Explorers Lodge
A charming, comfortable and cosy experience awaits at our graceful New England style property.
Explorers Lodge graciously overlooks a quiet, leafy pocket of New Norfolk, featuring four guest rooms, all with private ensuite, a self-contained two bedroom, two bathroom apartment and expansive landscaped gardens.
The main B&B lodge guest rooms are only suitable and bookable for guests 11 years of age and older.
Our Sassafras self contained apartment is suitable for children of all ages.
Explorers Lodge graciously overlooks a quiet, leafy pocket of New Norfolk, featuring four guest rooms, all with private ensuite, a self-contained two bedroom, two bathroom apartment and expansive landscaped gardens.
The main B&B lodge guest rooms are only suitable and bookable for guests 11 years of age and older.
Our Sassafras self contained apartment is suitable for children of all ages.
General Information
Check In : after 2 pm
Check Out : until 10am
Reception Hours : 8am to 9pm.
After Hours : for more details contact us on 0428 558 705.
Staff not always onsite at all times of the day. Please call ahead to ensure staff are onsite. For customers with advance reservations, we may contact you to confirm an estimated arrival time.
Car Parking : Parking always available.
- No undercover or secure parking.
- Three onsite spaces from the driveway which cannot be reserved.
- Street parking is plentiful and on a quiet street located very close to the front entrance.
Getting There : 105 Derwent Terrace New Norfolk.
Look out for the blue and yellow tourism signposts once you cross the bridge in New Norfolk.
We are within easy reach of Hobart (35min), Richmond and Coal River Region (25min), Mona (20min), Mt Field National Park (40min) and all the delights of the magnificent Derwent Valley.
Check Out : until 10am
Reception Hours : 8am to 9pm.
After Hours : for more details contact us on 0428 558 705.
Staff not always onsite at all times of the day. Please call ahead to ensure staff are onsite. For customers with advance reservations, we may contact you to confirm an estimated arrival time.
Car Parking : Parking always available.
- No undercover or secure parking.
- Three onsite spaces from the driveway which cannot be reserved.
- Street parking is plentiful and on a quiet street located very close to the front entrance.
Getting There : 105 Derwent Terrace New Norfolk.
Look out for the blue and yellow tourism signposts once you cross the bridge in New Norfolk.
We are within easy reach of Hobart (35min), Richmond and Coal River Region (25min), Mona (20min), Mt Field National Park (40min) and all the delights of the magnificent Derwent Valley.
Silver Wattle
Our large premier room with king bed. Located on the upper level with modern, spacious private internal bathroom and benefit of no shared walls.
Private Balcony with outdoor furniture and garden views.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
42 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | POD COFFEE MACHINE | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Private Balcony with outdoor furniture and garden views.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
42 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | POD COFFEE MACHINE | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Room Facilities:
- Balcony
- Courtyard
- Non-Smoking Only
- Opening windows
- Outdoor Setting
- Free Parking
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Hair Dryer
- Linen / Bedspread Provided
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Shower
- Toilet Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Blankets
- In-room Heater
- Refrigerator - Bar Size
- Tea/Coffee Making
- In-room Movies
- TV - LCD/LED/Plasma
Blackwood
This north-facing medium size room has the best views of the garden and surrounding hills and features a private internal bathroom (modernised and renovated in November 2022) and king bed.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Room Facilities:
- Non-Smoking Only
- Opening windows
- Free Parking
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Hair Dryer
- Linen / Bedspread Provided
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Shower
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Toilet Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Blankets
- In-room Heater
- Refrigerator - Bar Size
- Tea/Coffee Making
- In-room Movies
- TV - LCD/LED/Plasma
Blue Gum
Small and compact, yet comfortable and cosy room, features a queen bed with private internal bathroom.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Full cooked and continental breakfast included.
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Room Facilities:
- Non-Smoking Only
- Opening windows
- Free Parking
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Hair Dryer
- Linen / Bedspread Provided
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Free Wifi
- Shower
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Toilet Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Blankets
- In-room Heater
- Refrigerator - Bar Size
- Tea/Coffee Making
- In-room Movies
- TV - LCD/LED/Plasma
Banksia
Located on the ground floor with level access, this small and compact, yet comfortable and cosy room with twin beds features private internal bathroom.
Full breakfast included.
"From December 2022, this room will be upgraded and feature a new modern bathroom, walk in wardrobe and a choice of a king bed OR two single beds. The bathroom will have a walk in shower however the disabled handrails, accessible toilet and lowered basin will be removed".
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Full breakfast included.
"From December 2022, this room will be upgraded and feature a new modern bathroom, walk in wardrobe and a choice of a king bed OR two single beds. The bathroom will have a walk in shower however the disabled handrails, accessible toilet and lowered basin will be removed".
32 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | FREE WIFI | TEA/COFFEE MAKING-FRESH MILK | FRIDGE | SILENT HEATER | CEILING FAN | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD (ON REQUEST) | LAUNDRY SERVICE – FEE APPLIES.
Room Facilities:
- Courtyard
- Non-Smoking Only
- Hair Dryer
- Linen / Bedspread Provided
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Shower
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Blankets
- In-room Heater
- Refrigerator - Bar Size
- Tea/Coffee Making
- TV - LCD/LED/Plasma
Sassafras Apartment
Two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Private access is from the rear garden via small set of stairs.
Expansive master suite with king bed and ensuite.
2nd bedroom choose a king bed or twin beds.
Separate living area and kitchenette.
Private balcony and BBQ overlooking landscaped rear gardens.
Maximum occupancy: 4 people.
Sassafras Apartment is part of the Explorers Lodge building structure however apartment guests do not have access to the main part of the lodge and its living areas.
