Ashdowns of Dover

Location: 6957 Huon Highway, Dover, au

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Non-smoking throughout
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Wheelchair accessible
• Outdoor furniture
• Fruits
• 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
• Smoke alarms
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Face masks for guests available
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Wine release events
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Charcoal grill
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Bulk dispenser for toiletries

Rooms Available

• Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Garden View

  1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

  237-sq-foot room with garden views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee

  Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Laptop workspace, local maps, and guidebooks; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Accessibility - Lever door handles

  Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Bathroom grab bars
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Shower grab bar
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

• King or Twin Room - Disability Access

  Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This twin/double room features a mini-bar, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Wine or champagne
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access

• Superior Queen Room

  Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room has a mini-bar, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Wine or champagne
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access

• Queen Room

  Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room has a mini-bar, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Wine or champagne
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access

Guest Reviews

• Jillian (10/5): - In the middle of town. It was close to the RSL for dinner and the breakfast included was delicious.
• Byron (10/5): Gary was the most wonderful welcoming host. He spilt - The breakfast was outstanding. Lovely clean and very comfortable Nothing it was perfect
• Sophie (10/5): -
• David (10/5): Great host, excellent facilities and breakfast. Will definitely stay again if we happen back this way! - The property is updated and well maintained by the owner, Gary Ashdown, on the outskirts of Dover. It’s a small town, almost everything Dover has to offer is just a short walk from the property. The full breakfast is more than ample, expertly prepared, and delicious. One of the very best places we’ve stayed. Gary, the host, is very personable and helpful. We liked everything about it!
• Wendy (10/5): -
• Sylvana (10/5): Professional and personal stay - Elegant but practical stay, even down to fresh roses in our room. Great breakfast to start the day and a lovely view to the backyard with sheep and a rose garden to wander through. Proprietor excellent personal conversationalist. Guests were lovely as well. Will stay for much longer when we return. 😀 No shower cap as shower was too high for me
• Kia (10/5): Gary is a lovely host. Room was nice,warm & cozy. Breakfast was sensational. This B&B is a must stay - The room was amazing, the big bed and pillows were just so comfortable. Everything was spotless. Nice and warm and cozy. Breakfast was sensational. Gary who owns and runs it does a fantastic job hosting his guests. Thank you again for having us.
• Neil (9/5): - Gary was very helpful and accomodating definately recommend Nothing really
• M (10/5): Amazing hospitality and very thoughtful host- thank you. -
• Liz (10/5): -
• Sue (10/5): - Amazing breakfast! Host extremely helpful about places to go and do. Great room. Nothing could have been better
• Paula (10/5): Great spot - comfortable and clean. Highly recommended - Great views over the paddocks and hills. Very knowledgeable and helpful hosts - thanks Gary
• Jacquelyn (10/5): Beautiful place to stay - The property is centrally located and provides off street parking. The owner Gary, is very helpful and his veggie garden is amazing. Breakfast is sensational. The rooms are very comfortable. This is a great place to stay, highly recommend it. NA
• Victoria (10/5): - Gary was a great host. He made us feel very welcome and gave lots of useful information about what to see and do and where to eat. The room was very high standard. There is nothing we didn't like.
• Mason (10/5): -
• Sharon (9/5): Recharging & delightful. - Loved the property! Gary was friendly but respectful of our privacy & time. He was very informative & nothing was to much trouble. The breakfast each morning was delicious & presented beautifully, a hearty, healthy home cooked breakfast that kept you going till dinner. The view from the lounge/dinning room is beautiful. The gorgeous smelling flowers brought the cutest Bumblebees, the little birds danced everywhere, the sheep were up for a chat & the chickens provided colourful eggs for breakfast. Watching the pretty sunrise over the paddock & go down by the warm fire pot was so very relaxing. From here there is so many things to do that don’t require long driving distance. Loved our stay & definitely could have stayed longer had we the time. This B & B brought fond memories that will last our lifetime :) Thankyou Gary & Lorraine! Unfortunately I found the bed saggy which did increase my back pain. Our room fridge wasn’t very cold & had no freezer to freeze our cooler block as we are travelling & required it but Gary assisted with putting it in his freezer till our departure. There was no ice for our drinks as there was no freezer however Gray did provide some ice for us upon request which made all the difference, thankyou.
