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Cosy garden apartment in Sandy Bay. 15 min 401/402 town bus. FREE Parking/WIFI.

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
On the beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sandy Bay, TAS
  • Wrest Point Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Salamanca Place
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Salamanca Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Hobart

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Hobart, a 5-minute drive from Wrest Point Casino and 8 minutes from Salamanca Market. .This apartment is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Salamanca Place and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Constitution Dock.

What's nearby

  • Wrest Point Casino - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Salamanca Place - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Salamanca Market - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Constitution Dock - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Hobart Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 16 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Me Wah Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Station Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • Boardwalk Bistro
  • The Point Revolving Restaurant

About this property

Entire place

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

Cosy garden apartment in Sandy Bay. 15 min 401/402 town bus. FREE Parking/WIFI.

CONVENIENT LOCATION
Sonningview ground floor annex overlooks tranquil garden of flowers and fruit trees. Opposite is historic Alexandra Battery. Walking distance (return part uphill) to Nutgrove beaches, shops, cafes, and famous Seagrass restaurant on Long Point. A minute to bus stop.

15 minutes to CBD and Salamanca/Battery Point with connections to MONA ferry. Bus connects to southern coastal suburbs and is two km to Wrest Point and University.

Sonningview is also a convenient base for day trips outside Hobart. Half day trips to Coal River region for wineries and historic Richmond.

Further afield exploring Huon and Bruny Island is a 40 min drive via the Southern Outlet. And Port Arthur historic site a 90 min drive.

HOME AWAY FROM HOME.
Relaxing atmosphere. Non intrusive hosts.
Private self contained apartment annexed to the owner's main house. It has its own entrance via the garden (Host a keen gardener) with outdoor table and seating.

Bedroom has large picture window with view of garden and the Mt Wellington pinnacle just an 11k drive away. Queen size bed with electric blanket , doona and linen supplied. Temperature controlled panel heating.

Sitting Room/Dining – sofa, armchair, dining table – chairs, work space. TV/DVD player, Tasmanian DVD's and Library, Visitor guides. 2nd panel heater.

Bathroom - shower, wash basin, wall heater, hairdryer, towels & essentials supplied. Separate toilet with a sink and wall mirror.

Kitchenette, small space has all you need. A single induction cooktop, flatbed microwave, kettle, toaster, frypan and cooking essentials. Fridge/Freezer under counter.

Front loading washing machine & dryer. Outdoor clothes hoist and ironing facilities.

An extensive library of books and videos a source of Tasmanian information including brochures and guides.

Local attractions are Long beach, Parks, Mt Nelson, Mt Wellington and historic Alexandra Battery. The climb up historic Taroona Shot Tower and delicious English tea garden and light lunch.

Popular local cafes, restaurants, IGA, butcher, chemist, newsagency, hairdresser, Porters Liquor all within 1km and 3 km to the main Sandy Bay shopping centre.

Owners live independently in the main house are always happy to help with information and recommendations.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. A kitchenette is outfitted with a microwave. 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 coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Janina L

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please switch off lights and heating.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

In summer please close bedroom curtains when absent so as to avoid sun fading wall prints.
Please only use laundry between 8am and 10pm. Always turn off appliances after use including exhaust fan.
Panel heater setting maximum 20 degrees. Please never leave heat panel on all night or whilst away. Bless you☺

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: No cots. Suitable for children over 7 years.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Sandy Bay - Tranquil surroundings with parking and views. Hobart
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Cosy garden apartment in Sandy Bay. 15 min 401/402 town bus. FREE Parking/WIFI. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views and a great location for our long weekend stay in Hobart. Comfortable lodgings with attentive, responsive hosts. How nice to have that first morning breakfast supplied and to be able to pick from the garden. The driveway, as most of Sandy Bay, is steep but manageable but free driveway parking is always a plus.. Having a washer and dryer in the apartment was much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great base for exploring Hobart

A fab self-contained garden apartment in a beautiful suburb of Hobart. Good parking and easy access to public transport, Hobart CBD and Sandy Bay facilities. Wonderful support and communication from host Janina. We can't recommend this accommodation enough to all ages adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gail W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Garden seclusion

Wonderful place to stay , lovely outlook (from the bed) to the garden & Mt Wellington. Very thoughtful little extras ( Jamdrops provided by the host ) bus stops nearby , great views of the Derwent from the front of the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barb D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

Overall was good. Janina was just lovely and accommodating. She provided tea, coffee, milk, biscuits etc. Everything supplied and bed was comfortable. You would assume the photo shown in the advertisement was the view from the accommodation. However it's the view from the house in front so we found this a little disappointing. Overall not overly roomy but as I said everything supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility and privacy

An oasis of peace but very close to city. Cosy, quiet and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Convenient

Suited our needs, quiet and comfortable for our duration.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private and quiet garden setting.

