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Low Head Pilot Station Home of adorable Fairy Penguins! Low Head is one of the few places in the world where you can get up close to these Little Blue Penguins.

We offer affordable beachfront self-contained heritage cottages within stunning Tasmania National Park grounds. We happen to be neighbour's with Low Head Penguin Tours and there is a footpath from your front door to the tours location, as well as Low Head Lighthouse. Meander the water's edge of Pilot's Bay and enjoy the abundance of open space and quiet pristine beaches. Sip local wine from the Ta

smanian Tamar Valley or locally roasted coffee and dine on calamari and cake while looking out over the Tamar River in the on-site cafe. Discover the history of Low Head Pilot Station, where Pilot's and their Coxswain have helped guide in ships since 1805. The Pilot Station is still in use today, it is the longest active Pilot Station in Australia. Explore the on-site Maritime Museum for more information and guided tours. Low Head Pilot Station is a historical precinct with nine self-contained cottages, charming heritage museum, Lighthouse and café facilities in Tasmania’s pristine Tamar Valley. These heritage convict-built cottages date back to 1825 and are each unique in story, size and charm. Each cottage is equipped with its own modern Kitchen and Bathroom facilities, living area, garden and BBQ. Located on Tasmania National Park grounds at the mouth of the Tamar River, discover an abundance of open space and spectacular water views. Low Head Pilot Station is the oldest and longest active Pilot Station in Australia, dating back to 1805 and is still active today. Venture up to gaze at Low Head Lighthouse, the third Lighthouse built in Australia (1833) and look out over the sparkling Bass Strait - or even book our Light Keeper's Cottage next to the Lighthouse. Discover the history of Low Head Pilot Station at the Maritime Museum, stay with us and become part of its story. Our Queenslander is encircled by a grand veranda, from which you can see the Bass Strait, the Tamar River, the Lighthouse and overlook the Low Head Penguin Reserve (book a tour with Low Head Penguin Tours). The Light Keeper's Cottage sits beside the Lighthouse and has spectacular views of the Bass Strait. The Schoolhouse (built-in 1866) has its own unique charms such as the school cloakroom, a sunny kitchen and is just meters away from the shores of Pilots Bay. Next to the Schoolhouse, perched by the water's edge is the Pilots cottage; its master bedroom features impressive Tamar River views through windows decorated with coloured glass, and ensuite bathroom. Just outside the back garden, there are stone steps onto Pilots Bay beach.

05/02/2025

SUMMER 2025/26 BOOKINGS ARE NOW LIVE! School holiday bookings for next summer are now available to book on our website https://lowheadpilotstation.com.au/ book direct, or email [email protected] to discuss options with us 😄

21/01/2025

We have thoroughly enjoyed welcoming you all into the Pilots Providore seven days a week over this past month. As the holiday season winds down, we have one more week open seven days, before we return to Thursday - Monday trading from the 28th. We will be open on Monday the 27th for the public holiday, come in and pick a basket full of cheese, charcuterie and preserves, pair it with a local drop and a perch by the water!

18/12/2024

Reminder we are CLOSED Thursday + Friday before opening Pilots Providore on Saturday!

We are looking forward to welcoming the community in 7 days a week after Christmas! Until then we have a few extra days we will be closed as follows. All open days are 10am - 3pm.
until Dec 18: Thurs - Mon 10am-3pm
CLOSED: Thurs 19 & Fri 20 DEC
OPEN: DEC 21, 22 & 23
CLOSED: DEC 24, 25 & 26
DEC 27TH - JAN 27TH OPEN 7 DAYS 10-3

09/12/2024

21/11/2024

CHRISTMAS ACCOM AVAILABILITY - due to a cancellation Schoolhouse and Coxswains are now available over Christmas.
Schoolhouse from 15 - 27 December (sleeps 6)
Coxswains from 18 - 26 December (sleeps 6)
Book via our website https://lowheadpilotstation.com.au/ or reach out to [email protected] or 0467 822 826

20/11/2024

The radioroom of the Lightkeepers house (now a sunny living room) was originally used to keep watch out over Bass Straight for the first sign of incoming ships. When the radio operator spotted a ship, they would radio down to the Pilot Station for the Pilot and Boatcrew to begin the long row (yes, row!!) out to meet the ship. Times have changed now with technological advances and a big fancy motorboat for the Pilots, but the view from the radio room hasn't. Step back in time and watch the ships come and go from the Lightkeepers House. 📅 A few summer dates left! Book now at www.lowheadpilotstation.com.au or call us on 0467 822 826.

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15/11/2024

Did you know that our waterfront Kiosk stocks a wide range of local and Tasmanian wines, beers, cider and gin to enjoy with lunch (or brunch… why not😏)?! Come in and taste from handpicked wineries and brewers like Du Cane Brewing Miners Gold Brewery Sinapius Vineyard Small Wonder Wines Pipers Brook Vineyard Bream Creek Wines Willie Smith's Cider McHenry Distillery to name a few!

