The Saltwater River Convict Beach House offers stylish and contemporary accommodation with uninterrupted views of Norfolk Bay on the Tasman Peninsula, Tasmania, Australia. You will be delighted with the regions' natural beauty, cultural heritage and some of Tasmania's finest food and wine.

Relax and enjoy our pristine beach or paddle in our sea kayak to nearby Deer Point. See stunning seascapes, unspoilt bays and abundant Wildlife. Take a short stroll over the 10-acre property to view the Saltwater River Convict Probation Station with remains of convict buildings including the superintendent's house, the chapel and the hospital.

Nearby Tasman National Park, known for its coastal scenery and natural diversity, offers bush walks from short strolls to multi-day treks.

Feeling more adventurous? Your hosts have a wealth of experience with a range of adventure activities including horse riding, surfing, hang gliding or diving, we'd be delighted to recommend or arrange your next adventure.

Saltwater River is one of seven fascinating historic locations that reveal the 19th century convict life. Follow Tasmania's Convict Trail including Port Arthur Historic Site and the fascinating Coal Mines Historic Site at Saltwater River. Described as "the hidden treasure of the Tasman Peninsula, it is certainly as interesting as Port Arthur and given that it is common to visit the ruins and be on your own for hours (something which never occurs at Port Arthur) it has a sense of desolation and isolation which makes the experience powerful and poignant." SMH February 8, 2004.

Nearby Tasman National Park is an area of great beauty and natural diversity, including some of the most stunning coastal scenery anywhere in Australia. Not suprisingly, the park offers some of the best walks - see Walks 44 to 48 of the 60 Great Walks of Tasmania.

Experience the southern hemisphere's tallest sea-cliffs and see exciting marine wildlife and birdlife with Tasman Island Cruises or come face to face with the Tasmanian Devil at the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park.

Saltwater River Probation Station was the first probation station established on the Tasman Peninsula, with men arriving on the 29th March 1841 from the ship the 'British Sovereign'. The station was to be an agricultural station and the men, once their rough huts were ready, were set to breaking up the ground for farming activities. In time the station occupied some 300 acres, and was proficient in growing grain and vegetables for other centres, such as Port Arthur. The chief vegetables were potatoes, cabbages and turnips.

Port Arthur and Tasman Tourism Association

Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, Baby Cot, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, CD Player, Continental breakfast provisions supplied, DVD, Ensuite, Highchair, Kitchen, Linen supplied, No smoking, Pets not allowed, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Undercover or off street parking, Videos/DVDs Supplied

This property sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms. The configuration is a Queen, and Bunk beds in The Cottage and a Queen in The Studio. A portacot and High Chair is also available free of charge on request.

Specials
GETAWAY SPECIAL
From $99 per couple per night including breakfast provisions. Minimum 2 nights.
Cottage also from $110 per couple per night. Minimum 2 nights.
Valid to: 31 Oct 08