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Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

4.0 star property
Douglas River beachfront accommodations with kitchens

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Situated by the ocean, Sandpiper Ocean Cottages is a great choice for a stay in Douglas River. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite surfing/body boarding. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodations offer conveniences like kitchens and washers/dryers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Internet access
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • 6 smoke-free accommodations
  • On the beach
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Washer/dryer

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Ocean View Cottage) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, iron/ironing board

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

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Beachcomber Cottage) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, iron/ironing board

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

  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Beach House) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, iron/ironing board

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

  • Ocean view
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 5 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Driftwood Cottage) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, iron/ironing board

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

  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18546 Tasman Highway, Douglas River, TAS, 7215

What's nearby

  • Denison Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Denison Rivulet Conservation Area - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • East Coast Natureworld - 1 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 8 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Peggy’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Long Boat Tavern Bicheno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tasmanian Coastal Seafoods - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Bay Patisserie - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

  • Situated by the ocean, Sandpiper Ocean Cottages is a great choice for a stay in Douglas River. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite surfing/body boarding. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodations offer conveniences like kitchens and washers/dryers.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 6 units
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
PETS

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • WiFi available (AUD 20 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow top mattress

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

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 accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Surfing/body boarding on site
  • 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

  • 6 rooms
  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2000

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for AUD 20.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for AUD 20 per stay (rates may vary)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay

Policies

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 accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

This property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

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

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

Does Sandpiper Ocean Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sandpiper Ocean Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as surfing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Sandpiper Ocean Cottages have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around Sandpiper Ocean Cottages like?

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages is a short 1-minute walk from Denison Beach and 5 minutes' walk from Denison Rivulet Conservation Area.

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Reviews

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed meeting the hosts/owners. It was a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying what the area had to offer.
Tracey, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic getaway

Our stay started off with a warm welcome at check in from John and his trusty sidekick Rex. To our surprise we were given an amazing hamper of locally sourced essentials and treats. Things only got better from there. The cottage was extremely well equipped and very comfortable, it felt like a home away from home. The fireplace made the cottage so warm and cosy when the sun went down. We awoke to see a pad
Nash, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Vicki, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Peace Haven

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
Teena, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the beach and close to Bicheno. Very quiet and peaceful spot
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Relaxing holiday home

Very peaceful location. Lovely welcome breakfast pack. Great cooking facilities.
Leslie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Magical stay

Magical - location and house! Everything needed and clean.
Isana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the breakfast basket and very close to the beach. Wish we stayed longer. Comfy bed. Austar. Loved it
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location, close to beach

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.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy cottage with all a family needs

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.
Sharon, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Walk over the dunes to lovely beach

Very comfortable unit quite new very quiet and cosy
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great pla

Wonderful location on a beautiful beach. Really helpful and friendly owners. Comfortable bed and the wood fire was nice to have burning
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach front accommodation

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.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very good accomodation very close to beach

Very good cottages everything you need, private, short walk to fab beach, pet friendly, will return
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely cottages close to the beach

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!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable accommodation

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beachside paradise

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

So quiet and relaxing. Beautiful and peaceful

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to relax

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

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.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Un cadre idyllique!

Magnifique cottage au bord d'une plage splendide ! Chambres propres, spacieuses et calmes, pièce de vie conviviale....Le tout sur un jardin très bien entretenu. Les propriétaires sont sympathiques et très disponibles. La nuitée est un peu chère mais le service et la situation sont parfaits!