• Ann (10/5): You couldn’t get a better place to stay. - Gary is Extremely welcoming. The property is comfortable and a great location. The bed was so comfy and the firm pillows ensured a great nights sleep. We will definitely recommend Ashdown’s to everyone.
• Griffiths (10/5): - Spotlessly clean Crisp sheets Super comfortable bed Breakfast made with love Gary was a super host Property was lovely and a great base to see hastings caves and skywalk
• Salvatore (9/5): Definitively a great stay - Friendly and kind host. Great breakfast. General setup and furniture Managing channel selection on TV
• Ben (10/5): Staff very knowledgeable about area, well kept and great breakfast - Very clean and well presented and quiet, walking distance to facilities No complaints at all
• Steuer (10/5): -
• Helen (10/5): Fabulous time. - Welcoming, comfort,position and excellent host. Nothing
• Leonie (9/5): -
• Susan (9/5): A pleasant 2 night stay - Small but comfortable room, wonderful continental or full cooked breakfast offered. Good location to explore the area including caves at Hastings No ironing board in room. Guest car parking directly outside room.
• Mikhail (9/5): - Host s very nice and friendly. Service was excellent.
• Van Vu (10/5): -
• Graeme (10/5): Very good - Friendly
• Kylie (10/5): Beautiful, quiet place with a great host and lovely breakfast. - The room was lovely. The outdoor area was great with a fire and heaps of wildlife. Gary, the host was very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was excellent! Nothing….
• Bella (9/5): - Great host, we felt very welcome, breakfast was great. Loved that Gary had a fire going. The room was comfortable.
• Jo (8/5): -
• P (10/5): This was a great stay! Gary, the host, was so friendly and helpful. -
• Matt (10/5): Excellent. V highly recommend. - Amazing place. Gary is a superb host.
• Susan (10/5): The perfect place to stay in Dover and as a gareway to the south east. - This is a first class B and B, one of the best we have stayed in. Gary is an excellent host, friendly, knows so much about Dover and south east Tassie and had lots of suggestions for making the most of our stay. The rooms are very comfortable and the themed decor adds another touch. Plus a top breakfast. Not a thing.
• Douglas (7/5): -
• Imogen (10/5): - Location was great, breakfast was fantastic, Gary was chatty and incredibly accommodating and the bedrooms are well equipped with everything you need.
• Ilja (10/5): - Superfreundlicher Gastgeber der einem bei allen Problemen versucht zu helfen. Dazu die Superlokation mit Schafen zum Aufstehen oder ins Bett gehen. Schöner Feuerplatz um den Tag ausklingen zu lassen Ich habe nichts zum meckern
• Alison (10/5): -
• Wendy (10/5): -
• Cindy (9/5): Lovely comfortable property with gorgeous views and a fabulous host! - Lovely homely property with a lovely outlook! Nothing
• Donna (10/5): Remote and wild - Peaceful outlook over the farm. Loved watching all the new lambs being born.
• Tim (10/5): A proper BnB where you are made to feel special - Basically everything, from the moment we got there Gary was so welcoming and helpful, he has great knowledge of the area plus he is very well travelled and a great conversationalist. Everything was super clean, comfortable and warm (was cold and wet), also all of products ie shampoos etc were top notch. The BnB was well located near town and we had a nice meal at the RSL. We loved the sheep and little 1 week old lambs in the paddocks. The BnB had a great communal dining room with couches and some books and the solitaire puzzle )which we didn’t quite work out and will come back another time and solve) and the fantastic views of the mountains . We loved the delicious cooked breakfast and meeting the other guests. All in all a wonderful experience on our Tassie holiday. Will definitely come again. Nothing wished we’d stayed longer
• Annette (9/5): We only stayed one night but Gary went out of his way to make it enjoyable. - The breakfast was enormous, lovely host Nothing
• Yvette (10/5): - Perfect host, fantastic breakfast included
• Jasmine (10/5): - We loved our stay at Ashdowns of Dover. Gary and Lorraine were excellent hosts and have thought of everything and more to give guests a comfortable and memorable stay. The location is beautiful, the breakfast was amazing, couldn't ask for anything else!
• Leisa (10/5): Great host, location, food and brilliant breakfast!!! - The bedroom was comfortable, fantastic location close to town and got to enjoy raffle night at the RSL - dinner there was amazing. Gary puts on the best breakfast and “will keep feeding you till you say stop”. Proper English full breakfast with home made jams and tomato sauce. Thanks for our amazing stay in Dover - don’t forget to visit the Hastings caves!!!!!
• Natalie (10/5): Absolutely lovely. Couldn’t fault it at all. - Beautifully presented and comfortable room. Gary was very friendly and nothing was too hard. Breakfast was plentiful and kept us going all day. Beautiful scenery of the yard with sheep and a fire pit Nothing