Kitchenette includes kettle, coffee, tea, fresh milk, fridge, Induction hotplate, microwave, mini oven, toaster, salt, pepper, olive oil, electric frypan, plates, glasswear, pots and pans, cutlery, cooking utensils and BBQ cooking kit.
BREAKFAST NOT INCLUDED - SELF CATERED.
42 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | WASHING MACHINE |REVERSE CYCLE AIR CONDITIONER | FREE WIFI | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD | ON REQUEST: HIGH CHAIR | BABY COT | BABY BATH
Private access is from the rear garden via small set of stairs.
Expansive master suite with king bed and ensuite.
2nd bedroom choose a king bed or twin beds.
Separate living area and kitchenette.
Private balcony and BBQ overlooking landscaped rear gardens.
Maximum occupancy: 4 people.
Sassafras Apartment is part of the Explorers Lodge building structure however apartment guests do not have access to the main part of the lodge and its living areas.
Kitchenette includes kettle, coffee, tea, fresh milk, fridge, Induction hotplate, microwave, mini oven, toaster, salt, pepper, olive oil, electric frypan, plates, glasswear, pots and pans, cutlery, cooking utensils and BBQ cooking kit.
BREAKFAST NOT INCLUDED - SELF CATERED.
42 INCH LCD TV WITH MEDIA STREAMING | WASHING MACHINE |REVERSE CYCLE AIR CONDITIONER | FREE WIFI | HAIRDRYER | ELECTRIC BLANKET | IRON AND IRONING BOARD | ON REQUEST: HIGH CHAIR | BABY COT | BABY BATH
Room Facilities:
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
- Non-Smoking Only
- Opening windows
- Outdoor Setting
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Clothes Line/Airer
- Ironing equipment
- Washing Machine
- BBQ facilities
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Cots Available
- Dining Table & Chairs
- Hair Dryer
- High Chair Available
- Linen / Bedspread Provided
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Free Wifi
- Shower
- Toilet Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Blankets
- In-room Heater
- Reverse Air conditioning & Heating
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator - Bar Size
- Stove
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Toaster
- In-room Movies
- TV - LCD/LED/Plasma
- Housekeeping - Weekly
Addons
| Image | Name | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Cot/Bath/Highchair | Cot with linens | 30 | |
| Beer | Eleventh Order Beer | 6 | |
| Cider | Plenty Cider | 6 | |
| Sparkling Wine | 2014 Stefano Lubiana Blanc de Blanc | 65 | |
| Sparkling Wine | Josef Chromy | 49 | |
| Wine - Chardonnay | 2017 Derwent Estate | 50 | |
| Wine - Pinot Gris | 2020 Derwent Estate | 38 | |
| Wine - Pinot Noir | 2019 Stefano Lubiana Primavera | 45 | |
| Wine - Pinot Noir | 2016 Derwent Estate Calcaire | 89 | |
| Wine - Riesling | 2019 Stefano Lubiana | 40 | |
| Wine - Rose | 2020 Derwent Estate | 35 | |
| Wine - Sweet Riesling | 2017 Derwent Estate | 35 |
Facilities
General Facilities
- Disabled Access
- Housekeeping - Limited
- Non-Smoking Rooms Only
- BYO
- Free Breakfast
- BBQ Facilities
- Parking
- Parking - Off Street
- Internet Access - Wifi/Wireless
- Laundry - Washing Service
Additional Facilities
Guests staying in our B&B guest rooms do not have access to a kitchen or food preparation area however plates, cutlery and a microwave are available.
Dining
Full breakfast with most room rates.
Derwent Valley Estate and Stefano Lubiana Tasmanian wines available for purchase.
Derwent Valley Estate and Stefano Lubiana Tasmanian wines available for purchase.
Terms and Conditions
Booking Policy
Booking can be done both online and offline at the location
Deposit Policy
No deposit required for standard bookings.
For group bookings, bookings with total tariff over $2000 or bookings that include three rooms or more a 50% deposit must be paid within 14 days of booking.
For group bookings, bookings with total tariff over $2000 or bookings that include three rooms or more a 50% deposit must be paid within 14 days of booking.
Cancellation Policy
100% of total rate for no show.
100% of total rate if cancelled within 7 days of arrival.
50% of total rate if cancelled within 14 days of arrival.
No penalty if cancelled with more than 14 days notice.
No penalty if cancelled due to Covid 19 restrictions, border closures or natural disaster regardless of notice period.
For group bookings, bookings with a total tariff over $2000 or bookings that include three rooms or more, 90 days notice from check in date is required for refund of deposit.
Cancellations within 90 days of arrival incur a 50% penalty of total booking amount.
100% of total rate if cancelled within 7 days of arrival.
50% of total rate if cancelled within 14 days of arrival.
No penalty if cancelled with more than 14 days notice.
No penalty if cancelled due to Covid 19 restrictions, border closures or natural disaster regardless of notice period.
For group bookings, bookings with a total tariff over $2000 or bookings that include three rooms or more, 90 days notice from check in date is required for refund of deposit.
Cancellations within 90 days of arrival incur a 50% penalty of total booking amount.
No Show Policy
Full rate due for booking.
Child Policy
Children must be a minimum of 11 years old to stay in the main B&B section of the lodge which includes Silver Wattle, Blackwood, Blue Gum and Banksia guest rooms.
Children 11 years and over must be booked as an adult.
Children of any age are permitted to stay in the Sassafras apartment.
For entire lodge bookings all guests MUST be over 11 years of age.
Children 11 years and over must be booked as an adult.
Children of any age are permitted to stay in the Sassafras apartment.
For entire lodge bookings all guests MUST be over 11 years of age.
Check-in Policy
Government approved photo id (passport or drivers license) and credit card be presented
105 Derwent Terrace New Norfolk Tasmania 7140 Australia