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Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

4.0 star property
Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Beachcomber Cottage) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Beach House) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Ocean View Cottage) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Ocean View Cottage)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Pillowtop bed
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Beachcomber Cottage) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Beachcomber Cottage)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Pillowtop bed
  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Sandpiper Cottage)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Beach House) | Terrace/patio

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Beach House)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 5 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Driftwood Cottage)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Driftwood Cottage) | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Driftwood Cottage)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Pillowtop bed
  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
18546 Tasman Highway, Douglas River, TAS, 7215

What's nearby

  • Denison Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • East Coast Natureworld - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Edge Bakery Bicheno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Shed East Coast Wine Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront at Bicheno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Food & Brew Bicheno - ‬7 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.

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
Guests at this beach cottage will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. All 6 accommodations have 3 bedrooms and feature WiFi. Guests will find kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Housekeeping is not available.
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages offers 6 accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Douglas River cottage provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include minibars and coffee/tea makers.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi (AUD 20 per stay)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 20 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total
  • Fee: AUD 10 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • 6 units
  • Built in 2000
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 20.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 20 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: AUD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Douglas River
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages House Douglas River
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages House
dpiper Ocean s Douglas River
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Cottage
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Douglas River
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Cottage Douglas River

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandpiper Ocean Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of AUD 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sandpiper Ocean Cottages located?

Nestled on the beach, this Douglas River cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Denison Beach and Denison Rivulet Conservation Area. Redbill Beach and Apsley Conservation Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Really enjoyed meeting the hosts/owners. It was a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying what the area had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Sandpiper Cottages are set in a secluded little haven just outside Bicheno. The cabins have everything you need and the welcome basket was a winderful addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Fantastic stay for my family of 4. Cottage was clean, well appointed, comfortable beds and very warm heaters. Short walk to a beautiful beach and short drive to Bicheno. Loved the welcome basket, and would recommend Sandoiper Cottages highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Absolutely amazing place that I really don’t want to share with anyone. So peacefully quiet, only minutes from Bicheno by car, super clean and comfy bedding. The private beach access was spectacular and a breakfast hamper on arrival was nicely packed with local produce
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

The fireplace with ready logs, the super comfy beds, the wonderful heating system in every room, the well equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, induction stove, washing machine with detergent. Short walk to a white sandy beach which feels like a private beach. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

Great location on the beach and close to Bicheno. Very quiet and peaceful spot
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10

Very peaceful location. Lovely welcome breakfast pack. Great cooking facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

Magical - location and house! Everything needed and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10

Loved the breakfast basket and very close to the beach. Wish we stayed longer. Comfy bed. Austar. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This place is just lovely, the owners are very friendly and quite helpful. The cottage was quite extensive with a lot of furnishings and kitchen utensils. A gourmet basket is provied on arrival, including eggs from their chickens! and, freshly baked scones were provided. Great place, will definitely Crome back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Because we're not the rustic style types we booked the newer, accessible 2 br cottage, called 'Hanalei'. Comfortably, sensibly and attractively furnished with everything we (three of us, including two teenagers) needed. Thoughtful inclusions in the kitchen to make self-catering easier, plus the offer at reception to help out with extras like spices. Roll-in/out shower and ramp access to entrance of course. Surprisingly spacious especially in the bathroom/laundry. 10km drive to Bicheno which I decided I didn't want to do at night - so we stayed in and watched DVDs from the library at reception. Comfy beds. Verandah overlooking park-like grounds populated by foraging chooks and with quirky features. Stroll through grounds to gorgeous Denison Beach. This place would be magnificent in summer when guests could best take advantage of the outdoors, but we found the cottage cosy and comfy in cold weather too with three very effective wall panel heaters. No dishwasher, which did not trouble me. Only concern was finding that some items in the kitchen cupboards had not been washed properly by a previous guest (a problem often found in serviced accommodation). Otherwise the whole cottage was perfectly clean. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Very comfortable unit quite new very quiet and cosy
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Wonderful location on a beautiful beach. Really helpful and friendly owners. Comfortable bed and the wood fire was nice to have burning
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Fantastic three bedroom accommodation with access to an amazing coast line, so private but only 7 kms from the lovely little sea side village of Bicheno where we were able to buy fresh sea food from the wharf. We were three friends travelling together so it was great to have our own rooms. We had a fantastic stay for the three nights. I would love to come back and spend a week.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Very good cottages everything you need, private, short walk to fab beach, pet friendly, will return
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Lovely comfortable cottages, well maintained, clean and with everything you could need. Easy access to beach, which is stunning! Only a minutes walk from the property. Definitely recommend. Only negative is the WiFi is quite slow, of course you don't go there to be on the internet all day, but was difficult to check emails etc. But that was the only negative. Truly amazing place, we will definitely be returning!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Excellent facilities and with a breathtaking view of a crystal clear ocean with white sand! Would definitely come back again to the Ocean View Cottage!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The cottage was clean and comfortable. It had a very short walk to the beach. The kitchen was very well set up. Would suit singles to families.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This place is comfortable and lovely. It is closed to the beach but a little off town area but is not a problem if u drive. It includes a fully functional kitchenette and laundry. Something which all families will need. Only thing was the toilet was not flushing on the last day of stay. But the owner responded quickly when we reported the issue. Will definitely stay again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

A very relaxing paradise by the beach near Bicheno. The cottages were well equipped and the log fire on the cool night was lovely. A short stroll down to the beach to watch the spectacular sunrise.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Friendly welcome. Secluded, well set out grounds and great beach for long walks. Close to other tourists attractions, but not too close. We really enjoyed our stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Right from check in we were made very welcome. The small details make the cottages a delight to stay at. Close enough for activities and to go out for meals and far enough away to enjoy the peaceful gardens and seclusion on the beach. We would definately stay again would loved to have stayed longer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

A wonderful place to stay . Well located a minutes walk to the beach. Also close to Freycinet National Park. The cottage had wonderful, comfy beds and was extremely well fitted out with BBQ facilities and all you need for self catering, Tony was a great host with excellent tips on things to do, would highly recommend this place to stay.