• Jena (10/5): A delicious taste of Tasmania magic, and the perfect rest and relax spot - Loved everything!!! From the cosy but spacious room, to the hosts, to the best breakfast I’ve had in years, it was Tasmania magic in full effect. And the homemade jam on top of that, wow!
• Dyan (9/5): -
• Ziegler (10/5): - Gary was amazing! We loved the nature at the door step, with everything you need to enjoy an evening. The fire pit was awesome, as well as the friendly sheep and an awesome little hut on the creek to have a hot cup of coffee! Leaving :(
• Ben (10/5): Amazing - Gary was amazing, very accommodating. If we could rate it 20 out of 10 we would. Amazing stay, loved it. Nothing
• Ian (10/5): Exceptional - Gary is a fantastic host, knowledgeable, helpful, pleasant. Breakfast was fantastic and we felt very spoilt Very disappointing we only had one night there, next time it will be longer
• Jin (9/5): Superb -
• Surjit (8/5): Very good -
• Marie (10/5): Exceptional -
• Andrew (8/5): Very good - Gary was very friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. He was also very accommodating with breakfast, providing a gluten free option save from contamination. The breakfast was huge and yummy, I'm not a big breakfast eater but was very full ate at 8-8.30 and wasn't hungry until 1pm. Great feed to send you on your way to explore.
• david (10/5): - Lovely property with beautifully presented rooms. The breakfast was magnificent. We will be back
• Fadi (10/5): Loved everything about it. Gary was a great host and I’d highly recommend Ashdowns of Dover. - Loved everything about it. Gary was a great host and I’d highly recommend Ashdowns of Dover.
• Bruce (10/5): Exceptional -
• Yvette (10/5): Exceptional -
• Kara (10/5): Exceptional -
• Olivia (10/5): - Beautiful rooms, amazing hospitality and breakfast
• Annie (10/5): Exceptional - Our stay at Ashton's was exceptional. The property and room was clean, comfortable and met our every need. Gary is an excellent host, anticipating our needs and making a great breakfast. Sorry we couldn't stay longer.
• Prudence (10/5): Relaxing and well looked after. - Lovely setting, thoughtful provision of fire outside and walking pathway. Generous host with local information and personal touch to the accomodation.
• Stuart (9/5): Nothing beats local knowledge and charm - Gary was a great host from the get-go. Very communicative and helpful with local area knowledge. The fire pit was a plus and the grounds were a great way to decompress for a short weekend stay. The breakfast was wonderful, gave us fuel to explore. Charming setting with countryside surrounds. Very convenient location for Dover.
• Margaret (8/5): Very good -
• Stuart (8/5): Very good -
• Julie (10/5): Exceptional -
• Michelle (10/5): Excellent - Very friendly owner
• Bernie (8/5): A very pleasant stay in a comfortable room with a great host. - The host is a very warm and engaging gentleman who greatly adds to the overall experience. The home is in a few acres of land with sheep and good views out the back. The room was a good size and the bed very comfortable. The room we had opened directly on to the dining room.
• Kelly (10/5): Wonderful place to stay in Dover. - Very nice Clean and comfortable. Easy walk to RSL Nothing
• Shuk Mei (10/5): - My friend and I had a wonderful stay at this lovely bed & breakfast. The room was impeccably clean, and the bed was very comfortable, ensuring we had a restful sleep after a long and exciting day of travel. The property also features a peaceful, spacious backyard with beautiful flowers and sheep, which adds to the charm. Gary and his wife were incredibly kind and attentive, serving us a delicious, carefully prepared breakfast. It included fresh muesli with yogurt, black tea, bacon, sausages, mushrooms, eggs, and toasted bread – a perfect way to start the day. We highly recommend this place for anyone looking for comfort, hospitality, and a serene atmosphere.
• Alexander D (10/5): Place to stayin Dover👍👏👏👍 - Love this place. Gary is the consummate host, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and a delight. We loved our stay here and recommend it to anyone looking to stay in Dover. Oh, and the breakfast 😋😁.
• Graham (9/5): Superb - Gary, our host, was helpful and informative he really did a great job looking after us.The breakfast was excellent. No complaints All good
• Tiits (10/5): Exceptional -
• Nathanael (10/5): Exceptional B&B in a beautiful location! - Top notch in every way. Spotless, comfortable room. Friendly, considerate and generous host (the breakfast was truly and traditionally big, wholesome and delicious). One of the best B&Bs I have experienced in Australia. Highly recommended. Nothing to complain about.
• George (10/5): Lovely setting with the wildlife nearby - Friendly service and advice and very welcoming on arrival and during stay. Accommodated wife’s needs with a shower chair A choice of breakfast as it is a full breakfast and a choice to pick 1 or 2 eggs and with or without sausages or other items is only negative to remember if you don't feel like a full breakfast, so not a negative as we loved the stay.
• Rebecca (10/5): Thoroughly enjoyed it. Gary was a Lovely host, really good breakfast. - A beautiful setting, near a creek. Bed was very comfortable. Made to feel very welcome. There was nothing not to like
