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Blue Horizon Retreat - Close to CBD&Airport

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Interior
Living area
Dining
Room
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Sandy Bay, Tasmania
  • Place, Mount Nelson Lookout
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tasmania
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrest Point Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Blue Horizon Retreat - Close to CBD&Airport

Summary:

Welcome to our stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house in Sandy Bay, offering panoramic sea views over the Derwent waters. This spacious home features a large living room and balcony with floor-to-ceiling windows, three bedrooms with breathtaking sea views, and a children’s room with a bunk bed and toys. With a fully equipped kitchen, washer, dryer, smart TV, and family-friendly amenities, this home is perfect for relaxing getaways. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Hobart city center and Salamanca Market.



The Space:

Escape to our beautiful Sandy Bay retreat, a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home designed to offer an unforgettable stay. Enjoy sweeping views of the Derwent waters from the comfort of the large living room, which boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, or step out onto the balcony to soak in the serene beauty of the coast. Three of the four bedrooms offer spectacular sea views, including one on the ground floor with a queen and single bed, and three upstairs bedrooms with queen beds. The children’s room upstairs is a delight for younger guests, complete with toys, books, and a bunk bed (double below, single above), along with stunning views of the water.



The house is fully equipped for comfort and convenience, with a modern kitchen for preparing meals, a washer and dryer for laundry, and a spacious living area featuring a large smart TV, NBN, gaming console, and an array of board games for family fun. Whether you're planning a family holiday or a peaceful retreat, this home has everything you need.



Sandy Bay is one of Hobart’s most sought-after areas, known for its coastal beauty and proximity to local attractions. Just a 10-minute drive from Hobart's city center and Salamanca Market, and 5 minutes from local shopping, 30 minutes to the airport. It’s the ideal location to explore the best the area has to offer. Plus, it’s only a 30-minute drive from the airport, making your travel convenient. Enjoy easy access to nearby attractions like Mount Wellington, MONA, and Tasmania’s renowned wildlife parks from this beautiful retreat.



Guest Access:

lease treat the home with love and respect, as you would your own. Bin day is on Monday it will be very appreciated if you can help us to put bins outside on the street of the house on Sunday night, thank you! Enjoy your trip :)



Getting Around:

Sandy Bay is one of Hobart’s most desirable suburbs, known for its stunning waterfront views, elegant homes, and proximity to key attractions. It offers a peaceful, residential atmosphere while being only 10 minutes from Hobart’s city center and Salamanca Market. With its nearby shopping center just 5 minutes away, you have easy access to supermarkets, boutique shops, and local eateries.



For those who enjoy the outdoors, Sandy Bay is close to scenic beaches like Long Beach and Nutgrove Beach, perfect for a relaxing stroll or a family day out. The area is also home to the historic Wrest Point Casino, which offers fine dining and entertainment.



In Hobart itself, you can explore famous spots like the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), a must-see for art lovers. Just outside Hobart, Mount Wellington (Kunanyi) offers breathtaking views over the city and harbor, and the Tasman Peninsula features incredible landscapes and the historic Port Arthur site.



Additionally, Sandy Bay’s proximity to Hobart’s waterfront makes it easy to join boat tours, including trips to Bruny Island, known for its wildlife and rugged coastlines. All these destinations are just a short drive or ferry ride away, making Sandy Bay an ideal base for exploring southern Tasmania.



Other Things to Note:

Elderly people can use the stairs on the left in the front of the house. Please keep an eye on your little ones, as the slope here is quite steep for them. Make sure to be extra cautious, especially on rainy days.

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About the area

Hobart

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Sandy Bay, a neighbourhood in Hobart. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery and Caldew Park are also worth visiting.
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Sandy Bay, Tasmania

What's nearby

  • Mount Nelson Lookout - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Truganini Conservation Area - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Tasmania - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wrest Point Casino - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Long Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 25 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayfair Tavern Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Station Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Liv-Eat - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tasmanian Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Frances K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view! Loved the little sunroom at the front - very warm and cosy of a morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Casiano S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this property last week. The house is an older-style home and could use a little TLC in places, but it was clean, very spacious, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay including a full laundry (with washing powder provided) and good wifi and mobile signal.The view was absolutely awesome and definitely a highlight. Communication with the host was great. Tips for future guests: the area is very hilly, so we recommend backing up the driveway in 4WD or park on the street. Pick up your basics from Coles and Dan’s, just 5 mins away.Overall, we had a great stay and appreciated the space and the beautiful outlook.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2026
Thank you for your stay!
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8/10 Good

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The biggest drawcard for this property are the views (amazing!) and space (plenty)!The rooms were clean but not always spotless (if that is high on your list!). The carpet, rugs and furnishings are a little dated compared to other house listings in the area around the same price. However, the beds, chairs and couches were comfortable and the furnishings very adequate. Just a warning that the driveway is extremely steep and you can only drive up it if you have a 4-wheel drive (which we didn't!). Walking down the driveway can be a little dangerous especially in wet weather (which we had 2 days of) and when wheeling the garbage bin down the driveway for collection (on Sunday night). Overall we had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend this property for a large family or group who are physically able to walk up and down a very steep driveway. The host was very easy to deal with and responded in a timely manner.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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