Captain's Rest, Tasmania's Most Sought-After Stay

Entire cabin in Strahan, Australia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Sarah
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 10% of homes

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Self check-in

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Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.
There are stays that fill time and stays that change time—Captain's Rest belongs firmly in the second category.

This historic fisherman's cabin sits cozily in the Lettes Bay Shack Village, meters from Macquarie Harbour. Framed by climbing roses and wisteria, here, time moves to the rhythm of tides while dolphin pods surface just beyond windows designed for watching the world unfold at its own perfect pace.

The space
A heritage waterfront cottage on Tasmania’s wild west coast, Captain’s Rest is a place where magic truly lives. Morning light pours through enormous antique windows, the water stays glass-still, and the only soundtrack is little birds singing at the edge of the jetty.

Here, warmth comes in layers. The Nectre wood-burning stove anchors the cottage with endless comfort, turning even Tasmania’s coldest winter into a sanctuary. Unlimited local firewood keeps the ritual alive, while reverse-cycle heating and cooling ensure effortless climate control.

The deep soaking bath is positioned perfectly to capture the water views. With endless hot water, your daily ritual becomes restoration. A seasonally curated library offers companions for slow mornings, while Starlink keeps those who need to work gently connected.

The compact kitchen is small but meticulously equipped for cooking with Tasmania’s incredible produce or recreating family favourites. Every detail is considered.

🦆 What you’ll enjoy

- Waterfront heritage cottage
- Direct access to the water, just steps away
- Dedicated workspace
- Unlimited Starlink internet
- Nectre wood-burning stove
- Unlimited local firewood
- Reverse-cycle heating & cooling
- Deep soaking bath with water views
- Marshall Bluetooth speaker
- Outdoor sun loungers
- Boat slip if required
- Free off-street parking
- Easy self check-in

🦆 A story-filled place

Named Australia’s Most Special Stay by Escape Magazine and featured in British Vogue, Condé Nast Traveler, Living Etc UK, and Milk Decoration France, Captain’s Rest offers more than accommodation — it offers a journey.

Guests come here to write, to rest, or simply to breathe. They leave gently transformed. This cottage has sheltered stories for generations and is ready to shelter yours.

Guest access
Captain's Rest is all yours, and the space around it is shared by fellow shack owners. Usually, the area around the cabin is quiet, and sometimes it's a hive of fishing, photography, boat building and community. Whichever the season, your privacy is always ensured.

We are proudly an inclusive stay and ​everyone is welcome here in this safe ​and restorative space.

Other things to note
Please kindly note, that Captains Rest is not suitable for children or pets due to the delicate nature of its furnishings, and the hazards of the water and aging jetties out front. We also only have a step-in bath — so this listing might not suit those who prefer to shower or have mobility issues.

We stock a basic pantry that includes: Ground Coffee Beans, Milk, Black and Herbal Teas, Salt, Pepper & Olive Oil with plunger or drip coffee-making options.

For any location shoots or events such as elopements, kindly touch base with our team to discuss your plans and we will arrange a beautiful package, tailored to you.

West Coast Council Permit Id: DA 2019 / 00042

Registration details
Exempt: This listing falls under Section 12 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Bay view
Garden view
Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 868 reviews.

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This home is in the top 10% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
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Neighbourhood highlights

We are all about soaking it up. Walk in the forest next to Captains Rest, swim in the water, fires on the beach and long nights reading in front of the fire. Watch the night stars reflect on the water, and listen on the bird songs upon awakening.

Lettes Bay Historical village itself is a hive of wild west coast activity in summer, and almost abandoned in winter. We love both equally.

Meet your host

Superhost
868 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: The Hosting Masterclass
I'm a stylist, scientist, teacher and author who lives in Southern Tasmania but am often on the move! I love AirBnb, meeting all the lovely hosts, and enjoying the spaces that mean so much to them. I'm always happy to share a drink and connect — the world is an amazing place, and amazing people are around every corner. I really look forward to returning the hospitality if you're ever in my part of the world!

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Co-Hosts

  • Lisa

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 pm
Checkout before 11:00 am
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water