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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
Interior
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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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.

Property manager

Kathryn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

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
  • No elevators
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Recycling

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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
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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

About the neighborhood

Map
South Hobart, TAS

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home located?

Located in South Hobart, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Salamanca Market. Cascade Brewery and Louisa's Walk are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Bowen Toft House- South Hobart, home from home Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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