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Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
South Hobart, TAS
  • Salamanca Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Salamanca Place
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wrest Point Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Hobart

With a stay at this vacation home in Hobart (South Hobart), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Salamanca Market and Constitution Dock. .This vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Salamanca Place and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Wrest Point Casino.

What's nearby

  • Cascade Brewery - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Salamanca Market - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Constitution Dock - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Salamanca Place - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Wrest Point Casino - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 20 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascade Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lansdowne Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uni Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home

Designed for families, friends, digital nomads, FIFO & conference colleagues
Close to Hobart. Spacious. Hobart, mountain & river views.

Business:
-all amenities home (full kitchen, laundry, free parking), long stays welcome
-full office with door, free super-fast internet, suitable for conference calls

Families:
-4 bedrooms, 5 beds
-2.5 bathrooms, 1 bath, 1 walk in shower, 3 toilets
-DVDs, CDs, books, magazines, games, Netflix
-2 lounge areas
-garden, outside seating/ dining/ BBQ
-one level

LOCATION:
South Hobart with views of the city, the river and the mountain.

-4-minute car ride or a 7-minute e-scooter ride from the Hobart CBD
-walking distance to local SoHo shops & eateries
-a bus service along Cascade Road, run by Metro Tasmania
-a short walk to the Cascade historical site, & 200-year-old beer factory
-Hobart CBD, Salamanca, North Hobart and Sandy Bay beach are all only a short drive away
-walk to city via the Hobart Rivulet & maybe see a platypus
-perfect base whilst exploring Southern Tasmania

THE HOUSE
This spacious and stunning late 1930’s. A sensitive renovation has retained all of the character of the original house & melded it with modern luxury.

-natural lights fills the house
-views from every window, some of the garden (Hobart, the mountain, the river & the house gardens)
-peaceful garden
-watch the native wildlife (birds, pademelons) from one of the two living areas
-built for the Chief Engineer of the Cascade Brewery and his family, it is named after him; “Bowen Toft House”
-some furniture in the house was built by the original owner
-3rd generation family owned home

ACCESSABILITY:
The house was lived in by my Grandparents until their mid & late 90’s, so it retains those things to help people who may need them

-2 entrances off the road, one has a ramp & only a couple of steps
-hand rails along both access points where there is a slope
-single level house
-walk in shower

ACCOMMODATION:
The 4 bedrooms containing 5 beds are aimed for comfort and all have bedside lights & tables, wireless charges & power points spots

-a queen size master bedroom with an ensuite
-a similar queen bedroom close to the second bathroom
-a twin bedroom and an office with a single bed/day bed
-a pillow menu provided if you want a particular pillow
-hotel quality bedding and linen

All bathrooms have been set up with “Hollywood lights” to make grooming easier.
-2.5 bathrooms in all, one with a bath, an ensuite & a powder room
-3 toilets

-two reception rooms, both with views towards Hobart
-several reading/ chill-out nooks
-full kitchen & adjoining mud room

OFFICE & INTERNET:
-dedicated office with door
-high-speed fibre to the home NBN internet
-double brick so suitable for conference calls
-office accessories

ENTERTAINMENT:
-a TV in each living area with Netflix & DVD players
-a CD player in one living room
-a selection of DVDs, CDs, board games, cooking & reference books (including those about Tasmania), magazines.

HEATING & COOLING:
The house has several heating and cooling options, including passive (i.e., window film, window coverings, aspect, insulation, double brick, outside trees).

-throw rugs, heat packs and extra blankets for cold days
-an air-conditioner, movable & fixed fans for hot days.

GARDEN:
There is an outside area with dining table and BBQ and additional seating. This is setup in summer as it is not a covered area.
-the entire front of the block has been fully landscaped and is yours to enjoy during your stay

EXTRA AMENITIES:
-a range of emergency (1st aid kit, ice packs) & household items
-a yoga mat

CHILDREN:
This house is not suitable for young children & infants as not childproof & no cots/highchairs. Recommend children 5 years old & older please list as an adult & please let me know.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The interior has been designed by Nance to provide carefully curated rooms using new, vintage, and family furniture and décor.

-the house was renovated with minimal waste
-we promote recycling & reuse & there are receptacles in the house for recycling
-the house is fully electric, even the BBQ, to help look after our environment

SECURITY:
-outside CCTV
-a security system (guests receive a code)
-window locks on the street side.

PARKING:
-free off-street parking

Our aim is for you to have safe and tranquil time staying in our home.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Kathryn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Only children from 5 years of age

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PLN23219

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodation
Great accommodation
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and holiday spot
Had a wonderful stay here with family. Great location although you do need a car. Its close walking distance to the local pub but we had our elderly mother with us so she couldn't manage the walk. Close though to the Female Factory and drive up Mt Wellington. Supermarket close by and the local pub had great affordable meals. Hosts were amazing and left us some breakfast food, along with some lovely snacks and drinks. Beds were comfy and although the house is old and does make a few creaking noises, we really enjoyed staying. We watched netflix which was provided but couldn't work out the TV. A great stay overall.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
My family had a wonderful time in Hobart. Bowen Toft had everything we needed (and more). The house is lovely, very clean and very well set up. We appreciated all the extra touches too. Will stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

Liked: Cleanliness
1930’s renovated gem
We had the perfect stay in this beautifully renovated 1930’s home that oozed character and comfort. We enjoyed a great meal by the fire at the historic Cascade Brewery, just a short 10 minute walk from the property. We walked to town and visited the museum, Mawsons Hut and the Lark distillery before indulging in a pastry treat at Daci and Daci. You will love the city views, location, rustic charm, space and generosity of the host - we loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and location
We absolutely loved our stay at Bowen Toft House. Our family of 6 loved the history of the house and the generosity of our host. We enjoyed walking into Hobart along the beautiful rivulet spotting a lovely platypus on our travels. It was great to visit the Cascade Brewery and Female Factory, both only a short walk away. This was a great base for us to enjoy Hobart before walking the Three Capes Track. We will definitely recommend a stay to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024