Tasmanian Autumn Festival

Explorers Lodge is a graceful New England style property at New Norfolk, in the picturesque Derwent Valley of Southern Tasmania. Our four guest rooms accommodate up to two guests, have a private internal bathroom and feature a fridge, facilities for making hot beverages, large digital television with complimentary media streaming and plush comfortable beds with quality linens. A self-contained apartment accommodates up to four guests and comes with a fully equipped kitchen, separate living area, large televisions with complimentary media streaming and a choice of bedding configuration. The Hamptons inspired living areas furnished with comfortable plush sofas are the place to unwind with a good book or glass of wine. You'll be prepared for the day ahead with our highly regarded cooked and continental breakfast. Tranquil, landscaped gardens are a peaceful haven of tall trees and flowering delights for all guests to enjoy. Five minutes away in New Norfolk are antique shops, a local market every Saturday, historic Willow Court, Agrarian Kitchen eatery/cooking school and the River Derwent. Conveniently located nearby is Hobart(35 min), Richmond(25 min), Mona(25 min), Mt Field(35 min). Day trips are easily achievable within 1-2hrs to Maria Island, Port Arthur, Lake Pedder, Lake St Clair, Bruny Island and Huon Valley.

Located just 36 km north-west of Hobart, the New Norfolk Caravan Park is situated on the banks of the beautiful River Derwent and makes an ideal base for exploring Southern Tasmania. The park has 58 powered sites; eight are drive-through sites, and the others are suited for motorhomes and small caravans. There are also two cabins and one onsite caravans. There are also 18 unpowered site spaces in the park, all of which are grass with plenty of trees to provide shade. There is a barbeque, camp kitchen and full laundry facilities. The cabins have television, electric blankets, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Town of New Norfolk was settled in 1808 and spreads over both sides of the Derwent River with the main shopping district a five minute walk from the Caravan Park. The town is home to many antique stores as well as the oldest continuously licensed hotel in Australia - The Bush Inn. From the New Norfolk Caravan Park, there is a popular walking track that follows the River Derwent through the wetlands and to Tynwald Park where you can see wildlife such as wild ducks and platypus. The river itself is a great fishing spot.

The Junction is a clean, value for money motel in New Norfolk, Tasmania. The motel is situated at the gateway to the west coast and wilderness national parks - Mount Field, Styx Valley, and Lake Pedder. The Junction is just 30 30-minute drive from Tasmania's capital, Hobart, and only 15 minutes from the renowned Museum on New and Old Art (MONA) and the Agrarian Kitchen Cooking School at Lachlan or the Fabulous Agrarian Kitchen Eatery only a ten-minute walk away. The Junction Motel staff pride themselves on exceptional service and clean, fresh rooms with "Mattress Kleen" Asthma and allergy friendly mattresses. Accommodation ranges from single to families of four. The Junction features 28 rooms all with ensuites in double, twin, queen and some family configurations. Junction Motel offers a fabulous Breakfast daily. The Junction can also cater for events, whether it is a boutique picnic or a big party. Enjoy the history, fine food and wine that the Derwent Valley offers, with The Junction as your base.