Ruby's Cottage Farm Stay

Location: 187 Lookout, Port Arthur, au

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Farm stays

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Family rooms
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
• Key access
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Charcoal grill

Rooms Available

• Two-Bedroom Villa

  This villa's standout feature is the fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa is consisted of of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The villa also has a barbecue. The villa offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Fireplace
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Cleaning products
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Wallis (9/5): It was a lovely way to finish our Tasmania trip. Loved brushing the cows and Dozer the dog last bed pats and slept on ou - Very comfortable everything provided and beautifully presented Nothing
• Gemma (10/5): The perfect stay! Would recommend to anyone! - Perfect stay! Getting to meet the cows guided by Tod was an absolute highlight! Couldn’t have been better
• John (10/5): Fabulous location and a touch of farm life too! - Loved everything about this place from the friendly dog Dozer to the cows and chickens 🐓 fantastic
• Cheow Leng (10/5): - When we arrived in the evening, Rod and Kim had the heater on and that was a really nice gesture after a long travel. The cottage is clean and comfortable with some cooking utensils perfect for a quiet dinner and simple breakfast. Rod gave us a tour around his farm and we met Snowy, Archie, Scarlet and many more super tame and gentle pets. Amazing experience overall! Nothing :D
• Christine (10/5): Amazing location, accomodation and hosts - Beautiful location and accomodation was perfect. Hosts were so welcoming and helpful. Nothing our stay was perfect
• Raewyn (9/5): Warm and comfy stay - Warm and comfy. Great place to stay if heading to port Arthur. Appreciated the Breakfast provisions. Enjoyed seeing the cattle. Everything as expected
• Ruby-lee (10/5): A wholesome, unforgettable farm stay filled with fluffy cows, friendly faces, and simple joys 🐮✨ - We had the most amazing stay at Ruby’s Cottage! Being surrounded by the beautiful highland cows was such a special experience. Getting the chance to brush them and learn more about their personalities was honestly so much fun. We also absolutely loved Dozer the dog on the property he quickly became part of the experience and having breakfast with the chickens was such a fun and wholesome touch 🐮🐔✨ Nothing! We loved the whole experience.
• Binghui (8/5): We enjoyed our stay so much. And we were also glad to meet the cows on the farm. - The location is close to everything. The place was comfortable.
• Gordon (10/5): One of the best places to stay, ever! - Warm hosts, cozy cottage, lovely animals. Beds are a bit squeaky, but a quick fix.
• Hoang Minh (10/5): - The lovely animals, beautiful view
• Hiu lam (7/5): 可以接受 - 住宿都乾淨整潔，田園風味！ 出邊地方比較污糟，好多動物屎要小心。環境整體一般。
• Scott (3/5): We had high expectations based on previous reviews and were very disappointed. - Wi-Fi was good. Heater worked. Cottage was clean. Never saw the host. Read great reviews, owner never even said hello. They did email they would not be home the night we arrived. We let ourselves in OK. Read rave reviews about the owners hospitality but experienced none of it. They did not even say hello in the morning. We thought breakfast was included but all we found was minimal dry cereal in a cabinet. The road to the home is single wide dirt with zero lights at night, so be careful after dark. For the cost I would not recommend this place. A hotel would have been a better experience for us.
• Peter (10/5): Lovely farm stay in beautiful nature! - Beautiful and serene location. The hosts and the cows are a treat. Special mention to Dozer who is a beautiful pup that welcomed us! This a perfect place to be out in nature and use asa base for easily exploring the peninsula. Nothing. We loved it all!
• Dane (10/5): -
• Taylor (10/5): - Communication was amazing, Rob and Kim were very accommodating to us with going to see the cows and working around what suited us. We 100% will be going back.
• Liesl (10/5): Ruby’s Cottage is beautiful and well maintained. It has everything you need and more. Quiet and very close to the Port A - The location, the quietness and the tour of the property and meeting the highland cattle.
• Margaret (10/5): Definitely recommend - Fascinating accommodation, adorable cottage with lots of history, meeting the highland cattle with Rob was definitely a highlight. We enjoyed ourselves immensely!
• Jane (10/5): - It was a great place to stay. The cottage had everything in it that we needed. The host was excellent. Nothing.
