Surrounded by beautiful flower gardens, the 1870 Cambridge House offers free cooked breakfasts and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the cosy lounge or admire the garden views from the veranda. All rooms have their own bathrooms, TV, refrigerator, heating and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests have a separate entry to the property and there are no areas of the house that are shared with the hosts. Free off street parking is available, and the gardens are home to a group of platypus. Cambridge House B&B is 35 minutes’ drive from both Hastings Cave and Thermal Springs and the Tahune Forest Airwalk. Hobart is a 50-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian

Free private parking available on-site


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Travel Sustainable Level 2
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Geeveston
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  • Sarah
    AustraliaAustralia
    We especially enjoyed the special degustation meal and fabulous Japanese breakfast. We felt very looked after at Cambridge House, the service was wonderful and we felt like we had stepped into another world.
  • Tanya
    AustraliaAustralia
    The hosts were amazing - helping with bookings and providing an amazing Japanese style breakfast which would have to be one of the best I’ve ever enjoyed. The property was beautifully presented and the hosts encouraged to share the highlights of...
  • Felicity
    AustraliaAustralia
    We had an exceptional stay here. The Japanese breakfasts were very good and the additional tasting menu with paired wine and sake was truly memorable. Afternoon tea by the river was also a treat. Thana and Kaz were also perfect hosts. We will...

Managed by Cambridge House B&B

Company review score: 9.9Based on 131 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

Cambridge House B & B, a gastronomic B&B where the first "B" stands for "Breakfast" then second "B" stands for "Bed". Cambridge House is a restaurant with accommodation rather than accommodation with a restaurant. t’s our unique Tasmanian-Japanese breakfast & Omakase 15 course menu that is the real reason most come to this part of Tasmania. An unexpected Victorian- Ryokan at the little corner of the world in Tasmania's Far South. The property offers a rich historical architecture of 1870, heritage listed Victorian house founded by William Geeves, the town's founder in the mid 1800’s and the unique finest dining managed by our Japanese Chef Kazumasa Yazawa who has over 15 years of experience as Head Chef and Executive Chef in Michelin/Hats restaurants internationally. Inclusive of our romantic Japanese afternoon tea setting with river at the bottom of the garden watching the platypus play. Enjoy a contemporary Japanese-Australian fine dining experience for both breakfast and 15 courses degustation dinner with matching sakes and wines, a gastronomic journey and a unique memorable experience that is found nowhere else in Tasmania. A destination for a Bon Viveur of fine food.

Neighbourhood information

Cambridge house is the closest accommodation to the Tahune Airwalk & near the Hastings Cave & Thermal Springs, Ida Bay Railway, Hartz Mtn. National Park & Cockle Creek - as far south in Australia as you can drive. We are in the town of Geeveston which has everyday conveniences such as supermarket, pharmacy, butcher, hardware store, garage, cafes & wonderful art & craft shops. We have a lovely river path in the central park that allows visitors to watch our platypus. Other sites such as Bruny Island, Hobart, Cygnet are nearby & we have lots of interesting wineries, cider houses & galleries in the immediate area.

Languages spoken

English,French,Japanese,Thai

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Shio
    • Cuisine
      Japanese • Sushi • Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Car hire
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Japanese
    • Thai

    House rules

    Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 19:00

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print

    Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

    We are offering a fine dining experience for both Breakfast and dinner for our in-house guests. Our private Japanese chef will craft a contemporary Japanese-Australian menus using seasonal organic produces from the farmers in our region. We are culinary homestay.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Please inform Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed

    • Check-in at Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Happy hour
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding

    • Guests staying at Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Asian

    • Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed has 1 restaurant:

      • Shio

    • The prices at Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed include:

      • Twin
      • Double

    • Cambridge House Breakfast & Bed is 450 yards from the centre of Geeveston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.