We had a lovely stay at this apartment overlooking the private garden. Loved the occasional chirping of birds otherwise a very quiet spot. Comfy beds. Our hosts Janina and Gary were very welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 star

It was one of the best places I have stayed, the hosts Janina and Gary can not do enough for you. Met on arrival offered to carry our luggage, very wam people went out of their way to make our stay so enjoyable. Was surprised how big the flat was and spotlessly clean Lovely views close to everything. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
lovely hosts -a real home from home -only 10 minutes from CBD
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation. Very homely and comfortable. Lovely garden to relax in and enjoy. Only one thing required is a larger blanket for the bed. It was a double and a queen size would have been warmer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sandy Bay

Lovely property in a great location. Janina is a wonderful host and I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sandy Bay

Janina and Gary are warm and welcoming hosts who have put so much thought into making their guests feel very much at home. The flat is fantastic and very comfortable, surrounded by a beautiful garden. The area is close to the beach and supermarkets and eateries. Views are amazing. City is close by and with a car there are so many daytrips possible. Our hosts were very helpful with great suggestions on places to visit and best ways to enjoy this lovely city.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely garden apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Sandy Bay. It was within easy reach of Hobart CBD, local restaurants and great shopping. Janina and Gary are thoughtful, friendly and considerate hosts and helped us feel right at home. The garden is a jewel, full of color and beautiful plants and the apartment very comfortable. We hope to return on our next visit to Hobart.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice peaceful and quiet cute spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful!

Beautiful location, we were well looked after, arriving late (8.30pm instead of 4 as flight was delayed) in gale winds, Janina gifted us eggs and bacon to cook up for our evening meal, which was soo appreciated! Garden and views were special, and accomodation was neat and clean with all amenities provided. Janina and Gary were lovely souls who kept us up to date with local events and places to eat/visit. Highly recommend staying here xx
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Mid winter joy

So comfortable, convenient, beautifully presented. Very helpful hosts, warm welcoming and full of great information. As a midwinter location, the views were a gift.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quaint cottage in Hobart

We loved this little apartment, the view from the master bedroom is amazing and the property overlooks the water. It has everything you need and was absolutely amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay

A fantastic location. Just steps away from lookout to the Bay. Property had everything we needed plus some special treats. Host was lovely. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything that you need for a comfortable stay is here

Hosts ✅ generous inclusions ✅ cleanliness ✅ warm and cozy ✅ favourable location for food and travel ✅ good shower ✅ comfortable bed ✅
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness

First time solo travelling

This place was amazing. Hosts were so nice and accomodating. Location was perfect- little slice of paradise. The facilities were perfect. Everything I needed and felt so comfortable and relaxed for my first time travelling on my own. Will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dowell M., Allenspark, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Respite at Sonningview

After a difficult check-in process due to our phone malfunctioning, we arrived at Sonningview without having completed our registration. Janina and Gary patiently and kindly helped us work things out with VRBO so that we could stay in their lovely apartment at Sonningview. Every detail is attended to, with little thoughtful extras like cookies, delicious bread, butter and jams and lovely lemons, tomatoes, and apples from the garden. We enjoyed having time with Janina and Gary in their round room, Frank Lloyd Wright style with a magnificent view of the bay and Hobart's hillside dwellings at Sandy Bay. Gary and Janina are warm and generous hosts and we enjoyed lively conversation and great suggestions of things to see and where to have high tea for my birthday. Our stay at Sonningview was a highlight of our trip to Tasmania, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay in Hobart. Thank you, Janina and Gary, for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosamond Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful view

Although a good distance from the centre of Hobart, the host and hostess were delightful and really made our week stay a pleasure. Would recommend having a car !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Janina was a very good host. She met us on arrival and guided on where we were. Inside er found food

It was a good place to stay but access with a large car was a bit difficult. Janina was a very good host.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P., Joondalup, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Hobart Highlight

A well-equipped and comfortable property in a great location. Janina and Gary are ideal hosts. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023