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The Rivulet

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Description

The grand 19th Century manor house has been refurbished and rejuvenated and is set in a convenient location to enjoy all that Hobart has to offer. The Rivulet re-opened December 2020 under new management (formerly Amberley House) is only 2 km from historic Battery point and vibrant Salamanca Square and 3 km from Constitution Dock. Our ethos is to provide a relaxed casual retreat for you while you stay with us. Our staff are in attendance to serve a fresh continental breakfast featuring Tasmanian produce. Our Cascades Room, gardens and verandah offer you choices of venue for you to arrange home delivered food if you choose to dine in or enjoy a fresh coffee or glass of Tasmanian wine at any time.

Description

At our Hobart accommodation, we offer a range of well-appointed rooms that boast views of the water and sweeping vistas of the imposing and ever changing Mount Wellington. All rooms are elegantly presented and are furnished in graceful Victorian style. Rooms are equipped with LCD TVs, tea and coffee facilities and excellent quality, comfortable bedding. Our guest lounge is available for your exclusive use. Breakfast is served in the dining room and we provide a continental breakfast.

Check In: 14:00|Check Out: 10:00
Hours: Daily

Facilities

Broadband Internet
Hairdryer
Linen and Towels provided
Tea/Coffee making
Television

Map & Directions

391 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia

Directions

The Rivulet boasts a fabulous location in Sandy Bay, right opposite the West Point Hotel Casino. We have plenty of onsite parking for your vehicle. It is also a very pleasant 20 minute walk through to Battery Point to the Salamanca precinct and the bustling Hobart waterfront. Book early to avoid missing out on this great Hobart luxury accommodation.

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Cygnet Suite 1

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

The name reflects one of our favourite inhabitants of the waterways and the eclectic town in Tasmania’s South named by Admiral D’entrecasteaux for the numerous swans there. This downstairs room is river facing with bay window alcove and like all rooms contains elegant period furnishings. Readily accessible from the front car park with King bed, Air Con, Smart TV and stylish bathroom.

La Perouse Suite 3

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

This brilliant French naval officer and explorer met the First fleet at Botany Bay in 1788. He has Mt. La Perouse named after him in Tasmania and the expedition of D’Entrecasteaux which landed in Tasmania in 1792 was in part sent to try and discover La Perouse’s fate. An applicant for La Perouse’s mission who was not finally selected was a 16 year old Corsican – Napoleon Bonaparte. Of suite size with a private entrance through French doors opening onto the back carpark and garden. French styled art and furnishings with King bed, Air Con, Smart TV and light airy bathroom with bath and walk through shower.

Alonnah Suite 4

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

An indigenous word for part of the name of Bruny island and also the name of a village there. An upstairs room overlooking the garden and facing Mount Nelson , the source of the Lambert Rivulet. The room has a bay window table seating with King bed, Air Con and Smart TV. The spacious and luxurious bathroom features a claw footed bath with view.

Corinna Suite 5

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

The indigenous name for the Tasmanian tiger, or Thylacine and also the town on the edge of the fabulous Tarkine rain forest. The room features views of Mount Wellington , the garden and the playing fields next door. It has a King bed, Air Con and Smart TV as well as a walk-in robe and claw footed bath in a large and stylish bathroom.

Flynn 1909 Suite 6

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Named after one of the most famous Tasmanians; Errol lived for a time in Sandy Bay. There is a memorial to him at Short beach, walking distance towards Battery Point from the Rivulet. The room features antique furnishings, King bed, Air Con, Smart TV and a spacious luxurious bathroom with claw footed bath.

Cartela Suite 7

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

The vessel is Australia’s oldest continuously licensed passenger vessel( built in 1912) and, among many ventures, operated as a ferry on the Derwent River. This upstairs room has a North facing bay window with views of the river and both the Derwent Sailing and Royal Hobart Yacht clubs. Like all our rooms it features antique furnishings, King bed, Air Con and Smart TV and stylish bathroom

Regatta Suite 8

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Max Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Room Configuration: One Bedroom| Maximum Guests: 2 guests | No children permitted | No infants permitted

Naturally in Hobart we had to name a room with a sailing connotation, particularly overlooking the Derwent River and two yacht clubs. It is our only suite and our premier offering. Incredibly sized bedroom, Sun room with dining, private balcony – all with views of the Derwent river, Yacht Clubs and playing fields. The bathroom is very large and luxurious with claw footed bath and views of playing fields and Kunanyi (Mount Wellington) beyond.

Cancellation Policy

The guest can cancel free of charge until 3 days before arrival. The guest will be charged the cost of the first night if they cancel in the 3 days before arrival.