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Platypus Viewing 2 min Waratah Waterfall Retreat, Free Pay TV In Two rooms WiFi

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Waratah

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Waratah, TAS
  • Place, Waratah Falls
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenworthy's Stamper Mill
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Athenaeum Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬

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About the area

Waratah

In Waratah .Within a 5-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Kenworthy's Stamper Mill and Athenaeum Hall. Waratah Museum and St. James Church are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waratah Falls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kenworthy's Stamper Mill - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Athenaeum Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waratah Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mountain Vista Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Boco Siding Station - 32 min drive
  • Burnie, TAS (BWT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mushroom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BP - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Platypus Viewing 2 min Waratah Waterfall Retreat, Free Pay TV In Two rooms WiFi

Platypus Viewing Platypus Viewing Playform is a very short 2 min walk. Swims around in the lake in the morning & afternoons. Often seen on the otherside of the lake. Central Location to all attractions including the local hotel that serves meals & drinks. The Beautiful Village of Waratah is a MUST SEE! Fantastic base to explore UNESCO World Heritage Tarkine Wilderness & Cradle Mountain . Cozy Warm Unit With All The Comforts Of Home. The Waterfall Viewing Platform Is A Short 2 Min Walk Around The Corner also. Philosophers Falls Is A Short 5 Min Drive And A Further 1 Min Drive Down The Road Is Two Lookout's Overlooking The World Heritage UNESCO Tarkine Wilderness. There Are Local Bush Walk's & Guided Tours, Fully Self Contained Unit. 3min Walk To All Local Vintage Attractions, Post Office & Petrol/ Convenance Store. Good Base To Cradle Mountain. Fully Equipped Kitchen, Washing Machine & Dryer Great For After Bushwalks Or With Travelling Around Tasmania.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 754 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Additional Fees For Full Covid Cleaning

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Platypus Viewing 2 min Waratah Waterfall Retreat, Free Pay TV In Two rooms WiFi Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy stay at Waratah

The property is in a great location, easy access, close to amenities and the pub. Chris was helpful to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Couldn't find the platypus in the lake though!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay the gentleman that we met was very friendly and made us feel welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025