Poised on Australia’s south coast, this isolated island state is a perfect holiday destination for people looking to have fun with nature. Tasmania is popular for its vast wilderness, nature reserves, sprawling parks, and other terrains. One of the major attractions here is the 19th-century Port Arthur, which is a penal settlement turned open-air museum. Also, in its capital, Hobart, you’ll find Salamanca Place’s Georgian warehouses, which contains boutiques and galleries, including the Museum of Old and New Art. In case you want to experience what nature has to offer here, make sure to read our list of the best farm stays in Tasmania, Australia, as your guide.
1. Studio-type hut near Cradle Mountain (from USD 88)
Surrounded by farms and mountains, this studio-type hut has easy access to the attractions of Cradle Mountain, Sheffield, Devenport, and other nearby towns. You’ll also find here lots of farm animals and staples, making your vacation a lot more interesting. As for the accommodation, this studio type hut is perfect for a family of four, two couples, or a group of friends, looking for an affordable place to stay while on vacation. It is complete with one king-sized bed, a single bunk bed, bathroom, kitchen, dining set-up, and a cozy seating area.
Staverton, Tasmania, Australia
25.47 km (15.9 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuarySuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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heater and electric blankets worked well and kept us warm at nightmany thoughtful touches including electric blankets and breakfast provisions for a cosy staybreakfast staples abound as well as fresh milk bacon and eggsthe place was lovely loved the breakfast and all the bathroom amenitiesthe photos don’t do the place any justice it’s lovely and super cozyCleanliness:
their place is clean and scenery beautifulvery clean and had everything we needed to be extremely comfortablevery clean neat space nice hot shower with good pressure beds were comfortableeverything was clean and overall we enjoyed our stay a lotcosy comfortable and clean cabin with everything you needHost:
outstanding hospitality from the hostslovely hosts and very thoughtfulthe hosts are super friendly and really make you feel at homewonderful stay with great hostsgreat hosts extremely welcoming and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
your close to so many other attractionsgreat location & hostslovey family and great locationgreat location close to most attractions in the cradle mountain areathis is a great place to get away from the city for a few nights
2. Renovated sandstone house (from USD 213)
Located in Twamley Farm, with a view of the hills, and shaded by an oak tree, this renovated 1840’s sandstone building will surely make the holiday one you cannot forget. The unique structure is composed of two levels, the upper being the bedroom with a queen-sized bed that can accommodate up to two guests, while the ground floor is an open-plan space that has a seating area, dining, and kitchen. Apart from the house, you will also be delighted with its outdoor features, including the wooden bathtub, barbecue facilities, and bikes you can use to explore the area.
Buckland, Tasmania, Australia
163.0 km (101.3 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 2
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extremely comfortable with top class amenitiesthe wood heater was already toasty warm when we arrived :)so nice to arrive with the wood-fired heater already runningbeautiful facilities with lots of thoughtful touchesloved the breakfast supplies for the next morning tooCleanliness:
clean and well keptclean warm hospitable and so welcomingsuper cozy impeccably decorated and very cleanthe bed was one of the comfiest we’ve slept in and everything was sparkling cleanHost:
host were very welcomingthe hosts were super friendly toothoughtful and helpful hostsand lastly our gracious hosts even didthe farm is just as lovely and the hosts so friendly & helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely beautiful location and roomgreat spot so close to maria islandsuch a charming place that is a great getaway from city lifefantastic location hosts and activities a great staythe perfect place to go getaway and refresh
3. Old dairy farm cottage
A former dairy farm, this Airbnb vacation rental features one bedroom that can accommodate up to two guests, perfect for couple or solo travelers, who are looking to have a relaxing and peaceful stay. The bedroom also has a panoramic view of the valley, which makes every waking moment a delight. The house is modern, with timber floors, and has all the usual home conveniences as well as special features like an outdoor dining set-up and barbecue facilities. Additionally, the homestay is family-owned, and the hosts are just a short distance away if you need anything.
