10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
Jan 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home near the beach
Lisa G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
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The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house
Bicheno vacation home with kitchen
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Glamorgan-Spring Bay, TAS
- Bicheno Penguin ToursPlace, Bicheno Penguin Tours5 min walk
- Whalers LookoutPlace, Whalers Lookout9 min walk
- Bicheno BlowholePlace, Bicheno Blowhole15 min walk
Room options
About the neighborhood
Bicheno
Seaside stay .Steps from the vacation home, you'll find Waubs Beach and Bicheno Penguin Tours. Whalers Lookout Conservation Area and Lookout Rock State Reserve are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Waubs Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Bicheno Penguin Tours - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Whalers Lookout - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Bicheno Blowhole - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
- Launceston, TAS (LST) - 112 min drive
Restaurants
- Lobster Shack Tasmania - 14 min walk
- Peggy’s - 7 min walk
- Beachfront Bistro - 6 min walk
- The Long Boat Tavern Bicheno - 4 min walk
- The Farm Shed - 7 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house
The 'Elusive Penguin' holiday house in beautiful Bicheno, offers luxury accommodation for the whole family. Located in the heart of Bicheno, it is only
a short stroll to the local supermarket, bakery & shops.
This stunning property features 3 bedrooms, an ultra modern kitchen and a large open plan living area.
The grounds are fully fenced offering privacy & security. There is even a deck where you can relax and enjoy the sun, or even BBQ while the
children play in the garden.
For those travelling with families, there are a selection of books/magazines, cd's & DVDs, and also several tv's to keep everyone entertained.
From rivers to rock pools, you can experience what this magnificent part of the east coast has to offer, all only a short few minutes from the front doorstep.
a short stroll to the local supermarket, bakery & shops.
This stunning property features 3 bedrooms, an ultra modern kitchen and a large open plan living area.
The grounds are fully fenced offering privacy & security. There is even a deck where you can relax and enjoy the sun, or even BBQ while the
children play in the garden.
For those travelling with families, there are a selection of books/magazines, cd's & DVDs, and also several tv's to keep everyone entertained.
From rivers to rock pools, you can experience what this magnificent part of the east coast has to offer, all only a short few minutes from the front doorstep.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
suite-space-CHADWIN-AV-05
Frequently asked questions
How close is The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house to the airport?
This vacation home is 90.1 mi (112-min drive) away from the Launceston, TAS (LST) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Waubs Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Redbill Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house to downtown Bicheno?
This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Bicheno.
Reviews
The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house Reviews
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Exceptional
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
robert h.
Mar 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Great house close to beach, town and the tavern. Perfectly located to visit Freycinet National Park
robert h.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024