Donalea 2 Bedroom Riverview Apartment
Location: 9 Crowthers Road, Castle Forbes Bay, au
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Tranquil Riverside Retreat:
Award-Winning Gardens: Set on 1 acre of beautiful cottage gardens, Donalea Bed and Breakfast & Riverview Apartment offers a serene escape with stunning views of the Huon River.
Charming Accommodation: Choose between cozy bed and breakfast rooms or fully equipped self-contained apartments, all featuring modern amenities and en suite bathrooms.
Delightful Breakfast Experience: Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast featuring fresh homemade breads and pastries, while enjoying the picturesque views from the front balcony.
Experience the beauty of the Huon River at Donalea B&B & Riverview Apartment. Book now for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature and comfort.
Important Information
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Donalea Bed and Breakfast & Riverview Apartment in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that infants or children under the age of 10 years cannot be accommodated at the property.
Please note that check-in times at Donalea Bed and Breakfast and Riverview Apartment is strictly from 14:00 - 20:00.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- BBQ facilities
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Adult only
- Outdoor furniture
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Fire extinguishers
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Free wired internet
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Private picnics
- Japanese garden
- Secured parking
Rooms Available
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Waterview Room)
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Overlooking the water
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - WiFi
Entertainment - 26-inch TV and DVD player
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Heating and ceiling fan
Need to Know - No housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- DVD player
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Ceiling fan
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- No housekeeping
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious apartment features a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, as well as lake views. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- CD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
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Twin Room with River View
Room offers a TV and a DVD player. Features panoramic views of Huon River.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- CD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Alarm clock
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Mobile hotspot device
- Smoke alarm
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Suite with Spa Bath
Suite has a lounge area with a TV and a DVD player. The private bathroom comes with a spa bath. Features views of the garden.
This room has no capacity for additional guests.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- CD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Alarm clock
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Mobile hotspot device
- Smoke alarm
Guest Reviews
- Julie (10/5): A beautiful location to stay and visit that part of Tassie. - Beautiful gardens. Lovely and peaceful. Has everything you need. N/A
- George (10/5): Very relaxing - wonderful hosts - Breakfast was extremely adequate and very tasty with homemade additions. Locations peaceful and beautiful with surrounding gardens and close to riverside walk. Loved the fireplace and being able to sit out on the porch. Would liked to have seen the resident cats. (:
- Kerry (10/5): Old-world homely experience - A beautiful old-world home surrounded by a lovely acreage garden with views of the Huon River. Our hosts were so thoughtful and nothing was too much trouble. From setting and lighting the fire, a homely atmosphere, a lovely continental breakfast with home-made breads... and lots more...
- John (9/5): -
- Helen (9/5): - Cute, cosy little cottage
- Dianne (10/5): Wonderful views and hospitality - Don and Leanne were very welcoming and had our room warmed up for us. We had full use of a fridge to store items and access to a microwave and tea and coffee. Don had the fireplace ready to light for us to enjoy in the evening and the views of the garden and the river were amazing. Leanne also prepared a wonderful breakfast for us in the morning. That we only had 1 night here. Could easily have stayed for much longer
- Sourav (10/5): - Beautiful Place to stay The lady is so cute and gave us a warm welcome 🤗
- Jenny (10/5): - Don and Leanne were very welcoming and spoilt us in their beautiful B and B.
- Jennifer (10/5): Tranquil Beauty & Co - From the moment we stepped out of the car we were relaxed . The gardens & the outlook are tranquil & beautifully planned & cared for. Don & Leanne were both welcoming . Don assisted us with our luggage. The welcoming comfortable unit was capped with the home made chocolate slice for our afternoon tea.
All the requirements for a great stay were covered. Beds comfortable . Outlook from the deck just breath taking . Enjoyed it over a glass of wine. Close enough to Franklin & Hounville . Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay
- Jaylee (8/5): -
- Richard (10/5): -
- Kerry (10/5): Only one night but very relaxing. - Loved the gardens and views, beautiful !
