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Carlton Quay Beach House

Estuary
Riverbank to Beach
Oyster Beds
House from Beach
Lounge - Fireplace
Lounge/Dining
Laundry
Kitchen
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Billiards/Table Tennis Table

This idyllic, private island, beach paradise,easily accessible by vehicle, offers guests privacy and serenity in natural surroundings with a beachfront and river estuary setting and exclusive use of all the fantastic facilities of a private resort!!

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Carlton Beach, TAS [Location map...]

Up to 25 people, 7 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms
Minimum nights: 2

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From $295 to $295 couple per night

Guest Reviews (2)

"This was by far the best holdiay house I have ever stayed in - everything we could possibly need was right there and the spa was fantastic - even in May!"

- Amy, VIC -May '08

"The accommodation was exceptionally clean, had a lovely relaxed and private atmosphere. The staff were very professional, warm and welcoming- making our stay a lovely one."

- Cindy, NSW -Apr '07

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Holiday house

Steele's Island is a unique, little known, privately owned island consisting of seventeen acres of natural flora and fauna, totally surrounded by sandy shores, in the popular Southern Beaches area on the picturesque South East Coast of Tasmania.

No ferries or flights are necessary as it is easily accessible at all times of the year via a causeway and bridge.

Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, together with panoramic water views, create the perfect setting for an unforgettable break away with family, friends or colleagues all year round.

Guests on the Island experience serenity, seclusion and somewhat secrecy, created by the sheltered bay on one side of the island, and the Carlton River Estuary, Carlton Bluff and Carlton Beach on the other.

The large Beach Homestead, with its homely,warm ambience and rustic charm, offers comfortable and spacious accommodation for groups of up to 25 people, depending on preferred sleeping arrangements.

The Homestead has a large delightful,fully equipped country kitchen, spacious laundry, huge lounge with a raised open fireplace, bar alcove, enclosed sunny verandah and a games room with an eightball/table tennis table.

There are seven bedrooms containing six double beds, 13 single beds and 3 cots. All bedding and linen is provided.

Outdoor facilities include a bayside barbeque area, beachfront decking, tennis court, mini golf course, sand volley ball area, large outdoor spa and kayaks with life jackets. Fishing rods are provided for those keen to fish in the river or at the beach.

Just twenty minutes from the airport, the island is located on the convict trail and is close to several of Tasmania's most popular tourist destinations and award winning vineyards and a range of restaurants and eateries.

Whilst it is somewhat secluded, it is only minutes away from handy local services, such as a bakery, butcher, delicatessen and supermarket, petrol outlet, pubs, takeaway shop, newsagent and post office, pharmacy, doctor and massage centre.

Languages spoken: English(Conversation)

A large number of delightful testimonials are available from guests and events organisers and are recorded in the Homestead's guest book.

Locality

Steele's Island is located in the popular and scenic southern beaches area on the south east coast of Tasmania.

Centrally located, it is only 20 minutes from the airport and 35 minutes from Hobart, the state's capital city, which has a magnificent waterfront, majestic Mt. Wellington, the delightful Salamanca Market and popular Cascade Brewery.

Port Arthur, the state's most popular tourist attraction, is located just 50 minutes south of the Island, whilst the historic township of Richmond Village is just 25 minutes to the east.

Daytrips can be made to other popular destinations, such as, the Tahune Airwalk, Hastings Caves and the Thermal Pool in the Huon Valley, Mt. Field National Park in the Derwent Valley and Maria Island and Freycinet on the East Coast.

Award winning vineyards are abundant and within easy driving distance, as are many popular restaurants, pubs and eateries.

Fruit and fish farms are also within 10-20 minutes drive.

Property

Steele's Island is steeped in history.

Indigenous families lived on the Island for thousands of years, and, as a result, a classical, well recorded, and protected middens still exists on the southern end of the Island.

The Island was part of a parcel of land purchased by Joseph Steele, one of the first settlers in the area during the early convict period. Joseph, an English Naval Lieutenant, came to the Carlton area from England, via Norfolk Island, where he witnessed the harsh conditions endured by convicts and decided to retire from the navy. He was a good 'mate' of O'Hara Booth, a commandant at Port Arthur at the time, and offered military officers and free settlers travelling from Port Arthur to Hobart town a bed and 'rum refreshments' to make their journey more comfortable and enjoyable!

Holiday experiences

Accessible, Accessible by Wheelchair AS1428, Beach, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Canoeing & Kayaking, Cultural Experiences, Eco-friendly, Executive rental, Family Friendly, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Great view, Heritage Trail, Honeymoon, Indigenous Experiences, Luxury, Pet friendly, Romantic getaway, School Group, Sports Training, Student Accommodation, Swimming Activities, Tennis, Walking or Hiking, Water sports, Waterfront, Wedding venue, Windsurfing/Kitesailing, Wine Appreciation

Facilities

Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, Baby Cot, Bath, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Boat Ramp Nearby, Cable/Satellite TV, CD Player, Children's Playground, Conference facilities, Cooking facilities, Dishwasher, DVD, Electric stove, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Fireplace, Games room, Gas stove, Heated Spa (not spa bath), Highchair, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Level access, Linen supplied, Log fires, Meeting/Banquet facilities, Microwave, No smoking, Parking, Pets Welcome Indoors, Sauna, Spa Bath, Steam Bath, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Tennis court, Tennis courts, VCR, Washing machine, Wheelchair accessible facilities

Accessible

Fully wheelchair accessible to Australian standard AS 1428, Step or lip exists to the entry door, Shower has shower bars and a moveable shower head, Chairs are permitted in the shower, Door frames are wider to suit wheelchairs, Unimpeded wheelchair access from car parking to the property, The toilet is fitted with railings/grip bars, Toilet is big enough to fit a wheelchair

Indigenous Experiences

Steele's Island was inhabited for thousands of years by indigenous families and as a result there is a middens on the southern end of the Island

Pet friendly

Small dogs (less than 11 kg) are permitted, Medium dogs (11 kg to less than 34 kg) are permitted, Large dogs (34 kg or heavier) are permitted.

Pets are to be supervised due to the presence of small native animals on the Island.

Carlton Quay Beach House

Carlton Beach, TAS, Australia

Rooms and rates

$295.00 for two people per night, $35.00 per additional person. TWO NIGHTS minimum. MONDAY to THURSDAY nights only available. Discounts available for groups over twelve.

Steele's Island Beach Homestead (sleeps 20)

Base rate

$295.00/night.

$10.00 /person5.00 /child /night over 2 people

All prices in $AUD

Bookings for Fri/Sat must be for both days.

Availability

Carlton Quay Beach House will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 12 hours.
(current average response time for this property is 71.9 hours)

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The telephone number and contact details for this property will be emailed to you once your enquiry/booking has been sent.

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