Pipers River, Tasmania, Australia
70.16 km (43.6 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 2
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awesome place to stay delicious breakfast provisions and beautiful view on the deckthe views from the bedroom and kitchen overlooking the animals on the farm is amazingwith the added bonus of beautiful breakfast views and sunsets to write home aboutno wifi but u can do something different with ur lover or family it’s very goodthoughtful touches and devine breakfast produceCleanliness:
beautiful and clean so peaceful and hosts are lovelygreat hot shower it’s clean comfortable and well locatedthe place was exactly as pictured perfect stay extremely cleanthe old dairy farm is clean and has everything to ensure the comfort of gueststhe old dairy is a lovely spot and is very clean with great facilities for self-cateringHost:
hosts were very friendlygeoff and wendy are lovely hostsgeoff and wendy were great hostsgeoff & wendy were great hosts and so invitinggeoff is super host he introduced and suggested us everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring to tamar valley regionawesome location for what we want to dogreat location well equipped and lovely propertythe breakfast hamper was excellent and the location is stunningthe location is near many wineries in the tamar region and the property was beautiful
4. Charming private room in a colonial house (from USD 80)
If you’re looking for affordable accommodation, then you have to book this private room in a colonial house. This Airbnb vacation rental is more than your money’s worth, with its beautiful wallpapered walls, elegant furnishing, and period furniture, you’ll surely have a pleasant stay. Aside from its aesthetic, the room features windows, which make the room well-lit and airy. Also, free continental breakfast is available every morning, and snacks are also available upon check-in. Additionally, the farm gives guided tours and you can also try feeding the lambs.
Saint Leonards, Tasmania, Australia
62.77 km (39.1 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 3
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the room was perfect with all essentials providedthe beds were very comfy and warm with very nice fresh lineni loved the decor big comfy bed fixtures and lighting the big bathtub and courtyard with chickens outsidethe best part was the thoughtful touches like the continental breakfast and gluten free options thankyou :)we were also really impressed with the breakfast options - a nice extraCleanliness:
the room is clean and beautifulthe room was spotlessly clean and beautifully furnishedspotlessly clean the shower was amazing i loved the bath toothe room was clean really comfortable and beautifulthe place was very clean and is a short drive into townHost:
host responds fast lovely homethe house owner is so friendly and kindtalia is a great hosttalia is a great hosttalia is a wonderful host we have ever metRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and beautiful roomonly 10mins drive to cbd location is perfectit's a beautiful place and cute farmgreat place for stay near launceston and newsteadthis place is so amazing and located on a great property
5. Eco-friendly house (from USD 108)
Located in the township of Deloraine, this Airbnb vacation rental is in a Bio-dynamic farm that showcases environment-friendly sustainable living. The cottage is composed of two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed and the other with twin bunk beds, which can all accommodate up to five persons. It features bamboo floors and handcrafted Blackwood windows, which coincides with the farm’s ideology. Also, it contains a kitchen with farm provisions, giving you a chance to sample the farm produce.
Weegena, Tasmania, Australia
9.71 km (6.1 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 5
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the cottage is esthetic ally lovely with handcrafted wood furniture kitchen counters and bamboo floorswe also loved the wood work in the kitchen furniture bathroom etcthe cottage so comfortable and beautifully builtvery comfortable bed and you have all utilities you needthe cottage was perfect--clean comfortable with some very nice pieces of furnitureCleanliness:
very clean and cozy cottagevery clean and well-appointedbeautiful area and the cabin was very clean and modernhis house is clean and comfortablerelaxing and educational farmstaythe cottage is clean luxurious n gives a very homely feelHost:
graham is a wonderful hostgraham was an excellent host the fresh eggs and homemade jams were wonderfulgraham was a great host and made us feel very welcomegraham is a wonderful host with many stories always ready to helpgraham is a helpful host and a kind personRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was peaceful and calmingthis is the perfect location for relaxationpeaceful and tucked away and yet quite central to many local attractionsnice setting and countryside close to explore a lot of great placesgreat location for cradle mountain and northern tasmania
6. Wooden cabin from 1832
Are you looking for a farm accommodation for a group? If so, this three-bedroom Airbnb vacation rental is just right for you. It is a renovated 1832 wooden cabin that is located on a working farm and has an amazing view of the rushy lagoon. The cabin is complete with all the home essentials like a fully functional kitchen, cozy seating area, and a dining set-up, as well as a verandah you can use during summertime. Other amenities include laundry facilities, hot shower, electric blanket, and more.