• Monisha (10/5): - Host, surroundings, host took us on a walk to see the cows Na
• Petronella (9/5): Lovely country farm stay - The highland cows! We patted and brushed them. There was a great basic breakfast, warm and comfortable beds. There was plenty supplies and things for the kitchen It would have been good to have a small table to eat at, My cousin found the water pump noisy and kept her awake. I had no issues
• Katie (10/5): Loved it - definitely add this to your place to stay in Port Arthur - The hosts were amazing View was phenomenal! Absolute highlight of the trip ❤️ Absolutely nothing
• Andrew (8/5): Lovely location with welcoming party of chickens each morning (quiet chickens that is) - Great location near Port Arthur and a lovely cosy cottage right on the owners farm.
• Charlene (10/5): -
• Chengchen (10/5): -
• Christina (10/5): - Fabulous place thanks for a lovely stay
• Penelope (10/5): -
• Rhea (10/5): Top notch - Rod took us on a complimentary tour to visit his cows, and incredible experience that we all enjoyed thoroughly. A very Aussie good bloke, and accommodation. Steel framed bed was very squeaky
• David (9/5): - Nice location cute cottage
• Irina (10/5): - We had a great time, thank you for having us! The cottage had all we needed. Lovely cows and sheep, friendly dogs, cute chickens and amazing views from the hill - I wish we could stay (and pat Dozer) longer. Milky way at night was an unexpected bonus too.
• Peter (8/5): -
• Sampavi (10/5): One of the best farm stays we have had. - Our host was great. The place was clean and comfortable, had everything we required. We even got a chance to walk around the area the next morning - our friendly host was kind enough to show us around. I would totally recommend this place. It exceeded our expectations.
• Paul (10/5): Great Experience!! - The owner went out of his way to show us the cows, thanks heaps Rod !!
• Loredana (9/5): - Lovely peace . We will be back
• Beattie (10/5): A beautiful cottage with spectacular scenery. Accommodating hosts. Defninitely recommend ! - Location, amazing scenery, close to where we needed to be in the morning. Super cozy cottage perfect for our needs, very well equipped. Our hosts were friendly and accommodating with a trip to the paddocks to meet the cows! Nothing! It was great.
• Colleen (8/5): -
• Amy (9/5): - Location was good for tourist attractions. Enjoyed the tour of the farm and the brushing of the highland cattle. Cottage was spacious for a couple. Curtains were dark enough to keep out the long daylight hours. Loved all the highland cow decorations, pillows etc. The night sky was excellent for star gazing. The breakfast was basic, farm fresh eggs, sliced bread and spreads. No dining table so sat on couch using the coffee table, the outdoor setting was available but a bit cold to venture outside.
• Evangelin (10/5): - very friendly hosts, we enjoyed our stay there
• daniel (10/5): - חווה וחואי אוטנטים
• Crystal (10/5): - Rob and Kim were so accommodating and helpful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back for sure! Would recommend to anyone who wants a beautiful, relaxing farm stay experience! 🙏
• Jessie (10/5): Rob & Kim are the perfect hosts! Waking up to the view & beautiful Highland Cows is amazing! - The property is picturesque, comfortable & so peaceful! Nothing!
• lyndy (10/5): - Ruby's Cottage was a great place to stay. The farm tour with Rob was awesome. Nothing
• Emily (10/5): Clean and cosy, a must-book farm stay! - The cottage is spacious and cosy, it is right outside the field where the cows graze. Kim n Rod were very welcoming and friendly, Rod gave us a tour around the farm and shared with us about the cows, as well as some history on Port Arthur. We also appreciate the continental breakfast provided for us! Really wished we spent more nights, will definitely be back ^^
• Anna (10/5): The highlight of our trip to Tasmania! - We absolutely loved staying at Ruby’s Cottage Farm. Rod and Kim were amazing hosts. We met their beautiful cows! It was the best experience. We are already planning our next trip back.
