Stream front Cottage and Golf
at Pelverata, 25 minutes south from Hobart, Tasmania

Let this natural amphitheatre of this babbling stream, cliffs and native forest, embrace you for a night or few.  A perfect base to explore Hobart, the D'Entrecasteaux Channel and eastern side of the Huon Valley, Laid Back Manor offers luxurious accommodation for two people, a private golf course and intimate event site all on the one stunning property.

By night, the spectacular garden lighting has been carefully positioned around the grounds to highlight the natural bush setting after dark. From the comfort of the outdoor swinging couch beside the firepit, you can enjoy the show as the nocturnal native animals come out to play.

The broad veranda of this rustic country studio is a great place to spend a lazy afternoon on the oversized sofa swing. Inside, it is beautifully appointed with luxurious bedding and finishes.
  • Right on the stream edge, perfect for platypus watching
  • Kitchenette with sufficient amenities to prepare a simple meal
  • 18 hole golf course surrounded by nature
  • 25 minutes drive from Hobart City
  • Perfect base to explore southern Tasmania
Your gateway to the Huon Valley packed with wineries, art trails and spectacular natural beauty. 
Laid Back Manor is situated on land about 1.2  hectares. A permanent creek and natural bush wrap around the property.

Native and rare birds make the property their home. You might be lucky enough to see a platypus (or three at once), goshawk, wedge-tailed eagles, padymelons, possums, spotted eastern quolls, freshwater lobster, trout, barn owls, scarlet, flame and dusky robins and many more. Explore the grounds at your leisure or have a picnic and a glass of boutique wine by the creek.

​From the manicured lawns you can view the grounds and the contrasting natural, rustic features of the surroundings. The property boasts cliffs, ferns, giant trees, and a waterfall after rain.

The studio has country charm and elegance. Great for a romantic couple's retreat or a base to explore the Huon Valley and D'Entrecasteaux Channel. This is a true, absolute streamfront property. A permanent creek and natural bush wrap around the property.
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Just 25 minutes drive south from Hobart, this peaceful yet convenient accommodation will be a memorable highlight of your Huon Valley Escape.

​Phone: 1800 770 224 (9am to 7pm every day)   Email: info@huonvalleyescapes.com.au

Kitchenette

The cabin includes a modern kitchenette with dishwasher, fridge, toaster, kettle, cutlery, crockery, glasses, basic pots, pans, utensils etc. Complimentary tea, coffee, sugar.
Bedding configuration is queen only. Wake up each morning with the view across the lawn, just a few metres to Kellaways Creek.

18 hole
​Golf Course

The golf course is 18 holes, flanked by Kellaways Creek. It has 10 greens which are in play multiple times.

Elegant studio cabin with a real fire place, kitchen with modern facilities

  • Relax in a self-contained cabin with a queen-sized bed, kitchenette and ensuite
  • Have access to unlimited Wi-fi
  • Lounge on the swinging sofa in front of the fire pit
  • Dine in the marquee, BBQ while you bask in the view of the grounds and rainforest
  • Be surrounded by the sound of the babbling creek at this luxury farm stay
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Things to do nearby

Right on the garden edge or drive to nearby natural river and lake settings.
40 minutes drive to the track head at then 3 hours return walk through rainforest to a mountaintop and small waterfall.
40 minutes to the apple museum and cafe, cider works and distillery.
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.
Cygnet is a short drive away with a supermarket, eateries, post office, vehicle repairs, doctors, hotels etc.

With a population about 1000 (the town services about 4000 people in the general area), it is big enough to have most day to day things but rarely crowed. Note that restaurants close early, so we recommend arriving at the restaurant by 7:30, or phone ahead to be sure.

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

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