Title: Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 apartment # Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment Riverfront apartment with kitchen and balcony ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645900/33645832/aeec640c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645900/33645832/0f450831.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645900/33645832/2624c81f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645900/33645832/05a41b5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645900/33645832/ca7404f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of rural Bridport, your two-bedroom apartment offers a peaceful retreat with modern comforts. Enjoy a fully self-contained space with a new kitchen and bathroom, plus access to the games room and pool table. Stroll seventeen hectares to spot platypus by the river or unwind amidst cattle, chickens, and trout fishing dams. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment \*\*\*\*Please note - two night minumum for long weekends, Easter and Christmas.\*\*\*\*\* Our Covid Safe Plan: Your health and safety and that of our staff are paramount. We thoroughly clean and sanitise the home prior to your arrival. We supply liquid soap in the bathrooms and encourage you to wash your hands frequently. We ask that you also wipe down all surfaces with the paper towel and disinfectant, we supply, prior to leaving the accommodation. We also supply disposable gloves for your convenience. Please sort and put all your rubbish in the wheelie bins. We thank you for your co-operation. Your two bedroom apartment is situated on a small rural property just a few minutes drive to the town centre of Bridport. Fully self contained, with new modern kitchen, new bathroom, comfortable living room with flat screen smart TV. One bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has two single beds. The living room also has a double sofa bed. You also have use of the pool table in the games room and can wander the seventeen hectares to the Brid river to see a platypus. There are also cattle and chickens on the property and trout fishing dams, and of course the friendly kelpie cross Sofie, who just loves people. Peace and quiet in the countryside but close to the beaches, restaurants and shops - perfect. There are a total of seven different accommodation options on the property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Flat-screen TV - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### 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 - In a rural location - Near the bay - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34200000/34197000/34196944/025f88a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Summer House- sunshine close to the beach Bridport - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.2 Very good 32 reviews £130 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=34196944&PinnedHotelID=34196944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78080000/78071600/78071548/ec265885.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Situated across the road from the beach Bridport - Microwave 8.0 Very good 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=78071548&PinnedHotelID=78071548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66400000/66396500/66396484/da2593ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magic home, magic views. 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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 and a first aid kit 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Bridport, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Bridport Golf Club and Barnbougle Dunes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Granite Point Conservation Area and Brid River Conservation Area. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Bridport travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridport.dx6140083) [View more Apartments in Bridport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridport-Apartments.d6140083-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.01745%2C147.39091&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SgU5WuIwZYYQVM7872aYCNRCQMY=) Bridport, TAS ### What's nearby - Bridport Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles - Old Pier Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles - Barnbougle Dunes - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles - Mermaids Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles - Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Course - 17 min drive - 8.5 miles ### Getting around - Launceston, TAS (LST) - 75 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪@ The Bridge - ‬20 min walk - ‪Bridport Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Seascape - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bridport Food Truck Park - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cafe Rahra - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Platypus Park Country Retreat - Pipers 2br/apartment located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Goftons Beach, Eastmans Beach and Croquet Lawn Beach. Mattingleys Beach and Bridport Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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