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Cradle Alpine Retreat
Tasmania - TAS · Australia
1429 Cradle Mountain RoadView location
8.8/10Excellent230 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/10 9.0
Service8.6/10 8.6
Comfort8.6/10 8.6
Condition8.6/10 8.6
Neighborhood8.4/10 8.4
Value9.2/10 9.2
Amenities9.2/10 9.2
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About Cradle Alpine Retreat
Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden at Cradle Alpine Retreat, a charming cottage in Moina. Make use of complimentary Wi-Fi and limited room service. The four individually decorated guestrooms feature kitchens equipped with full-sized refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Each room also includes a private balcony.
Free self-parking, express check-in/check-out, and laundry facilities are also available. Located 10. 1 miles from Tasmazia and 12. 1 miles from Lake Barrington International Rowing Course, Cradle Alpine Retreat offers a tranquil escape.
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With a stay at Cradle Alpine Retreat in Moina, you'll be 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Tasmazia and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Lake Barrington International Rowing Course. This cottage is 19.3 mi (31 km) from King Solomons Cave and 24.9 mi (40.1 km) from Leven Canyon Regional Reserve.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
Free self parking is available onsite.
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Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
anytime
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Beach nearby
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Private host property
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Property uses a professional cleaning service
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Important information
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You need to know
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - noon. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property is professionally cleaned
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Late check-out fee: AUD 20
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Iris Farm Private Nature Reserve
6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Forth Falls Creek Conservation Area
14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Tasmazia
16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Forth Falls State Reserve
16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Narrawa Road Conservation Area
18.1 km / 11.2 mi
Promised Land Regional Reserve
18.7 km / 11.6 mi
Lake Barrington International Rowing Course
19.5 km / 12.1 mi
Lake Barrington Nature Recreation Area
20.4 km / 12.6 mi
Dove Canyon Track Trailhead
25.5 km / 15.9 mi
Devils at Cradle
25.6 km / 15.9 mi
Mersey River Conservation Area
26.2 km / 16.3 mi
Enchanted Nature Walk
26.3 km / 16.4 mi
Enchanted Forest Walk Trailhead
26.4 km / 16.4 mi
Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre
26.5 km / 16.5 mi
Cradle Valley Board Walk Trailhead
26.6 km / 16.5 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 4
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- LaunderetteExtra charge
- FireplaceExtra charge
- Smoke detector
- Garden
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- Terrace
- Dining area
- Towels and bed linenExtra charge
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Game room
- Picnic
- Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- CanoeingExtra charge
Meal plans
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Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU
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DOUBLE MOUNTAIN VIEWDOUBLE • MOUNTAIN VIEWDBL.VN
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN
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DOUBLE THREE BEDSDOUBLE • THREE BEDSDBL.3B
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CHALET ONE BEDROOMCHALET • ONE BEDROOMCHA.B1
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STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Cradle Alpine Retreat
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Barry
All very clean and heaps of room,very quiet and peaceful with nice gardens. This was our best accommodation i picked over our 3 week Tasmanian journey. Loved the fireplace. Has full size kitchen and fridge
Barry
Loved the place, quiet and beautiful highly recommend. To note there is a full size fridge that you will need as no shops but there is a very nice Cafe walking distance. You will need to check messages via email or booking platform for door pin prior to arrival as phone reception some people didn't have. There is wifi in cabins and can stream movies. We all loved the open fire.
Adrian
Nice property in a secluded area, only issue is how far away it is from cradle mountain. (about a half hour drive from park)
KEVAL
Nice property and excellent hosts.
Michael
Great location and decent accommodation. Only issue is the noise coming from the next door lodge if occupied
Alyssa
It has everything you need for a family getaway. Location is beautiful and the property is spacious.
Margaret
We had the Cradle Cabin. This one is tough for me to review as it’s not what I’m used to while visiting Australia. It’s a rustic cabin, with cabin like feel, it was cozy, clean, beds were comfortable and sheets and comforter were fresh linens. Bathroom is modern but the rest of the cabin is dated.Nothing is around here so you will need to drive 25 min. for a restaurant.
Ann
The room was perfect. Clean, well equipped, warm and comfortable. Getting in was easy and the room layout was great.
jonathan
Fire place, space, cozy, well equipped, great location, warm.
Elizabeth
Unit was nice. Spa was good. Clean. Quiet.
Sandra
Beautiful location with visiting wildlife.
