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Riseley Cottage Country Accommodation in Tasmania's Far South is an affordable home host quality bed & breakfast close to Dover & the Huon Valley, 90 kms south of Hobart catering for couples & small groups seeking privacy & relaxation in a quiet rural location.

TASMANIAN "PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD"
Australian B&B Book 2003, Commendation 2004

"By the same lucky chance that we have had all round Tassie we found Riseley Cottage and have loved our few hours here. The house, garden, views & beautiful flower arrangements were a joy to explore & admire. Many thanks”

Leonie & Keith Rinaldi (WA)

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Perched elegantly on a hillside off the beaten track, Riseley Cottage commands impressive views towards Hartz Peak and The Narrows estuary and is close to the magnificent South West Wilderness World Heritage Area. Explore the many and varied attractions of Tasmania’s appealing Huon Valley and Far South region. Popular destinations include Hastings Caves & Thermal Pools, Cockle Creek & Recherche Bay, Hartz Mountain, Ida Bay Railway and Tahune Airwalk.


Just 7km south of the picturesque setting of Dover, the original cottage (built in 1915 by Herbert Riseley) has been tastefully renovated to create an ambience sympathetic to the original, further enhanced by an eclectic collection of period furniture & furnishings. A short 15min walk from the front door will reward with enchanting water views of the Esperance River estuary (pictured below) and take you through our Private Forest Reserve with an array of local flora and fauna.


During your stay a Hearty Breakfast awaits offering seasonal fruit & berries, homemade bread, jams & yogurt, gourmet bacon & sausages. .


Accommodation features includes Guest Lounge hosting antique grand piano and extensive CD collection, Breakfast Room with views over attractive Cottage Garden, Wood Fires, Electric Blankets, Port & homemade chocolates, Complimentary Afternoon Tea and four legged friends... our guests agree we offer great value for money! Our superior ensuite room comes with its own wood heater and large bath (just ask for when you book).

Optional 'home cooked' evening meals can be negotiated prior to arrival. BBQ available. Pets welcome. Free internet access. Suitable for children over 12yrs old.

With the convenient location that Riseley Cottage provides, the opportunity to treat yourself to some well earned R&R awaits. Rejuvenate in friendly ‘relaxed’ surroundings. As one guest comments ... "A home away from home, we arrived as guests and departed as friends". Sentiments we hope reflected through our People's Choice Award and commendations (Aust. B&B Book - Tas)

170 Narrows Road, Strathblane (via Dover)
PO Box 189, Dover, Tasmania, Australia 7117
Phone/Fax (international): 613 62981630
(Australia): (03) 62981630
Email: riseleycottage@hotmail.com

 



  •  Home Hosts: Greg Shelton and Philip Emery


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*** DISCOUNT WINTER SPECIAL! ***

Book superior Queen Size room, including full b'fast, for two consecutive nights, and receive 50% off second night. Special price $225.00. Or stay 3 nights and receive last night FREE! Special price $300.
(Cash and direct bookings only. Full rate normally $150/night - two people)


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