Light up the West

Artists from all over Tasmania have been invited to respond to the theme of 'Light House'. The exhibition will be opened on the Strahan Solstice weekend and will be open to public until the 31st of July. This formal opening will be an exclusive, ticketed only event. Tickets will be limited. Attendees will be greeted at the door and offered a glass of Tasmania wine or beer, along with nibbles of local produce.

Delight in an evening of culinary indulgence as Strahan Village presents a five-course wine dinner at View 42˚ Restaurant and Bar. Enjoy a carefully curated menu that showcases produce from local growers and producers, paired perfectly with the finest of Tasmanian wines. Sample the delightful flavours from around the region as you clink glasses, share tasting notes and enjoy the company of fellow food and wine lovers. Both guests staying at Strahan Village and those who are visiting are invited to join us for this exclusive winter event. Includes: Five course dinner with matched wines Price: $120pp

Enjoy a night of live entertainment, drink specials and bar snacks at Hamer's Bar. Put on your dancing shoes and sing along to the tunes of local musicians Craig and Shannon Youd at this winter wonderland-themed event. Be sure to enter the lucky door competition to be in the running to win some fantastic prizes. Details below: Free entry Open from 2 pm with live music commencing at 8 pm Drinks specials and cocktails available Lucky door prizes to be won

Celebrate the magic of the winter solstice with a cosy and vibrant market on the Strahan esplanade that showcases the work of local artisans and producers. Wander through stalls filled with handcrafted goods, unique artwork, delicious homemade treats, fresh local produce, and beautifully crafted gifts. Soak up the festive atmosphere, warm up with a coffee from The Kitchen Café or a mug of mulled wine from Hamer's Bar, and enjoy the welcoming spirit of the community. The Winter Solstice Market is the perfect place to embrace the season and a delightful way to mark the shortest day of the year.

Leave the darkness at home and dance into the longer days that Solstice brings with World Heritage Cruises on board Harbour Master II. Enjoy a large tasting table, a drink on arrival, and fabulous entertainment by a father daughter duo. Dress to impress!

Apart of the "Light up the West" annual event, Colours of Queenstown will come alive this winter! Featuring a free light show event "Beyond the Forest" a stunning projected visual and auditory display on the iconic Paragon Theatre. Blending the raw beauty of the West Coast with the warmth of its people, the festival offers a bright and welcoming escape during the darkest days of winter. Join the West Coast Wilderness Railway's long table dinner, live music and more... Colours of Queenstown, celebrates the magic of Tasmania's West Coast, inviting all to illuminate their winter and ignite their inner light this year.

A part of the Light up the West annual event, the Strahan Solstice will come alive this winter! A celebration of the winter solstice and beyond. Featuring a free light show event "Port to Post" a stunning projected visual and auditory display on iconic buildings in the Strahan Post Office. Blending the raw beauty of the West Coast with the warmth of its people, the festival offers a bright and welcoming escape during the darkest days of winter. Long Table dinners, live music, twilight markets, winter solstice swims and more... The Strahan Solstice, celebrates the magic of Tasmania's West Coast, inviting all to illuminate their winter and ignite their inner light this year.

Lettes Bay is a sleepy cove, overlooking the rainforest of Mt Sorell and part of the Macquarie Harbour. Salt Box Hideaways rest's peacefully on the waters edge with a handful of unique, heritage-listed shacks steeped in history and family memories. Designed for couples and solo travelers seeking to relax, indulge and unwind, you will find everything you need at your fingertips including a fully-stocked larder of fresh Tasmanian and mainland goodies such as sourdough bread, crackers, cereals, quality hot and cold condiments, milk, juice and local wines and port, all included in your stay. Your personal fire pot and star gazing pad are ready for you to enjoy, preferably with a bottle of local Tasmanian wine from your larder of course! So come relax, indulge and unwind with us at Salt Box Hideaway.

Welcome to Rosy Summers, our newly restored and unique miner’s shack in Lettes Bay. Set back from the water and tucked cosily amongst other shacks, Rosy is a surprising interpretation of a traditional miner’s shack. From its pink-painted exterior you enter into an expansive sanctuary. Spend your days admiring the glimpses of the bay, sitting by the fire, making a delicious meal or lazing on the large linen sofa. It truly is a sensual space of calm, peace and serenity.

Captains Rest is our special spot for two. Our bed looks out the antique windows to the old jetty and the still water — has a deep bath with unlimited hot water. She's cosy with everything we need to luxuriate, and the nectar wood stove keeps us cosy. As featured in publications around the world, including Country Style, Real Living, Home Beautiful, Good Weekend Magazine, Living ETC UK, Design Sponge, Conde Nast Traveller and Milk Decoration. Captains Rest is all yours, and the space around it is shared by all our fellow shack owners. Sometimes the area around our shack is quiet, sometimes it's a hive of fishing, photography, boat building and community. Other things that are important to note, Captains Rest is not suitable for children or pets due to the delicate nature of its furnishings, and the hazards of the water out front. We also only have a step in the bath — so this property might not suit those who prefer to shower or have mobility issues. You can follow both our guests and our personal stays on our Instagram @captainsrest