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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Madsen Retreat in Penguin offers family rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and free WiFi. Wellness and Leisure: Guests can relax at the spa and wellness centre, sun terrace, and lush garden. Additional facilities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities. Convenient Location: Located 34 km from Burnie Wynyard Airport, the property is a 9-minute walk from Penguin Beach. Nearby attractions include Devonport Oval at 32 km. Exceptional Service: Highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent breakfast, Madsen Retreat provides private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, and room service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed or 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed Bedroom 2 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed Bedroom 3 1 large double bed Bedroom 4 2 large double beds |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Meng-houng
Australia
“They gave us a personal welcome and brought our bags up the stairs. There were a lot of complementary drinks and snacks provided. Great location with free parking. Very safe and secure.” - Mark
Australia
“Ting was a lovely host. Nothing too much trouble. Location was great for the town of Penguin. Penguin is a great quiet spot on the north coast.” - Arthur
Australia
“The Madsen Retreat is close to village of penguin, an easy 5 minute walk to the beach. Breakfast was good with a selection from the continental menu to choose from. Ting was very nice, helpful and friendly, ready to assist with anything needed....” - Andrea
Australia
“Great location, with lovely views over to the water” - Vicki
Australia
“Clean, quiet, great location, hassle free check in and out” - Helen
Australia
“Ting was very friendly and provided through information on how to enter property after hours due to late booking and even later arrival. My continental breakfast was amazing, the best l've experienced when staying in Australia. l thoroughly...” - Beatrice
Australia
“Place is absolutely gorgeous! It's very private and relaxing, rooms are spacious and sparkly clean! They have everything you need to make yourself a cuppa and some toast. There's a massive shared kitchen downstairs. There's a fully fenced backyard...” - Jennifer
Australia
“The included continental breakfast that was delivered to our rooms was very generous and extensive. Lovely and fresh. Ting was very friendly and helpful in providing any assistance or information we needed about the area.” - Steven
Australia
“the outlook even on a rainy day was great & location was excellent” - Anna
Australia
“Ting was very helpful and welcoming. Breakfast was a lovely inclusion. Although dated, the House was very clean and modern furnishings. We were very comfortable.”

Managed by Christopher Whitelaw and TingTing Cao are the Owners and Ting is the Manager.
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
Please note that there is a 1.9% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.
Please note that there is a limit of one dog. Pets can only be accommodated inside the guest house if they are fully house trained and are not allowed on beds or furniture. There is a single kennel provided outside for your pet. You must bring your own pet bedding and bowls.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Madsen Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
License number: Central Coast Council DA216038