Designed for adults but CHILDREN 5+ WELCOME!
Spread out in a large peaceful newly renovated 1930s house with a full kitchen, an office (called the “doghouse”) & 2 lounge areas.
Bathrooms for getting your lipstick just right or a bath by candlelight with local bath salts.
At dusk, watch the local wildlife hop into the back garden from high above.
A rainy night- watch Netflix or go old school with a board game or DVD.
WHY YOU SHOULD STAY WITH US:
Stay with us at Bowen Toft House where you can make yourselves at home to relax (or work).
Be cocooned in luxury.
Be inspired by nature.
Be soothed by Tasmanian hospitality.
NEST … DREAM … RELAX
CHILDREN:
Children 5 years old & older are welcome to stay, please list as an adult & please let me know.
The house is not set up for young children nor childproof.
THE HOUSE & LOCATION:
This spacious and stunning 4-bedroom late 1930’s light filled house is nestled in South Hobart with views of the city, the river and the mountain. A sensitive and low waste renovation has retained all of the character of the original house, including furniture built by the original owner, and melded it with modern luxury. The house is on a large block where you can enjoy the outdoor amenities or 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”.
The house is situated just a 7-minute e-scooter ride from the Hobart CBD or a 4-minute car ride. There is also a bus service along Cascade Road. It is perfect for a group or family exploring Southern Tasmania or for those wanting to relax in a quiet neighbourhood.
The house is close to the dining and shopping amenities of South Hobart. Otherwise, Hobart CBD, Salamanca, North Hobart and Sandy Bay beach are all only a short drive away. Additionally, the house is only a short walk from the Cascade historical site, restaurant and 200-year-old beer factory. With all of this within close vicinity, Bowen Toft House is the perfect place to base yourself.
ACCOMMODATION:
The house has 4 bedrooms - 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. There are 2.5 bathrooms in all, one with a bath, an ensuite and a powder room. All bathrooms have been set up with “Hollywood lights” to make grooming easier.
There are two reception rooms, both with views towards Hobart. The kitchen retains many original elements and has a mud room adjoined.
There is also a pillow menu provided if you want a particular pillow.
At times the beds might be triple sheeted (like in hotels) to cover the quilt rather than using the quilt cover. The use of quit covers is dependent on drying weather & how busy we are with guests. (Most of the covers need line drying!)
On longer stays or for special occasions, we try to provide robes for guests to use whilst at the house, this is again due to the time-consuming cleaning & ironing process.
We often provide disposable slippers for you to use in the house. This is for your comfort and to keep the house clean. If you use these please take them home.
OFFICE & INTERNET:
A dedicated office and high-speed fibre to the home NBN internet, suitable for those needing to work whilst on vacation.
ENTERTAINMENT:
A TV in each living area with Netflix and DVD players. A CD player in one living room (the sunroom). A selection of DVDs, CDs, board games, cooking & reference books (including those about Tasmania), magazines & a novel swap bin.
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 are provided to make your stay cozy on cold days and an air-conditioner and both movable and fixed fans will keep you cool on 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.
EXTRA AMENITIES:
The house has a range of emergency and household items should you need them.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:
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:
The house has outside CCTV, a security system and window locks on the street side.
PARKING:
There is off-street parking. A standard outside power point could be used to charge an electric vehicle (you will require an appropriate and long extension lead).
Guest access
The house can be accessed from the off-street parking or from the street. There are steps at either entrance. Unfortunately, due to the steep nature of the block, wheelchair access is made difficult. There are many handrails in the front to allow easier access to the house.
The entire front of the block has been fully landscaped and is yours to enjoy during your stay.
Interaction with guests
Check-in is contactless.
Flexible check-in time
There is a contact sheet with our phone numbers in the front hallway should you need to contact us.
Other details to note
NO PARTIES: This house is situated in a peaceful residential area. If you are looking for a party house, a different property would be more suitable.
EARLY CHECK-IN: available upon request & subject to departing guests
LATE CHECK-OUT: available upon request & subject to incoming guests.
Both at NO ADDITIONAL FEE. Just Ask!
FREE PARKING- onsite
Outdoor BBQ & furniture- available during warmer months
ENVIRONMENT: We have tried to reduce the costs
The house is a special place, a family home, and a place of memories. We are all related to the original owners. The house has been sensitively renovated, whilst limiting building waste, to retain the character of the house and to produce an environmentally friendly, energy efficient, fully electric, luxury accommodation. The interior has been designed by Nance to provide carefully curated rooms using new, vintage, and family furniture and décor.
Our aim is for you to have safe and tranquil time staying in our home.
HOUSE RULES
Children 5 years & older as house is designed for adults (not childproof nor cots/high chairs etc)
We request that you respect what is provided for you and remember another guest will be staying shortly after you.
We don’t charge a cleaning fee; we pay the costs of professional cleaning & a professional linen service ourselves. If you leave a mess, we may ask the booking platform to charge you the cleaning costs.
Please help us keep the place in great condition for everyone by:
- leaving outdoor shoes at the door or in the mud room
- using the black face cloths/disposable cotton pads provided for make-up removal
- ensuring the extractor fan is on when taking a shower
- not leaving a mess around the house (dirty tissues, rubbish etc) & using the bins provided
- using the coasters & placemats provided
- no smoking at the property
- locking the house and the key box when you leave