- Beverley (10/5): - A really lovely apartment. Has everything to make your stay comfortable. Very friendly and welcoming Host. Great entrance to the property and view of the water way. Convenient parking. Delicious fruit cake on arrival.
- robert (9/5): very enjoyable, well located to access the attractions of the area - The breakfast was good Nothing
- Karen (10/5): -
- Helen (7/5): Lovely HØME breakfast was lovely well done Don &Lee - Lovely home with beautiful views owners lovely gardens stunning All was fine
- Adam (10/5): - Don greeted us with a big smile and showed us through our accommodation. He explained a bit about the area and answered any questions we had. We were also welcomed with some home baked cake and a bowl of just picked Blackberries. We had only booked one night but wished we had booked a second and explored the area more as it is stunning.
- Gilles (9/5): - L' accueil, la gentillesse des propriétaires.
Le confort de la maison et le superbe jardin fleuri.
- Peter (10/5): Fantastic location, beautiful home and gardens, view of the Huon river was amazing. - Amazing hosts and beautiful clean and comfortable rooms. Highlights were the breakfast, and chats with the wonderful owners Don and Leanne. A fantastic experience all round. Nothing, it was perfect.
- Noa (10/5): - Nice place, very nice and welcoming hosts , excellent breakfast
- Philomena (10/5): Amazing B and B - It was the most amazing stay the view out to the river , the grounds are covered in beautiful trees and flowers the rooms and the breakfast was to die for
- Tracey (9/5): -
- geoff (10/5): Very welcoming and very comfortable -
- Christina (9/5): A gem of peace - Stunning scenery. Very comfortable apartment, superb beds. Well appointed kitchen and laundry. There is a beautiful garden which attracts.lots of birds. Nothing to do with the hosts: a bit of traffic noise in the morning.
- Graham (10/5): - Don and Leanne have a lovely large house, set in gardens. They were very friendly, answering any questions. The atmosphere of the guesthouse is warm and welcoming. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Enjoyed our stay very much.
- Garry (10/5): Would definately like to return at some point of time - Not applicable Perfect location and setting
- McDiarmid (9/5): - The apartment was very thoughtfully appointed, with all that we needed. We liked all the personal touches too. Nil.
- Katie (10/5): A beautiful 1920's home experience to delight the senses!!! - The breakfast was lovely and plenty to eat!!! Home made jams and bread as well as brewed coffee and cereal!!! Nothing
- corey (10/5): -
- aggarwal (10/5): -
- Danny (9/5): Excellent - Everything was a very standard
- Barnett (10/5): Fantastic supportive stay , wonderful breakfast and lovely company - Lovely old well kept house, Had difficulty with a door lock
- Jean Paul (10/5): Just loved it.. - Great hosts. Amazing apartment. Perfect
- Karen (10/5): - It was a lovely place to stay for 2 nights for our son's wedding. Friendly hosts, fantastic breakfast.
- David (10/5): Highly recommended! - A comfortable, clean and spacious room with beautiful views and a large ensuite was perfect for our 3 night stay. Don and Leanne were lovely hosts and the continental breakfasts, which included homemade breads and jam, were delicious.
- Prudence (10/5): Great experience - Lovely property in a beautiful area, very pleasant and helpful owners, Great continental breakfast.
- Woods (10/5): - Very friendly and personable
- Marieke (9/5): - Beautiful view, really large apartment with very good amenities.
- Gleeson (9/5): We had a lovely time away and will definitely come and stay again when we travel to the area! - The Riverview apartment was quiet, clean and spacious. The extra touches of homemade fruit cake and chocolates on arrival were appreciated. Thank you to Don for making sure we had somewhere to eat that evening and then booking it for us. There was nothing we didn't like.
- Shannon (10/5): A nature lover’s delight. - Simply gorgeous! Beautiful gardens, short walk to the Huon River, yummy breakfast. Spacious room and ensuite. Don & Leanne were friendly and helpful. Just a lovely place to stay. Highly recommend! Nothing
- Kelly (10/5): - Purchased this bed & breakfast accommodation, as a Christmas gift for my daughter & hubby. For the relaxing location with the Riverview.
