Protea Hill is a state finalist in the 2008 TakeABreak Awards.
The Cottage
Separated from the main house is a self contained federation style cottage suitable for accommodating two people with its own bathroom.
The Apartment
The apartment (with private entrance) comprises of two bedrooms and a bathroom. One bedroom has a double bed, the other two single beds. It boasts its own private garden with magnificent views of the Tamar Valley.
Tariffs
Single
$90.00 per night
Double
$95.00 per night
Three people
$110.00 per night
Four people
$125.00 per night
All prices are per night and include a continental breakfast.
Launceston - Five Minute Drive
Discover Launceston and visit it's many local attractions including walks, museums, cruises, tours and wildlife reserves.
A couple of award winning restaurants in Launceston are Stillwater and Fee and Me. For Launceston restaurant reviews visit Best Restaurants of Australia.
Cataract Gorge - Three Minute Drive
The Cataract Gorge Reserve is one of the most spectacular recreational areas in Launceston, located only a few minutes from the city centre.
Tamar Valley Wine Route
Drive north along the West Tamar highway (A7) and follow the Tamar Valley Wine Route Signs from vineyard to vineyard through along beautiful river views, experiencing the fine local wines and produce.
Vineyards
- Bay of Fires Winery
- East Arm Vineyard
- Holm Oak Vineyard
- Tamar Ridge Wines
- Moores Hill Estate
- Iron Pot Bay Wines
- Rotherhythe Vineyard
- Rosevears Estate
- St Matthias Vineyard Estate
- Strathlynn
- Sharmans
- Bundaleera Vineyard
- Jinglers Creek
- Kelly's Creek
Vineyard list from Tasmania's Tamar Valley.
Tailrace Park - One Minute Drive
Descend from Protea Hill and enjoy the Tailrace park a few hundred meters away. This is Riverside's riverbank area, wonderful for a walk along the Tamar or a picnic under the trees. Free electric barbecues available.
Trevallyn Reserve with Hoo Hoo Hut - Five Minute Drive
From Protea Hill Drive 2km into the magnificent Trevallyn Reserve. Great swim water in Trevallyn Lake, the impressive Trevallyn Dam. Fantastic walking tracks in the park for bushlovers.
The Hoo Hoo Hut is a great place for a barbecue (wood provided).
Tamar Wetlands Reserve - Five Minute Drive
A five minute drive from Protea Hill brings you to the Tamar Wetlands Reserve. There is an interesting display on bird life in the wetlands. The board walk to Tamar Island is easy and interesting. Discover how the Tamar River and it's surroundings are strongly influenced by the in-and-outgoing tides.
Grindelwald - Fifteen Minute Drive
The village of Grindelwald, just 15 minutes from Protea Hill, was the dream of Launceston businessman Roelf Vos. It tries to capture the atmosphere of Switzerland in a Tasmanian setting. It is worth a visit. There is an interesting nine hole and mini golf course.
