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Cottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue Tier

Cottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue TierCottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue TierCottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue Tier

Weldborough, NE Tasmania.  Mystical, ancient fairy-tale rainforests, history, spectacular Blue Derby MTB trails, sapphires

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Cottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue Tier

Cottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue TierCottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue TierCottage accommodation amidst the forest, Blue Derby MTB trails & Blue Tier

Weldborough, NE Tasmania.  Mystical, ancient fairy-tale rainforests, history, spectacular Blue Derby MTB trails, sapphires

BOOK NOW

The Whimsy, a wonderful adventure waiting to be discovered!!

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Whatever your whimsy- adventure, exploring, relaxation, waterfalls, wilderness, mountain biking, hiking, fossicking or just snuggling up by the fire


The Whimsy! A 1900 miners cottage on the edge of the rainforest under the Blue Tier. Ready to welcome you to create memories that will remain with you long after your stay.

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    Located at Weldborough, Northeast Tasmania.  

    The cottage has 3 bedrooms, a main with a queen bed and 2 bedrooms with 2 king singles in each.  

    We are licensed for a maximum of 6 guests. 

    Secure bike store

    Amenities

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    Amenities

    Fire pit, fireplaces, outdoor seating, laundry, kitchen, BBQ, secure bike store with power, library, 

    5 minutes stroll to the Weldborough Hotel which is also serviced by a number of local shuttle providers to take you to the Blue Derby MTB trails.

    Note- no TV reception or NBN at property.  Only Telstra mobile reception at Weldborough (inclu

    Fire pit, fireplaces, outdoor seating, laundry, kitchen, BBQ, secure bike store with power, library, 

    5 minutes stroll to the Weldborough Hotel which is also serviced by a number of local shuttle providers to take you to the Blue Derby MTB trails.

    Note- no TV reception or NBN at property.  Only Telstra mobile reception at Weldborough (including The Whimsy) and reception can be patchy around this area of NE Tasmania.

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    Select the booking link to view our rates. 

     

    No additional cleaning or linen fees. 


    The Whimsy is a Blue Derby endorsed provider.  With the commission from bookings used to support the maintenance of the local Blue Derby MTB trails

    Location, supplies and local dining

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    Location

    The Whimsy cottage at Weldborough, NE Tasmania is less than two hours drive from Launceston Airport and four hours from Hobart. If you are sailing in on the Spirit of Tasmania, the drive is three hours from Devonport.  


    Weldborough is located on the Tasman Highway and nearby towns include Bridport 1 hr, Scottsdale 45 mins, Branxholm 25 mins, Derby 20 mins, Pyengana 25 mins, Legerwood 30 mins, Bay of Fires 1 hr, St Helens 45 mins


    Supplies

    In this area of Northeast Tasmania there are supermarkets in Branxholm, St Helens and Scottsdale and bakeries in St Helens and Scottsdale.

    The East Coast Village Providore in St Helens has local meats, meals, salads, fruit and veg, seafood, sweets, beer, ciders, wine.

    The Derby Pitstop includes a café as well as some general stores.

    Derby Post Office and Lolly Bar stock supplies such as milk and a large range of lollies stored in glass lolly jars to mix and match

    The Pyengana Diary Farm Gate Café has a great range of cheeses and other dairy, gourmet foods, local products, wines, beers, spirits. 

    Little Rivers Brewing Company is a boutique craft brewery in Scottsdale that has a range of beers including a trails range with 23 stitches, Smash, Detonate and Kuma Gutza.  Also spirits including Gin. 

    Bridport Distilling Co. is a boutique distillery located at Bridport. 

    Darby-Norris Distillery produces Gin and Vodka in Scottsdale


    Eating Out

    WELDBOROUGH
    We are fortunate to have the historic Weldborough Hotel just a 5 minute stroll away. Open for lunch and dinner (check days/times with the Hotel). Serving Tassie craft beers, ciders and pub food. 


