Bowhill Grange - Elizabeth’s Cottage

Entire cottage in Oatlands, Australia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Ruth & Peter
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

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Exceptional check-in experience

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Comfy bed for better sleep

The black-out blinds and extra bedding are loved by guests.
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An unexpected and tranquil oasis surrounded by hundreds of acres of prime merino pastures, Bowhill Grange is a collection of 1854 National Trust listed farm buildings.
Elizabeth’s Cottage combines wonderful original features with thoughtfully sourced furnishings. A full length verandah is the perfect spot for sundowners or soaking in the views.
Midway between Launceston and Hobart and a great base to explore Tassie.

The space
A unique heritage experience staying in a 170 year old sandstone farm cottage, situated on two and half acres of park-like grounds and surrounded by hundreds of acres of merino pasture land.


Bowhill Grange is only 5 mins easy drive from the historic village of Oatlands with Australia’s largest collection of Georgian sandstone buildings and an interesting collection of contemporary galleries, wonderful antique shops, a magnificent distillery and restaurant beneath the windmill, boutiques and cafes.

Alternatively you can curl up on the feather filled sofa in front of the roaring fire in winter or enjoy the sunset on the balcony and soak up true country peace and tranquility.


On arrival you will find breakfast provisions including free range eggs, milk, bread etc., in your cottage.

Our platters have proved to be very popular and many of our guests find it convenient to stay in and have dinner delivered to the door. Just ask for details when booking.

Bowhill Grange has two cottages, both private from each other and perfect if you require more space for a larger group of family or friends. (See the listing for Bowhill Grange - Shepherd’s Rest)

If our cottages look familiar it might be because you have seen them in the movie Ancestry Road. It was filmed extensively in and around Bowhill Grange.

Guest access
Guests are free to enjoy the grounds of Bowhill Grange.

Other things to note
Unfortunately the cottage is not suited to children under the age of 12. As it is a heritage listed cottage there are features that mean that it is not child friendly ( one example is the steep stairs either end that are accessible and dangerous for toddlers)

Internet works very well for recreational use but may not be so suitable for important zoom meetings etc.,

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

Mountain view
Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 198 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Oatlands, Tasmania, Australia
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Neighbourhood highlights

Whilst only 5 minutes from the fascinating little village of Oatlands you can feel a million miles from anywhere in our pretty little valley.

Meet your host

Superhost
410 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Speaks English
Lives in Oatlands, Australia
We are your hosts - Peter and Ruth and are very proud to have been selected as Finalists in the 2025 Australian Airbnb Host of the Year Awards. After a career of working in International hotels we are now enjoying hosting guests at the beautiful Bowhill Grange in the heart of the Southern Midlands Tasmania. We are sure you will love this area as much as we do.

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Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Checkout before 10:00 am
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants