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Steeles Island Retreat

3.5 star property
Family fun on the beach

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The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom | Living area
The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom | Living area
The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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20 River St, Carlton, TAS, 7173
  • Place, Tiger Head Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Red Ochre Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Primrose Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Beach Cottage 1

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom

The Beach Homestead, 7 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 650 sq m
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 28
  • 7 Double Beds, 8 Single Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Beach Cottage 2

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Carlton

A family-friendly stay in Carlton awaits you at Steeles Island Retreat. You'll be 4.9 km (3 mi) from Red Ochre Beach and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Spectacle Islands Nature Reserve. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a private beach, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .7 bathrooms, furnished balconies or patios and flat-screen TVs are featured in all 3 soundproofed homes. In-room dining is easy with kitchens that come equipped with fridges, microwaves and stovetops. You'll find nice touches like free toiletries and premium bedding to enhance your stay. Coffee/tea makers, rice cookers and portable fans are also available. Housekeeping is not available. .This beach holiday home offers a terrace, a garden and barbecues. 2368 square feet (220 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include a sauna, a picnic area and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Carlton holiday home include Tiger Head Beach and Primrose Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Tiger Head Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Red Ochre Beach - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Spectacle Islands Nature Reserve - 14 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Primrose Beach - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Isle of Caves Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Bums - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Richmond Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dodgy Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Harlequin Alley - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Steeles Island Retreat

Family fun on the beach
Steeles Island Retreat offers its guests a private beach and a sauna. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Steeles Island Retreat. Free self parking is available.
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 2368 sq ft of conference space
  • 220 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Steeles Island Retreat offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private white sand beach

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • 2,368 square feet of conference space
  • Desk
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the holiday home before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Steeles Island Retreat House Carlton
Steeles Island Retreat House
Steeles Island Retreat Carlton
Steeles Island Retreat Carlton
Steeles Island Retreat Private vacation home
Steeles Island Retreat Private vacation home Carlton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Steeles Island Retreat?

Yep, Steeles Island Retreat has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Steeles Island Retreat?

As of 31 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steeles Island Retreat on 8 Jan 2026 start from NZ$245.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Steeles Island Retreat?

The closest beach to Steeles Island Retreat is Primrose Beach (1.9 km).

What makes Steeles Island Retreat a romantic place to stay?

A private beach, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Steeles Island Retreat.

Is Steeles Island Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a private beach, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Steeles Island Retreat is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Steeles Island Retreat?

No, Steeles Island Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Steeles Island Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Steeles Island Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just magic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Rhonda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The access road on the property is unsafe. There is a bridge that cannot be structurally sound. The access path to the beach was impassable - it was overgrown and dangerous. The fridge in the cabin was turned up so high that all of the fresh food we bought with us froze and was ruined.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottage on the beach. Washer and dryer was a happy bonus. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Micheal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location , unit very clean but could do with an up date , and around the unit cleared... Double bed very small and uncomfortable... But absolutely beattiful area..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Andy, Singapore

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
If you are looking for rustic, this is it. But it is not a place for winter season coz there is only 1 blower for the entire unit and no electric blanket. It was raining on the night we stayed and needless to say, we were freezing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Vicki

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Cottage would benefit from some TLC. - Update TV - Bathroom door very hard to close - Sliding door and fly door need new rollers - Dining chairs very wobbly Plenty of supplies, clean and easy check in, check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to the beach access. Private. Full kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018