A dream come true. That’s how I’d describe it in as few phrases as doable. For so long as I can bear in mind, I’ve wished to be whisked away to the calming waters of Captains Rest in Tasmania. However with a booked out calendar for months upfront 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 should you had “going off the grid” in thoughts, that is the place. It should 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 should you arrive in Tasmania by ferry, it’s a comfy 2 hours and 45 minutes to achieve Captain’s Relaxation from the port of Devonport.
The Cabin: The place time stands nonetheless
After a protracted 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 In entrance of me was a view I’ll always remember: a wooden fireplace, mushy waves and an outdated jetty. It was such a quintessential picture that you simply’d be forgiven for pondering you had stepped inside a movie set.
In your option to Captain’s Rest, you’ll want to make the required pit stops to each relaxation on the drive and higher put together in your time on the cabin. En route you’ll want to cease by Hill Avenue Grocers for contemporary fruit and greens, handmade quiches, fast heat-up dinners and a few artisan goodies. Oh! And don’t neglect the cheese part.
One other nice cease is to name into the Tasmanian Meals & Wine Conservatory, a speciality expertise honouring Tasmanian produce and positive meals fare. There’s a full menu on supply, however the takeaway treats and choice of native gins, whiskeys and wine is bound to do the trick.
Contained in the Cabin
The cabin itself is cause sufficient to journey the 4 hours to Strahan. It’s the truth is so common that the toughest a part of your journey will probably be discovering a emptiness! Captain’s Relaxation is commonly booked months upfront, so you’ll want to make this a long run deliberate journey.
The cabin is greatest suited to 1 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 positive trying lad you’ll see in a couple of images. 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 lounge, small eating room, author’s nook and a good sized kitchen. You might simply spend per week or two right here, however the hassle will probably be discovering sufficient dates to lock into the calendar. I actually wouldn’t keep any lower than two nights and should you can, two extra!
I’m sporting: Kaitlin sweater, Agolde jeans
The place time stands nonetheless
You is perhaps questioning what you’ll do when you arrive at Captains Relaxation. The reality is that that is, the truth is, the vacation spot. The cabin is designed to supply visitors a obligatory reprieve from busy metropolis life and encourages you to change off. Sure, there may be wi-fi and a tv contained in the cabin… however you’ll be shocked how little need or want there may be to change both of them on. Slightly by tuning out, you’ll tune in to your senses.
The cabin is only a brief drive from Strahan, the place you’ll discover an IGA grocery store and bottle retailer. So should you 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 evening for your entire home.
Book your stay with Airbnb, however you’ll want to plan upfront as this dreamy escape is booked for months upfront.
Nonetheless need extra? Take a look at my publish on the best Airbnbs in Tasmania. Or possibly you’d wish to plan a full Tasmanian road trip.
