Coningham Cottage, Southern Tasmania

Description from the owner

Serene and Peaceful

Coningham is on a small peninsula, 25 minutes south of Hobart. Situated between Snug and Kettering, Coningham is popular area with a small sandy beach that has excellent safe swimming. Historically it has been a popular holiday/day trip destination for Hobart residents and now it is a mix of permanents, many of whom commute daily to the city and “shacks” for the weekenders and school holidays. The north facing perspective features spectacular views of Mt Wellington and extra warmth on sunny days.

Coningham Cottage is virtual waterfront (limited access) and provides top quality accommodation for up to 5 p...eople at a moderate price.

The cottage was originally built in the early 1940s, and was one of the very few homes in the area that survived the devastation of the 1967 bushfires which destroyed nearby Snug and surrounding houses.

We have made a series of tasteful renovations over the last 15 years, which have resulted in the “cottagy and rustic” feel, but with modern facilities to ensure comfort and convenience for all who stay here.

Fully self contained, the cottage is set up for a short weekend break or an extended holiday. All you’ll need is your food and your favourite “tipple”.

The kitchen has both gas and electric cooking facilities and a gas heater takes the “sting” out of the crisp early mornings. The large lounge/dining room has a very efficient wood burning stove and a ducting system takes extra heat to the front bedroom.

The view from the deck over North West Bay is a striking feature and it draws you to the sunroom and deck when you first enter the house. The double glazed sunroom onto the deck is cozy no matter what the weather, and is a great place to spend reading, snoozing or even catching glimpses of dolphins or shearwaters (mutton birds).

Local features such as Coningham Beach, Snug Falls, Kettering Marina and Hotel are short drives away, whilst the Huon Valley, Peppermint Bay, Bruny Island, the Tahune Airwalk, Dover, Kingston and Hobart, amongst others, provide a range of destinations to explore.

Local shops and restaurants in Snug, Margate, Kingston and Woodbridge cover a wide range of choices and tastes for your selection. The wider Channel area is blessed with wine and food outlets unique in Tasmania – vineyards, cheeses, cherries, stonefruits, berries, apples, mushrooms, ciders, quality meats, seafood, oysters and more!

Such local features are highlighted in the Huon Trail brochure and at huontrail.org.au

There is a lot to see and do in the area and Coningham Cottage provides a delightful base and a pleasure to "come home to" after a day exploring this lovely corner of Tasmania.Read more

Additional Location Information

Thirty minutes south of the capital city of Tasmania, Hobart, Coningham Cottage overlooks NW Bay and on up to Mt Wellington. Mardon Lane is a quiet lane, a no through road and used only by locals, so there are no traffic problems.
The cottage is close to Bruny Island, the Huon Valley and the southern region of Tasmania with its wilderness adventures. Yet it is also only a short drive to the city, two hours to Port Arthur, Richmond (both historical centres) or to wonderful National Parks.

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

*Seasonal Specials can apply e.g 4 nights for the price of 3 in July - August

*Complimentary wine for stays over 3 nights (excluding above special)

*Discounts can be negotiated for longer stays, return guests etc

Deposits to hold your booking will be required within 3 to 4 days of your enquiry/booking, the balance to be paid within 4 weeks of your stay. If cancellation is made within 2 weeks of your stay, we reserve the right to retain all, or part of your deposit.
Payments direct to owner's bank are preferred - details on booking confirmation.

We are grateful if guests notify us of any breakages or above normal wear and tear before they depart. We reserve the right to charge for such concerns, if considered appropriate.

What Past Guests Are Saying

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• BenClaire007
  Melbourne, Australia

  Wish we could have stayed longer !!

  Left on 02/06/2013 for a stay in February 2013
  
  

  My husband and I had a great time relaxing in Coningham Cottage. The location is perfect, not far from Brunny Island, Hobart, Mount Wellington and many more surrounding attractions. The view from the cottage is very peaceful. For those of you who like cooking, the kitchen is quite big. We were there for 3 nights/4 days, we wish we could have stayed longer!! Thank you to Viki, the owner, who made sure we had a great time.

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• Samuel1982186338
  London, United Kingdom

  Never stayed anywhere better.

  Left on 01/06/2013 for a stay in December 2012
  
  

  Coningham was very easy to find, coming from the Hobart airport by car. Driving down the coast was a great introduction to stunning Tasmania, and the Coningham bay itself was very pretty.
  