Harry
Great place to stay
Sarah
Very quiet and comfortable and close to alot of attractions. Also plenty of nessesary kitchen utensils and use of a washing machine and dryer. I would recommend staying here
Jess
Amazing property to stay at. Had everything you could possibly need and in a location
Livian
just great !!!
maria ricci
Excellent place about 20 miles away from Cradle Mountain National Park.
DIANE
We stayed here overnight before we started the overland track. It was more affordable than staying up right outside the national park but still only a short drive away. The room was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Although I didnt get to try it out, the spa in the room looks like it would be wonderful. I'd stay here again.
Gai
Staff were very welcoming. Property was lovely surrounded by beautiful bushland and only a stones throw away from Cradle Mountain national park. Exciting to wake up with Pademelons having some breakfast near your front door.
Shayne
The cabin was spotless and the location provided everything we needed to explore Cradle Mountain and surrounds. The nightly visits by Pademelons was an added bonus.
Carolyn
Beautiful surroundings and so quiet. Very cosy and comfortable. The cafe across the road was amazing. Catered for us with extended hours and gluten free options during Rowing Regatta.
Libby
A beautiful location with everything you need in the cabin. Cafe across the road had good coffee and light meals.
Barbara
The location was great near to cradle mountain and caves. Local wildlife was also good. The cottage needs a bit more light in the kitchen, there is only one light for kitchen dining and living area. One light in the kitchen area would help with meal preparation and dishwashing.
KENNETH
Great location, comfy and cozy!
Shana
Although the property is older we were happy to discover the bathroom was brand new and the property was clean and well appointed with everything you would need eg cooking equipment, wine glasses etc. Being in amongst the forest and the trees and seeing the local wildlife was really lovely. We could only stay one night but I would have liked to have stayed longer. Not super close to Cradle Mountain but fine if you have a car.
Irene
Very comfortable accommodation in lovely setting 30 mins drive from Cable Mountain. Well provided kitchen. Hot showers. Comfortable settee. Large screen tv.
All we could ask for - just sorry our stay wasnt longer! Saw echidna and pademelon.
All we could ask for - just sorry our stay wasnt longer! Saw echidna and pademelon.
SEE
Enjoyed the serenity, tranquil and fresh air the forest surrounds the property offers.
Susan
Lovely, very well kitted out for all anyone could need, picturesque spot. Just beautiful
Robert
This bush accommodation has all you need for your stay. It’s quiet and 30 minutes drive from any sort of shop. The property is in partly cleared forest and the small wallabies and rabbits are very close in the twilight times.
Kath
It was a lovely big, warm home. The cleaners didnt clean the bath so there was a big ring around the inside and there was only one flannel for 4 of us. Apart from that it was a lovely location with everything we needed
Danielle
Every little detail was thought of at thia property. We had a wonderful experience in front of the fire watxhing the snow come down outside
Zhenliang
Getting close to the nature!
Greg
Lovely ALPINE experience ... including moss covered gum trees and small wallabies (Palemelons) bouncing around the lawns.
Well presented kitchen ( nearest IGA Sheffield so buy your supplies 1st ).
Well heated.
Good Telstra coverage ... for those wilderness people addicted to their devices 😀
Well presented kitchen ( nearest IGA Sheffield so buy your supplies 1st ).
Well heated.
Good Telstra coverage ... for those wilderness people addicted to their devices 😀
Julie
Proximity to Cradle Mountain was great. Comfortable and clean.
Teri
It was strange to check in and out with no personal contact. Place was nice if a bit dated, only stayed one night.
Tracy
Beautiful cozy cabins...
Comfortable and affordable.
Comfortable and affordable.
Kathy
Great location and facilities for Cradle Mountain.
Karen
Property was very private & great for a relax. Kitchen was very well appointed although a few microwave dishes would have made cooking dinner a bit easier. Cottage does require a bit of love in regards to a paint & deep clean.
Linda
Lovely location, tranquil and well maintained property. Not too far drive to Cradle Mountain and all the great walks in the area. Well stocked for cooking your breakfast (eggs, bacon, tomato, bread for toasting, yum!) Bring your own provisions for cooking dinner as the villa provides pretty well all utensils needed.
Patricia
We stayed for 2 nights & was lovely & quiet. Great place to come back to after a day hiking in Cradle Mountain.
Stanley
The floor between the TV room and the kitchen was uneven and could lead to slips and trips.
Mark
Lovely grounds, nice apartment, quiet.
Karen
The property was beautiful set in Tasmanian wilderness just the right size for 3 teens and parents. Beds were comfortable and the chalet was charming.
Paula
The wildlife right next to accommodation, we could just sit and watch the pademelons graze.
