Woodbridge on the Derwent
Tasmania, Australia
Woodbridge on the Derwent
Located on the banks of Tasmania’s beautiful Derwent River
Woodbridge on the Derwent is a grand Georgian mansion set on the banks of Tasmania’s Derwent River just a 30-minute drive from Hobart. With just nine suites, spectacular views over the valley and fine food, this enchanting hotel is perfectly placed to experience Tasmania's unique wildlife and wilderness at nearby Mt Field National Park.
Steeped in convict history, Australia’s colonial affairs feel locked into the many antiques and artefacts preserved in Woodbridge on the Derwent. The reading room is a delightful spot to relax next to a crackling fire, plus, there is a telescope to view the coming and goings on the river. In the summer, sit in the picturesque flower gardens with the magical sound of the gentle trickling water in the background.
Nearby, Mt Field National Park is home to Russell Falls where you can see numerous indigenous marsupials and mammals. Take one of the hotel’s gourmet picnics and a bottle of wine on a wildlife expedition. Return to Woodbridge on the Derwent for a delicious supper made from fresh local produce.
At a glance
Location
In New Norfolk, 30 minutes’ drive from the Hobart waterfront, and 45 minutes / 35 kms from Hobart International Airport.
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Things to enjoy
Wildlife experiences,gourmet cooking school, wine tasting, whisky tasting, fly fishing, wine tours, cycling, golfing, kayaking, boat cruising, antique shopping.
Services
Woodbridge is one of the oldest buildings in Australia. Convict built in 1825, Heritage listed and restored in an Australian award winning restoration to its original confi guration,
Woodbridge is perfectly suited as a small hotel.
Original hallways lead to a total of 9 rooms and
suites, each as unique as Woodbridge itself. Every
room has wonderful river views and Woodbridge
boasts a total of 13 working fireplaces. The Reading
Room, Ballroom and Supper Room, and the
glorious gardens cascading down to the river and the
extensive esplanade walks, offer guests an abundance
and variety of communal areas.
Hosting a maximum of 18 guests, ‘The
Woodbridge Experience’ is warmly welcoming and
personal. Guests quickly feel ‘at home’ as they sink
into the deep lounges. Service is unobtrusive and
tailored to your requirements. In our newly completed Pavilion over the river, our ‘breakfasts worth waking for’ are legendary and our dinners feature fresh Tasmanian produce and the depth of flavor
only delivered by ‘slow food’ methods. Our local wines
and beers are world-class.
Functionally, Woodbridge has every modern
amenity – Internet access in every suite, TV, DVD,
CD, heating and cooling, all of the features you
would expect of a Small Luxury Hotel, together with
personal service and attention to detail.
Woodbridge on the Derwent is the perfect base
for exploring all of Southern Tasmania. Staying at
Woodbridge is just the beginning …
The beauty of the Derwent Valley by day,
and the luxury of the Woodbridge fireside at night
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On-site facilities
Languages spoken
Dining
Tasmania is renowned for the quality of its produce, and this fresh local produce is the basis for in-house dining in the riverfront Pavilion at Woodbridge. Personal service, beautifully balanced set menus, with complementing local wines and ales, make for a memorable experience.
Reservations can also be arranged with local restaurants, and Hobart dining is also available. Open from 18:30 to 21:00.
The Restaurant
Tasmania is renowned for the quality of its produce, and this fresh local produce is the basis for in-house dining at Woodbridge. Personal service, beautifully balanced set menus, with complementing local wines and ales, make for a memorable experience. In-house dining, four courses for AUD 80 per person, by arrangement. Reservations can be arranged with local restaurants, and Hobart dining is also available. Open from 18:30 to 21:00.
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Leisure
Fly fishing. Kayaking. Jet boat. Bush walking. Lawn bowls. Golf, Cycling,
Activities
- Bike Riding - On Site
- Clay Pigeon Shooting - Nearby
- Freshwater Fishing - On Site
- Horse Riding - Within 10 Miles / 15 Km
- Jacuzzi - On Site
- Outdoor Swimming Pool - Nearby
- Tennis - Nearby
- Sea Fishing - Within 10 Miles / 15 Km
Meetings and Business
Woodbridge is perfect for your small conference or meeting. The Pavilion has a dedicated meeting area, and the dining area, supper room and Ballroom provide a variety of rooms. Large screen TV. VCR and DVDInternet in every suite with email access
Caring Luxury
OUR ENVIRONMENTAL POSITION
At Woodbridge we take our responsibilities seriously. We are not interested in environmental credentials or posturing. We believe in action. The renovation of our wonderful 1825 heritage listed building is in itself a grand example of recycling, and it will provide use for at least another two centuries. Within the building we have re-used timber, furniture and fittings wherever possible. We recycle paper, glass and plastics. We minimise our power use with timers and low energy use appliances and equipment. We have double glazed windows and insulated ceilings, walls and floors wherever possible to conserve energy. Our showers and baths are chosen to minimise water use. Our light bulbs are low wattage, our heating and cooling as energy efficient as possible. We fit our rooms with ceiling fans as a low energy cooling alternative.
Our gardens are watered with drippers and sprinklers positioned, timed and programmed to minimize water wastage At our rural annexe property, Truffle Lodge, we have planted over 600 trees, and are working with Greening Australia to rehabilitate the river banks and re-establish native plantings. We are keenly aware of the privilege of the clean air and pure water that we enjoy in Tasmania
Near Woodbridge on the Derwent
Local antique markets, the world’s tallest hardwood trees, fishing, the oldest golf course outside Scotland, campfire breakfast at our riverside truffle orchard, Port Arthur historic site.