  Great first impressions, with a lovely, well-kept garden. The house was beautiful, airy and very quiet. The wooden floors and large rooms made for a very pleasant living environment.
  
  We spent Christmas at the cottage and it was everything we wanted. The peace was incredible and we spent many hours sitting on the veranda contemplating the view. There was lots of space- more than we needed- and the kitchen was very well equipped (lots of utensils and large BBQ), though low water pressure made it harder to wash up. The weather wasn't great when we were there, but it didn't matter as the house was so pleasant to hang out in.
  
  We drove to nearby Bruny Island, it was great (wildlife/wine). And a day trip to Signet was also lovely, with some of the best cross-country driving around.
  
  It is very difficult to do justice to how incredible this location is, I just would like to say that this cottage is without comparison. We loved it.

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  Response from Viki Rutter - 01/09/2013

  

  Viki Rutter

  Owner

  Thanks so much for your great review!! You are welcome back anytime :-)
  Hope you had a refresshing break. You missed the awful bush fires we are having - but, fingers crossed, the cottage is safe so far.
  
  Thanks again
  Viki

• MervRea
  Mt Martha, Australia

  Very Relaxing - paradise

  Left on 12/27/2012 for a stay in November 2012
  
  

  Very clean and well catered Cottage, with beautiful views. Perfect spot - peaceful, quiet and relaxing, and still close enough to Hobart (30 mins). The fact we had excellent weather during our stay was just a mere bonus - our holiday would have been terrific anyway ! Vikki kept in touch before, during and after our stay - a great host. We will be back !

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• Willbeback
  Perth

  Absolutely Wonderful

  Left on 08/02/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  Hard to make a judgement off the internet, however when we arrived at the cottage we were delighted. Lovely accommodation and magical location with stunning water and mountain views, in close commuting distance to Hobart. Had a wonderful stay and would recommend to anyone looking for holiday accommodation in the south of Tassie.

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• frog03
  Melbourne, Australia

  Relax and enjoy your Holiday

  Left on 08/15/2011 for a stay in July 2011
  
  

  Coninham Cottage
  Thank you Viki, for providing a wonderful haven comfortable, clean and cosy. So relaxing and I love the gardens with all the lovely surprises when you wander around. I also love the bunnies, the fish and all the lovely birds. The views are the greatest, also thank you for the varied weather.
  I just loved it all and, God and my boss willing, I’ll be back in 2012.
  
  Alison C Melbourne 5/7 to 1/8 2011

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• rhoski
  Faulconbridge, Australia

  Conningham Cottage: a Hidden Treasure

  Left on 07/13/2011 for a stay in March 2011
  
  

  Conveniently situated in a quiet lane just a few minutes drive from the nearby village of Snug, Conningham Cottage has a welcoming ambience. Neatly gardened, and with the feeling of rustic privacy, the cottage has a commanding view over the bay beyond it to the north.
  
  Inside, the cottage lacks nothing that a holiday maker or even a long tem renter might desire. Comfort and convenience characterise all its features. Kitchen facilities are complete. The north facing glassed in sunroom at the rear invites daytime relaxation. The lounge room with its wood combustion stove guarantees restful well being should the evening prove cool. The relatively secluded neighbourhood favours night time repose.
  
  My partner and I stayed in this well resourced cottage for one week during autumn. We found that the owner’s description of its features were accurate, truly representing what any visitor will find there. We had no difficulty deciding how we would spend our time in the district because of the abundance of tourist literature laid out in the Cottage for our perusal. Particularly we appreciated the fact that it was only a short drive to numerous local features likely to be of interest to visitors, including local shopping facilities at Snug and Kingston. Not to be overlooked was the fascinating Mt Wellington with its interesting geology and panoramic views over the estuary of the Derwent River within which Hobart sits.
  
  Much else that draws the visitor to Tasmania was found to be within easy reach, including local food and produce (read cheese, honey and seafood), festivals in season and relaxed motoring through a landscape that never ceases to enrich and stimulate the senses. Our stay at Conningham Cottage was both an unqualified pleasure and a welcome education about much that is truly unique about Tasmania.

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  Response from Viki Rutter - 08/18/2011

  

  Viki Rutter

  Owner

  Thanks Ron - great review!! I'm still trying to get it up on the web site!! Maybe this will help :-)
  One little correction - historically, for some reason, there's only one "n" in Coningham.
  
  Again - I really appreciate your comments!
  See you again,
  Viki