A
Great location for a comfortable stay \"away from the hustle\"
Andrew
great
PL
Cosy little hut
David
Clean and warm
Pamela
Lovely accomodation with up to date thorough instructions on how to access the property and things to do near by.
Stephen
Good stay
Kevin
Quiet location next to forest, clean & comfortable
Cheryl
Cosy and very comfortable.
Naomi
Easy to find, plenty of space for our family and fantastic views.
Cradle Mountain was easily accessible from this property.
Cradle Mountain was easily accessible from this property.
Annette
Where do I start! The tv remote is complicated, the air con was like a hot box in the unit, the spa bath had jets that didn’t work.we stayed at Wellington. A horrible experience from the get go! & no breakfast to speak of! When I booked I assumed I had a fireplace….no just some bad air conditioning….the owners did come & assist us with the remotes & were helpful but blame Expedia for the unit that we got…..sorry owners I rarely give a bad review but I did today
Jeanette
Tranquil and beautiful surroundings
Great place to stay. Beautiful surroundings. Convenient for day walks at Cradle Mountain. Delicious dinner across the road.
Katheryne
Nice place to stay and have a relax. Cabin is big.
Joan
Very pleasant stay. Definitely met our expectations.
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Comfortable cabin
Comfortable large cabin, in the quiet of the bush
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I felt at home was very comfortable the spa was amazing 😍😍 very happy 😃
Joe
Poor lighting in the room. Stayed 3 nights no room service ran out of fresh towels. Bed was lumpy, took a mattress protector off which was filthy dirty and stained. Found multiple scorpions in the room.
Mark
We enjoyed the spa and the quiet location. The restaurant across the road was great.
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We really loved our stay at Cradle Alpine Retreat. So peaceful. The cottage was well appointed and we were super grateful for the pantry items provided.
Great shower, comfy bed. Loved seeing the wildlife in the morning and evenings, and it was an easy drive to and from Cradle Mountain National Park.
Great shower, comfy bed. Loved seeing the wildlife in the morning and evenings, and it was an easy drive to and from Cradle Mountain National Park.
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Solid place to stay
Perfectly appropriate accommodations. The cabins all look a bit long in the tooth but inside everything was in perfect working conditions, clean, and quite nice. I give it an \"average\" rating because there was just nothing to get excited about. We never saw any management while we were there but key hand-off was efficiently arranged. I don't know if it was broken or non-existent but we didn't have wifi. Distance from Cradle Mountain is about 20 minutes during daytime, longer at night when you have to watch for wallabies and wombats. Really nothing around it, just a restaurant across the road that didn't impress me.
Would I stay here again? Sure, without hesitation, but it may not be my first choice
Would I stay here again? Sure, without hesitation, but it may not be my first choice
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Great use of space..everything you need...even bacon and eggs! Spa was great...animals and birds directly out bedroom window
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Lovely quiet cottage a short stroll to Cradle Forest Inn for great meals and atmosphere. Well appointed with a deep soaking bath for relaxing after long hikes. Wish we stayed longer.
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The property was lovely and clean, had a tray of breakfast food in the fridge, plenty of blankets provided and reasonable rate. Overall, very pleasant stay.
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Cosy comfortable accomodation, warm and private. Lovely bath tub to relax in
Stuart
Easy wilderness. Give it a go!
Lovely. Comfortable, cosy and peaceful. Phone coverage is fine if you're with Telstra, but that's the case in most of regional Tasmania. There was breakfast supplied, bacon and eggs, bread and spreads. The spa was of a generous size. The heating was adequate for our winter sojourn. While there were 3 other chalets near our one (Roland) you didn't notice anyone else. There is internet provided. It is via a supplied Wi-Fi dongle. You have to pay to recharge it. Knowing the infrastructure and terrain in Tasmania this is the best Shepherd and Donna can supply. This is the Cradle-Coast area, hence the name Cradle Alpine Retreat. Cradle Mountain is only a twenty minute drive away. This is typical of Tasmanian wilderness. In fact twenty minutes is quite close compared to many attractions in Tasmania. For the price this is a veritable palace. It is three and a half stars, not five. What Shepherd and Donna have done with the place is fantastic considering what they had to start with. Yes you can go to flasher places, but you'll pay much more. We will be happy to stay here again. Lovely.
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As Advertised only spent the night so was not there for long
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It was very comfortable. Everything that one would want was there. Including breakfast in the fridge :) No complaints. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.
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Was beautiful and relaxing and great idea having the breakfast there to cook ourselves recommend your retreat highly 😁
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Exceeded my expectations.
