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 in case you had “going off the grid” in thoughts, that is the place. It’s going to 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 in case you arrive in Tasmania by ferry, it’s a comfy 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 strategy 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 hearth, tender waves and an previous jetty. It was such a quintessential picture that you simply’d be forgiven for pondering you had stepped inside a movie set.
In your strategy to Captain’s Rest, be sure you make the required 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 recent 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 high-quality meals fare. There’s a full menu on provide, however the takeaway treats and collection of native gins, whiskeys and wine is bound to do the trick.
Contained in the Cabin
The cabin itself is purpose sufficient to journey the 4 hours to Strahan. It’s in reality so standard that the toughest a part of your journey might 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 1 or two folks. Initially I had supposed to go to solo and make a author’s retreat out of my keep, nevertheless I prolonged a final minute invite to the high-quality trying lad you’ll see in a number of photographs. He’s fairly particular and the cabin seemed like the proper 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 an honest sized kitchen. You may simply spend per week or two right here, however the bother might be discovering sufficient dates to lock into the calendar. I actually wouldn’t keep any lower than two nights and in case you can, two extra!
I’m sporting: Kaitlin sweater, Agolde jeans
The place time stands nonetheless
You is likely to be questioning what you’ll do when you arrive at Captains Relaxation. The reality is that that is, in reality, the vacation spot. The cabin is designed to supply company a essential 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. Quite 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 in case 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 – a superb ebook, 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 your entire 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 put up on the best Airbnbs in Tasmania. Or possibly you’d wish to plan a full Tasmanian road trip.
