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Rathmore is a historic property set on a 92-acre sheep property with platypus and friendly farm animals, close to Hobart in the beautiful Derwent Valley, Mt Field National Park, New Norfolk and offers activities for nature lovers and the adventurous. You will love the elegant heritage rooms with luxury bed and antique furnishings. c1828 Rathmore homestead is perhaps the only convict hewn & convict built homestead where guests may stay with Hosted Accommodation. There is a spacious sitting room, a gourmet kitchen, fireplaces and a picturesque garden. Rathmore House is ideal for couples, corporate getaways, families and groups. The revived Shearers Quarters where four bedrooms each have an ensuite or bathroom and communal messroom and Rathmore Cottage offers budget chic or elegant heritage accommodation for a beautiful authentic farm stay experience. Up to 24 guests can be accommodated and it is an ideal venue for family and friend gatherings, retreats, seminars, workshops, significant celebrations and weddings.

28 gates is a little piece of boutique accommodation in Tasmania's beautiful Derwent Valley. Just a one hour drive North West of Hobart, it is located on historic "Bloomfield", a sixth-generation, family-owned grazing and cropping property dating back to 1862. The quality accommodation over two floors, sleeps up to six people, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas, a fully appointed European kitchen and laundry. Two bedrooms lead onto the balcony. Complimentary still or sparkling wine, farm tour, handmade treats and full breakfast provisions on arrival. Meals can be purchased too or you can book one of our fabulous chefs to cook up a five course meal, matched with wines. 28 gates is surrounded by 5000 acres which include four lakes stocked with Wild Brown, Rainbow and Tiger Trout . A guide can be organised by request. There are plenty of walking tracks and at least 80 species of birds have been identified. See native animals in their natural habitat. Feed the beautiful pets. 28 gates is a 30 minute drive from New Norfolk. Also, close by are Salmon Ponds, Agrarian Kitchen, The Wall, Mt Field National Park, three golf courses, kayaking and many more attractions. Rates vary according to the time of year and length of stay.

Curringa Farm, Agritourism Farmstay, offers fully self-contained farmstay cottages near Hamilton, a one-hour drive from Hobart in central Tasmania. Curringa Farm is a family farming property. These 9 beautiful cottages are tucked away in peaceful seclusion, overlooking picturesque Lake Meadowbank. Set in natural bushland they are an ideal place for swimming, boating, trout fishing, or lazing in the sun. Spa or freestanding baths, single or duo showers or gas barbecues and large decks to take in the views. Three deluxe two-bedroom, two-bathroom houses with huge living room and complete dishwasher kitchen. 4 romantic studios built for two and the original two-bedroom Over the Back sleeps five with cosy wood fire heating. Year round licensed fishing for salmon or trout. Explore the property to see sheep, poppies, cabbages and conservation areas. Lambs are born September to October. Farm tours and shearing demonstrations available. Enjoy our hearty country breakfast provisions before exploring nearby Rivers Run touring route region. Close to Mt Field National Park and Russell Falls. Use Curringa Farm as a base for day trips throughout central and southern Tasmania. An ideal stopover between Strahan and Hobart. Agritourism with excellence.