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About

Redcliffe House grew from two C1835 convict-built farm cottages to a warm and inviting farmhouse, and is now an idyllic bed and breakfast escape on the northern boundary of Swansea on Tasmania’s beautiful east coast. The property is an absolute haven – vineyard, beautiful gardens, huge paddock with impressive gum trees alongside the Meredith River, which has permanent water holes for those people who want to take a dip in warmer waters than the nearby ocean. The Hazards of Freycinet National Park are visible over the tops of the trees. The grounds have plenty of facilities for guests who wish to make use of them – tables, garden seating, umbrellas – there is enough room for people to find a spot away from the others, if that is their wish … and our bird and animal life provide plenty of entertainment for those who wish to spend some time at peace with their environment, possibly with a glass of wine in hand.

Since Redcliffe House is only 1.5 kms from Swansea’s restaurants, bars, galleries and other attractions, it will appeal to those people who want the facilities of a town but somewhere peaceful to spend the evening, with a clear view of the Milky Way and star formations, and a comfortable bed to sleep in. Redcliffe’s guest lounge has port and sherry, plenty of books and other reading material and games to play. Otherwise, the veranda offers a peaceful setting and the possibility that a wombat, possum, wallaby or pademelon might just happen past.

For entertainment, we have a good selection of DVDs, which we make available to our guests free of charge.

Redcliffe’s appeal is to all age groups and to people of many different backgrounds – in fact, to anybody seeking a truly uplifting experience.

Attractions

· Swansea – on Great Oyster Bay overlooking the Freycinet National Park. Sheltered beaches safe for swimming in both the Swan River and Bay, surfing at Waterloo Point, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, bream fishing in the Swan River, bay fishing, outstanding beach and rock fishing, beach combing. Attractions include: Swansea Bark Mill & Wool Centre Swansea Bark Mill & Wool Centre (daily tastings, gourmet foods, classic country clothing, historic attraction), Kate’s Berry Farm (berries, jams, saucer, ice-cream, wine), Glamorgan Community Centre, historic walk,, art and craft galleries, 9 hole golf course, tennis courts, lawn bowls, badminton, cycling, fishing, beach combing, charter boat hire,
· Short trips include Duncombes Lookout, Dolphin Sands, Cranbrook, Little Swanport, Spiky Bridge (convict built) and Mayfield Beach Bridge (convict triple arch bridge) and beaches.
· Vineyards – Coombend (and olive groves), Spring Vale, Craigie Knowe, Bishops Rock, Freycinet Vineyard.
· Freycinet Marine Farm (oysters, mussels).
· Moulting Lagoon (seen from Friendly Beaches road) a natural breeding ground and sanctuary for black swan and other waterfowl.
· Freycinet National Park – offering some of the most spectacular scenery on Tasmania’s East Coast, including Hazard Range comprised of pink granite and Wineglass Bay, Sleepy Bay, Bluestone Bay and Cape Tourville Lighthouse. The park has a series of well-defined walks, most of them within the capability of the average visitor, sea kayaking, abseiling, sea cliff and rock climbing, mountain biking, scenic flights, forests, wildflowers (including orchids) and native wildlife.
· Bicheno, said to be one of the most exciting locations for undersea diving in Australia – fairy penguin tours, East Coast Natureworld, diving, clean white sandy beaches, Blowhole, Whalers Lookout, Sealife Centre, Dive Centre, Glass Bottom Boat, Le Frog trike rides, scuba diving school, grave of Tasmanian Aborigjnal heroine Waubedebar, Australia’s bicentennial footway from Redbill Point north of Bicheno to the Blowhole at the south. Whalers Lookout provides good views, and in October and November gorgeous rock orchids native to the east coast
· Douglas-Apsley National Park – protects the last, large relatively undisturbed area of dry eucalypt in the State. It covers the catchments of the Douglas, Apsley and Denison Rivers and features spectacular gorges and waterfalls, including Heritage Falls on the Douglas River and the Apsley Gorge and calm water holes
· Lake Leake - trout fishing and deer hunting, boat hire.
· Campbelltown – convict brick trail, colonial buildings (The Grange, the Foxhunters Return, St Lukes Church, the Red Bridge). Campbell Town wool auctions, Winton estate buildings and gardens open for public tour with highlights including the woolshed and original blacksmiths shop with bellows and forge. Gatty Memorial (navigator on first ever round the world airplane flight, railway station, site of first telephone call in the southern hemisphere, showgrounds (Midland Show is the oldest continuous one in Australia and Ross on the Heritage Highway.
· Ross - Tasmanian Wool Centre, convict Female Factory site and original burial ground, stone carvings on Ross Bridge (built by convict stonemasons in 1836 and Australia’s third oldest bridge), historic landmarks such as Uniting Church and Man-O-Ross Hotel, specialty shops.
· Triabunna – woodchipping, scallop and abalone fishing. Tours of the woodchip plant are available.
· Maria Island – accessible by ferry from Triabunna – this park offers history, walks and abundant wildlife. Former penal colony (older than Port Arthur, but smaller – 750 men) with fossil cliffs, wild bird rookeries, open forest, fern gullies and convict ruins. Rock climbing, bird watching, surfing, scuba diving in Marine Reserve – no shops. Ruins of convict settlement established in 1825.
· Orford – The Old Convict Road is a genuine convict road, which is a delightful 40 minute return walk along the northern banks of the Prosser river. The Three Thumbs lookout provides magnificent views up and down the coast and to Maria Island and has barbecue facilities, located at the northern end of the drive. Light plane trips and charter boats to Maria Island. Raspins Beach, Shelley Beach and Spring Beach offer walks and safe swimming. Rheban Beach for shell collection, Prosser River – convict trail.
· Wielangta Forest and Relic Rainforest walk in the Sandspit Forest Reserve. Boardwalk through an ancient section of rainforest; a second walk passes the remnants of Wielangta – a once thriving sawmilling town.

Facilities

Business Facilities

Access to internet available. Note - only Telstra mobile 'phones work in this area.

Additional Terms and Conditions

Cancellation fee $20. Full tariff charged if cancellation received 48 hours or less before booking.

Rooms

Garden

Large ground floor ensuited queen room. Suitable for 2 people only - no children or infants.

Hawthorn

Standard first floor ensuited room with double bed. No infants.

studio

Large ground floor ensuited room with queen bed. Suitable for two people - no infants. The Studio has direct access from the grounds and is ideal for couple who would like privacy. Continental breakfast provisions ensure a peaceful first meal of the day in your room.

Walnut

Large first floor ensuited room with queen bed. Suitable for double occupancy only.

Wisteria

Large first floor ensuited room with queen bed. Rate is for two people - not suitable for children or infants.