Top Tips for Work, Transport & Accommodation – North West Tasmania

So, you’ve decided that Tasmania is the destination for you – but you’re not sure where to start – this is where we can step in and offer some red-hot tips, direct from the locals!

Accommodation in Tasmania – North West Coast

Our biggest tip is to avoid the common mistake many visitors make when they plan to make their way down to Tasmania – not booking their accommodation in advance, but instead wait until they arrive in Tasmania. You may find yourself feeling a little lost and sorry when you’re left struggling to find a place to stay – during peak season, long weekends, school holidays and our summer months, expect Tasmania to be near full capacity – we recommend securing your accommodation well in advance.

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RIVERSIDE RETREAT

Unwind & Connect: Your Home Away From Home

A comfortable and stylish home away from home, our modernist brick home provides everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable short or long term stay in North West Tasmania.

With three spacious bedrooms, including a huge main bedroom, there’s plenty of room for you and your travel companions to stretch out and relax. The cosy separate dining and lounge areas provide the perfect setting for nights in, with plenty of comfortable seating to curl up with a good book or watch your favourite movie.

You’ll love the convenience of our modern bathroom, equipped with all the amenities you need to refresh and start your day off right. And if you’re looking for outdoor space to enjoy the fresh Tasmanian air, our secure backyard is the perfect spot for a BBQ, games night or a kick of the ball.

Located just a couple of minutes from the heart of Devonport, you’ll have easy access to all the town has to offer, from great dining and shopping to natural wonders like the Mersey Bluff and Lillico Beach.

So why settle for a crowded, dated hostel when you can enjoy the comfort and convenience of your own private room?

Book your stay today and experience the best of Devonport in your very own home away from home.

Contact Name: Belle

Property Address: Merseyside Street, Quoiba

Contact Number: 0401 654 000

Availability: Please text Belle to discuss availabilities, this share house has up to 8 beds available year round.

WILDERNESS RETREAT

A Refreshing Mix of Work, Leisure, Fitness & Adventure

Nestled amidst scenic landscapes, this captivating two-story sharehome welcomes backpackers working in the surrounding horticultural farms with open arms.

Celebrating both private and communal living, our six spacious bedrooms and a dedicated study area strike the ideal balance between social interaction and solitude.

The open-plan living area on the lower level exudes warmth and friendliness, and the adjoining rustic timber kitchen stands ready for shared culinary adventures. Here, locally sourced farm-fresh produce can come to life in delicious meals. Also on this floor are two inviting bedrooms and a bathroom complete with a spa, promising a relaxing haven after a long day’s work.

The sunroom, a tranquil nook opening up to a lush, private backyard, serves as the perfect stage for enriching conversations over a steaming cup of tea or your favourite book in full, all day sun.

Upstairs, four more welcoming bedrooms await, one with its private balcony, offering a tranquil retreat with a sweeping view of the backyard. The built-in study area provides a serene spot for those continuing their educational or professional pursuits.

Our fully furnished and beautifully decorated home is currently a thriving hub for a community of travellers, but the allure doesn’t stop at the doorstep.

Step outside to discover a carport with a roller door, ample off-street parking, and eco-friendly solar panels. The private entertaining area and the relaxing front veranda serve as enchanting outdoor spaces for leisurely moments under the open sky.

Nestled next to the Don Reserve walking trails and the Devonport Aquatic Centre, the location offers a refreshing mix of work, leisure, fitness and adventure, perfect for an enriching backpacker lifestyle. Immerse yourself in the charm of our Wilderness Retreat and discover the perfect backdrop for your backpacking journey.

Contact Name: Belle

Property Address: Steele Street, Devonport

Contact Number: 0401 654 000

Availability: Please text Belle to discuss availabilities, this share house has up to 11 beds available year round.

Backpacker accommodation or also known as a hostel, is a form of low-cost, short-term shared sociable lodging where guests can rent a bed, usually a bunk bed in a dormitory, with shared use of a lounge and sometimes a kitchen. Rooms can be mixed or single-sex and have private or shared bathrooms.

Latrobe Hostel

Latrobe Hostel, a recently established lodging, is conveniently located in the township of Latrobe, a mere 7 km away from the bustling city of Devonport. The hostel takes great pride in fostering a social atmosphere and welcoming environment that is unparalleled in the area. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure every guest enjoys a memorable and pleasant stay while exploring the beautiful surroundings.