Lemont, Tasmania, Australia
128.64 km (80.0 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 7
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great hideaway to disconnect ourselves from the world because no wifi and networkif there is wifi that will be greatthe yummy breakfast of eggs and bacon provided was the icing on the cakeit has all the necessary ammenities for a comfortable staywould highly recommend perusing the fonthill novel in the sitting room for local talesCleanliness:
beautiful clean cabin with loads of character and charmHost:
debbielee was a friendly host who showed my kids around the farmdebbielee is a friendly and informative hostlovely host lots of historydebbie is a great hostdebbielee and her staff are very friendly and looked after our group very wellRead more reviewsLocation:
what a beautiful peaceful locationwe like character in the place we choose to staybeautiful rural location a lot of history in the areaa beautiful location with llamas and other farm animals on your doorstepa unique and amazing place to stay
7. Self-contained apartment in a working farm
If you’re looking for an authentic farm experience, then you’ll never regret booking your accommodation at Full Gallop Farm. The Airbnb vacation rental is located at the far end of the main house. It is self-contained and has its entrance through the designated parking space. The apartment has one bedroom that can accommodate up to two persons and has two leather armchairs facing a flat-screen television. Also, in a separate room is the kitchen and dining area that opens up to a private garden and the view of the woodland. Additionally, the farm animals are very friendly that you can feed and touch them.
Allens Rivulet, Tasmania, Australia
171.61 km (106.7 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 2
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the room is well equiped with a huge tv lounge chairs and a separate kitchengorgeous views and clean room with well heated bedabsolutely serene loved having the animals around the fresh country air and the breakfast was beautifullovely sleep in room with block out curtains a rustic authentic farm experience nice picking blueberriesour room was perfect for us and we had everything we needed for a great stayCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousabsolutely clean and well-maintainedwarm cozy and clean housethe room was clean well-equipped and well-furnishedclean and tidy with 2 dyson heaters to keep us warm in winterHost:
lesley was an amazing hostlesley is friendly & kindlesley was a very friendly & hospitable hostshe is such a great hostlesley was such a wonderful host and made us feel truly welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
such a great locationthe location was perfect for everything we wanted to doanimal lovers would enjoy this peaceful placewhat a lovely little place to stay out in the countryside but close enough to the citythe location is fantastic as only 20mins from the city bruny is
8. Lovely one-bedroom abode
This Airbnb vacation rental is a one-bedroom wooden cottage that is perfect for couples on a romantic getaway. It is one hour away from the Cradle Mountain and a few minutes’ walk to Guide Falls. The house has all the usual home conveniences, including a kitchenette, seating area with television and DVD player, a dining set-up, and a bathroom. Also, it has a cozy loft where you can read books or meditate. Another highlight of the accommodation is its prepared meals in case you want to avoid the hassle of going out or preparing your meal. Just pay a certain additional fee for the food. Additionally, if you want to have a picnic, they can also prepare the provisions for you.
