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Low Head Pilot Station

4.0 star property
Beachfront cottage with restaurant, near Low Head Conservation Area

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Low Head Pilot Station puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Low Head Pilot Station Maritime Museum and Pilots Bay. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Low Head Seafood Shack, which serves seafood and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (11)

  • 9 smoke-free accommodations
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Second bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker

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About the neighborhood

Map
399 Low Head Rd, Low Head, TAS, 7253

What's nearby

  • Low Head Conservation Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Low Head Pilot Station Maritime Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pilots Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Low Head Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marion's Vineyard - 31 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 59 min drive
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Cafe - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Tamar Cakes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tasman Fish & Chip Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cupboard Bakery - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Don Mario’s - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Low Head Pilot Station

  • Low Head Pilot Station puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Low Head Pilot Station Maritime Museum and Pilots Bay. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Low Head Seafood Shack, which serves seafood and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 9 units
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • For any questions, please contact the property 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
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool access

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Children's books

Restaurants on site

  • Low Head Seafood Shack

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 40.0 per stay

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV with digital service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • 1 meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

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
  • No elevators
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Soundproofing
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the historical district
  • Near the bay
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Helicopter/airplane tours on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 9 rooms
  • 9 buildings
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Special features

Dining

Low Head Seafood Shack - Overlooking the ocean, this seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40.0 per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Low Head Pilot Station
Pilot House Low Head Station
Low Head Pilot Station House
Low Head Pilot Station Cottage
Low Head Pilot Station Low Head
Low Head Pilot Station Cottage Low Head

Frequently asked questions

Does Low Head Pilot Station offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Low Head Pilot Station 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 Low Head Pilot Station?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Low Head Pilot Station?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Low Head Pilot Station?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Low Head Pilot Station and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area, a garden, and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Low Head Pilot Station?

Yes, Low Head Seafood Shack offers alfresco dining, seafood, and ocean views.

Does Low Head Pilot Station have a kitchen or kitchenette?

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

Does Low Head Pilot Station have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, this cottage features a yard.

What's the area around Low Head Pilot Station like?

Low Head Pilot Station is located on the waterfront, a short 3-minute walk from Low Head Pilot Station Maritime Museum and 18 minutes' walk from Low Head Lighthouse.

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Reviews

Low Head Pilot Station Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing cottage. Very clean with the best equipped kitchen we have had in our stays in Tassmania. Warm comfy bed (electric blanket)👍best thing was the gas fireplace while watching the Winter Olympics as weather was cold for us . 5 ⭐️
Fireplace 👍
Amazing house
Jill, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay clean and spacious
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay in Low Head - it was so peaceful and tranquil. The Pilot's cottage was adorned with all we needed and you felt like you are away from it all. The cottage itself could be modernised a little, but it wasn't really an issue. Wifi is not great, but it was amazing to disconnect too. We felt like we wanted to come back for a week!
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Cottage was quaint. Compfy bed and a good gas heater. Kitchen was well equipped. Nice hot shower. Even though there were instructions for wifi there was no wifi avaiable for the whole 3 days of our stay. And mobile phone reception is almost non existent. There are no staff on site Tuesday or Wednesday but there is a kiosk selling coffee Thursday to Monday.
Karen, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property was very comfortable.. only lacking washing facilities in the accommodation. Would recommend it.
Melanie, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Epitomised tranquility

Historic building on large land adjoining mouth of river. Opportunities to take leisurely walks, go on Penguin Night Tour, fishing, dipping feet in water and relax. Communication via email. Key pick up and drop off via a key box. Guests to wash dishes and empty bin before leaving. Comfortable enough stay, four separate rooms which are very soundproof with the thick walls, the temperature inside was cool during the day and warm at night, which was perfect, the mattress was firm. A few small maintenance issues- Kitchen tap needs tightening under sink, flaking paint or surfaces were painted over uneven/flaking paint, brown water stains along and under window and on heater in bathroom, cracked counter top behind hot plate, chipped laminate top on kitchen table. The conservation of these historic buildings deserve to be treated with loving care to honour their historic integrity, they also deserve considered interior fixtures, fittings and design that embraces and enhances their beauty.
Cheryle, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The stay was very unique, spending a short time in a place with so much history
Darran, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

From Jodi's welcoming words and driving up to the Lohhtkeepers House we felt we had stepped into a special place. The location is just like a beautiful story, with the lighthouse circling above through the night you can feel transmitted back to ages past. The house itself is perfect. The Fairy Penguin Colony and wallabes the wander in to the yard make it perfect as you sit on the enclosed porch with coffee looking out prrched above the water. We will long remember our too short stay and dream of going back
Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Low Head was a great place to stay. The place was immaculate and the location was wonderful, loved the penguins
Edwin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay

