Gatekeepers Lodge - A Historic Hobart Experience

Entire cottage in Lenah Valley, Australia

  1. 5 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Hosted by Daniel
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the smart lock.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Valley and garden views

Soak up the views during your stay.
Gatekeeper’s Lodge is your escape to a simpler time. A place of iconic Tasmanian history where the plastered walls tell stories of days gone by. Be pampered in the luxe walk-in shower big enough for 2 or keep the clawfoot bath all to yourself. Chase the dappled light around the beautifully styled yet humble interior or watch the sunset over the sprawling cottage gardens.

Welcome to the smell of fresh stoneground sourdough and locally sourced breakfast provisions.

Find us @gatekeepers_lodge

The space
Originally built in the 1860s, Gatekeepers Lodge is a heritage listed icon in the beautiful Lenah Valley. The lodge has been lovingly restored and styled to create a luxurious and spacious interior brimming with character. Boasting all the conveniences you could want and nothing you dont.

Our 3 bedrooms are adorned with lavish buttery soft French linens - a dream to sleep in all year round. The Master is a spacious queen room with large antique windows. A further queen room and king single room are found perched beautifully under our 19th century dorma windows. Please advise us your bedding requirements upon booking so we can cater to your needs.

If you love to cook, or simply enjoy swooning over your other half while they whip up your next meal, we have a fully equipped country kitchen with everything you need to make the most of Tasmania’s incredible produce. Explore our library full of cookbooks to get you inspired. We stock all the pantry staples, a variety of teas, sugar, salt, pepper, olive oil plus some treats. Your morning coffee is sorted in all the ways your heart could desire, with locally roasted coffee beans, an espresso maker and grinder on hand.

There are numerous spaces to put your feet up and read or simply watch the world go by. Along with a space for those who need to keep the world turning, thats if you can get any work done with hobart at your disposal.

The gardens at the lodge are something truly special, sprawling and spacious. Architecturally designed by the incredibly talented Tim Pilgrim (TP Gardens) our garden offers something unique to Hobart, with multiple spaces to enjoy, including a fire pit area, secret garden and naturalistic planting.

The lodge will keep you warm with a cosy wood fireplace and central hydronic heating (environmentally friendly and efficient). Firewood is provided, and in the cooler months feel free to contact your hosts to light the fire for your arrival.

Gatekeepers lodge is your place to drop your luggage, lock the gate and snuggle up by the fire. Unwind and enjoy all that hobart has to offer.

Guest access
A booking for two people is typically viewed as a couple booking a single room. For 2 people requiring 2 rooms, a one off fee of $75 is payable.

Please let us know your bedroom requirements upon booking so we can ensure the Lodge is setup to accomodate you and make your stay as comfortable as possible. Bedrooms that have not been booked may be locked if not communicated clearly and extra guests over the approved number may be charged a fee.

Access into the lodge is simple, we have a digital lock on the front door and will automatically provide you with a code before your arrival.

Park your car in our driveway, it comfortably fits one vehicle and street parking is also free!

Other things to note
We provide a seasonal assortment of delicious Tassie breakfast provisions for you and your fellow travellers. Sourdough, farm fresh eggs, local butter, fruit and jams are an example.

We also offer personalised day drive itineraries and hampers brimming with delicious home made and locally sourced treats. Anniversary? proposing? let us know if its a special occasion and we can curate something special for your stay.

We have beautiful botanicals and seasonal floral arrangements throughout the property. If your stay is a little longer, feel free to change the water in the living arrangements to keep them looking fantastic, or you can let us know if you would like a mid-stay turnover for fresh towels/linens.

Access to the bedrooms and bathroom is via an antique stair case so may not suit those with mobility issues.

Registration details
PLN22315

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Garden view
Valley view
Kitchen
Fast Wi-Fi: 92 Mbps
Dedicated workspace

5 nights in Lenah Valley

4 Aug 2024 - 9 Aug 2024

Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 163 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 2% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 1% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 1% of reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Lenah Valley, Tasmania, Australia
This listing’s location is verified and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

Lenah Valley is situated in the foothills of Mount Wellington, just north of Hobart CBD, walking distance to the culinary delights of north hobart but out of the hustle and bustle where you'll find a more peacefull side of Hobart life . With a bus stop 20 metres from our front door, you can get around town with ease

A beautiful quiet northern suburb, close to all the amenities you could require. Only a short trip into the city, or 10 minutes north to MONA.

Lenah Valley was originally known as Kangaroo Bottom, later Kangaroo Valley and Sassafras Valley.

Meet your host

Superhost
163 reviews
4.93 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: Old Building Enthusiast
My partner Arianne and I moved to Tasmania from the mainland in 2021 in search of the good life. We became the custodians of the heritage Gatekeepers Lodge in 2022. With a love for all things old and unique, we set out to provide an experience. Not just a roof over your heads. We poured our souls into the Lodge to create something special that we can share with you all.

Daniel is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly-rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-Hosts

  • Arianne
  • Warren

Host details

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

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 pm
Checkout before 10:00 am
5 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs