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Lune Mill River House

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Lune Mill River House

Lune Mill house, Lune Mill Road in the far South

Only one of its kind. Once the timber mill manager's house. On the edge of world heritage wilderness and beautiful waterways. Absolute waterfront, perched on the banks of one of the world's most pristine rivers.

Rustic but comfortable with power, plenty of hot water, digital tv. 3 bedrooms 1 double, 1 family room( queen bed and bunks) 1 bedroom with bunks (king single) . Up to 8 persons but prefer couples. Prefer you to bring own linen as we are on tank water however we have an emergency supply. Total peace and quiet.

Do not be expecting luxury, it is not , it is our holiday home with gum boots in the corner. If you are after night life and restaurants this is not for you. If you are after 5 star luxury this is not for you. If you are a serious bushwalker, caver, etc , fossiker, or like us, just want to chill out by the open fire or fish from the jetty it is just the spot. Fancy getting cooked? Enjoy our wood-heated outdoor bath by the riverside.

NEW Also now available some weekends.



8 km from Hastings caves and hot Springs,
Southport beach, Cockle Creek, Recherche Bay.
1 .1/2 hours south of Hobart on the scenic route via Huonville and Dover

Unfortunately we are not pet or party friendly.

Property manager

lesley

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with digital channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

Lune Mill River House Lune River
Lune Mill River House Private vacation home
Lune Mill River House Private vacation home Lune River
18429

About the area

Map
Lune River, TAS

What's nearby

  • Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs - 9 min drive
  • Hastings Caves State Reserve - 9 min drive
  • Port Esperance - 20 min drive
  • Hartz Mountains National Park - 60 min drive
  • Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southport General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ida Bay Railway & Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rocket at the end of the road - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Lune Mill River House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lune Mill River House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lune Mill River House located?

This family-friendly Lune River vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Tasmanian Wilderness and Hastings Bay Conservation Area. Ida Bay State Reserve and Southport Lagoon Conservation Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Lune Mill River House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 53 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with group
Inside the house could do with updating inside. The power points in kitchen was dicing with death. The log fire was good. The toaster in kitchen wasn't usable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aboriginal Heritage T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We booked this accommodation as a 4-day fieldwork base. The mill house has its idiosyncrasies. As long as you set your expectations for camping conditions in a remote part of the world, you will find the structure to be sufficient. The location is spectacular and the jetty is very impressive. All team members expressed their satisfaction with their stay and would book it again for similar work.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic and Remote
A simple house in a very wonderful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Michelle H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
In two minds
The house is located in the most beautiful of settings, surrounded by flowers, trees and the glorious Lune River. Standing on the back deck watching birds float past, knowing you’re miles from anyone else is an incredible experience. One which we adored. However while the description of the house as rustic is absolutely correct there are several things which are worrying. First is the electricity. The house is not insulated and comes with several electrical heaters as well as two wood fires, however if you have more than two heaters on at once all the electricity goes off, meaning you need to carefully choose where you want warmed. But if you want the kettle and two heaters on, the electricity goes off. If you want the kettle and the microwave the electricity goes off. Someone urgently needs to get this checked as it may lead to a fire. Second is that while having two wood heaters is great, the glass in one is smashed meaning it’s dangerous to use. If used and one of the glass shards falls out an ember could escape from the fire and lead to loss of life. There were few logs ready for the fire and there was only a very small tomahawk to split wood with. Third is the bathroom - only one roll of toilet paper with about 6 sheets on it (no spare) and a hair dryer with a European plug. A heater, but if you use it the electricity goes off. The listing mentioned wifi, dish washer and other conveniences, which either don’t exist or don’t work. Yes the place is rustic but please remov
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunrise Stay at Lune Mill River House
We had a wonderful few days staying at the Lune Mill River House. It was great to wake up, open the curtains, and see the sun rise on the river from the bed. The view of the river was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness
River house awesome
Great home with character, plenty to do, good facilities, had a great time. Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

short breakaway from routine
Very eclectic shack, unfortunately weather not good but pottered, played games and read. TV good, heating not so good unless good fire going. All basics available re bathrooms and kitchen. Would be good for a big group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway
A wonderful spot to reconnect with nature. Full of charm and wonderful views. Would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Place!
Great place to unwind and relax by the waters edge in the deep south of Tas. Get back to basics, old school charm and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baden V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil lune mill house
Very enjoyable lovely historic place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowan F.