We have wanted to stay here for some time and it didn’t disappoint. The cottage was excellent all bar the couch was uncomfortable but this was a small inconvenience. The setting was fabulous.
Stephen, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Queenslander with amazing history and sweeping views. Anita was fabulous to deal with.
Jo, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is the second time we've visited the Low Head, George Town area and wanted to stay at the pilot station. We were not disappointed; these charming old buildings are in great condition for their age. We had trouble with the gas heater in our unit but Jodi from the kiosk came to the rescue. The bed was comfortable; the kitchen well stocked with cooking equipment and parking was onsite and close to the unit. These units are old and have some "quirky" features at times. We would definitely stay there again on our next trip. The museum is well worth a visit too, there is so much history in this part of Tasmania.
Gary, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved how different and unusual staying at a light house was. The wildlife were gorgeous and having the beach right at our backdoor was awesome. Anita was easy to contact at all times. I have already been asked by a few people how they can stay there. Thanks for an amazing 3 days. Krissy,Nat and Julie!
Krissy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spending a couple of days in a historic cottage was fantastic, the modern inclusions a bonus. We stayed in one of the Boatman’s cottages constructed in 1860 which features a separate bedroom, lounge, dining room/kitchen and bathroom, the gas fire in the lounge kept us toasty warm as did the wall heaters in bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom. The whole precinct was a joy to stay in as was the surrounding village of Low Head. The on site cafe had very good meals. We loved the ability to order a heat and serve pre-prepared meal which was waiting in the cottage for us, we ordered the Moroccan Lamb Tagine which was succulent and delicious. Would definitely stay again.
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Washing machine doesn’t work. No one responds by message and call. The place is dirty, mould on the walls and windows. I can’t believe that it is preserved heritage.
Kit, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Die Lage der Anlage ist sicherlich sehr gut, allerdings ist im dem Gebäude (Lighthouse Keeper) seit langer Zeit nichts mehr investiert worden. Ich bezeichne es als runtergekommen. Auch historische Gebäude können gepflegt sein! Wir wollten 2 Minuten nach CheckIn abreisen. Die normalen Dinge (Räume, Bad, Küche) waren sauber, die Möbel aber “historisch” und die Fenster unfassbar dreckig. Sicherlich ist das Glas aufgrund der Lage schneller dreckig; aber die Rahmen waren (auch innen!!) schwarz und alles voller Spinnen/Spinnenweben. Es waren 26 Grad, Klimaanlage nur im Wohnzimmer, Fenster nicht zu öffnen und keine Fliegengitter. Für 8 Betten eine einzige Toilette. Wir sind vorzeitig abgereist, obwohl der Gastgeber auf die Bezahlung bestanden hat.
Heike, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What a view

Fantastic place to stat great views great experience we'll be back
Dianne, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Each cottage was unique. Clean, tidy, & filled with normal household/kitchen items. Close to penguin parade, nice walking/riding tracks. Would have loved to try cafe out a few more times, but closed on Tuesday/Wednesday. This is not a criticism, just bad timing on our part.
Raquel, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Low Head history

A beautiful location in an historic building, close to a penguin colony. We loved it!
LEONIE GAYE, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Two peaceful nights

Spent two nights in the‘Boatman West’ cottage, during our trip around Tasmania. The accommodation is rustic but quite comfortable. This cottage boasts a free standing bath which is wonderful. We were able to cook in the well stocked kitchen. The area is quiet and perfect for walks and bike rides. There is a coffee shop/cafe on the site, and also a maritime museum. Georgetown is only a 10 minute drive away where you can get supplies. There is no laundry on site (which was indicated in the accommodation information). Low Head lighthouse is around a 1km walk and very worth a look
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The heritage boatman's cottage was beautifully appointed with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities, heating in all rooms and a very comfortable queen bed. Surrounded by the lawns of the historic pilot station and just a few steps from the cafe, museum and Pilots Bay, we enjoyed a very relaxing and cosy stay.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Views are amazing. Quiet and very relaxing. House very spacious.
3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Dirty carpet and floors, otherwise fine. Lovely outlook and quiet location
2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Magnificent view from the sunroom. The house is now very dated and requires maintenance, the large number of stains on the carpeted areas is not a good look. Installing a dishwasher wouldn't go astray, asking the guests to wash up the crockery when you are charging $300 a night is a bit rich. Providing 1 and a half toilet rolls for 7 people is unacceptable and smacks of penny pinching.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A big surprise for my kids to stay as a lighthouse keeper. Amazing views for sure and finding penguins in the yard is a bonus. Room is clean and tidy and equipped with everything we need. We will stay absolutely stay again if we are lucky enough.
Song, 1-night trip