Molly Malones Pub

Molly Malones is situated in the Devonport CBD, offering a great place to base yourself when touring the north of Tasmania. Backpacker-style accommodation at a great price with a range of rooms available including one and two bedrooms, ensuites and bunks.

The Alexander Hotel

Situated in the heart of Devonport, the Alexander Hotel offers shared facilities with single bed dorms, and two bed (1 bunk) and four bed (2 Bunks) dorm rooms. All rooms include linen, lockers, electric wall heater, free standing fan, and clothes airer. Access to communal areas which include common room/lounge, kitchen, laundry (washer & dryer) and separate male and female bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

The Neptune Grand

The Neptune Grand offers clean, comfortable budget style rooms at unbeatable prices. Although these are simple rooms with shared bathroom facilities, the scenic beachside location of the hotel combined with very low rates makes this the perfect choice for many budget travellers, from backpackers through to those simply wishing to stretch their dollar further. And now home to their fabulous new restaurant – you can have some yum cha, share some tasty Asian/Aussie fusion or have a chicken parmy!

The Happy Backpacker Penguin Hotel

The hostel offers 1 or 2 bed dormitories furnished with brand new, comfortable beds, complete with sheets, pillowcases, and cozy doonas. Both the rooms and common areas are equipped with heating to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests have access to shared facilities, such as a fully-equipped kitchen, a welcoming lounge area, and communal bathrooms and laundry rooms. To enhance the experience further, free Wi-Fi, lockers, and parking are included, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient and hassle-free stay.

A recreational vehicle park or caravan park is a place where people with recreational vehicles can stay overnight, or longer, in allotted spaces known as “sites” or “campsites“.

Latrobe Mersey River Caravan Park

Located in Bells Parade at Latrobe, in close proximity to Devonport, the park caters exclusively to motoring tourists (no permanent residents) by offering a variety of accommodation options, including hostel and cabin lodgings. The park features 36 powered sites, numerous unpowered camping spots, and a communal camp kitchen for the convenience of guests. With its diverse range of facilities, the park ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience for travelers seeking a pleasant stay in the area.

Abel Tasman Caravan Park

The Abel Tasman Caravan Park is uniquely located 1.9kms from the Spirit of Tasmania’s unloading ramp making it the closet caravan and cabin park to it. There is an IGA supermarket nearby, bakery, RSL and a pizza shop along with many other shops to service your needs. Sitting on the corner of the Mersey River and Bass Strait which offers amazing views, walks and fishing, this park also welcomes dogs with open arms – yep, they’re a dog friendly caravan park!

Mersey Bluff Caravan Park

Enjoy a spacious and perfectly located campsite with a range of facilities, ensuring you will experience a comfortable, fun and relaxing stay. The campsite offers a BBQ area, amenities block with toilets, showers and laundry facilities.

Lakeside Tourist Caravan Park

Sites are large with private, with powered and unpowered site areas suitable for large groups travelling together. There is also a selection of premium standard cabins including one bedroom for couples or two room family cabins. Beds are super comfy and the cabins are heated and cosy.

Discovery Parks Devonport

Anywhere you travel, absolute waterfront is priceless – but here in Tasmania it is simply magical. Discovery Parks – Devonport (formerly known as Big4 Discovery Parks – Devonport) is the perfect base to discover this stunning coastal region. Ensuite powered sites offer water views in an absolutely idyllic setting. Take advantage of camp facilities including BBQs, camp kitchen and a games room for a change of scene. Pets permitted – must be on leash in park. Got your own bed on wheels? Choose from more than 35 powered sites, also with water views, these sites also cater for motorhomes, fifth wheelers and larger caravans.

Horsehead Creek Riverside Park

This campground is fairly large and is located at the boat ramp with plenty of fishing options available off the pontoon and along the Mersey River. Horsehead Creek Campground is at Quoiba just 5 minutes south from Devonport and it is around an 8 minute drive to the Spirit of Tasmania Devonport terminal. Only available for fully self-contained vehicles, it can accommodate motorhomes, caravans and big rigs. Vehicles must have their own shower, toilet, washing, cooking and sleeping facilities on board and holding tanks to hold both black and grey water for 72 hours. No tent camping is allowed and fires are not permitted.