Stayed in the Wellington Spa cottage, very clean and the huge spa was amazing. The fresh breakfast package in the fridge to cook in the morning was a bonus.
The owner was easy to communicate with prior to arriving and the check in process was nice and easy. Price for the night was very reasonable compared to other accommodation in the area. Will definitely stay again, highly recommend.
Stayed in the Wellington Spa cottage, very clean and the huge spa was amazing. The fresh breakfast package in the fridge to cook in the morning was a bonus.
The owner was easy to communicate with prior to arriving and the check in process was nice and easy. Price for the night was very reasonable compared to other accommodation in the area. Will definitely stay again, highly recommend.
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My sister and I had a chance to stay for one night after driving from Launceston and to our surprise the lodge is so clean. We were doubly surprise to see some breakfast and food provided for us. So thankful and grateful for Shepherd's hospitality
Ron
This accomodation is villa typed with very spaceous bedrooms, living room, kitchen with all the stuff you need. Sleep very comfortably, supposed can get very high score. However, this accomodation is Also no wifi can be provided, due to poor infrastructure in this area. We arrived at 1745 for check in and there is no staff. I just go stupid standing inside the reception and panicking what to do (remember: no phone, no wifi, no staff), and the phone at the wall of the reception has no sound. Finally I was luckily found an envelope telling you the code to get the key (like playing lost and found). If reception staff is not always available, at least they can send a message or whatapp to greet us (that what people in other country do) and give us some check in information (which is actually in the booklet inside the room). Is this kind of Aussie style of accomodation check-in???
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Very spacious and clean. Lovely home with the only downside of no wifi available
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Quiet serene and comfortable. Breakfast ingredients provided which was a very welcome and unexpected bonus.
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Great property. Needs brighter lightbulbs in main area.
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We enjoyed our stay
More parking options would be great as a large bus came early sundy and we had to reverse all way out as they took over most area
Some more bubnle bath would hve been wonderful only a small amount was there ans didn't hpld up very mucb
If ud like to increase ppl stay i would reccomend a small tv in the bathroom above the tpilet for when they relax in bath would be an amazing additiom for some winter retreat relaxing ;)
We had a magical time just wish we got to enjoy more time there so i will be back again mayb for some wonter enjoyment
We had ttouble working the aircon as we r not used to the controls so mayb some instructions would be good aswell if ppl are connfused like us haha
Thanks again magical retreat well done!!
More parking options would be great as a large bus came early sundy and we had to reverse all way out as they took over most area
Some more bubnle bath would hve been wonderful only a small amount was there ans didn't hpld up very mucb
If ud like to increase ppl stay i would reccomend a small tv in the bathroom above the tpilet for when they relax in bath would be an amazing additiom for some winter retreat relaxing ;)
We had a magical time just wish we got to enjoy more time there so i will be back again mayb for some wonter enjoyment
We had ttouble working the aircon as we r not used to the controls so mayb some instructions would be good aswell if ppl are connfused like us haha
Thanks again magical retreat well done!!
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We had a basic cottage. It turned out to be bigger and better equipped than we expected. Cooking facilities were limited but Sheffield kindly provded us with a frypan which made a big difference.
Verified traveler
We stayed in the Hartz Cottage. The location is good, plenty of access to the mountain and good fishing spots. However, the advertising is mis-leading. Written up as 'romantic escape' but it doesn't tell you the cottage is joined to a family size cabin so for all 3 nights we had kids running around, slamming of drawers as people made dinner (the kitchen backs onto the bed) and guest walking around the grassed area which looks right into the cottage. The bed is probably 20 years old and almost crippled us. I suggest the owner spend a night there before charging another guest to stay.
Verified traveler
Beautiful location - lovely scenery out the window. After spending a couple of cold days hiking at cradle mountain the electric blankets and heating was wonderful. Not sure if the heater would be enough in winter but worked ok for us on a low temperature day.
Clean accommodation and great having your own carport.
Clean accommodation and great having your own carport.
Verified traveler
A nice quiet place to take a few days break. Close to Cradle Mountain etc. and great bush walks and adventures.
Verified traveler
It was very light on form kitchen utensil only one spoon and poorly equipped with other utensils . The road in was very rough. It’s position was excellent with a great view it was warm and comfortable,
Verified traveler
Nice location, quite a pretty little chalet and well appointed. Wildlife at your door.
The bed is getting a bit tired and some extra cleaning behind curtains and in corners but on the whole a lovely place to spend a couple of days.
The bed is getting a bit tired and some extra cleaning behind curtains and in corners but on the whole a lovely place to spend a couple of days.
Kacey
Would recommend!!!