• ChadK (10/5): Great place to stay - We had a fantastic time at Ruby's Cottage. It was such nice accommodation—very warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The beds were super comfy, and the property is in a lovely, quiet area. The absolute highlight was the animals! Our kids thoroughly enjoyed the farm tour, especially getting the chance to comb the Scottish Highland cows. We also loved the friendly chickens and the dog roaming around; it added such a nice touch to the experience. na
• Amanda (10/5): An escape from the world, Haven with animal loving. - Beautiful farm with loads of lovely animals. Owner was friendly and helpful. N/a
• Alejandra (9/5): Great value and relaxing - Peaceful and quiet. Rod and Kim were outstanding hosts. Rod loves his Scottish Highland cows and we enjoyed our time with him as we brushed the cows. The cabin is very comfortable and cosy. Great views from the paddocks across Port Arthur. Nothing
• Kara (10/5): A genuine Tasmanian experience!! - Our family had the most wonderful short stay at this beautiful homestead. The highlight was getting to brush the Highland cows, such a special, hands on experience! We were taken on a generous guided tour of the farm, learning all about the cows and even getting to know each one by name. Rod was incredibly welcoming and engaging, showing us the stunning views. It was an amazing experience for our children, one they will never forget. We also enjoyed the chickens, sunsets and relaxing by the fire pit. A must if you’re visiting the Tasman Peninsula and just short drive to the Port Arthur Historical Site. Thanks again, we loved it so much! 🐮🐓🚜🌄
• Andrea (10/5): Enjoyed every moment, we hope to come again! - We absolutely loved every moment at Ruby’s Cottage, it’s even more beautiful than the pictures. It’s in a lovely location, close to lots of the sites and easy to get too. Kim and Rod are the best hosts as well. They kindly showed us around the farm, introduced us to all their gorgeous animals, cows, chickens and a beautiful dog Dozer. Our two boys were in heaven and we didn’t want to leave. We highly recommend staying here! Nothing!
• Patrick Joo Hooi (10/5): Great - One of the highlights of our Tassie trip. The farm experience was fantastic, and the owners were incredibly welcoming and kind enough to give us a tour of the farm. None
• Chin Sok Pheng (10/5): Highly recommended for animal lovers who enjoy peaceful, scenic, and relaxing farm stays. - Our family had a wonderful stay with the super lovely & fluffy Highland cows, a friendly & loyal dog and some chickens. The owner was very friendly and even gave us a tour of the farm. We enjoyed stargazing at night, and the clouds in the morning were absolutely beautiful.
• Victoria (10/5): -
• Lee (9/5): Very comfortable and relaxing stay, great location . - Well appointed, everything you could need is there. Rod and Kim are very hospitable and always available if needed. The dog and the chooks were very friendly, and I think the cows were adorable.
• Karen (8/5): Nice location and the highland cows were an added highlight - Loved meeting the highland cows. Late check in 4 pm
• Rob (10/5): One of the best farm stays!! - Our stay here was perfect! The cabin was cosy and comfortable, Rod was so accommodating and friendly during our farm tour and having the chickens and Dozer the dog roaming around was so much fun. Being able to brush the highland cows was the icing in the cake. Nothing really.
• Dave (10/5): - Lovely place to spend a few days while exploring port Arthur. Getting a chance to ‘meet’ the highland cows was a great experience!
• David (8/5): A Breath of fresh air - Wow amazing stay, with the friendly dog, the hungry chickens and the beautiful highland cows, Kim and Rodney have out done themselves, just one wee gripe is the small refridgerator and maybe a laundry, the views from the hill tops of the farm were spatacular Fridge was too small, no laundry facility
• Lee Lian Grace (10/5): -
• Rebel (10/5): -
• Jayne (10/5): A fantastic place. Serene,comfortable & the farm animals were a bonus - Everything. The serenity! Beds comfortable. Good shower. Owner showed us around farm & we got to brush the highland cows!
• Kylie (10/5): Cow Heaven - Loved it all. Cottage was clean, had all needed. Wood fire at night was so good, and toasty warm Rod and Kim were both so welcoming. Best part for me by far, the Highland Cows. Getting to go out and brush/pat them is my total happy place. Love them. Will definitely be back Nothing to not like
• Jayde (10/5): - Location was great for what we were doing and Kim and Rod were very kind and welcoming!
