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TV, DVD player, books, video library
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5323 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT

Altona Garden Retreat is a beautiful quiet and relaxing property situated at Spreyton 10 minutes from the Spirit of Tasmania berth, 10 minutes from Devonport CBD, 15 minutes from the airport and 70 km. from Cradle Mountain. Being in the centre of the North Coast of Tasmania makes " Altona Garden Retreat " is also an excellent base for the many attractions on offer.

The Garden:
Nestled in a secluded private three acre native garden at South Spreyton, Altona Garden Retreat is surrounded by huge eucalyptus trees, native shrubs as well as a range of conifers and deciduous shrubs.

Altona Garden Retreat is a self contained two bedroom unit.
Furnished with a Queen size bed, a double and single bunk. Spacious living and kitchen area, bathroom with a walk in shower. All utensils and bedding is supplied, all you need is your food. Ample parking for a boat, horse float or even trucks, a secure paddock for horses.

The Unit:
Located among the 3 acres of garden in a private and peaceful area. Your hosts Fay and Colin Stephenson live at the property and are close at hand for check in and to answer any questions you may have. The accommodation is a modern, warm and comfortable self contained unit suitable to accommodate up to 5 people. Situated close to all amenities and tourist attractions for this region.

24 hour reception
10AM checkout /2PM check in
Fully equipped kitchen
Plasma TV
All linen including towels supplied
Washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities
Gas BBQ
Porto-cot and high chair

Under-cover parking

Property manager

colin stephenson

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 323 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
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

Property is also known as

Altona Garden Retreat House spreyton
Altona Garden Retreat House
Altona Garden Retreat spreyton
Altona Garden Retreat Cottage
Altona Garden Retreat South Spreyton
Altona Garden Retreat Cottage South Spreyton
100496

About the area

Map
spreyton, TAS

What's nearby

  • Tasmanian Arboretum - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Home Hill - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Don River Railway - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Devonport Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Mersey Bluff - 14 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Railton Station - 14 min drive
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪All Things Nice Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Banjo's Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bellys Bar N Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spreyton Cider Co - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT located?

This family-friendly South Spreyton cottage is located on the waterfront, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from La Villa Wines, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tasmanian Arboretum and Don River Railway. Kelcey Tier Greenbelt and Eugenana State Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Lovely place to stay and unwind after a day of travelling.

10/10

Great stay enjoyed the time I had and very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful garden and very clean property ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This was a great little apartment that had everything you needed for a 5 day stay and even longer I'm sure. The gardens are amazing and provide lots of spaces to relax. The kitchen is fully equipped with a variety of appliances if you plan to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Excellent accommodation in a beautiful setting, with the added bonus of being pet friendly. We had a wonderful stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Altona Garden has everything you need to unwind after a day exploring Devonport and the surrounds. The gardens are magical and the owners very hospitable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at Altona Garden Retreat. Col & Fay were so welcoming. Everything was beautifully clean and the garden and surrounds are exquisite. Great location from Spirit of Tasmania
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Fay and Colin ensured a wonderful holiday for us and our dog. Very pleasant accommodation in botanical garden setting. Our dog Kalo had a great time and we were able to leave him in the secure kennel provided enabling us to visit Cradle National Park for the day.

10/10

Altona Gardens are amazing, so beautiful and well kept. You can feel the owner's love for their property in every hidden nook and flower patch. Very relaxing to be surrounded by greenery. The unit is spacious and tidy with everything you need for a comfortable getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

Very clean, well-equipped and comfortable stay at Altona, with enjoyable gardens. Loved being able to BBQ and eat under cover even in the pouring rain! Close to Devonport for eating out, and exploring local sights like Mt Roland and Tasmazia. Teens appreciated the wifi...
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10

Set in a valley spectacular 3 acre garden with ponds, beautiful mature trees. A real delight to explore. The unit is well equipped, and the mattress toppers make for a comfortable sleep. Undercover parking a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

I chose this retreat because I'm a professional gardener and I know how gardens help settle you like a big hug. I loved this special place created from scratch by the owners who I found so easy to approach and generous with eggs, rasberries and a welcome for my little pet. I highly recommend Altona Garden Retreat to anyone just off the ferry or about to board, especially.

10/10

Gardens were lovely and relaxing accommodation was clean neat and nice thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

lovely garden and very quiet location comfortable accommodation and helpful hosts well located within 10-15 min from great MTB trails
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

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Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

Beautiful gardens, with an abundance of wildlife. The facilities were excellent, everything was there, very clean and good quality
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Thank you so much for our lovely short stay. The gardens were even more beautiful than the photos and the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. It was a perfect base for our exploration though I would have been equally happy just staying at Altona
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The property was neat and comfortable and suited our requirement of two double rooms. It is in a quiet country setting but only a short drive to many north coast tourist attractions. The hosts were very welcoming and invited us enjoy and explore the stunning gardens, where there are a number of tables and seats to enjoy the view across the dams, watch the birds and listen to the frogs. They were generous with their time if you were interested in hearing about the development of the expansive gardens but also happy to leave you to enjoy your stay uninterrupted. We could easily have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

This place is a great place to relax and unwind after a busy day sightseeing. Gardens are amazing and so peaceful. Accommodation was spacious and comfortable. Would like to have stayed longer. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

Very friendly hosts, spectacular garden, close to Devonport and surrounds. Comfortable room, well equipped kitchen and laundry. Bathroom well equipped for elderly travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

A very comfortable place in beautiful gardens. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

the gardens are beautifull
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10

Would stay here again. Nice garden
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10

We have no complaints accommodation was clean and tidy on arrival really first class. The gardens and surrounds are really exceptional we really enjoyed watching the rabbits, birds and paddy mellons(little kangaroos)each morning.(and lambs next door) The property is located in a quite semi rural location and is pretty much as safe as you could ask for We had no dramas leaving our windows open all day. The hosts Colin and fay are most accommodating and very easy going. Thanks for the raspberries col we had them the next day with a bit of cream,,,,just perfect. Really much nicer than staying in a hotel we cooked toast and did some basic meals over the six day we were there the kitchen is fully equipped. Thanks Colin and Fay we enjoyed our stay . Mick and Susan from Western Australia