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‘Star Cottage’ historic, cosy and walking distance to CBD/Salamanca
Family-friendly vacation home in Hobart
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Tucked away in a quiet no-through road, Star Cottage offers a warm and luxurious stay in the heart of Sandy Bay. This historic 1837 convict cottage combines Georgian charm with modern comforts like heated towel rails and a gas fire. Enjoy unlimited WiFi, fresh coffee from the SMEG machine, or unwind on the sun-drenched deck overlooking private gardens.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4990 sq ft
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PLN-04-01153-01
About the neighborhood
Sandy Bay, a neighborhood in Hobart, is home to this vacation home. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Constitution Dock. Traveling with kids? Consider Zone 3 Laser Games, or check out an event or a game at Domain Tennis Centre.

Sandy Bay, TAS
What's nearby
- Salamanca Market - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Salamanca Place - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Constitution Dock - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Wrest Point Casino - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
- Hobart Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe - 6 min walk
- Me Wah Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Bento - 8 min walk
- Hungry Jack's - 4 min walk
- Doctor Syntax - 6 min walk
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‘Star Cottage’ historic, cosy and walking distance to CBD/Salamanca Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andre J.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter holiday
Andre J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
L K.
Apr 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
L K.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tess O.
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tess O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
May 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Scott C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally B.
Nov 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend in Hobart
Sally B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Cottage
Margaret G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sonya P.
Oct 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real star!
Sonya P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise K.
Mar 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stars
Louise K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Robyn V.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Cottage
Robyn V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ciaran W.
Aug 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Star St
Ciaran W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Charming Stay in this Perfect Location
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ange
Sep 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ange
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
Alison S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brett V.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay!
Brett V.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H., Fairlight NSW Australia
Nov 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November week in Hobart
Amanda H.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Annie S.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Tucked away in Sandy Bay
Annie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katrina N.
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in perfect location
Katrina N.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Milton
Feb 18, 2024
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