Glamping in nature at Huon Bush Tipees

Glamping tipees and bushwalks and set in an extensive private nature reserve near Huonville in the Huon Valley, Tasmania. This multi award winning, carbon positive eco-village, offers a choice of contemporary, self contained cabins, deluxe tipees and private campsites set amongst protected native forest. Around 50 minutes drive south from Hobart, we offer a true retreat in a peaceful and secluded environment with a 5km hiking track, an abundance of wildlife and even food and wine delivered as room service (must be pre booked). 
​Phone: 1800 770 224 (9am to 7pm every day)   Email: info@huonvalleyescapes.com.au

Deluxe Tipees

Two private deluxe tipees are fully carpeted, with double sofa bed, linen and towels supplied, cosy wood fired heater and 12 volt electricity for lighting and music. Glamping blends camping with comfort. The timber and canvas construction keeps you close to nature and the intimate size is perfect for a couple (or maybe add a child). Each tipee is situated in a forest setting, 30 seconds walk from the shared campground facilities which include kitchen, showers, toilets and an outdoor bath.

True Eco-Retreat

Huon Bush Retreats lives up to its name as an eco-retreat. Twelve volt solar electricity runs the lights and music, composting toilets, no chemicals added to the water, wood fired heating and nature at your door. Wildlife without cages and 5km of bushwalking tracks make this the perfect place to relax, explore and experience nature in Tasmania's Huon Valley.
See the full range of cabins, tipees and camping.
See discount prices for selected nights,
​special conditions and multi night stays.

Welcome to Melukerdee Country

This is the Country  of the Melukerdee band of the Palawa people. These are Aboriginal Tasmanians, the traditional and continuing custodians of this Country. They have taken care of this land for at least 37,000 years, many people say much longer. The responsibility to conserve and protect Country’s natural values is now one which is shared with all the people who call it a home or have other meaningful connection.

Boutique Campground

Self Contained Cabins also available

Self contained studio and two-bedroom cabins, each in its own individual forest setting.
​Studios ideally suit a couple of small group of friends. One of the two-bedroom cabins can be configured as a meeting room.

Accredited and ​Multi Award Winning

Huon Bush Retreats
Best (Cabin) East Coast
One full Australian standard wheelchair cabin. Ramp access at some others.

Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
​Awarded in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Note that Huon Bush Retreats does not suit everyone. The Trip Advisor reviews below demonstrate how important it is to choose any accommodation carefully. Guests who love nature, love Huon Bush Retreats. Some others become converts, a few just can't do without city conveniences. It is always worth spending a few minutes to understand what you are booking.
The Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence is given to tourism operators who have consistently achieved great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. For the 5rd year running, this includes Huon Bush Retreats in Tasmania’s Huon Valley. As Trip Advisor says, "Earning five Certificates of Excellence in a row is a big deal ". Establishments earning the Certificate of Excellence are located all over the world and have continually delivered superior customer experience. 

Things to do nearby

Home Hill Winery, Ranelagh

With award-winning wines and a menu overflowing with fresh local and Tasmanian produce, Home Hill Winery is a premier dining destination in the Huon Valley.
The restaurant has won numerous awards for its delicious menu, with lunch served between 12pm – 3pm (please check days on website). The cellar door is open for tastings 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm.
Huonville is the seat of the municipality of the Huon Valley, the most southerly Council area in Australia and has expanded since the 1980s as the commercial centre of the Huon Valley. Tourism is an important part of Huonville and the surrounding Huon Valley. The area is renowned for its scenic beauty and history as one of Australia's biggest apple producers.

Huonville is a town on the Huon River, in the south-east of Tasmania, Australia. The town lies within the Huon Valley Council area. It lies 38 km south of Hobart on the Huon Highway. At the 2006 census, Huonville had a population of 1,806.

Travel to Huonville and
Huon Bush Retreats

Bus from Hobart to Huonville 6 daily,
Dover 2 daily, www.tassielink.com.au
Huonville Taxi
0408 125 130
24 hours, 7 days
Airport transfers.
Huon Limousines
0407 055 761
Limited hours
Airport transfers
Wheelchair.

Huon Valley:
Tourism Information for
Huonville, Ranelagh, Geeveston

Huon Valley

Just 30 minutes south from Hobart, a great base for the first night or two of your Huon Valley Escape.

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