About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Platypus Waters B&B in Smithton offers a 3-star adults-only experience with one bedroom and a living room. Each room includes a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and a balcony with garden or river views. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Additional amenities include a private check-in and check-out service, laundry, outdoor seating, picnic area, and barbecue facilities. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast is served with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Fresh juice and fruits are provided each morning, ensuring a pleasant start to the day. Convenient Location: Located 67 km from Burnie Wynyard Airport, the property is situated on a quiet street with scenic views. Highly rated for its breakfast, room comfort, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nathan
    Australia Australia
    The host was lovely and very welcoming. The self-contained unit had everything you need plus more, they supplied food, drinks and condiments. The little stream out the back was great to sit and relax and unwind. I would stay there again if I'm in...
  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    A magical experience from the outlook (Aussie bush with a river running through it), superb modern kitchen, spacious bathroom with heated towel rack, comfy bed. Beautifully and tastefully furnished and a more than adequate breakfast. Could not...
  • Maureen
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was very good .. plenty of choice of cereal and lovely fresh berries, yogurt, fruit juice, fresh coffee and more.
  • Angela
    Australia Australia
    We loved everything about our 2 night stay at Platypus Waters. The level of comfort, cleanliness, and attention to detail were the best we have experienced in our travels. We especially loved the privacy and beautiful outlook to the river. The...
  • Steve
    Australia Australia
    Home from home. Great facilities and local knowledge. Platypus came out to play, got dome good videos.Port on arrival was a great touch.
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    Fully stocked fridge and cupboards with all the basics and enough to make a good breakfast. Bread milk butter cereal jam yogurt fruit toaster etc. Chromecast on TV and electric Jason recliners. View over river and close to town and best place to eat
  • Veena
    Australia Australia
    Perfect location to explore Smithton & Stanley. Host Laura was super friendly & even provided us with a lovely surprise of cold bubbles as we were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary. Our little dog Evie was made welcome so that gets our vote...
  • Liz
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful apartment in tranquil location overlooking duck river, the perfect escape and ideal stop for your Tarkine adventure
  • Fraser
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic view of the river from the balcony. The B&B itself was spacious and fully equipped. Best of all it is pet friedly and so we could bring our little dog along.
  • Kibblewhite
    Australia Australia
    Excellent provisions in the kitchen. Cereals, toast etc all included. Good TV and bedding.

Managed by Platypus Waters

Company review score: 9.6Based on 63 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Laura and Mark also own Woolnorth Tours, No. 1 attraction in the region, as well as Platypus Waters B&B. The property is located centrally to all the beauty of Circular Head deep in the Tarkine.

Property information

Stay with us for a peaceful luxurious break. Enjoy continental breakfast, included in your room rate, featuring local Tasmanian produce. Indulge in local delicacies at the many restaurants and cafes, explore the Tarkine, Breathe the Cleanest Air in the World and Become a Little Bit Tasmanian.

Neighbourhood information

Located in Smithton, in far northwest Tasmania. Perched on the edge of the Duck River with native wildlife at your door, enjoy the sound of the river as you relax on the private deck. Free wifi now available.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Platypus Waters B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • River view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Free WiFi 5 Mbps. Suitable for browsing the internet and sending and receiving emails and messages. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Adults only
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Platypus Waters B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Platypus Waters B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

FAQs about Platypus Waters B&B