• Arjang (10/5): - This is a really nice B&B! The owner, Gary, is super friendly and hospitable! He's been in the travel and hospitality business even before the B&B, so he knows what he's doing. He really went out of his way to accommodate. He has good suggestions for activities in Tas, and he also makes a really nice breakfast! The view over the property at breakfast is amazing too! I highly recommend this B&B! I will for sure use it the next time I visit Tas!
• Marie (10/5): - Our host Gary made us feel very welcome and had a wealth of information on the ins and outs of Dover. We were in the Africa room fully equipped with a very comfy king bed. Breakfast was amazing, with Bircher and fresh fruit, followed by hot meal. Very happy to recommend.
• Leonie (10/5): Excellent host providing great food & rooms - Host Gary is one of the loveliest and most helpful people we've ever met. The breakfast was huge and sumptuous. Everything in town was an easy walk. Hastings Caves are nearby and well worth a visit.
• Annette (10/5): Exceptional - Garry and Lorraine provided a beautiful place to stay. Very warm and comfortable on some very chilly days. Lovely cooked breakfast. Garry was very friendly and provided helpful advice on sightseeing around the area.
• Jonny (10/5): Exceptional -
• Ellie (10/5): A quiet paradise. - As soon as I arrived, I did not want to leave. Gary was an excellent host. Communication was top tier, and he was especially considerate and thoughtful. The room was lovely. Breakfast was absolutely wonderful, and the conversation was also filled with interesting topics and loads of great travel advice for the area. Thank you so much! Hope to see you again.
• Jacinta (10/5): A beautiful home and location, with an absolutely fantastic host. - The property was perfectly located and well maintained, super comfortable and an absolutely stunning location. Gary was a fantastic and knowledgeable host, who had a lot of amazing advice and information to share. NA
• Danielle (10/5): Incredible stay with a gracious and passionate host. - Ashdowns of Dover was a fantastic stay. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed the homely feel of the accommodation and Gary was an incredible host. His passion shines through. He went out of his way to organise a reservation for us for dinner and was able to give us the rundown of the town. The breakfast far exceeded our expectations and we were able to purchase some delicious home made jams. We will definitely be back.
• Calum (10/5): - My husband and I stayed for three nights in this lovely B&B. The staff were extremely polite, accommodating and went out of their way to make our stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. The free breakfasts were incredibly generous and catered to my and my husband's particular food intolerances. The double room with the garden view was spacious, meticulously cleaned and includes complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom area was well organised with a lovely shower and heated towel rack. I appreciate the owners' commitment to eco friendly materials and practices without compromising comfort. We greatly appreciated our hosts' support in allowing and assisting us to prepare our own meals using the charcoal BBQ and utensils they provided from their personal kitchen. We made some delicious food while enjoying the southern Tasmanian ambience. It was a wonderful alternative to the limited number of dining out options in Dover and surrounds.
• Joan (10/5): Exceptional -
• Tharindu (9/5): it was a wonderful stay and the host was very friendly. -
• Brooks (9/5): Superb - Great service
• Lisette (10/5): A quiet haven, somewhere to settle in for a few days and to feel secure and comfortable. - The thoughtful attention to detail, cleanliness, comfort, and graciousness of the host were the best aspects. And the breakfast was generous and delicious! The location was perfect for our stay. Nothing.
• Trevor (10/5): Exceptional - Great room and breakfast was exceptional. Gary was very helpful with any queries we had.
• Ilze (9/5): Superb - Gary a great Host , knowledgeable about the area Will stay again Highly recommended
• John (8/5): We were solely there to walk the South Cape Bay Trail and it did not disappoint. - Breakfast was amazing. We even made it stretch so we could have a bacon toastie for lunch when out walking the fantastic nearby tracks. Gary also was very helpful in recommending places to eat and visit. Can't think of one single thing we didn't like.
• Peter (10/5): Exceptional - Spotless facility, delightful rural outlook and exceptional hosting by Gary. Nothing.
• Ken (10/5): Exceptional -
• Paul (10/5): - Ashdowns is a very comfortable B&B in scenic surroundings in Dover. Gary is an excellent host and goes out of his way to make you feel at home during your stay. Our room was immaculate and very comfortable, and lots of nice extra touches are provided. Breakfast was excellent.
• Christine (10/5): Exceptional - Breakfast was great and Gary, the host, very friendly. We had a lovely stay.
• Gary (9/5): Superb -
• Julie (10/5): - The property is beautiful. The unique BnB was extremely comfortable and clean. The host was available when needed and never intrusive. Gary was extremely knowledgeable and made very good recommendations. The breakfast he cooked was scrumptious.
• Sharmila (10/5): Gary's Heartwarming Hospitality: A Home Away from Home Experience. - Gary's hospitality was exceptional, making us feel right at home. The children cherished the brief yet delightful conversations they had with him, leaving us feeling truly indulged. Not applicable

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