Herons Rise Vineyard - Kettering, Tasmania

wovenbyr

We stayed here in February 2023 and wrote a very different review. This time there was faceless contact all online. Problem number one - I use my prepay mobile as a phone and not to access data. Because the managers choose to insist that their clients work the way they want to work I had to twice load my phone so that I could access minimal information about the property. Also the internet was absolutely useless and kept falling out. The managers did not want to supply enough toilet paper for the length of our trip, however were forced to back down as they had made this promise in their product statement on Booking.com. We had to empty the dustbin, which had previous visitors rubbish happily rotting and stinking. Seriously this was not luxury and an absolute pain in the posterior, so much so we left early because they faceless manager made our stay so awful. This was not value for money and this is the absolute reverse of how I felt when we stayed here in 2023.

GlendaC673

So glad we chose Herons Rise for our 3 nights in Kettering. Its in a wonderful location from which to explore southern Tasmania or for a day trip to Bruny Island. We visited at the end of August - a perfect time to go as the wattle was in bloom, there were daffodils, jonquils and other bulbs flowering everywhere, pink and white blossom trees and new born spring lambs in many of the fields and paddocks. So pretty! We were fortunate to have cool, sunny days. The nights were very cold but the Studio with its wood fire was toasty warm, beautifully furnished with everything we might need and very comfortable. We loved its position past the vineyard and our miniature donkey neighbours. Helen, our host was friendly, generous and so helpful with advice on places to eat and visit. We particularly liked The Conservatory in Cygnet for lunch after a pretty drive along the coast, dinner at the Oyster Cove Inn and our visit to the Raptor Refuge. Breakfast was great with eggs from the chickens but if you want some bacon to go with them, there's a great IGA at Snug if you're on your way from Hobart with just about anything you may need. I really hope we manage to go back for another stay.

wovenbyr

Magnificent views, great miniature donkeys, and wonderful helpful people and great chickens. So peaceful, so comfortable and warm a great pk]lace to stay. We booked online via Stayz and Helen could not have been more helpful when we arrived. Studio apartment was so comfortable.

paulcU578CP

Stayed for 1 week. Helen, the host was extremely welcoming and had lots of great suggestions for places to visit which we would not have known about without her vast local knowledge. The Studio Cottage was really cosy and warm. Helen had started the wood fired heater before we arrived which was a great start to our stay. They have lots of animals on the farm including cows, donkeys, chickens and ducks. We got to hand feed the cows in the afternoons, which was a new experience for us. Overall a beautiful place to stay and unwind yet close enough to enjoy everything south Tassie has to offer.

rabbit59

Beautiful accommodation. Hosts were very gracious in allowing us to cancel with full refund in 2021 at very short notice due to Covid. We rebooked for 2022 and we’re delighted that we did. All communications were friendly, prompt and helpful. Great jumping off point for a day trip to Bruny Island. Would be happy to stay again if we return to Tasmania.

Nicole M.

We absolutely loved our stay at Herons Rise Vineyard! It was our favourite accommodation on our trip around Tasmania. The little cottage that we stayed in was so private and comfortable. Helen (new owners) stocked our fridge with the most delicious foods for breakfast and we were so delighted by the personal touches she added to make our stay even more special.

The only regret we had was only staying one night! On our next trip to Tassie we will definitely be back to stay longer. Being so close to Hobart and other beautiful towns, this is a great place to base yourself for a few days.

Do yourself a favour and stay here, you won't regret it. Peaceful, comfortable and a special place to stay. Thank you Helen for having us and we can't wait to come back!

Andre S.

A little gem of a find in Kettering. The wine loft is spacious yet cosy, with warm wooden floors and a very effective fireplace. An excellent perch above the resident cows and donkeys, with views across to the channel. Helen is also a very welcoming host! Look forward to visiting again.

glasby_d

A beautifully secluded setting just one kilometre from the highway. Easy to find and a good all weather access road up to, and through the property. Lovely views ranging from mountain, rural, and channel vistas. Communication with your host is excellent, and starts before your intended arrival date. The property has two accommodation options, a one bedroom cottage, and a two bedroom loft over a seperate barn. We stayed in the studio cottage. It’s set at the furthest point inside the property, surrounded on one side by lawn and fruit trees, and the other by lawn and native trees overlooking pastures with cattle and sheep. You pass the vineyard and main house on the way in. Helen will meet you at the clock tower for check in, then meet you at the cottage to show you through and answer any questions regarding your stay. You are free to stroll around the acreage, just remember to leave all gates as you find them. The two donkeys will be friendly and love pats. A highlight is at twilight, when native animal enter the garden and go about feeding just outside the large windows. No need for the tv. The cottage has everything you need for a most comfortable and enjoyable stay. I suggest a late check out, as the morning with the sun streaming in is the best time to enjoy the view. I will definitely be coming back again.