Title: The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house ## Photo gallery for The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house ![Interior - The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house (Glamorgan-Spring Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96630000/96622800/96622725/925f7642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house (Glamorgan-Spring Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96630000/96622800/96622725/62d75e9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house (Glamorgan-Spring Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96630000/96622800/96622725/1e7a28e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house (Glamorgan-Spring Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96630000/96622800/96622725/1deaebdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house (Glamorgan-Spring Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96630000/96622800/96622725/75904da0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Bicheno, Elusive Penguin offers a tranquil retreat for families. Relax on the deck, BBQ while kids play in the garden or unwind with books and DVDs. This holiday house features an ultra-modern kitchen and open-plan living area. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house The 'Elusive Penguin' holiday house in beautiful Bicheno, offers luxury accommodation for the whole family. Located in the heart of Bicheno, it is only a short stroll to the local supermarket, bakery & shops. This stunning property features 3 bedrooms, an ultra modern kitchen and a large open plan living area. The grounds are fully fenced offering privacy & security. There is even a deck where you can relax and enjoy the sun, or even BBQ while the children play in the garden. For those travelling with families, there are a selection of books/magazines, cd's & DVDs, and also several tv's to keep everyone entertained. From rivers to rock pools, you can experience what this magnificent part of the east coast has to offer, all only a short few minutes from the front doorstep. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as suite-space-CHADWIN-AV-05 ## About the area Located in Bicheno, this holiday home is by the sea. Freycinet Vineyards and Devil’s Corner Cellar Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whalers Lookout Conservation Area and Lookout Rock State Reserve. [Visit our Bicheno travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bicheno.dx5945) [View more Holiday homes in Bicheno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bicheno-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5945-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-41.87611,148.3061&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:r%60q%7EFc%60eh%5B%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FS%40S%40S%40U%40U%40S%40UBQ%40UBSBUBQBUBUBQDSDSBSDQDUDQFQDSDSFQFSDQHQFQFOFQHQFQHOHQHMFOJQHOHOHMJOJOHKJOJMJKJKJOJKLKJKLKJKLKJILKLILGLMLGLGLELINGLGLGLENELENENGLENELANCNENALCNAN%3FNCNAL%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FN%40LBN%40NDLBN%40NDLDNFLDNDLDNDLFLFLFNHLDLFLFLLLFLHLJJHLJJJLJJJJJLJJNJJJJJLJNHJJNHNJLHNHNHPHNHLHPFNHPHPFPFNFPFPFPFRFPDRDRFPDPDTDPBRDRDRBPBTBTBPBTBR%40T%40PBT%40R%40T%40T%40R%40R%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FTAPATATARATCTAPARCTCTCPCTCRCREREPCTEPETEPGPEPETGPGPGPGPGRGLGRIPIPGNIPINILIPINILKNINKLIJKNKNKJKJKLMLKJKJMJKJMJKHMJMFMHMJMHMFMDOHMHMBMHODMDODMDODMDODOBM%40ODOBM%40OBO%3FO%40OBM%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FM%3FOCOAO%3FOCMAOCOEOAMCOEMEOEOEMEOEMEMIMCOIMIMEMGMIMKMIMGMKKIMKKKMKKKMKKMKMKKKKKOKOIKKMKOIOIMIOKQGMIOIQIOGQIQGSGMGSIQEQGQGQEUEQGQEQEUEQCUEQESCSCSCUCQCUCUASCQAUAUASAUAUAQ%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a1u2jg0_xO0h0VFPd4T2qOQW4mI=) Glamorgan-Spring Bay, TAS ### What's nearby - ![Bicheno\'s Motorcycle Museum & Restoration featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562248253/f984d1c5-bb64-4bfa-9f74-9ddca01c9275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Bicheno Blowhole featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as an individual child](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609101/ee0a7e9a-6b43-432c-b431-18b499f69078.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bicheno Blowhole 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Waubs Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Bicheno Penguin Tours 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Whalers Lookout 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Launceston, TAS (LST) 112 min drive ### Restaurants - Lobster Shack Tasmania 14 min walk - The Long Boat Tavern Bicheno 4 min walk - Peggy’s 7 min walk - Tasmanian Coastal Seafoods 16 min walk - Little Bay Patisserie 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house? ### What time is check-in at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house? ### What time is check-out at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house? ### Where is The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### robert h. 22 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach house Great house close to beach, town and the tavern. Perfectly located to visit Freycinet National Park ##### robert h. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa G. 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home near the beach Fantastic location just a short walk from everything - the beach, shops and places to eat. Well equipped kitchen. Hosts have thought of almost everything you’ll need for a great stay. Great yard with bbq, pizza oven and fire pit. ##### Lisa G. 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