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Orfords Sanda House Bed & Breakfast

Sanda House
Nearby Spring Beach
Mulberry room courtyard
Mulberry room
Rose room
Stump at front gate
Wisteria room
Jasmine room
Dining room
Sanda at night
Front garden
Prosser River

1840 stone trad. B&B set in cottage garden/orchard, with Chester the dog. Tariff incl hearty cont. b'fast (homemade bread and jams) in front of fire. 10min walk to beach and cafes. Choose our Rose room for a cosy romantic hideaway. (Not self-cont house)

Romantic heritage listed Georgian stone

Orford, TAS [Location map...]

Up to 8 people, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Minimum nights: 1

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From $135 to $155 2 persons per night

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Guest Reviews (20)

"the breakfast is good."

- WANG, BEIJING -Feb '12

"Our Hosts were easy to get along with and lovely to talk to. Our room was clean, comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was fresh and served hot. The atmosphere of the house was welcoming and filled wit..."

- Sharron, -Jan '12

"We felt very welcome and at home. We had some enjoyable and interesting conversations over breakfast with Linda and the other guests. The property was absolutely charming and very relaxing."

- Jane, VIC -Jan '12

"The owner was very hospitable and we enjoyed talking to her. The breakfast was yummy and we particularly liked the home made bread."

- Barbara, TAS -Feb '11

"A warm welcome, a warm fire and great hospitality overall.... LOVED the history and charm of the property, and Linda and Peter's amazing collection of period furniture. Not to mention Linda's jams, ..."

- Belinda, TAS -May '10

"A beautiful house in a wonderful location - we went on some lovely walks in both bush and along the water. Comfortable rooms and lovely breakfast. Anthea, VIC, April '10"

- Anthea, VIC -Apr '10

"Great place to stay. One night was not enough. Sanda House is good value and the service is simple yet good. It was a good overall experience and an excellent starting point to tour the East Coast."

- David, WA -Apr '09

"A lovely period home, very comfortable and relaxing. The room in which we stayed was full of charm (and teddy bears), lots of fun. The continental breakfast was varied and tasty, home-baked bread and..."

- Richard, VIC -Feb '09

"Orfords Sanda House was absolutely wonderful. Linda is a very kind hearted, easy going person. The room was atmospheric and we really were able to relax. Not only that, Orford is a hidden gem. It has ..."

- Glenna, VIC -Dec '08

"Our hostess was very warm and welcoming. We appreciated the free apples from her orchard. Room was comfortable and the breakfast good."

- John, VIC -Apr '08

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Accreditation and awards for 'Orfords Sanda House Bed & Breakfast':

2010 State Winner (TASMANIA) TakeABreak Hosted Holiday Accommodation and Romantic Holiday Accommodation

2008 Finalist TakeABreak Best Places to Stay

Bed & Breakfast

Sanda House is the oldest house in Orford (heritage listed). The original kitchen was built in 1825 (now the Rose room) and the main house in 1840.

Known locally as the old Post Office (1876-1940) it is nestled in an acre of cottage garden, chooks, orchard and vege patch. The house is built from local field and sandstone - very romantic and private, esp the Rose room.

Four bedrooms (Rose, Jasmine, Mulberry & Wisteria) have been set aside for guests, each furnished with our collection of antiques, with all the comforts, but the original colonial look and feel.

The Rose room (Q) has a wood fire and was originally the kitchen and the large open fireplace is still there. View over cottage garden.

The Mulberry (Q), slightly newer feel (1950), carpeted, ensuite, heating, own exit, view of bay, fenced courtyard.

The Jasmine (Q) is one of the original bedrooms as is the Wisteria (2 single beds.) These charming rooms are ensuite, heated, original wood floors & stone walls and look across back garden with a glimpse of the bay.

All rooms have heating, tea/coffee, reading lights, TV, own bathrooms and (due to the stone walls) are quiet. The guest lounge has reading matter, local history, music and board games. Breakfast, in the dining room in front of the fire, includes our own bread, jams and fruit, plus cereal, yoghurt, filter coffee.

Languages spoken: English(Conversation)

"Thanks for your welcome. It was a pleasure to stay in a house with such character. Too brief a time to absorb the ambience and the hospitality."
Pete and Carol UK.

"Hospitality excellent, accomodation 1st class" Marlene & Lana SA.

"Wonderful - see you again" Alan & Sue Sydney.

Things to Do

Spend a day on historic Maria Island. 10min to ferry. On the island you can walk to the old township, museum, and observe the varied wildlife. Longer walks for the energetic.
Closer to home: visit The Thumbs lookout, do the cliff top, beach & forest walks, river walk along the Old Convict Road. 10min walk to best pizza and pasta ever, made with local produce. 10min drive to craft shops. Golf, bowls. Local scallops, oysters and crayfish (in season)in eateries. Birdwatching. Read in the garden - have a drink and a yarn on the verandah at the end of the day.

Where we are...

Sanda House is 50 mins from Hobart Airport on the Tasman Highway. As you enter Orford, turn right at the bridge into Charles St. Proceed 500 mt to the end of Charles, see our sign and make a sharp left turn into Walpole St. Look for the big old stump with our sign on it.

Use us as a base for day tours. Save unpacking every night! We are halfway between Port Arthur and Freycinet National Park and 45 mins to the historic town of Richmond and Hobart Airport.

Associations

Tourism Industry Council Tasmania

Holiday experiences

Adult retreat, Art & Craft, Beach, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Cruising, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Honeymoon, Motor Bike Friendly, One Night Bookings Welcome, Romantic getaway, Scuba diving, Wine Appreciation, Winter Holiday

Facilities

Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, Bath towels provided, Boat Ramp Nearby, Books/Magazines Supplied, Continental Breakfast Available, Courtyard, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Ferry nearby, Hair dryer, Heaters provided, Level access, Linen supplied, Log fires, No smoking, Parking, Patio, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Undercover or off street parking, Walk to the shops

Orfords Sanda House Bed & Breakfast

Orford, TAS, Australia

Rooms and rates

Jasmine, Mulberry and Wisteria rooms are $135 per room per night per 2 persons only.
Rose room $155 per room per night per 2 persons, extra single $40.
Hearty Cont Breakfast Included

Standard room (sleeps 2)

Base rate

$135.00/night.

All prices in $AUD

Availability

Orfords Sanda House Bed & Breakfast will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 12 hours.
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