- dylan (10/5): - Loved the host and property
- rohan (10/5): Best in Tassie - Great breakfast, great people, perfect location
- Mengyu (10/5): -
- Gary (9/5): Would stay here again :-) - Beautiful property with gorgeous gardens and a great view. The homemade fruit cake on arrival was delicious Breakfast was lovely with fresh berries, yoghurt and toast but we were a little disappointed that there was no cooked breakfast
- Andrew (10/5): Amazing 👏 - Amazing gardens, amazing hosts, amazing home made bread & brownies. Hosts were so friendly & welcoming. Thank you, you made our trip extra special.
- Farrugia (10/5): -
- Geert (9/5): Zeer goede accomodatie - Uitermate netjes, zeer goed uitgeruste keuken er 8s aan alles gedacht. Mooie omgeving, goede ligging en zeer vriendelijk onthaal door Don. Proficiat Klein puntje, temperatuur van het water in de douche is moeilijk te regelen.
- Beth (9/5): -
- Alan (9/5): -
- Melissa (10/5): -
- patricia (10/5): - The location was a beautiful, views from property gorgeous and garden beautiul. nothing
- Richard (10/5): Would certain stay again. - Excellent facilities and service.
- Dean (10/5): - Everything was top class. The room was nice, the bed extremely comfortable and our host were just great. We stayed in 5 different accommodations while in Tasmania and the breakfast was THE BEST. Nothing
- Briggs (9/5): -
- Katrina (9/5): - Use of a lounge room
- Ann (10/5): Superb - Don and Leanne lovely people and so was there home, gardens and homemade treats we had a breakfast. Nothing.
- Michael (10/5): - The view was amazing, lovely gardens, comfy bed and very gratuitous hosts. Amazing continental breakfast with delicious homemade fares. Highly recommend.
- Valerie (10/5): Exceptional bed and breakfast - Everything we were made to feel very comfortable homemade banana bread and log fire on arrival
The house is beautiful and fantastic cottage garden.Breakfast homemade breads and condiments . We liked everything and couldn’t fault.
- Colleen (10/5): -
- Christine (10/5): Very generous self catering accommodation, everything we needed and more! Thank you, Leanne & Don. - Everything.
- David (10/5): - Perfect room and facilities and very hospitable hosts Nothing
- Allan (10/5): -
- gault (10/5): Home away from home - Don and Leanne were very friendly and accomodating, offering help or any provisions needed.
It was a very comfortable and homely homestay with a fantastic water view across the road in the tranquil countryside. There are electric blankets and homemade jam and banana bread on arrival.
The whole property was super clean and organised. NA
- GERARD (8/5): Beautiful property in a nice location - Beautiful property, comfortable and clean room with ensuite bathroom. Continental breakfast was also pretty good. Overall recommended for 1-2 night stay. Bed was not super comfortable
- Allan (10/5): -
- Andrew (10/5): Lovely staying there - Don -a middle brother and a born showman
Leanne-kind and friendly and ,like Don, a great host Nuffink
- Paul (10/5): A memorable experience. - The best continental breakfast I’ve ever had! Home made jam, fruit juice, fresh berries, three types of homemade bread, croissants, brewed coffee….delicious. Nothing
- Davydd (10/5): -
- Tracey (10/5): Value for money, Friendly, welcoming hosts. Home from home! - Friendly welcoming hosts. Very comfortable home from home. Everything was perfect.
- Anne (10/5): - Great area, wonderful house, clean, everything we needed Couldn't stay longer
- Andrew (10/5): Charming - Location facilities and hospitality all excellent
- Brian (10/5): - Great location. Every need and more catered for. Nothing
- Richard (10/5): Highly recommended - Magnificent Everything was great
- David (10/5): Lovely warm, friendly warm get-away - Excellent. Lovely home-made bread. The weather!
- Meredith (9/5): -
- MARK (9/5): Very relaxing, very spacious and well heated, a lovely place to chill out - Very spacious two bedroom with separate lounge dining area and kitchen.