• Liza (10/5): Great hosts, very relaxing and quiet, everything you need to get away. - The view, peace and quiet and fluffy cows
• Helen (8/5): Good basic accomodation in a nice spot with bonus highland cattle to pat. - Loved the peace and quiet and enjoyed the farm tour and highland cattle. Fresh farm eggs and plenty of cereals and bread for toast. No table inside to eat meals off. We managed okay. If weather is fine there is a table undercover outside and a small table and chairs at the front of the house.
• Dona (9/5): -
• Franck (9/5): - Rustic mais tellement vrai
• Pauline (10/5): Great country escape, which I will be highly recommending to family and friends. - Beautiful rural setting in a gorgeous part of Tasmania. Country farm with chooks dogs and cattle and a very comfortable cottage. I being born in the country of Q’land loved being on a farm and being with the cattle was a highlight. Hosts - Rod & Kim were warm and friendly and treated us like family. I have no dislikes at all.
• Kathleen (10/5): The best. So far we love Tasmania - The cows were friendly, the chickens greeted you and walked you to the door, and the dog cracked us up. The place was very comfy and warm. The kitchen supplies were plenty, and the farm fresh eggs a treat. We only stayed one night, but in hindsite, two or three would have been perfect to see the whole area. A little piece of paradise. It was all wonderful.
• Sally (10/5): A perfect place - This place is amazing. The cottage was very well equipped and there was also a lovely continental breakfast with freshly laid eggs from the hens which were freely wandering outside. In the field behind there were some lovely Highland cows including some gorgeous calves The following morning Rod took us on a tour of the farm and we brushed the cows. It was great and the views were amazing. There was also a really friendly dog who came to see us in the morning. Would love to have stayed longer it was very relaxing.
• Diana (10/5): -
• Tracy (9/5): Ruby Cottage was a delightful experience. - Beautiful location and so very quiet & peaceful. Wonderful hosts. Rod was very giving of his time, showing us the view& introducing us to his Highland Cows &Dozer the gorgeous Kelpie, not to mention the chooks. The cottage was warm and inviting. Highly recommend Ruby Cottage There wasn’t anything that we weren’t happy with
• Elzette (8/5): We enjoyed our stay at Ruby’s. - It is lovely and quiet. Owner Kim allowed us to check in at 3pm instead of 4pm which was great. Rod showed us the Scottish highland cows which was interesting and recommended more places for us to see. Guests need to be aware that this is not a big farm with lots space to walk around. Ruby’s cottage is close to the main house.
• Lewis (10/5): -
• Graham44 (10/5): Kind and friendly hosts - We brought our own breakfast
• Neta (9/5): מקום חמוד, נקי ויפה - חווה מקסימה, הבקתה היתה נקייה ונוחה. הסיור עם בעל החווה היה מקסים, כיף לדבר איתו, נתן לנו הסבר על המקום וטיפים טובים להמשך הדרך היה מאוד קר בלילה ואין חימום/ מיזוג אוויר בחדרים
• Holly (10/5): Cosy and peaceful stay with a view - My partner and I stayed at Ruby’s cottage for 2 nights and it was such a peaceful stay. The wood fire and personal decorations gave the place a cosy feel, and the kitchenette was well stocked. Most importantly, Rod took us on a tour of the highland cows they keep on the property, such lovely animals!
• Pat (9/5): -
• Rae Shen (8/5): - 房间很大，在房东主屋的正对面，是一个独立的小小的house。有2间卧室和客厅，干净整洁，如果4个人入住性价比就很高。客厅里还有小厨房，厨具、餐具、调料一应俱全。冰箱里还有房东赠送的面包、黄油、果酱和牛奶，用为早餐。 房东家里有3只狗狗，其中1只是散养的，乖巧友好。我们入住时，房东正好外出了，狗狗会带着我们去周围走走，还去房东的农场走了走。然后它还会打猎，自己不知道从哪里抓了一只沙袋鼠当晚餐（生吃），感觉如果我多住几天，它大概会打猎招待我。 房东的农场很大，有散养的鸡，还有高地牛，但可惜我们入住时主人不在，没有看到可爱的高地牛，虽然主人说可以第2天一早带我去看，但因为我们订了早上的巡游，就只能错过了。 位置稍稍有点偏，会让人略感不安，而且还有一段上山的土路，开车要小心。 热水量不是很够，第2个人快洗完时，热水突然没了，而且我们2个人洗的时候，还特意隔开了一个多小时。如果人多，肯定是热水不够的。
• Yehen (9/5): - The cottage was located in a serene part of Port Arthur away from the hustle and bustle. We were greeted by the many chickens at the front of the cottage along with the host's friendly dog. We especially loved Rod's tour with the Highland cows where we spent a good amount of time brushing the friendly animals. Wish we could have stayed longer!!
