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In North West Tasmania, Long Johns Cottage offers a serene farm stay experience. Unwind in your private garden with chickens to feed and explore the nearby dam. This charming 1920's cottage features a wood heater for cozy nights, a family BBQ on the porch, and modern bathroom amenities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage

This beautiful 2 bedroom 1920’s cottage, set on approx 60 acres in North West Tasmania, has been lovingly restored and feels like a home away from home. Hang out in your own farm stay with private garden and feed your chickens or wonder down to the dam.

This popular cottage will suit a small family, couples, small group or extended groups using our other accommodation. Children are welcome. We include cot, highchair & toys, please request. This cottage is heated by a central wood heater with backup reverse cycle air conditioner.

The kitchen is simple with a portable electric hot plate along with other handy appliances, microwave, small fridge and located on porch a family BBQ with gas wok burner on side.

This accommodation is unique as it has its own fenced gardens including a chook house and swing set.
Long Johns Cottage is very cozy and has a modern bathroom including a laundry nook with a washing machine.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,260 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 DA114/2016

About the area

Sassafras, a neighbourhood in Devonport, is home to this cottage. Home Hill and Don River Railway are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at La Villa Wines and Devonport Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider House of Anvers and Bass Strait Maritime Centre. Visit our Devonport travel guide
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Sassafras, TAS

What's nearby

  • Kart Magic Raceway
    5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Latrobe Fine Art Gallery
    7 min drive - 11.3 km
  • House of Anvers
    8 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame
    8 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Devonport Regional Gallery
    13 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Railton Station
    19 min drive
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Crowded Lounge
    7 min drive
  • Banjo's Bakery Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Belly’s Bar n Grill
    7 min drive
  • House of Anvers Chocolate Factory
    7 min drive
  • Limestone Cafe Bakery
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage located?

Set in Devonport, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kart Magic Raceway, House of Anvers and Latrobe Fine Art Gallery. Long Hill Conservation Area and Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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A Cottage of comfort on historic farm -Long John Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

laura b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage to stay for a couple of days. Comfy beds, great shower and everything is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

George d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend away

It was a lovely weekend away with my partner, truly a magical spot and highly recommended for anyone who loves the chill and relaxed atmosphere and scenery of an old farmstead and cottage, as well as the horses, ducks and chickens on the property as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was amazing and very helpful. The cottage was well appointed with little extras. We were visited by a couple of the local spiders which are harmless but look scary. The surroundings are beautiful. Near to most amenities. A prettty cottage and lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely farm stay. Love the farm garden walk and fresh eggs. Cooking amenities for simple cooking only. Bbq is easy though.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm stay perfect for exploring the Food Trail

Hosts Stacey and Michael have created a perfect place to stay within minutes of the Food Trail. We stayed at Long John’s Cottage which was as described with everything we needed for a cosy and peaceful place to stay. Stacey kindly showed us around the property, meeting their horses and the resident duck. There is a beautiful outlook from their other residences which you can stay in, including a dam and scenic mountain views. Be sure to purchase some of the delicious farm honey. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was absolutely outstanding in welcoming us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beds really comfortable and the heating was great especially with a combustion
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Extremely well organised. Easy booking, checkin and communication. Beautifully presented cottage with everything exceeding our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our family stay

We loved staying here. There was so many opportunities for us to do without even leaving the farm. Will definitely be back to stay! I highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable clean and warm

Charming cottage, within driving distance to lots of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stacey was a very helpful host and was easy to contact whenever we needed help. The cottage itself was beautiful and had all the amenities we required. There were also lots of spaces on the farm that we enjoyed exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely farmstay, the fire made the space feel cosy and warm and it had everything we needed. Very clean and Stacey was very easy to communicate with. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely delightful staying here. Most comfortable accommodation we've had in a long time. Heater on and house warm when we arrived. Loved having the wood fire going with the farm views out the windows. Cannot fault the owners who were polite, friendly and helpful. Thank you for having us on your farm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jean T.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025