Luxury Bed and Breakfast in the Huon Valley
55 minutes south from Hobart, Tasmania
Feel the stress wash away at The Little Seed,
an elegant, self contained cottage,
in the hills above the Huon River at Franklin, Tasmania.
an elegant, self contained cottage,
in the hills above the Huon River at Franklin, Tasmania.
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Perched high above the Huon River, on the forest edge, between Huonville and Geeveston, is this comfortable little BnB. Little Seed Bed and Breakfast Cottage offers self-contained comfort with everything you need. Set between a permaculture cottage garden and a rural landscape with native forest, this is a lovely blend of modern living and nature.
The large living room and full kitchen, veranda, bathroom with deep soaking tub, make this a perfect romantic couples retreat to explore the Huon Valley and Far South Tasmania.
This original farm homestead has been upgraded with modern furniture whilst still retaining the weatherboard charm and colourful cottage garden. Just 50 minutes drive south of Hobart, this peaceful and secluded environment will be a memorable highlight of your Huon Valley Escape. Address: 99 Jacksons Road, Franklin, Tasmania 7109, Australia. Phone: 0427 648465 (9am to 7pm every day) Email: [email protected] The Little Seed from Miro Digital on Vimeo. Recently Refurbished Tourist Accommodation
Welcome to our Luxurious Studio accommodation in the Huon Valley - Franklin
"The Little Seed' Studio. Enjoy this Brand new renovation featuring 5 star finishes, including, Free standing Bathtub, Wood fired Heater, Heat pump, King Bed with Luxury linen, Full Kitchen, Super size TV & Soundbar, Free wifi , Netflix, Foxtel, Prime Video, Access to mini Lake with boardwalk, creek walks , Bush walks , Permaculture garden Close to the Historic Village of Franklin , the famous Huon valley wineries , Fat Pig Farm , many cute villages throughout the huon valley. Only a 45 minute drive to Hobart. Hosted by Charlie & Peter, who have 40 years of hospitality experience owning & operating restaurants & accommodation. 
This country cottage has been renovated, re-furnished, re-curtained and kitchen equipment and crockery updated. A beautifully stylish blend of old timbers and modern convenience. Indoors
The seperate bedroom has a king sized bed and blends seamlessly with the ensuite. Enjoy a bath with a view to the forest. Separate shower and deep soaking bath, towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash.
Kitchen: Gas hotplates, oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, toaster, kettle. Cutlery, crockery, glasses, tea, coffee, sugar. Living: Smart TV with Netflix, sofas, internet, wood fired heater. 
Out resident chef, Charlie, can treat you to a breakfast basket, or Gourmet Platter or 3 course meal, served to your cottage. You can pre-order meals during your booking booking process.
You can pre-order meals, wine and request late checkouts during your booking booking process. Look for the blue selection dots.
Outdoors
A picnic lunch by the dam or breakfast on the patio.
Explore the stream and tree ferns in the forest
Standard Pricing GuideThese are our basic prices. Pricing changes according to season. Discounts sometimes available, particularly midweek, off season or longer stays. Use the blue "Book Now" buttons to see pricing for specific dates. Single Night Pricing (as at June 2024)
Sunday to Thursday = $280.00 per night Friday & Saturday = $340.00 Per night Multi Night Pricing (as at June 2024) Sunday to Thursday - $225.00 per night Friday & Saturday - $250 per night Further discounts are sometimes available for longer stays and less popular nights. Romance package supplement (as at June 2024) Includes : 3 course dinner for 2 people on 2 evenings, breakfast hamper for 2 people for 2 mornings , 1 bottle Tassie bubbles on arrival. Chef will contact you before arrival to discuss your meal requirements. (Note the Romance Package extras apply for 2 evening and 2 morning meals regardless of length of stay. You can self cater the other days or book individual meals from the menu.) $699 supplement (plus your accommodation at relevant rates each day) You can pre-order the Romance Package, meals, wine and request late checkouts during your booking booking process. Look for the blue selection dots.
Room service meals are usually available
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Dogs are not automatically accepted. They can often be accommodated by discussion with the cottage hosts. We do have a few conditions if you are to bring your Puppy:
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Things to do nearby
Morning or afternoon cruises depart most days on this classic wooden motor cruiser. Local snacks and drinks and the natural scenery of the Huon River.
Join us on board a classic wooden motor vessel, where you can enjoy the scenery of the Huon River and hear the story of LaDrone's history around Australia. Enjoy morning or afternoon tea featuring Tasmanian drinks and delicacies, or simply sit back and enjoy the timeless feeling and the beauty of the Huon Valley. Cruises depart most days from Herriots Point, between Franklin and Geeveston.
As you are travelling south, drop in 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.
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.
Things to do nearby
Five minutes drive from your cabin, is the waterfront village of Franklin. Cafes, art and craft, museums, a working waterfront and the Wooden Boat School make this picturesque village a fascinating day out.
Wooden Boat Centre, Franklin
The Wooden Boat Discovery Centre will entice you into the fascinating world of traditional wooden boats, using interactive features, video presentations and static displays.
Learn about the history of boat building and water transport. Marvel at the beauty of the local timbers – some of the finest boat building materials in the world. Watch the various stages in the creation of real boats in precious timbers, from lofting to launching.
Learn about the history of boat building and water transport. Marvel at the beauty of the local timbers – some of the finest boat building materials in the world. Watch the various stages in the creation of real boats in precious timbers, from lofting to launching.
Apple Museum, Café and Cider Works
Apple Museum
The museum is a remarkable time capsule that depicts the lives of the early settlers from the Huon Valley. The numerous displays and exhibits contain antiques and memorabilia that effectively demonstrate how the pioneers lived and worked. You will find the agricultural history of the Huon Valley come to life as you stroll through years gone by.
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage
You can learn some of the Aboriginal cultural stories as you walk the track to Mount Misery.
30 minutes drive to the track head at Huon Bush Retreats, then 3 hours return walk through rainforest to a mountaintop and small waterfall.
Nearby towns and villages
Franklin, Tasmania
This comfortable Bed and breakfast is perched in the hills just above the Huon River. It is just a 5 minute drive to the riverside village of Franklin, where you can find a range of eateries, a wooden boat museum and cruises form the marina.
Huonville is 15 minutes north with a range of supermarkets, eateries, post office, vehicle repairs, doctors etc.
With a population of about 2000, it is big enough to have most day to day things but rarely crowed. Note that restaurants close early, so e recommend arriving at the restaurant by 7:30, or phone ahead to be sure.
On the northern edge of Huonville is Home Hill Winery (open for lunches)
and Willie Smiths Apple Shed (cafe daily and fun dinner and music on Friday nights).
With a population of about 2000, it is big enough to have most day to day things but rarely crowed. Note that restaurants close early, so e recommend arriving at the restaurant by 7:30, or phone ahead to be sure.
On the northern edge of Huonville is Home Hill Winery (open for lunches)
and Willie Smiths Apple Shed (cafe daily and fun dinner and music on Friday nights).
Travel to Franklin, Geeveston and
Huon River Cottage
Bus from Hobart to Huonville about 7 daily. The bus can drop you at Huonville supermarket. Get your groceries then call Huon Taxis for the last leg to Little Seed. www.tassielink.com.au
Huonville Taxi
Taxi from Huonville bus stop to The Little Seed costs about $30.
0408 125 130
24 hours, 7 days
Airport transfers.
Taxi from Huonville bus stop to The Little Seed costs about $30.
0408 125 130
24 hours, 7 days
Airport transfers.
Huon Limousines
0407 055 761
Limited hours
Airport transfers
Wheelchair.
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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