Ridgley, Tasmania, Australia
69.29 km (43.1 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryTop guest reviews
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michelle's cabin provides lots of little touches which contribute to a very relaxing peaceful and very comfortable stayCleanliness:
sparkling clean and cosythe cottage was clean and got everything you needthe charming cottage was clean and neat and the decor warm and invitingHost:
great hospitality from the hostshosts are lovely and quick to respondmany personalised touches that made us feel that the host was very thoughtfulthankyou for being such a wonderful hostmichelle is a very friendly host and both greeted and farewelled us to the cabinRead more reviewsLocation:
nice and cosy great locationhonestly such a lovely week away spent at michelle's placeour stay was perfect very cosy peaceful and stunning locationfrom feeding turkeys exploring the falls and relaxing in the cabin this place is the perfect little getawaysuch a welcoming family and a beautiful place to be
9. Modern wooden cabin
Located in the peaceful property of Twelve Acre Wood, home to the famous raw honey, this Airbnb vacation rental is a modern wooden cabin that accommodates two guests. It is a studio type, complete with a kitchenette, a seating area, dining, and a porch with outdoor furniture which you can use during summertime. Aside from the wonderful accommodation, you’ll also experience living on a farm that has animals and vegetation. Additionally, they provide here complimentary breakfast, which comes from locally sourced ingredients and produce, including cultured butter, sourdough bread, oats, bacon, and more.
Claude Road, Tasmania, Australia
21.2 km (13.2 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryTop guest reviews
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i'm not sure about wifi either - i was too relaxed to think about it the bed was a-mazingan indulgent stay in a cosy well appointed cabin which includes a wood heater for cool winter weatherso many thoughtful touches - from the room amenities to food and attraction recommendationsfrom the toasty wood fire and delicious treats on arrival to the comfortable and thoughtful amenitiesthe bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen was soft as anythingCleanliness:
matthew and nadine offered a clean and homely environment for our three night stay in the cradle mountain regionit was very cosy and clean and had extra special touches as wellthe cottage its self is clean comfortable and homelythe little kitchenette is so functional with clean quality utensilsthis place is set on small acreage in a comfy & clean cabin 10 minutes from sheffieldHost:
hosts were very welcomingthey were super helpful and friendlynadine and matthew are by far the best hosts that we stayed with during our travels throughout australiamatthew and nadine are amazing hoststhe hosts went out of their way to make sure we felt welcomed they are a lovely familyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectbeautiful location hosted by a beautiful familyfantastic location a quick drive to sheffield and wonderful walksit is a really peaceful location which is not too far from cradle mountain and surroundsthe location is so nice and relaxing and we were warmly welcomed by all of the family
10. Beautifully converted shed
Nestled in 25-acre (10.12 hectares) farmland, near the Wings Wildlife Park and Gunns Plains Cave, this converted shed is an ideal vacation home for people who want to be with nature. The accommodation is a private room with an area of 56 sq m (602.78 sq ft) and occupies the whole second floor. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed for two persons and a single bed for an additional guest. Another good thing about this Airbnb vacation rental is you can also use the other parts of the house, which include the kitchen, seating area, dining, as well as the patio with outdoor furniture and a good view of your surroundings.
Gunns Plains, Tasmania, Australia
47.49 km (29.6 mi) from Trowunna Wildlife SanctuaryAccommodates: 2
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there was also a heater in the bathroom which is perfect for such a cold weatherthe bedroom is very large and comfortable- but no natural lightroom was big and spacious but lacked windows with natural lightingalice’s house is huge and cosy the room is extremely spacious and very well heated upthe room is huge and very comfortable in a beautiful home and a beautiful corner of tasCleanliness:
place is very clean as wellalice’s place is clean and tidythe place is not sparkling clean and fancy but very comfortablethe room was impeccably clean and very tastefully furnishedthe room was very warm (we went during winter) clean and bigHost:
fast response and friendly hostfriendly and lovely peopleruby is a friendly hostfriendly and generous hostsvery accommodating and the hospitality was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
really cool peaceful remote locationbeautiful peaceful location in stunning countrysidefantastic location if you like remotenessgreat location for like hikersthe location is very nice especially if you want to see wildlife
Come visit Tasmania
If it’s nature adventure and easy life you’re after, you’ll never run out of possibilities to experience it here in Tasmania. Here, you’ll have a holiday that is a far cry from your stressful city life. If you’re up to life without the usual modern conveniences, let us help you with a list of the best farm stays in Tasmania, Australia. Don’t forget to book one of the farm stays on our list before traveling to the island state.
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