ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 530 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

spreyton, TAS

Don River Railway
‪10 min drive‬
Devonport Ferry Terminal
‪12 min drive‬
Mersey Bluff
‪13 min drive‬
Devonport, TAS (DPO)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Altona Garden Retreat is a beautiful quiet and relaxing property situated at Spreyton 10 minutes from the Spirit of Tasmania berth, 10 minutes from Devonport CBD, 15 minutes from the airport and 70 km. from Cradle Mountain. Being in the centre of the North Coast of Tasmania makes " Altona Garden Retreat " is also an excellent base for the many attractions on offer.

The Garden:
Nestled in a secluded private three acre native garden at South Spreyton, Altona Garden Retreat is surrounded by huge eucalyptus trees, native shrubs as well as a range of conifers and deciduous shrubs.

Altona Garden Retreat is a self contained two bedroom unit.
Furnished with a Queen size bed, a double and single bunk. Spacious living and kitchen area, bathroom with a walk in shower. All utensils and bedding is supplied, all you need is your food. Ample parking for a boat, horse float or even trucks, a secure paddock for horses.

The Unit:
Located among the 3 acres of garden in a private and peaceful area. Your hosts Fay and Colin Stephenson live at the property and are close at hand for check in and to answer any questions you may have. The accommodation is a modern, warm and comfortable self contained unit suitable to accommodate up to 5 people. Situated close to all amenities and tourist attractions for this region.

24 hour reception
10AM checkout /2PM check in
Fully equipped kitchen
Plasma TV
All linen including towels supplied
Washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities
Gas BBQ
Porto-cot and high chair

Under-cover parking

Property manager

colin stephenson

Premier Host

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

South Spreyton

Located in South Spreyton, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. La Villa Wines and Devonport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Tasmanian Arboretum and Don River Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider House of Anvers and Bass Strait Maritime Centre. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

spreyton, TAS

What's nearby

Tasmanian Arboretum - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Home Hill - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
Don River Railway - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
Devonport Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
Mersey Bluff - 13 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

Railton Station - 14 min drive
Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hungry Jack's - ‬10 min drive
‪All Things Nice Bakery - ‬11 min drive
‪Banjo's Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Bellys Bar N Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪Spreyton Cider Co - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT located?

This family-friendly South Spreyton cottage is located on the waterfront, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from La Villa Wines, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tasmanian Arboretum and Don River Railway. Kelcey Tier Greenbelt and Eugenana State Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael c.

10 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden stay

Gardens were lovely and relaxing accommodation was clean neat and nice thankyou

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

28 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, private, beautiful gardens.

This was a great little apartment that had everything you needed for a 5 day stay and even longer I'm sure. The gardens are amazing and provide lots of spaces to relax. The kitchen is fully equipped with a variety of appliances if you plan to cook.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carola A.

22 Dec 2016

Beautiful property

Lovely place to stay and unwind after a day of travelling.

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

10 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place

Great stay enjoyed the time I had and very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful garden and very clean property ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

25 May 2016

What a Little Gem!

Excellent accommodation in a beautiful setting, with the added bonus of being pet friendly. We had a wonderful stay.

8/10 Good

IAN R.

20 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting and private abode

lovely garden and very quiet location comfortable accommodation and helpful hosts well located within 10-15 min from great MTB trails

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

CATHERINE STEIN S.

26 Apr 2017

Great base for exploring Devonport

Altona Garden has everything you need to unwind after a day exploring Devonport and the surrounds. The gardens are magical and the owners very hospitable.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

27 Jan 2015

Tranquil

We absolutely loved our stay at Altona Garden Retreat. Col & Fay were so welcoming. Everything was beautifully clean and the garden and surrounds are exquisite. Great location from Spirit of Tasmania

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David E.

2 Feb 2015

Great setting

Fay and Colin ensured a wonderful holiday for us and our dog. Very pleasant accommodation in botanical garden setting. Our dog Kalo had a great time and we were able to leave him in the secure kennel provided enabling us to visit Cradle National Park for the day.

10/10 Excellent

Myriam W.

13 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Altona.

Altona Gardens are amazing, so beautiful and well kept. You can feel the owner's love for their property in every hidden nook and flower patch. Very relaxing to be surrounded by greenery. The unit is spacious and tidy with everything you need for a comfortable getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Deb S.

10 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Altona

Very clean, well-equipped and comfortable stay at Altona, with enjoyable gardens. Loved being able to BBQ and eat under cover even in the pouring rain! Close to Devonport for eating out, and exploring local sights like Mt Roland and Tasmazia. Teens appreciated the wifi...

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Jillian A., Maldon

20 Nov 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very special gardens and comfy unit.

Set in a valley spectacular 3 acre garden with ponds, beautiful mature trees. A real delight to explore. The unit is well equipped, and the mattress toppers make for a comfortable sleep. Undercover parking a bonus.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Leeanne B.

5 Feb 2017

Soothing welcome to Tasmania with a superb garden

I chose this retreat because I'm a professional gardener and I know how gardens help settle you like a big hug. I loved this special place created from scratch by the owners who I found so easy to approach and generous with eggs, rasberries and a welcome for my little pet. I highly recommend Altona Garden Retreat to anyone just off the ferry or about to board, especially.

10/10 Excellent

gill t.

24 Jan 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni M.

19 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

✅

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherlyn M.

9 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful gardens and relaxing location

Beautiful gardens, with an abundance of wildlife. The facilities were excellent, everything was there, very clean and good quality

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect garden sanctuary

Thank you so much for our lovely short stay. The gardens were even more beautiful than the photos and the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. It was a perfect base for our exploration though I would have been equally happy just staying at Altona

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milena K.

3 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Garden Retreat

The property was neat and comfortable and suited our requirement of two double rooms. It is in a quiet country setting but only a short drive to many north coast tourist attractions. The hosts were very welcoming and invited us enjoy and explore the stunning gardens, where there are a number of tables and seats to enjoy the view across the dams, watch the birds and listen to the frogs. They were generous with their time if you were interested in hearing about the development of the expansive gardens but also happy to leave you to enjoy your stay uninterrupted. We could easily have stayed longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

11 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

This place is a great place to relax and unwind after a busy day sightseeing. Gardens are amazing and so peaceful. Accommodation was spacious and comfortable. Would like to have stayed longer. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

28 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mtb adventure

Nice place

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

20 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Very friendly hosts, spectacular garden, close to Devonport and surrounds. Comfortable room, well equipped kitchen and laundry. Bathroom well equipped for elderly travellers.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

15 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

A very comfortable place in beautiful gardens. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F.

19 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent

the gardens are beautifull

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

21 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

Would stay here again. Nice garden

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

michael J.

11 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VERY GOOD

We have no complaints accommodation was clean and tidy on arrival really first class. The gardens and surrounds are really exceptional we really enjoyed watching the rabbits, birds and paddy mellons(little kangaroos)each morning.(and lambs next door) The property is located in a quite semi rural location and is pretty much as safe as you could ask for We had no dramas leaving our windows open all day. The hosts Colin and fay are most accommodating and very easy going. Thanks for the raspberries col we had them the next day with a bit of cream,,,,just perfect. Really much nicer than staying in a hotel we cooked toast and did some basic meals over the six day we were there the kitchen is fully equipped. Thanks Colin and Fay we enjoyed our stay . Mick and Susan from Western Australia

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Hosted by colin stephenson

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

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