Day on the Duck

The far north-west of Tasmania means rich dairying country, towering rainforest, majestic rivers and the island's best surfing beach. The Bridge is on the banks of the Duck River (lovely views) but only a step from the centre of Smithton. You'll have the comfort and convenience you need to put all your energy into enjoying the wild and the wonderful. You can cruise the Arthur River, wonder at ancient Aboriginal sites at Mount Cameron West, get a feel for colonial history at Highfield House, drink in the earth's freshest air at Woolnorth. Surfers must catch the waves at Marrawah. Don't forget to visit the fascinating Dismal Swamp after which you can return for a friendly meal at the Bridge Hotel to replenish your energy and prepare you for another great day.

A beautifully restored Californian bungalow home, fully self-contained with complete kitchen and laundry facilities. Grace's Spa Cottage has a cosy open wood fire, a luxurious two-person spa, air conditioning, and three bedrooms (two with ensuites). The third bedroom has a double and one single bed (note: even if you book only as one couple, you with have the whole house to yourselves). New granite bench top in the kitchen, TV, DVD, barbeque, full linen, and towels provided. There is a playground and a very private backyard, a huge living area with french doors opening out onto a north-facing sunny, sheltered verandah. Grace's Spa Cottage has five beds and can sleep a maximum of 8 people.

Arguably one of the best positioned self contained cottages in the state! A very secluded single cottage nestled amongst 5.5 acres of Tassie bush only 150 m from the waters edge. Featuring a huge north facing outdoor living area with commanding 180 degree views out over Duck Bay, Bass Strait, Perkins, Robbins and Three Hummock Islands. The cottage is a replica Federation home, with homely log fires, polished timber floors and ceilings and tastefully furnished with antique furniture. It is fully self contained, complete with kitchen and laundry facilities and has two bedrooms - one with ensuite complete with a separate shower Cast iron bath and polished tassie myrtle floors. Tasmanian oak ceilings feature throughout. There are two wood fires, one in the lounge room and another out through the French doors on the expansive verandah facing a large oval two person spas. The cottage has 4 beds and can sleep a maximum 5 people.