Huon Valley Escapes

04/05/2024

The Aquariids meteor shower peaks each May, around 4 - 8th. Early morning is the best time to see up to 21 meteors an hour. This meteor shower occurs when Earth travels through the debris left behind by Halley's comet. To get the best view, find a location far away from city lights, such as Buttongrass Retreat, near Hastings, in Far South Tasmania.

More info about the meteor shower is at https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2024-05-03/2024-eta-aquariids-australia-meteor-shower/103784186

More info about the dark sky at Buttongrass Retreat (and online bookings) is at https://www.buttongrassretreat.com.au/dark-sky-aurora.html

Far from the light pollution of Hobart city, this eco cabin is the southernmost accommodation in all Australia. From the generous deck and the full length living room windows, your view is south and...

16/04/2024

Our recent guest, Mary, captured this nice green Southern Aurora glow from the front deck of Buttongrass Retreat south from Dover, Tasmania. This is a great place to experience the night sky without light pollution from city lights. More info is at https://www.buttongrassretreat.com.au/dark-sky-aurora.html

04/04/2024

More info at https://www.huonvalleyescapes.net/wilderness-camp-port-davey.html

09/03/2024

Many terms have been applied to tourism to lift its image. An early descriptor from the 1970’s, and one still in use today, is ‘ecotourism’. Ecotourism is invariably associated with taking a trip into and through nature with a hint of adventure and the unknown.

Tourism has been an important industry in Tasmania for many years providing income and employment to the state. However, like all industries it needs to adapt to comply with the global need for a low carbon future. In 2023, industry and government combined to jointly release a plan for taking the in...

04/03/2024

A Taste of the Huon is one of the most popular regional events in Tasmania and draws over 20,000 local, intrastate and interstate visitors through its 2 day program. From 10 and 11 March 2024, this is a celebration of fine food, wine, entertainment, arts and crafts from the Huon Valley and Channel region – held at Ranelagh which is only 30 minutes scenic drive south of Hobart.

Maybe use the Taste as your impetus to enjoy a Huon Valley Escape. Add a couple of nights accommodation, a river cruise, visit the apple museum, winery. More info at https://www.huonvalleyescapes.net/taste-of-the-huon.html

04/02/2024

Cockle Creek, in Far South Tasmania has been names the 3rd best beach in Australia by Tourism Australia in 2024.​

Read more at https://www.huonvalleyescapes.net/tourism-news-blog/cockle-creek-is-third-best-beach-in-australia

The list has been curated by Tourism Australia's ambassador and beach expert Brad Farmer AM, He is an environmentalist who has dedicated his life to conserving Australia's coastline, so it's hard to imagine a better Australian to curate the list. Cockle Creek is a real standout in it's protection of the natural values of Tasmania's Southwest National Park.

Cockle Creek, in Far South Tasmania has been names the 3rd best beach in Australia by Tourism Australia in 2024.​

16/01/2024

Cancelation at Buttongrass Retreat means we have 3 nights available at discounted price: Arrive 17, depart 20 Jan $175/nt inc 2 people, 1 queen bed. Book now https://book.roommanager.com.au/huon-valley-escapes/accommodation/140375/206106%2c206105%2c206038%2c206114%2c206039%2c206124%2c206040

14/01/2024

Hastings pool closed for the week

⛔️ Closure alert ⛔️
If you're planning on heading to the Hastings area this coming week, please be aware Hastings Springs Reserve will be closed from Monday 15 January 2024 for important pool maintenance. The Reserve walks and barbecues are expected to reopen Wednesday 17 January, with the pool reopening Monday 22 January 2024.

Don't despair - there is still plenty to see and do in the area, with the spectacular underground world of Hastings (Newdegate) Cave, several short walks, or that end-of-the-earth drive experience out to Cockle Creek, Australia's southernmost point accessible by road.

📸: David Clarke