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Set in Nicholls Rivulet in the Tasmania region, The Retreat features a balcony. The property was built in 1930 and has accommodation with a patio. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre is 41 km away. The villa comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Theatre Royal is 43 km from the villa, while Kingborough Sports Centre is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Hobart Airport, 59 km from The Retreat.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE parking!

Activities:

Fishing

Windsurfing

Canoeing


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    Quirky well set up hut - extremely clean and comfortable- loved the unique shower
  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    Everything about The Retreat was perfect. The comfiest bed and pillows. The wonderful farm fresh eggs for breakfast. A fireplace that warmed the whole place quickly. Beautifully appointed. Ruth was so welcoming and helpful.
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    Tara
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast ingredients supplied were excellent. Location was peaceful and relaxing. Wood heater was lovely on a cold night. King size bed and lovely linen felt decadent.
  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    We don’t eat breakfast but the supplies items looked fresh.
  • John
    Australia Australia
    The Retreat has been lovingly rebuilt and it shows.. private with all amenities, king bed very comfortable and eggs, bread and nibbles much appreciated.
  • Elley
    Australia Australia
    The property was fabulous, in such a beautiful location. Hosts extremely helpful, great communication.
  • Katheryn
    Australia Australia
    Isolated location , but close enough to Cygnet for supplies
  • Louise
    Australia Australia
    The Retreat is a beautifully designed, cosy and clean getaway with lots of privacy, the most comfortable bed ever and lovely touches like eggs and bread for breakfast, snacks and firewood for the fireplace. It was just a short drive into Cygnet...
  • Cassie
    Australia Australia
    I wanted to book a night away for my husband's 30th and I am glad I chose the retreat. We absolutely loved our stay there. It was so clean and the property was stunning. Although it's not too far away from Hobart, it still felt like we were. A...
  • Lyn
    Australia Australia
    Really appreciated the fresh farm eggs for breakfast. Thank you.

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Ruth & Phillip

9.9
9.9
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Host review score
Ruth & Phillip
.The Retreat is a luxury couple's haven located 40 minutes south of Hobart, very close to the small hamlet of Woodbridge and artisan village of Cygnet. Exclusively yours, this unique self contained cottage is a romantic getaway that will feel like your own country home away from home. Sitting in a pretty native garden with private access. The Retreat features a luxurious King Size Bed and stunning en-suite. Gorgeous self catering kitchen with a welcome hamper for the weary traveller, including breakfast provisions to help you start your day exploring the region. Coffee, tea, milk, fruit and other pantry essentials are also provided. Let me know of any dietary requirements 24 hours before your arrival. Smart TV, Netflix and for those cosy nights in cuddled up in front of the wood burning fire place as well as free WiFi. We have an online Eftpos facility to suit most major credit cards, for those guests who wish to secure their booking.
Welcome to The Retreat, our luxurious cosy cottage, nestled in a pristine pocket of The Huon Valley, known as Nicholls Rivulet. Stylish and beautifully furnished with luxury touches. A perfect place to stay a while, relax, unwind and forget the pressures of everyday life
Situated in a tranquil setting in the far south of Tasmania, it's an ideal relaxing getaway for 2. A perfect base to explore the delights of the Huon Valley. Nearby is the artisan village of Cygnet with an assortment of lovely cafes, shops, galleries, markets and many essential services such as a post office, petrol station, pubs and bottle shops. Cygnet is also home to the world famous Cygnet folk festival, which is held every January. The retreat is also close to the natural wonders of Bruny Island and some of the most pristine beaches in the world, amazing walks, national parks and many other local attractions.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Alarm clock
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Snack bar
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 23:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 09:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.