• Kristal (10/5): -
• Melissa (10/5): Fantastic place to stay in a beautiful part of the world - Ruby's Cottage was so beautiful and in such a lovely area. Rod and Kim were very good host we loved to have the opportunity to brush the hair of the Highland Cows
• Lauren (9/5): -
• Joyce (10/5): Thank you for the hospitality of Kim and Rod, the house is clean and equipped with everything we need . Thanks for the f - Great location in port Arthur , very nice farm stay
• Margaret (10/5): -
• Nancy_zb (10/5): 可爱的农场小屋 - 小屋离亚瑟港监狱遗址和塔斯曼巡游出发点挺近的。小屋非常温馨，住得也很舒服。如果是下午到的话，在他们的小农场坡上远眺死亡岛，风景应该很不错。房东的狗狗友好且聪明，我早上出去溜达的时候他还会给我带路。另外房东还带我们看了他们的牛和羊，给牛梳毛还挺好玩的，小羊宝宝也很可爱。
• James (10/5): Lovely place to stay. Definitely recommend - It was cozy, loved the wood fire, exactly as advertised, great hosts and surroundings are just beautiful.
• Kirsty (10/5): -
• Connor (10/5): -
• Siow Peng (10/5): -
• Jules (10/5): - Loved getting to visit the farm animals and have a tour with Rod
• Samira (9/5): Love the farm animals encounter. Ron was super friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and cottage is nice looking - Close encounters with the farm animals The bed is too soft and squeeky
• Monique (9/5): Perfect cottage on a farm - Loved the property, cows, chickens, lambs and cabin itself. We had a really great time and learnt a lot about the area from the host. Nothing
• Vincent (10/5): - Beautiful and warm house, surrounding by animals ❤️, thanks Kim and Rod.
• MINGKWAN (9/5): -
• Rex (10/5): Awesome adventure for our first day in Tasmania. - Loved walking the farm with Rod, the owner. Was a real pleasure as we had discussions about the cattle herd, Red breasted Robins, island lighthouse in the distance, neighbors, other animals on the farm. Just loved it. Very dark at night with fantastic dark sky stars. We did get a little chilly at night, but it was winter and we didn’t start a fire in the stove…our bad
• Lauren (10/5): A lovely, relaxing farm stay with beautiful views. - We loved the beautiful cottage. It had everything we needed for a lovely farm stay. We were lucky enough to have Rod take us to meet their beautiful cows. My daughter absolutely loved it. The view from the farm is stunning and the owners were so helpful and quick to respond.
• Steve (10/5): Exceptional - Rod and Kim had the cabin ready to settle in straight away, perfect location very close to Port Arthur. Their recommendation for restaurants was great. The Fox and Hound is very close with good value, huge meals. The walk around the farm with Rod was awesome, especially meeting the cows. Dozer is a sweet dog who loves a pat.
• Anna (10/5): Greatest stay at Tasman Peninsula - The stay at the Ruby’s cottage pyt pur trip of Tasmania into a totally new level. Magnificent surroundings, great facilities, warm welcome. Rhos was just a perfect stay. We appreciated the care pf the hosts. The games and toys available for our kids make their stay also more joyful. The meeting of the caws was something exceptional. We really enjoyed also the late evening around the fire pit. A truly exceptional play to stop on Tasman peninsula. All was prefect. And very personal touch. Super convenient.
• Sharman (10/5): Exceptional -
• Connie (9/5): Superb - The wood fire and the cow meet and greet
• Kerryn (8/5): Very good - Loved the farm tour and meeting the highland cows. Location was great, being just a short drive to the historic site. Had everything that we needed.

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