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14/11/2024

🌊 We’re Hiring at Low Head Pilot Station! 🌊
We’re on the lookout for a friendly, calm and attentive local to join our team at the Pilot Station’s waterfront Kiosk and the soon-to-open Pilots Providore.
We’re looking for someone flexible who is happy to spend some time front-of-house (greeting and serving customers with a smile, making coffee, selling local produce) as well as some time back-of-house (preparing toasties and plating up food).
Keeping the atmosphere warm, welcoming and relaxed is a must, interest in and knowledge of the local area and produce including wines is a bonus!
We would like someone to join the team ongoing part-time – ie not just a summer role.
Please send your CV and a paragraph telling us a little about you and why you would like to work with us to [email protected]. DM or email if you would like to set up a time to drop in with your CV in person 😊
*Please share with anyone you think may fit the bill and enjoy the role!*

05/11/2024

28/10/2024

This coming Monday 4 November we will be closed for the Recreation Day public holiday. Open all weekend as usual... and we've just had a fresh drop of wines from Small Wonder Wines Bream Creek Wines and Sinapius Vineyard we will be rotating through by the glass. Come in for a taste on the waterfront! 🥂

20/10/2024

**Stay 3, pay 2! Third night free on us for Spring!** 🛟🌞The days are getting longer, the sunsets later, the water warmer (well sort of) and Low Head is prime for a coastal escape!! To celebrate spring, we’re offering a special third night free – Pay for 2 nights, Stay for 3 promotion at the Low Head Pilot Station accommodations when you book with us direct. 🌊
Whether it’s a group of friends in Pilots House, family time in the Schoolhouse or a peaceful weekend in one of the Boatmans’ houses, this is your chance to take some time out and explore our stunning coast.
🚶‍♀️ Stroll the beach, take in the fresh ocean air, let the kids run free on the station green, watch the ships come and go and soak up the history of our heritage cottages.
🛟Book now and enjoy: ✔️ 3rd Night Free on us! ✔️ Serene coastal views ✔️ Perfect family getaway or couple’s retreat.
📅 Limited time offer, available until 11 December.
🌐 email us at [email protected] or call on 0467 822 826. We can’t wait to welcome you! 😊
https://lowheadpilotstation.com.au/

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08/10/2024

Thanks to everyone who came in to the kiosk last week and over the weekend, it was great to be back! Thursday is a public holiday for Launceston show and we will be closed, but back open Friday - Monday, 10-3 for coffee, cakes, homemade pastries, toasties and treats! As always, local beers and wines on the menu, the weekend is looking sunny so come in for a beverage in the sunshine by the water! See you Friday!

22/09/2024

Thanks to everyone for your continued support and patience during our transition from Seafood Shack to Pilots Providore.
We previously shared that we were planning to open Pilots Providore on October 3; however, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, our reopening has been delayed, and we now anticipate opening our doors as Pilots Providore in December.

From October 3 WE WILL STILL BE OPEN for coffee, cakes, light brunch/lunch options and local wines and beers by the water in the meantime.

As frustrating as the delay is we are incredibly excited to bring you the Providore in December, for now we’ll keep you updated on our progress on socials, or drop in to see us in the refitted kiosk from October 3 (thurs-mon 10-3)!

24/08/2024

Pilots Providore is now on socials. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram to get a taste of what is to come!

14/08/2024

****News Alert!**** The Low Head Pilot Station will open Pilots Providore on October 3 – an intimate waterfront stop serving local coffee, baked goods, simple seasonal food (think sandwiches, salads, soups), wines, and beers. There will be shelves stocked with a curated selection of gourmet goodies for you to enjoy in-house (we’ll provide the platter), to take home, or take to your own picnic spot.

As we bid farewell to the Seafood Shack, it’s not goodbye to long coffee and cake dates, wines by the water and beers after biking in the warm atmosphere of Low Head’s café!

Though the seafood will be missed, our commitment to place, quality, and community remains unchanged. The cafe is a hub for Low Head, George Town, and our Pilot Station guests. The Pilots Providore will focus on serving this community by creating a warm atmosphere to gather, to enjoy the place, people, and flavours of our region.

We know the beachfront views go oh so well with something from the sea so of course we’ll keep some goodies from our friends at George Town Seafoods in the fridges.

**When is this all happening?!**
The last week of the Seafood Shack will be 11-15 September
There will be a shutdown period from September 16th until we open Pilots Providore on 3 October.

We will keep you all updated via social media - follow us on Instagram and Pilots Providore on Facebook. Make sure to pop in over the next month to get your Seafood Shack fix before we switch off the fryers.

Exciting next chapter for the Pilot Station. We can’t wait to have you all into the Pilots Providore from October!

03/07/2024

Come and see the penguins each night in Low Head at sunset... and if you are wondering yes, they are even cuter in real life if you can believe it! Thanks Australian Traveller for the shout-out! Book via https://www.penguintourstasmania.com.au/

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399 Low Head Road
Low Head, TAS
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http://www.lowheadpilotstation.com.au/

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