Beautiful timber floor boards and furniture
Lovely view from the master bedroom over the river to the hills and forest The Veranda at the entrance to the apartment did not have a roof over it and is exposed to the weather.
Not far from the main road
- XIAO (10/5): I’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area! - I had a wonderful stay at this Airbnb! The place was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful, making check-in smooth and stress-free. The location was perfect—close to everything I needed, with great cafes and public transport nearby.
- allan (9/5): - Essential items were available. Hosts were very accomodating, especially regarding checkin. Donnalea host provided a welcoming afternoon snack. We usually find little things missing or overlooked in most of a travel accomodation but these 2 genuinely covered all needs.
- Sean (8/5): Love to come back again - No meals provided. Effectively whole house, we could have happily stay for a week or more ...
- Helen (10/5): A great place to stay in the Huon - The location, the accommodation was spacious, the kitchen well stocked, we couldn't complain about anything. Nothing
- Jan (10/5): Old style luxury in the most comfortable & welcoming BnB we have ever experienced - Absolutely everything. The owners are charming & very considerate of guest's comfort. Beautiful bedroom & bathroom. Superb heating. Wonderful breakfast including gluten free options. Comfortable living room with s.c.fire. Attention to detail was amazing. Beautiful gardens surround this period home. Nothing at all.
- Lauren (10/5): overall, it is a very nice B&B accommodation that we strongly recommend it. - The room was comfortable and spacious. The host couple were very nice and thoughtful. We were late to check in, but the host had turned the heater on to warm the room before we arrived. The fireplace was lit to keep the living room warm and welcoming. The breakfast was spectacular, with homemade bread and jam that were absolutely delicious. Everything met our expectations. The only small issue was that we found some hair in the shower drain when we checked the bathroom.
- Sean (10/5): Lovely property and lovely hosts - Beautiful furniture and style Nothing it was impeccable.
- White (10/5): Really enjoyed our stay and would stay again. - Nice continental breakfast with home-made bread and jam, croissants, etc.
- Nigel-nerys (10/5): Exceptional - Great house and grounds
- Emma (10/5): Exceptional -
- Ann-marie (10/5): Comfortable accommodation in a picturesque setting. - Riverview Apartment is extremely comfortable, spacious, clean and various heating options. Beautiful water views and a pleasant outdoor setting. Don and Leanne are very accommodating hosts. Thank you.
- Ronny (10/5): Very comfortable, great view and brilliant hospitality. - The house was fantastic. So well styled and the garden was just so beautiful. Felt very welcomed
- Paul (10/5): Friendly, relaxing excellent accommodation - Don & Leanne very welcoming, house & rooms full of old charm & beautifully furnished, lovely gardens surrounding.
A delight to sit at breakfast looking out over the bay with delicious homemade & grown fruit compotes, strawberries, jams. Homemade bread.
- Joshua (9/5): Superb -
- Geoffrey (10/5): I wish I could have stayed longer; really didn’t want to leave. It was that good. - Very comfortable and well appointed apartment. The hosts were amazing.
- William (9/5): Superb -
- Lyn (10/5): All one needs for a lovely stay, excellent hosts - Everything we could want making our second stay delightful Nothing
- Andy (10/5): One of the best - Exceptionally friendly and welcoming hosts ensured a most comfortable stay. The lounge separate from the bedroom was a touch of luxury that was made perfect by our own log fire. Breakfast was excellent and access to drinks, fridge, and microwave greatly appreciated. Absolutely nothing to dislike
- Nigel (9/5): enjoyed our stay, hosts were excellent, nice continental breakfast - nice old home, very clean, lovely garden, convenient location
- Ron (10/5): - The unit was large, well appointed, very clean and excellent value. I would happily stay there again.
- Lesley (9/5): Superb -
- Jan (10/5): Made to feel welcome and the stay comfortable. - The owners were very friendly and could not do enough to make our stay comfortable The breakfast was excellent. Nil
- Arden (10/5): An enjoyable and comfortable stay. Would recommend to a friend and likely use it again. - It was a beautiful property and the apartment we stayed in was just as beautiful. It had a lounge room, two bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen with a washing machine.
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