Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley.

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Washer
Parking available
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Castle Forbes Bay, TAS

Scented Rose
‪29 min drive‬
Hartz Mountains National Park
‪35 min drive‬
Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal
‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Maple Hill Cottage sits within two acres of landscaped gardens with views out to the scenic Huon River and mountains beyond.
Beautifully appointed, peaceful and private our historic cottage is a very comfortable self contained haven centrally located in the picturesque Huon Valley.
Castle Forbes Bay is a delightful 15 minute riverfront drive from Huonville, 7 minutes from the pretty village of Franklin and 10 minutes from Geeveston.

Property manager

Gerardine Borghesi

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses a grey water recycling system

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Castle Forbes Bay

Located in Castle Forbes Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Port Huon Marina and Huon Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Egg Islands Conservation Area and Sherwood Hill Conservation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Castle Forbes Bay, TAS

What's nearby

Scented Rose - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
Cygnet Recreation Ground Dog Park - 29 min drive - 32.2 km
Salamanca Market - 45 min drive - 53.9 km
Salamanca Place - 45 min drive - 53.9 km
Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cinnamon and Cherry - ‬8 min drive
‪Frank's Cider - ‬9 min drive
‪Pagan Cider - ‬25 min drive
‪The Pie Shoppe - ‬9 min drive
‪AquaGrill Seafood Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. ?

As of 15 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. on 13 May 2025 start from AU$158.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous cottage in the heart of the picturesque Huon Valley. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Port Huon Marina, Forest & Heritage Centre and Platypus Walk Trailhead. The Wooden Boat Centre and Egg Islands Conservation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

11 Nov 2024

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

Castle Forbes Bay Stay

our stay when visiting Tasmania was beautiful. the views and area of the cottage was very peaceful. All the amenities worked great. Host was extremely helpful and made us feel welcome. Would recommend and would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J G.

30 Jan 2025

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

Marvellous Maple Hill

Beautifully presented with fresh flowers, home baked bread still warm from the oven, great linen, fluffy towels, friendly dogs next door and vistas down to the Huon. Great place to prepare and recover from Hartz Peak walk. Thank you Gerry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

31 Jan 2025

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

Relaxing getaway

My family and I had a lovely stay here. Breathtaking views in a peaceful, relaxing environment. We arrived to a fresh loaf of home made bread and were given a large bowl of the most delicious cherries I've ever eaten! Our 8 and 5 year olds had lots of space to run around and loved interacting with the friendly neighbouring dogs. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

18 July 2024

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

The host was amazing - could not do enough to assist

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

6 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful serenity

The night away was about respite and change of scenery and that is exactly what we got at this beautiful cottage accommodation. It was so very clean, well equipped, welcoming and tranquil. The outlook, the gardens, the birds and of course the friendly cows who came to welcome us at the fence. I would absolutely visit again and plan to very soon.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

4 July 2024

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

Idyllic Country Cottage

We arrived at this well equiped cottage to find a bowl of fresh fruit, chocolates and home made sourdough bread, it doesn't get any better than that. The distance from any main road made it a tranquil place to rest after busy days sight seeing and the owners were lovely. I would recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for beautiful views and a tranquil setting while still being in the heart of the Huon Valley and all it has to see.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sha N.

1 Dec 2024

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

Quiet country getaway

A tranquil and gorgeous property, tree lined with lots of bird life. It is petite in size, particularly the kitchen with a bar fridge and 2 burner hot plate. Bring easy meals and enjoy with the home made bread from Gerry who even delivered a cake in the rain. It was a lovely place to relax for a couple nights, with exquisite linen on the beds. Highly recommend the tour at nearby Wooden Boat Building Centre. It was a highlight.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

2 Nov 2024

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

Tim and Janelle

What a treat! Maple Hill Cottage at Castle Forbes Bay is a beautifully presented country cottage with a touch of yesteryear nostalgia, tucked away in a gorgeous setting of apple orchards and native bush, with great views. The hosts complimented our stay with many thoughtful touches, such as freshly cut garden flowers for the table and a homemade loaf for breakfast. Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

leonie

21 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage. Pretty and quaint. Gardens beautiful. Position of house it is adjacent to was a spoiler for us. We were envisioning sitting out looking over valley enjoying view, not rooftop so close.The hostess was very hospitable and had put beautiful roses in room. Not being able to go for a nice bush walk was disappointing. For relaxation and comfort though this was exceptional.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gerardine Borghesi

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property