Autumn get away at Lune river
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this historic, character filled property set in such a beautiful location. It's not for those seeking ultimate cleanliness and new style interior but for us it had the atmosphere we enjoy. We look forward to returning in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Best little getaway
Lune River mill house is described perfectly. It is old, rustic, and just fantastic. We love the memories it brought back from our childhood. So many old things that were just like home. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E., Deep Creek. South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful stay right on the river
We had a fantastic time in Lune River. The accommodation is just as described. Upon arrival we were greeted by a pair of geese under the plum tree. There are many plum trees with delicious fruit ready for eating (early February). The house is rustic, spacious and right on the river. The fire was ready to light which was lovely during the rainy part of our stay. The deck is literally over the river and a fantastic place to relax. We headed down the road and did the walk at Cockle Beach to the southern most point of Australia. We loved our stay at Lune River and would definitely come back here next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lune River Magic
This is a beautiful location, the house is very old and eclectic but well kept. Very suitable for our family. Fans are needed for hot days as the house can get stuffy.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Weekend Away
A very enjoyable stay at this quaint property in a beautiful location that was perfect for what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Nici G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely location, house needs work
Safety issues, clutter, and lack of cleanliness made our experience less enjoyable than we expected
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matt
Great to be back on the lune
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lune river mill Stay
Amazing location on the river
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jules E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
So this property is gorgeous, what a location, peaceful, private, right on the river. Can't fault the structure or position. Sadly, it was like a family weekender that nobody bothered to clean or maintain. The list of issues we encountered was extensive, everything was dirty and a lot of things like lights, heaters and board game in a state of disrepair. We didn't expect five star accommodation. However, paying good money to stay somewhere would imply that it is clean and serviceable. The main complaint here is that we raised the issues very politely with the owner, and aside from attempting to deflect responsibility to the cleaner, they did not bother to respond to our concerns. It is rare that we get away without kids. The lovely location was sadly let down by the lack of cleanliness, the rubbish and washing up left for us and the abject lack of interest in any of this by the owner. The fishing rig, with hooks, that was left in the wood box, was dangerous to say the least. A refund would be in order. Jules and Brooke Tas
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family get away for teens
Rustic back to nature get away. Kids (aged 11+) loved being able to wake up and jump in their kayaks each morning. River can be seen from kitchen window so didn't need to be down supervising at waters edge. Learnt to live with wasps and mozzies for a real outdoor experience. I'm told their favourite bit was stepping in knee deep mud!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Natasha H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquillity
We stayed 3 relaxing nights at Lune River. The property is quirky and full of character, and everything you need. We really enjoyed the location and even caught a number of fish off the jetty. We would love to know more about the history of the house and the area. Thank you Lesley for allowing us to stay. We are all feeling a lot more relaxed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Kerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unwind by the River
The Mill House is old, comfortable and full of character. It is right on the riverside and has no close neighbours. Peace and quiet. It feels like your old family bach/shack/cottage. There are lots of bunk beds and a rustic feel, so I think it would suit an extended family or youth group very well. (There are uneven steps and trip points though, so not for the elderly or those with mobility problems.)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

aaron c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape!
Our stay here was amazing. A great spot on the Lune river. We managed to catch a few bream from the jetty at the back of the property and really enjoyed what the property had to offer. The outlook over the river and the eclectic decor added to a great experience. The property was well equipped with everything we needed to feel home away from home. Thankyou Lesley for allowing us to stay at this special place.

8/10 Good

Darren G.

Good times
Had a great time relaxing in the Lune River House and exploring the surrounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stunning location, gorgeous rustic shack.
Stunning location, gorgeous rustic shack.