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Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane)

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Austins Ferry, TAS
  • Museum of Old and New Art
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • MyState Bank Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Salamanca Market
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Main bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane)

Derwent Vista is a fully furnished self contained modern house built in the 80's 15 km from Hobart with absolute waterfront to the Derwent river, yachts at anchor, Mount Direction and Gunner's Quoin.

Derwent Vista has three bedrooms and the master bedroom has an en suite bathroom/toilet. All main rooms have wonderful views of Derwent River and Mount Direction. It sleeps up to 9 people and one baby with a configuration of two queens, two singles a sofa and single folding bed. There is also a modern fully equipped spacious kitchen, a separate laundry and a large separate bathroom with separate toilet and wash basin. Enjoy the garden and view from the deck or barbecue area. The property has fridge, stove washing machine and drier, wired and wireless internet, TV, DVD, stereo fishing gear etc. Towels, linen, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, and enough milk to get you started are also provided.

It has a large riverside garden dominated by an ancient bhutan cyprus hedge and fantastic view. In the front garden there is a very old elm planted by Lady Franklin. The property is surrounded by water and parkland on the other side of Harbinger Lane. The local Yacht club and launching ramp and shops are close by and easily accessible.

Derwent Vista is close to major businesses and tourist attractions, public transport and the Brooker highway which is the main route to and from southern Tasmania.

Sailing down to Tasmania? We have our own mooring for customers and there is a public jetty close by.

Derwent Vista is rented short to medium term at competitive rates and is suitable for business people looking for somewhere to stay, a retreat or quiet place to work or holiday makers keen on sampling the many attractions that the Hobart region is famous for.

Pets are welcome at Derwent Vista but not inside. There is an enclosure suitable for compatible animals.

Room/Bed Configuration

Sleeps 6, with sofa bed and foldbeds up to 9

Master bedroom - queen size bed
Bedroom – queen size bed
Bedroom - two single beds
Sofa double bed and single folding bed
Portacot (babies stay for free)
The sofas are very comfortable!

Bathrooms and Toilets

Master bedroom ensuite with shower and toilet
Second bathroom with bath and shower
Separate toilet

Business Facilities

Computer and desk supplied. Cable and wireless broadband are available at no charge.

Telephone

A local call only telephone is provided. The number is

Library

A book swap library. CD's and videos available..

Facilities of the Elderly and Physically Handicapped

The property is not fully wheelchair accessible according to Australian standard AS 1428. It may suit people with limited disabilities depending on whether assistance was available from others in the party. There is one step to the front and side door and on the water side of the building one step to the verandah. All rooms are otherwise on the same level. The showers have entrance lips, are not suitable for wheel chairs and shower heads are not removable. Hand rails are installed in the ensuite shower and toilet. All door frames are standard size.

Other Facilites

The property has a modern fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, hotplates, stove and fridge. The laundry has a washing machine and dryer. There is a separate barbeque area with a second dining table and chairs. All linen and crockery are provided and there are TV's, stereo, wireless broadband etc. A heat pump provides heating and cooling. There are also supplementary heaters.

There is a large garden dominated by a Bhutan cyprus hedge and a large elm planted by Lady Franklin the wife of an early Tasmanian governor.

Supplied

Without notice and at your risk:

Other gear

By prior email request at your risk:

Bicycles, canoes and sail board (if available)
High baby chairs. Portacots.
GPS system.

Mooring

Sailing down to Tasmania? We have our own mooring for customers and there is a public jetty close by. Ample notice is required and a fee applies if you wish to use it.

Property manager

Frankie Forsyth

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
We may allow parties/events by prior arrangement
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed inside

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: We may allow parties/events by prior arrangement
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Hobart

Located in Austins Ferry, a neighbourhood in Hobart, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Constitution Dock. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at MyState Bank Arena or Tasmanian Hockey Centre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Austins Ferry, TAS

What's nearby

  • Museum of Old and New Art - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • MyState Bank Arena - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Constitution Dock - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Salamanca Market - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Salamanca Place - 16 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 10 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Banjo's Bakery & Cafe Claremont - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peking Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Local Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Derwent Vista (10 Harbinger Lane) located?

Located in Austins Ferry, this golf holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Claremont House and within 3 miles (5 km) of Museum of Old and New Art and Moorilla Estate. MyState Bank Arena and Stefano Lubiana Wines are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

