Elegant and scenic floating boat house

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.9

About this property

Elegant and Scenic Floating Boat House: The Elegant and Scenic Floating Boat House in Kettering offers a unique experience with a terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy sea and mountain views, air-conditioning, and a balcony. Comfortable Accommodation: The property features family rooms with one bedroom and a bathroom. Each room includes a kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and microwave. Additional amenities include a dining area, work desk, and free toiletries. Convenient Location: Located 50 km from Hobart Airport, the boat house is near attractions such as Hobart Convention and Entertainment Centre (32 km) and Theatre Royal (34 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the boat house for sailing, boating, its convenient location, and the quietness of the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    “A little piece of heaven. Such an absolute treat to ourselves for our 37th anniversary.”
  • Ann
    Australia Australia
    “The boat house is situated in a quaint little port with beautiful views across the harbour. The property is stylishly appointed with beautiful linen, a comfortable bed and great kitchen. Even has its own swans to greet you. A very unique...”
  • Philip
    Australia Australia
    “Location fabulous, accommodation spotless, booking and key info easy to follow.”
  • Annabelle
    Ireland Ireland
    “Excellent location, house design and interior - David was a wonderful, helpful host. Spectacular views of the boats and lovely to be amongst the harbour activity whilst also enjoying the peacefulness of the night.”
  • Elspeth
    Australia Australia
    “A wonderful place to spend a few days of peace and beauty”
  • Emily
    Australia Australia
    “So unique and a very comfortable home. Wish we had booked for a longer stay.”
  • Christine
    Australia Australia
    “Beautifully clean and lovely property. Awesome welcome”
  • Alistair
    Australia Australia
    “Idyllic location, fantastic facilities, and friendly owners. It is a brilliant place to stay.”
  • Lincoln
    Australia Australia
    “Wonderful place to stay - nice outlook and comfortable house on the water.”
  • Julia
    Australia Australia
    “Everything about the stay was wonderful. It is ideally located close to the Bruny ferry and yet so quiet and peaceful. The layout of the houseboat is delightful and the decor is beautiful and thoughtful. We borrowed the esky for our trip to Bruny...”

Hosted by Karen

9.5
Host review score
Karen
You can't get any closer to the water. This extremely well appointed floating house boat is berthed in beautiful Kettering. Use it as a base to explore Bruny Island and the channel. Enjoy a comfy retreat in a magical setting. “We are so happy we stumbled upon this gem” ~ recent guest. Wake up to the gentle swell of the ocean. Fish from your front patio. Meet the local black swans on their rounds. Your floating boat house is strongly tethered to pontoons. You can walk straight onto it from land. Custom built by a master shipwright - one of a kind! An experience unmatched in Tasmania.
Hello and welcome Making your stay enjoyable and memorable is my main priority. David the house boat owner has asked me to help him host this property. Please contact me if you have any questions about your stay. Angelo and Ruth will be on site most of the time to answer any questions. You can contact me through Airbnb at any time. Early check-in may be available, depending on bookings. Please ask. Enjoy your stay! This is David's house boat. David owns the office and apartment complex behind. Angelo and Ruth live in the house boat next door and are usually around to answer any questions you may have.
Kettering is a hamlet built around a pretty harbour 30km south of Hobart. There are four cafes, a pub with meals, a post office and shop within a 5 to 10 minute walk. Private parking on site. Infrequent local bus to and from Hobart. Next door to the ferry to Bruny Island. The ferry to Bruny Island is free for passengers without a car.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 480 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 480 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.