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The North-East of Tassie is all about embracing a different pace... finding little hidden gems along the (very) winding roads. Tiny towns with a big heart and some of the most photogenic locations you'll come across in Tassie.
Home to Tassie's premier mountain biking destination is the little town of Derby, a vibrant community with plenty to enjoy for everyone including the floating sauna on Lake Derby. There are so many little side adventures beconing as you take the winding roads - a side trip to St Columba Falls will take you past the delightful Pyengana Dairy door and the iconic Pub in the Paddock. Take a turn at Branxholm and you'll discover Mt Paris Dam, its steep walls rising from deep within the forrest. A meandering drive along the Pipers River will see you enter 'Sparkling Tasmania', where you can call in to the cellar doors of Pipers Brook, House of Arras and our personal favourite, Jansz. In January it is an absolute must to call into Bridstowe Lavender Estate to be delighted by the sea of purple flowers during thier festival of flowers, it is absolutely spectacular. |
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hidden treasures
Derby and the floating Sauna
(1 hr 25 min drive) Are you ready to take the plunge! This unique experience in such a tranquil setting has people raving... from wood-fired sauna to the icy waters of lake Derby, this is an experience to remember. 99 Main St, Derby floatingsauna.com.au |
Mt Paris Dam
(1 hr 30 min drive) Near to Derby and a short walk from the carpark is the remnants of the Mt Paris Dam wall hidden in the picturesque wilderness. A relic of the area's Tin mining history of the early 1900s. Off Mt Paris Dam Rd, Derby Mt Paris Dam Walk (on All Trails) |
Pyengana Farmgate Cafe
(2 hr 10 min drive) Situated in the rolling pastures of happy cows and with 130 years of cheese-making heritage, sample these delicious award-winning cheeses and see the cheese-making process underway. 163 St Columba Falls Rd, Pyengana pyenganadairy.com.au |
pipers river region
Jansz Tasmania Cellar Door
(45 min drive) One of the most highly regarded family-owned sparkling wine houses in Australia, dedicated to making premium sparkling wines, using the traditional Méthode Champenoise. 1216B Pipers Brook Rd, Pipers Brook jansz.com.au |
House of Arras Cellar Door
(40 min drive) Australia's most awarded sparkling wine brand - extraordinarily refined, House of Arras sparkling wines are individual expressions of the outstanding Tasmanian landscape. 40 Baxters Rd, Pipers River houseofarras.com.au |
Bridestowe Lavender Estate
(50 min drive) Pop in any time of year to enjoy the highest quality lavender oil and products, and delight your tastebuds with a lavender scone, lavender fudge or our famous lavender ice cream. 296 Gillespies Rd, Nabowla bridestowelavender.com.au |
Little Rivers Brewing Co.
(60 min drive) A boutique-style craft brewery and distillery with those cosy laid back feels, right in the heart of Scottsdale. Enjoy a tasting paddle of beers or spirits before a roaring fire - perfection! 22 Victoria St, Scottsdale https://www.littlerivers.com.au |
Barnbougle
(60 min drive) A world-class gold course with an incredible world class view - set in the rolling coastal hills with views over the bass strait. Enjoy a few holes and unwind in the on-site bar or restaurant. 425 Waterhouse Rd, Bridport barnbougle.com.au |
Bridport Distillery
(60 min drive) Boutique distillery crafting small batch spirits which capture the spirit of the region, located in the heart of the seaside town of Bridport on the North Coast. 101 Main St, Bridport bridportdistillingco.com.au |
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