leah F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointed
Property was not like the photos Property outside neglected Cabot find the front door or even access it safely Enter property via rear door Back of house facing the water is falling due to lack of internal support Rear deck at the back of the house is holding up by round wooden blocks Gardens neglected Lawns not kept green very dry and even dirt Owners live next door on the right hand side of the property which was not known prior to the booking Owners came onto the property to put sprinkler on what lawn was left Needs a safety review of house urgently due to building construction concerns if it claps Pictures online are old photos
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven in Hobart
Derwent Vista was above and beyond our expectations and a perfect base for our Hobart holiday. Extremely well stocked, conveniently located and with an unrivalled beauty and view. Everyone in our group was incredibly satisfied with their stay and I have already recommended this property to several family members and friends. Can't wait to come back down!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amarjit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it
Property was pretty neat n clean. Hosts are very friendly even they helped me to catch my dog. Place itself is nice quite n lovable. View from house is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat
Ideally located - quite yet so very handy to Hobart and surrounding attractions. House fully equipped and very cosy. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views
The views are breathtaking. The property is ideal for multiple adults like our group, and although the property is older it is very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Raymond G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Austins Ferry
There was a homely feel to the property. It had all of the facilities that we required, even though the weather was not particularly pleasant during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ange M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
Loved the very private location, amazing water views, wildlife, and value for money. Close to shops, restaurants, MONA. Easy drive to the city and places like Mt Field, Richmond and Midlands Highway. Thank you to our host John.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Debra G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointing Experience
The property is in poor disrepair, carpets are stained & filthy, found dirty plates that hadn’t been washed in pantry. Windows are all filthy, hand railing on back stairs from deck is falling to pieces, can’t hold onto it for balance as it is loose. Tv & radio stereo don’t work properly,. Towels are practically threadbare, half the lights don’t work. Can’t access table & chairs at back of property near the water due to grass being at my thigh level. During our short stay as we left early, John messaged me to ring him to arrange to move beds during out stay as he was selling one of the properties, he is rude an arrogant. Thoroughly disappointing experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Kerry and Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable spacious house.
Great view and wonderful to be able to take our dogs. Lots of off leash parks close by. Very relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Lise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
Lovely quiet stay, amazing views. Used lots of the available heaters. Couches in lounge difficult to get out of with our aged, arthritic knees. Ended up moving the dining table and sitting on the couch in that room, couch much easier to get out of.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

jason f.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Great views
Johns place had great views but lacked everything else. It is very out dated with furniture and fitting's, the lounge was torn and you were virtually sitting on the ground which made it extremely hard for my wife and my self to get up ( sat in kitchen instead). There was an aircon that did not work as well as the heater or though there were small heaters placed around the place. The bathroom had mould in it and smelt disgusting. The view was the only thing going for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

leigh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
happy
good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

DEAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lots of space
Very enjoyable stay. Caught lots of fish from the back garden, and had fun with the kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Navarr V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Austins Ferry
An adorable property with beautiful waterfront views. Plenty of room for at least 6 guests. Only 15 min from Hobart. Kitchen equipment with everything we needed. A+
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Mavis C.

A home away from home.
John H supplied most things we needed. It was a well heated home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

John C.

5 nights in March 2019
Very comfortable property. Great views,great location. John was readily available if needed. Most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Carol B., Buderim, Queensland, Australia

5 nights by the river
property seems rather dated with stained carpets and worn out three piece suite. Metal pedal bin lid in kitchen is broken. New frying pan needed, non stick worn off. Beds were comfy and at last a place that has large enough towels to wrap around you after shower, well done. Lovely place to stay right on the river with rabbits running around the garden. John was very attentive to detail when checking in and also came to make sure we were ok. Carol & Barry Beckham
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

John T.

Excellent location
Peaceful and pleasant surroundings with a beautiful view. Shopping facilities in close proximity and local attractions not far away either.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

John D.

Ideal accommodation for our group
With a beautiful outlook through the back windows, the house soon came up to temperature (it was COLD outside) and provided exactly the right balance of comfort and space for our group. Location was great and we were able to make use of all the facilities on offer. A great relaxing stay and many thanks John
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Patrick R., Melbourne

Great location
We thought the location of the property was great, and very accessable for visits to Hobart and the various attraction around. A nice quiet location on the river, the children loved the ability to go fishing. Good shopping close by
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

WILLIAM M.

Great location, wonderful host
We had stayed here in 2011 and had no hesitation in booking in again. John is a great host, helpful when you need it and happy to leave you be when you don't. I used one of the kayaks that John offers and spent several hours paddling the Derwent backwaters. The house, while comfortable will soon be in need of a little renovation to bring it back to the same standard we enjoyed 5 years ago.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jodie D.

Relaxing Family Getaway
Beautiful location with stunning water views. Less than 20 mins from Central Hobart and Salamanca Market. Perfect home base for fishing and exploring Southern Tassie. We loved staying in the very comfortable home away from home. The owner of this property was most accommodating and very helpful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mike M.

Great place to stay
Very comfortable and pleasant house. Some appliances didn't work or were not fully functional but nothing that stopped us having a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Only wished we could have stayed longer
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jess E.

Amazing Views - very peaceful location
We had a great time staying at Derwent Vista. We stayed based on the location, which is walking distance to Austins Ferry boat ramp, my husband was here for some bream fishing. He caught 23 bream in one day out on the Derwent (by boat) so a great place to base yourself if you have a boat and plan to fish the river. We brought all our own gear but John will kindly provide rods, nets etc for you. Hubby even caught a barracouta off the front garden. Our 2yo loved the digger in the backyard! The home is not modern but was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The pantry was well stocked with staples and there is large supermarket a few minutes drive down the road for groceries etc.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Fantastic view from the property
We enjoyed our stay here. Very comfortable and it was fully equipped with everything. Feels like a home away from home.

About the host

Hosted by Frankie Forsyth

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