A dream come true. That’s how I’d describe it in as few phrases as attainable. For so long as I can keep in mind, I’ve needed to be whisked away to the calming waters of Captains Rest in Tasmania. However with a booked out calendar for months prematurely and a private aversion to planning, it hasn’t occurred till now.
Checking in to Captain’s Relaxation, Tasmania
Captain’s Rest is the place time stands nonetheless. It’s a small and unassuming cabin tucked away in Lettes Bay, a brief drive from the sleepy city of Strahan. And if you happen to had “going off the grid” in thoughts, that is the place. It would take you roughly 4 hours to drive right here from Launceston or Hobart, which is probably going the place you’ll be travelling from upon touchdown on the island. Or if you happen to arrive in Tasmania by ferry, it’s a snug 2 hours and 45 minutes to succeed in Captain’s Relaxation from the port of Devonport.
The Cabin: The place time stands nonetheless
After an extended 4 hour drive from Launceston, my arms gave option to my baggage with a sigh of reduction as I turned the lock within the keyhole. In entrance of me was a view I’ll always remember: a wooden fireplace, smooth waves and an previous jetty. It was such a quintessential picture that you just’d be forgiven for considering you had stepped inside a movie set.
In your option to Captain’s Rest, be sure you make the mandatory pit stops to each relaxation on the drive and higher put together in your time on the cabin. En route be sure you cease by Hill Road Grocers for contemporary fruit and greens, handmade quiches, fast heat-up dinners and a few artisan sweets. Oh! And don’t overlook the cheese part.
One other nice cease is to name into the Tasmanian Meals & Wine Conservatory, a speciality expertise honouring Tasmanian produce and fantastic meals fare. There’s a full menu on supply, however the takeaway treats and choice of native gins, whiskeys and wine is certain to do the trick.
Contained in the Cabin
The cabin itself is purpose sufficient to journey the 4 hours to Strahan. It’s in actual fact so well-liked that the toughest a part of your journey will likely be discovering a emptiness! Captain’s Relaxation is commonly booked months prematurely, so be sure you make this a long run deliberate journey.
The cabin is finest suited to at least one or two folks. Initially I had meant to go to solo and make a author’s retreat out of my keep, nevertheless I prolonged a final minute invite to the fantastic trying lad you’ll see in just a few pictures. He’s fairly particular and the cabin regarded like the right place for 2 ~ so ~ I made haste and invited him alongside.
The cabin is small and charming, with one queen sized mattress, one lavatory, a front room, small eating room, author’s nook and a good sized kitchen. You can simply spend every week or two right here, however the bother will likely be discovering sufficient dates to lock into the calendar. I actually wouldn’t keep any lower than two nights and if you happen to can, two extra!
I’m sporting: Kaitlin sweater, Agolde jeans
The place time stands nonetheless
You may be questioning what you’ll do when you arrive at Captains Relaxation. The reality is that that is, in actual fact, the vacation spot. The cabin is designed to supply friends a essential reprieve from busy metropolis life and encourages you to modify off. Sure, there’s wi-fi and a tv contained in the cabin… however you’ll be stunned how little need or want there’s to modify both of them on. Moderately by tuning out, you’ll tune in to your senses.
The cabin is only a quick drive from Strahan, the place you’ll discover an IGA grocery store and bottle retailer. So if you happen to ever want provides, they’re shut by. There’s a small espresso store aptly named “The Espresso Shack” on the town. That is the place you’ll discover the most effective espresso on the town and a scrumptious caramel slice.
If nothing else, use this time to unwind and get again to life’s easy pleasures – an excellent e book, a glass of wine, and good firm.
I’m sporting: Lofty Crew sweater, Jillian Puffer Jacket
Pictured: Suitcase from Steamline
I’m sporting: Lofty Crew sweater, Agolde jeans
E book your keep at Captains Relaxation
Captains Rest begins at $450 per night time for the complete home.
Book your stay with Airbnb, however be sure you plan prematurely as this dreamy escape is booked for months prematurely.
Nonetheless need extra? Take a look at my publish on the best Airbnbs in Tasmania. Or possibly you’d prefer to plan a full Tasmanian road trip.