Camping overnight in a self-contained campers costs $10 per night.

Fees can be paid at the Devonport Visitor Information Centre or via the EasyPark app.

Maximum stay is 72 hours.

Turners Beach Caravan Park (O.C. Ling Memorial Park)

Located between Devonport and Ulverstone on Tasmania’s sunny North West Coast, this park offers clean, comfortable cabin accommodation, as well as ensuite caravan sites and grassy camping sites. Equipped with modern facilities for your comfort, including clean amenities block, laundry, take away food, BBQ facilities and a games room (including books, DVD’s and games to borrow), the park is also equipped with 2 amenities / laundry blocks and another toilet block and BBQ area.

Forth Recreation Ground – Free Camp Site

You read that correctly, a free camp site – no strings attached, thanks to the friendly town of Forth and the Lions Club! Signage states self-contained vehicles only, with a maximum of 48 hour stay. If you’re looking for a place to base yourself while you work out something more long-term, this is your first stop. There is a toilet block with taps that have safe drinking water, a BBQ facility with picnic tables, playground, petrol station, pub and general store close by. Please note, no power is available on site.

BIG4 Ulverstone Holiday Park

Offering a range of activities, including a giant inflatable jumping pillow and playground, nearby skate park, bike park and a long stretch of beach patrolled in summer by Ulverstone Surf Lifesaving Club. This park offers acres of bike and walking paths, leading down to Beach Hut Coffee, Pedal Buggies Tasmania and the Ulverstone Waterslide (open in summer).

Buttons Creek Caravan Park

Buttons Creek powered sites are located just 400m from the main BIG4 Ulverstone Holiday Park. This area is perfect for those that love camping either by themselves or with a group. At Buttons Creek, you are able to make your own little area with a fire pot in the middle and your vans, RVs or tents set up around it. Buttons Creek is open from Christmas until the end of January as well as over the Easter period (depending on bookings). Campers have full use of all facilities in the main park which is just a 2-minute walk away. With access directly onto the beach this is the ideal spot. You will find an amenity block and a laundry on site for your use. Sorry, no pets allowed at this one.

Penguin Caravan Park

This park is situated on the waterfront with amazing views of the ocean and beach, the perfect place to unwind and relax and mingle with other campers or just sit back , read a book, fish, swim or spot a whale, dolphin or seal. Options include large grassy sites, sheltered bank sites, powered sites, non-powered sites, large R.V. friendly spots, gravelled sites, large and small tent sites.

Preservation Bay – Free!

Located next to the Penguin Surf Lifesaving Club right along the coastline, this donation camp is for self-contained motorhomes and caravans (pets allowed). Camping in tents is not permitted. Don’t expect to find amenities on site, but you will find a playground, boat ramp and picnic tables. It runs along the main road, however the views are fantastic – and it’s free!

Note – the facilities of the Penguin Surf Life Savers Club are not available. Maximum stay is 48 hours.

Pioneer Park Camping Ground Riana

Pioneer Park is located approximately 10km south of Penguin and 1.5km South of Riana. Offering powered and non-powered sites, Pioneer Park also offers hot showers, shelters, septic toilets, barbeques, picnic tables and drinking water. The Riana General Store provides gas refilling and is located approximately 1.5km from the campsites.

A share house is where two or more people rent a single property. There are two types of share house leases: sub-letting and co-tenant. Usually each person will have their own bedroom and typically they will share certain communal areas such as kitchens, bathrooms or living rooms. Generally, living in a share house is a cheaper option compared to living alone, as rent, utilities and, sometimes, food are split between housemates.

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Unwind & Connect: Your Home Away From Home

A comfortable and stylish home away from home, our modernist brick home provides everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable short or long term stay in North West Tasmania.

So why settle for a crowded, dated hostel when you can enjoy the comfort and convenience of your own private room?

Book your stay today and experience the best of Devonport in your very own home away from home.

Contact Name: Belle

Property Address: Merseyside Street, Quoiba

Contact Number: 0401 654 000

Availability: Please text Belle to discuss availabilities, this share house has up to 8 beds available year round.

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Private Share Houses

Contact Name: Liisa

Property Address: William Street, Devonport

Contact Number: 0427 238 176

Availability: Please phone Liisa to discuss availabilities, this share house has up to 3 rooms available throughout the summer.

