[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT Waterfront cottage in South Spreyton with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583700/32583669/ff23a9c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583700/32583669/adfd309b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583700/32583669/90-bf45f961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583700/32583669/f1173a24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583700/32583669/cafcae73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Altona Garden Retreat, nestled in a secluded 3-acre native garden, offers a peaceful retreat with modern comforts. Relax in the spacious living and kitchen area or enjoy the outdoors with ample parking for boats and horses. A fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, dryer facilities make this unit suitable for up to 5 people. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5323 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ALTONA GARDEN RETREAT 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 amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - Grab bar near toilet - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycle parking - Composting - Garden - Recycling - Soundproofing - Unit size: 323 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33943300/33943286/c16be255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alice Beside The Sea - 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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 Altona Garden Retreat House spreyton Altona Garden Retreat House Altona Garden Retreat spreyton Altona Garden Retreat Cottage Altona Garden Retreat South Spreyton Altona Garden Retreat Cottage South Spreyton 100496 ## About the area 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. Traveling with kids? Consider House of Anvers and Bass Strait Maritime Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our South Spreyton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Spreyton.dx553248634373835970) [View more Cottages in South Spreyton](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Spreyton-Cottages.d553248634373835970-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.24939%2C146.34793&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8jwbLQ0nm-B7Npxoug3sMdm88YI=) spreyton, TAS ### What's nearby - Tasmanian Arboretum - 8 min drive - 6.8 km - Home Hill - 10 min drive - 8.7 km - Don River Railway - 12 min drive - 11.3 km - Devonport Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 13.2 km - Mersey Bluff - 14 min drive - 12.1 km ### Getting around - Railton Station - 14 min drive - Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Banjo's Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Spreyton Cider Co - ‬15 min walk - ‪Belly’s Bar n Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Playfish - ‬10 min drive ## 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? > Check-out 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 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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