We loved our stay! Cute place, beautiful bathroom. All amenities that you need. Self check in and check out. Great pub across the road and close enough to cradle mountains sightseeing.
Verified traveler
Rustic charm . Needs a bit of a renovation but still is comfortable and suits the beautiful setting. Gorgeous views over bushland and mountains in the distance. Beautiful birdsong and wildlife abound. I thought it wouldn’t be warm enough but with heaters on it was lovely. Really enjoyed our stay. Met one of the owners who was very nice and left extra kindling on doorstep one evening which was very thoughtful.
Verified traveler
Convenient and comfortable accommodation for day trips to Cradle Mountain.
Verified traveler
Position was perfect, cosy and comfortable, shower was the best ever
Roger
Cradle Alpine Retreat Review
We enjoyed our stay in the largest place we have stayed since arriving Tassie. It was nice to have a covered place to park our car. The chalet is not luxurious, but very comfortable with everything you need.
Loved that the kitchen had a hot plate in addition to a fridge, etc., since I brought my own coffee and expresso maker. And you can drink the water, so we filled up all of our bottles.
The bed was just like we like it. And we really appreciated having an electric blanket. Because even in summer, it’s cold as the dickens here. But we are from the sunshine state, Florida, USA. Porch is nice, but too cold for us to enjoy. Heater works well, and we loved that. Kitchen has all you need, including a hot plate! We’ve been wanting one since arriving Hobart.
Great location. Not too far from Cradle Mountain. But you are remote and there are few restaurants about. Which means you pay top dollar for horrible food. Like Forest Inn, just across the street. We drove to Sheffield for dinner one night. Gorgeous drive. Sitting here writing this review looking out at trees and nature. Beautiful. Would recommend but bring your own food. And know that you won’t have internet. And maybe not even phone service. OK for us. But not for everyone.
Loved that the kitchen had a hot plate in addition to a fridge, etc., since I brought my own coffee and expresso maker. And you can drink the water, so we filled up all of our bottles.
The bed was just like we like it. And we really appreciated having an electric blanket. Because even in summer, it’s cold as the dickens here. But we are from the sunshine state, Florida, USA. Porch is nice, but too cold for us to enjoy. Heater works well, and we loved that. Kitchen has all you need, including a hot plate! We’ve been wanting one since arriving Hobart.
Great location. Not too far from Cradle Mountain. But you are remote and there are few restaurants about. Which means you pay top dollar for horrible food. Like Forest Inn, just across the street. We drove to Sheffield for dinner one night. Gorgeous drive. Sitting here writing this review looking out at trees and nature. Beautiful. Would recommend but bring your own food. And know that you won’t have internet. And maybe not even phone service. OK for us. But not for everyone.
Verified traveler
We supposed have \"Continental Breakfast for 2\" but in the end we got NOTHING!
And very hard to talk with owner also because with limit phone service and NO WiFi we can't get any help from Expedia!
And very hard to talk with owner also because with limit phone service and NO WiFi we can't get any help from Expedia!
Verified traveler
Scenic location nice and quiet
Had widelife outside which kept us entertained
Chalet was cosy
Had widelife outside which kept us entertained
Chalet was cosy
Verified traveler
i really loved the feeling that your in the middle of the wilderness but only a stones throw from civilisation
Verified traveler
Absolutely loved our cabin \"Wombat\". Home away from home. Is a 20 minute drive from Cradle Mountain. Picturesque retreat. Easy check in check out. Communication with owners via text message but that was no problem as long as you have service. I have Optus and lost service my partner has Telstra and was on line 100%. Only suggestion would be to take a small electric frypan with you as cooking facilities are limited to a microwave only. I suggested this to the owners which was appreciated. We would happily stay here again.
Verified traveler
The room was adequate but looking a bit tired. However, it was clean and had all of the essentials.
Verified traveler
The wood smell of the cabin the comfortable bed food and view were a added bonus from the back deck
Verified traveler
Great location, enjoyed the stay. Very quiet and well appointed unit.
Verified traveler
The staff was friendly and accomodating. Cute cabin, just no wifi connection.
Julian
Close to Cradle Mountain
A pleasant cabin within 30km of Cradle Mountain. We’ll set up with comfortable bed.
Verified traveler
Really nice place about 20 minutes away from cradle mt, good alternative to the lodges down there
Verified traveler
Room is small but not overall clean. Convenient to check in with clean instruction on where to get the key.
Ronald
Lovely peaceful stay.
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Cradle Alpine Retreat
1429 Cradle Mountain Road, Cradle Mountain, Australia
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