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Contact Name: Jo

Property Address: Panatana Drive, Port Sorell

Contact Number: 0408 270 023

Availability: Please phone Jo to discuss availabilities, currently booked from 09/01/23 – 20/02/23, this share house is actually a self contained unit that would suit a couple.

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Contact Name: Leonore

Property Address: Waverley Rd, Don

Contact Number: 0419 532 011

Availability: Please phone Leonore to discuss availabilities, this share house is a two bedroom fully self contained unit on three acres of land, overlooking the Don River. Suitable for four adults sharing (four single beds).

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Contact Name: Peter

Property Address: Nixon Street, Devonport

Contact Number: 0419 327 800

Availability: Please phone Peter to discuss availabilities, this share house offers one couple’s room and a bunk room (two bunk bed) which can hold up to four people.

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Pineberry Retreat

Pineberry Retreat is located in West Pine right near one of our farms in Riana, with 6 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 16 people. There is a large kitchen/common area, two inside bathrooms plus an outside bathroom with toilets and shower facilities. There is plenty of room to park your cars and even to play a game of soccer, football – whatever you like! Pineberry Retreat’s facilities and features include:

Fully equipped Kitchen and Dining Area
Food Storage and fridges
Laundry facilities with detergent
Shared Bathroom Facilities
Free WiFi
Large common area/kitchen
Outdoor BBQ
Free parking
Grassed area to play soccer or football
Vegetable garden
Games- pool table, air hockey, basketball, ping pong
Large TV with Netflix
Quiet area to set up your laptop
Air conditioning
Portable fans are available for each room
Secure post delivery
Your hosts live only a short walk away

Flatmates.com.au

Flatmates.com.au is Australia’s No.1 peer-to-peer share accommodation platform, allowing people to list their spare rooms, find accommodation or team up with others to start a share house.

HelpX

HelpX, short for “Help Exchange”, is a barter platform in which people offer or receive homestays, including lodging and food, in exchange for performing agreed-upon tasks for a few hours each day. Types of work include gardening, animal welfare, cooking, and farming, among others. HelpX is an online listing of host organic farms, farmstays, hobby farms, lifestyle blocks, homestays, ranches, lodges, backpackers hostels and even sailing boats who invite volunteer helpers to stay with them short-term in exchange for food and accommodation. HelpX is provided primarily as a cultural exchange for working holiday makers, who would like the opportunity during their travels abroad, to stay with local people and gain practical experience. In the typical arrangement, the helper works an average of 4 hours per day and receives free accommodation and meals for their efforts.

Gumtree

Gumtree connects over 7 million people and has earned its stripes as Australia’s favourite marketplace – and is completely free! You can find listings for share housing, rental accommodation and more. Check back regularly or set up alerts – new listings can appear daily!

Local Facebook groups are a free and easy way to find share houses, rentals and more – check out these exclusive groups for local networks:

Transport in Tasmania – North West Coast

If you already have your own vehicle and are planning to bring it over on the Spirit of Tasmania, we urge you to book now. During peak season, there may be very limited dates available, depending on your vehicle’s size.

Tassie Cars

Tassie Cars is one of the largest Tasmanian online Automotive Classifieds websites in Tasmania. Tassie Cars has listings from nearly half the used car yards in Tasmania, along with private sellers, offering used car hunters a choice of over 1500 cars, online right now!

Car Sales

The largest online automotive, motorcycle and marine classifieds business in Australia. Attracting more Australians interested in buying or selling cars, motorcycles, trucks, caravans and boats than any other classified group of websites – with over 200,000 new and used cars to choose from!

Cars Guide

Features of Cars Guide include free listings and a map showing all available cars with a focus on making things clearer, simpler and a bit more enjoyable.

Auto Trader

Autotrader is an automotive marketplace connecting sellers with buyers.

You will find an abundance of Facebook buy and sell groups dedicated to the local area – here are some automotive specific groups to get you started:

Work in Tasmania – North West Coast

Last but not least, this is the easy one! We work in partnership with over 50 farms, based along the North West Coast of Tasmania, from Smithton to Cressy and everywhere in between – simply pick an area that suits you and we’ll get you started. So, if you’re looking to give an agricultural job a go, we’d love to offer you a great experience in return!