    PYENGANA
    Pyengana Dairy Company farm and Holy Cow Café breakfast, lunch, morning/afternoon tea. Award-winning cheeses, local gourmet products. Try the ploughman’s platter and also the scones and watch the happy cows wander in for milking

    The Pub In The Paddock one of Tasmania’s oldest pubs (1880).  Located on St Columbus falls Road. Priscilla is the resident pig.


    DERBY
    The Hub wood fire pizza and gelato

    Two Doors Down Cafe breakfast and lunch

    Main Street Lounge Bar & Cafe snacks and dining

    Lot 40 café, bar, brewery, and distillery

    Dorset Hotel pub grub


    BRANXHOLM

    Tin Timbers Cafe, Art Gallery & Information Centre. 

    Imperial Hotel pub grub

    Tuscan Fox Pizzeria woodfired pizza


    As many local businesses in this area of Northeast Tasmania have seasonal hours best to check opening times to avoid disappointment.

    This is only a sample of some of those close to our Weldborough accommodation with many more pubs and dining venues in the area including many options in St Helens and Scottsdale

    Hampers and grazing boxes

      

    Tasmania is a place where unexpected moments become the most precious memories. It is the perfect place to indulge, to spoil, to relax, and to surprise those you love or love to be with. 


    So here is another excuse to relax and for a gorgeous feast to come to you at the Whimsy. Pop-Up Picnic Tasmania is a local small business who will look after you with delicious grazing boxes – and whatever your desires, they can create an East Coast food experience like no other.


    Click on the logo link for more information and if you book before you arrive, they can deliver to you at our Weldborough accommodation.

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    If you have a booking enquiry or would like further information about The Whimsy or our local area, please ask :-)


    We look forward to hearing from you.

    The Whimsy

    20 Mount Paris Dam Road, Weldborough Tasmania 7264, Australia

    mel@thewhimsy.com.au

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    We acknowledge the traditional owners of country the Pyemmairrener people of NE Tasmania/Lutruwita and recognise their continuing connection. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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    Terms and Conditions

    By booking to stay at The Whimsy you have agreed to the following terms and conditions:


    If you need to cancel we need at least 7 days notice and will refund your fee less an administration fee.


    Booking period- The minimum set stay is 2 nights, or 1 night if booking mid-week (online bookings). Please email if you wish to enquire about a 1 night stay at any other time;


    Number of Guests- We are licensed for a maximum of 6. Rates start from $300 per night for two people, plus $50 per extra guest per night;


    Check in/out- The Whimsy is available from 2pm on the first day of booking and must be vacated by 10am on the morning after the last night of the booking;


    You are responsible for damage, breakages*, theft and loss relating to the Property and any part of it during your stay. You must notify us of this immediately. Management may recover from you repair or replacement cost (at Managements discretion).

    You agree that if Management should determine there to be evidence of loss/damage/breakage* or the property is left in an unreasonably unclean state following check-out then Management has the right to recover from you the repair, additional cleaning or replacement cost.

    It is the Guest’s responsibility to advise the Owner of any pre-existing damage/breakage/loss at the commencement of the stay.

    *Broken Items — Please leave whatever it may be out so we can replace it and never stress about small breakages like a broken cup or plate as life happens. Alternately, any damage that is malicious or thefts will be reported to the police.


    The loss of a key will require a complete replacement of several door barrels and keys. You will be charged with the cost of this, should this be required.


    No Pets- There are no pets at The Whimsy, please. Evidence of pets will incur an extra cleaning fee that may be expensive. 


    Please note that any children in your party remain under your care and must be supervised at all times.


    No smoking is permitted in the property.


    No Additional Service Fees- All rates include linen and cleaning and there are no additional service fees.


    Parties and Events – By prior arrangement only and noting council permission and permits are required for many events nowadays. Although if you want to turn the music up there are no immediate neighbors so go ahead and enjoy! 


    Commercial Use - Please note any use of the property for filming or sourcing images for commercial use or publication will only be permitted to occur if approved in advance of the booking by the owner in writing and will usually incur a further fee.


    We recommend all guests purchase travel insurance noting Management are not responsible for any injuries, illness or accidents that may occur whilst staying at our property.

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