Located on Hawley Beach, Hawley House offers rooms with a shared or private balcony and lovely ocean or garden views. Set on 150 hectares of native bushland, the house is surrounded by landscaped water gardens. The property has free WiFi and a free continental breakfast is served daily. Built in 1878, Hawley House Hawley Beach is a 20-minute drive from the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal, Narawntapu National Park and Devonport Airport. Cradle Mountain is an 80-minute drive away. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are standard in all rooms. Each heated room has a work desk, a mini-bar and an electric kettle. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and guest toiletries. Guests can explore the Tamar Valley wine route or visit Cradle Mountain. The hotel also offers a cozy guest lounge and a variety of scenic walks. Free parking is available on site. Dinner is available at Hawley House upon request, featuring fresh regional and seasonal produce, accompanied by a well-stocked wine cellar. A cooked breakfast can be ordered at an additional charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 4:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Denis
    Australia Australia
    The property is a historical gem and could be explored for hours! The property may not be up to its original beauty but the house still holds an incredible charm. The accommodations were excellent and the house is spectacular! Breakfast was simple...
  • Kenneth
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved it! Such a gorgeous setting with wildlife abound. Great hosts! Lovely breakfast and very impressive dinner! I felt like I was dining at a Michelin rated French restaurant! And across the road is a quiet and beautiful beach. Couldn’t be better!
  • William
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful old house with great charm. Fantastic location and views. Dinner was excellent . A lovely stay.

Managed by Hawley House

Company review score: 9.2Based on 370 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The 'family' here includes many animals, Ratty the cat, dogs Shadow, Juniper Berry, Rogue, Zorro and Griffin, four horses, 6 turkeys, 2 ferrets and 3 peacocks, all of whom would be happy to introduce themselves to you. We are a pet friendly hotel. Important - please note if you would like to bring your pet with you, kindly contact us first to ensure that availability is suitable on the day you would like to book. Only certain rooms are pet friendly - generally the Spa or Disability access rooms.

Property info

Our property is family owned and operated. The house is 140 years old and has been in our family for over 70 years, it is authentic heritage in a spectacular setting, what we like to consider quintessential Tasmania, not stuffy luxury, but relaxing and welcoming! We serve great food sourced from local suppliers and our own vegetable garden (by prior arrangement) Important - please note if you would like to bring your pet with you, kindly contact us first to ensure that availability is suitable on the day you would like to book. Only certain rooms are pet friendly - generally the Spa or Disability access rooms.

Neighborhood info

Centrally located to all of northern Tasmania's attractions within an easy days outing - Stanley, Narawntapu, Cradle Mountain, Cataract Gorge, Tamar Valley.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Australian • Local
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Hawley House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Open-air bath
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Hawley House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash Hawley House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hawley House in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with American Express credit cards.

Please inform Hawley House in advance if you wish to have dinner at the property during your stay.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hawley House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Hawley House

  • Guests staying at Hawley House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Hawley House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Hawley House is 1.9 miles from the center of Port Sorell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hawley House include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Vacation Home
    • Triple

  • Check-in at Hawley House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Hawley House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hawley House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Open-air bath
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Hawley House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.