There really wasn't anything we didn't like.

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 Smithton.

Stayed in March 2025

Lovely Perfect location

Stayed in March 2025

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 have asked for more.

Stayed in March 2025

I felt Laura and Alex had gone above and beyond.there was nothing we didn’t like.

The breakfast was very good .. plenty of choice of cereal and lovely fresh berries, yogurt, fruit juice, fresh coffee and more.

Stayed in February 2025

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 new recliner seating was greatly appreciated, as were the generous breakfast provisions. Thank you so much Laura for your welcome and excellent communication regarding our booking. We'll be recommending to family & friends!

Stayed in February 2025

Home from home. Great facilities and local knowledge. Platypus came out to play, got dome good videos.Port on arrival was a great touch.

Stayed in January 2025

No ice cube tray for G&T 😉

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

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing it was perfect.

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 every time. With a very well stocked fridge & pantry you could stay put & just enjoy watching the ducks & platypus in the river at the bottom of the garden.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing!

This was our second stay in Tasmania. The first was excellent and then we arrived at Platypus Waters and found this was excellent also. The bonus might have been to see a Platypus but unfortunately that did not occur. The previous occupants the day before our arrival did see one and filmed it so we were unlucky. The accommodation is well equipped, furnished, provisioned, clean and comfortable with that lovely view over the Duck River. So well recommended and thank you Laura and Mark for offering such a delightful unit.

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing to dislike

Beautiful apartment in tranquil location overlooking duck river, the perfect escape and ideal stop for your Tarkine adventure

Stayed in January 2025

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.

Stayed in December 2024

All good

Excellent provisions in the kitchen. Cereals, toast etc all included. Good TV and bedding.

Stayed in October 2024

Nil

Location, clean, confortable and beautiful view behind with a riverside

Stayed in September 2024

Everything

Stayed in September 2024

I honestly cannot think of a single thing that we did not like. This place was our ideal of a B&B. Full marks to Laura and Mark for thinking of everything.

Some accommodations are adequately outfitted. Some are well equipped. But Platypus Waters was EXCEPTIONALLY well outfitted. Everything a visitor could hope for was provided. If we had known how wonderful it would have been we would have booked for more than just the two nights.

Stayed in June 2024

A wonderful relaxing place to stay.

Stayed in June 2024

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Platypus Waters is A+ in location, hospitality, amenities, actually it was just fantastic all round. Easy to find, close to town and with a beautiful river running right behind the property. There was enough breakfast provisions to last us the 4 days we spent there. On our first night we didn't arrive until after night had set in, Laura had turned on the lights and heating for us so it was as comfy as could be. Loved it all. Thanks Laura.

Stayed in April 2024

It was all good

Everything was wonderful

Stayed in March 2024

Two nights in retrospect was too short and although I had a glimpse of the Platypus, just not quick enough to get the camera out.

Good selection of provisions and wide choices for Continental breakfast. All the utensils and cooking appliances were there if you wished to have a hot meal including BBQ facilities on the outside deck, which overlooked a small stream, inhabited by at least one Platypus. Very spacious accommodation, large lounge/kitchen area, comfortable Queen size bed in a large bedroom. Spacious shower and the vanity cabinet included the most thoughtful and extensive range of equipment, you may need when traveling. This was also one of the few accommodation facilities that included a night light, extremely important in my opinion for safety.

Stayed in March 2024

Easy to find, private and a great location for exploring Stanley and the Tarkine region. Comfortable and well appointed with delicious breakfast provisions. There's also the possibility of seeing a platypus in the creek.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing could be better.

Great range of breakfast options including plunger coffee! Really comfortable bed. Hot water heated quickly for use in kitchen and shower. Smithton proved very interesting and Stanley is always a delight.

Stayed in March 2024

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Great location and completely separate from main house. Good location to see the area

Stayed in February 2024

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The owner Laura greeted us although we arrived in the evening. The accommodation is thoughtfully designed & well fitted out. It is very comfortable and looks onto bushland & a creek with a resident platypus. Lovely tranquil ambience inside & out. There was a small secure lawn for our dog to run around and there was no trouble having him inside. The breakfast was a selection of tasty fruit, bread & cereal. Platypus Waters is ideally located near the excellent tourist office and gateway to the beautiful takayna/Tarkine conservation area.

Stayed in January 2024

Continental breakfast supplied was great

Stayed in February 2024