Forest Walks Lodge
669 Jackeys Marsh Rd, Jackeys Marsh, Tasmania 7304 Australia
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669 Jackeys Marsh Rd, Jackeys Marsh, Tasmania 7304 Australia
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A beautiful lodge in the middle of tasmanian paradise. Sean and rosemary are great hosts and provide mouth watering meals. The property is inviting and built for comfort. Possums and wallabies can be seen everywhere so animal lovers will be pleased.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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When I walked into Sean and Rosemary's lodge, my first impression was that it was a good place to relax! The lounge is beautiful and peaceful with large windows looking out on a gorgeous valley and hills beyond. The rooms are lovely and comfortable and all look out onto that same view. Wombats and echnidas grazed nonchalantly on the grass as we walked by. Sean's dinners were absolutely delicious as were the breakfasts - and one day, lunch, after we came back from our forest walk. As I told Sean, that walk blew me away. Learning about the complexity, variety and age range of the flora was fascinating, and the forest is alive with the sound of birdsong and just a beautiful and peaceful place to walk. Sean and Rosemary are great company and from them we learned so much about the history of the area and ways in which they and others have worked to preserve it. Of all of the lodges and inns we stayed at on our journey through Tassie, this lodge, in the midst of such beauty, was an experience I would repeat in a heartbeat.…
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: The room on the end has a double-aspect and is a bit larger than the other two but all are great.
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Response from Rosemary Norwood, Owner at Forest Walks Lodge
Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you Belinda, your stay in December 22 was also a highlight for us. Our aim is to give our guests a real appreciation for the changing environment around us. We hope you have many more adventures into nature in the future.
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We booked 5 nights in March 2022 based on the lodges website and guest reviews, both of which appeared great. We got there and left after ONE night and one home cooked dinner. Why : - Wifi did NOT work in the room ( A$ 250/night) even though it was confirmed in writing - no privacy curtain or similar in the bathroom window facing garden ( poo with a view ) - mould on shower curtain - generally left the impression on us of missing cleanliness ( eg dust on window shades, stains on table cloth, long hair on napkin, plenty flies in living/dining room, etc We paid for TWO nights and the dinner, which was good, after some discussion as to whether we should pay the whole 5 nights.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Rosemary Norwood, Owner at Forest Walks Lodge
Responded 2 weeks ago
We got off to a bad start with Klaus and Jutta for which we apologised. As we had other guests at the time we were not able to give them our full attention. We live with nature and sometimes it intrudes on our indoor environment. However we do look out on to a wonderful view and make it available through all our windows. The loo with a view is actually pretty special. Flies are a fact of life in rural Australia in summertime and all our windows and doors are screened. The occasional one makes it inside. As to the wifi, as we are a remote location we have satellite internet and it depends on the day how fast it goes and on your receiver when you gain get it in your bedroom. The day after Klaus and Jutta left I tested it from their allocated room and it worked fine for emails, banking and websites. Sometimes a little patience is required. A nature lodge doesn’t necessarily suit everyone. Klaus refused to pay the amount for which he was liable under the clearly stated cancellation policy. Enough said.
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The beautiful energy-efficient Lodge was designed and built by the owners, using local timbers and sandstone for the floor. There are panoramic views from every room. Sean is a highly qualified naturalist, conservationist and ...wait for it... chef! So it is not just the wonderful accommodation on offer. There are a range of guided walks through the property's unique forest and delicious three course meals incorporating home grown vegetables. So go for the full experience if you possibly can.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: The Lodge is only 20 minutes drive south from Deloraine, the craft capital of Tasmania.
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Response from Rosemary Norwood, Owner at Forest Walks Lodge
Responded 11 Nov 2022
Thanks John, lovely to have hosted you. The walk you took with Sean was pretty special.
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We stayed one night and it was a most peaceful and relaxing experience. The location is beautiful, set in a green valley with views of the western tiers. Sean and Rosemary are friendly and make you feel very welcome. We chose to eat dinner at the lodge and the food was exceptional - tempura fish and vegetables, sourced from the garden. Breakfast was also exceptional - I have never eaten duck eggs before and they were delicious. Also, Sean makes a mean hot chocolate. Our room was lovely and comfortable and we slept very well in the peace and quiet. It was a really relaxing stay, with good company and I would definitely return.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Room Tip: The deluxe queen room was very comfortable and had a lovely bath with a mermaid tile image on the...
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Highlights of a special birthday weekend here with friends include: Unlimited hot water for baths No tv Comfortable, cosy beds Gourmet meals featuring local produce Surprise birthday cake Being allowed to bring our dog Talking with Rosemary and Sean and learning so much about the area and their lives Walking Warner’s Track Fishing in the stream Pots of tea Warm, inviting lodge Fresh duck eggs for breakfast Abundant bird and animal life Amazing scenery Thank you Rosemary and Sean for making our weekend away such a special experience … we would love to return!
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Visitors can choose from relaxing or being active
Bring your dog as he/she will have a blast
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Had an excellent 2 nights at ForestWalksLodge. Sean and Rosemary are excellent hosts. The food was also excellent, with Sean being a great cook, and most of the food either being grown in their own garden or being sourced very locally. The lodge is a very good working example of passive solar design. Very warm and stable temperature. Well worth the visit just to see and experience this. The guided botanical walk is a must do add on. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We had the most relaxing, enjoyable and rejuvenating "nature-based" stay at Forests Walks Lodge. Everything about it is authentic and organic. Amazing forests walks to see ancient giant trees, fern forests, and other natural wonders. Sean is the best host imaginable, a great cook and knowledgeable on the area's natural and cultural history. The views from our room were inspiring and peaceful.
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Room Tip: We had the largest room and it was great
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We stayed 3 nights at the Lodge. Sean and Rosemary were wonderful hosts; the lodge is nestled on the edge of the forest in an amazing valley. Sean's cooking was superb - the evening meals were a highlight, especially the amazing deserts. The ambience around the Lodge is relaxing and enjoyable. During Covid the guest numbers are limited to family units and the two of us thoroughly enjoyed the lodge experience. On the last day it rained heavily and after returning to the Lodge and enjoying a pre dinner drink Sean pointed out a waterfall cascading down the western Tiers - only flows after heavy rain. Wonderful to sit with the fire and watch with the ducks running around and sheep grazing on the valley floor.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from Rosemary Norwood, Owner at Forest Walks Lodge
Responded 29 Oct 2020
Thanks Gary it was lovely to be able to host Tasmanian's in this time of crisis. And so glad you enjoyed the food, prepared with love by Sean. It is certainly a beautiful place to relax and wind down.
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We had a lovely room where we could listed to the sound of a babbling brook as well as the contented sounds made by the free range ducks. Rosemary and Swan were lovely hosts. The guided walk was very interesting and the food, cooked by Sean, was excellent. We definitely recommend it. During COVID they are only accepting bookings from family units. Our unit was 2.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from Rosemary Norwood, Owner at Forest Walks Lodge
Responded 29 Oct 2020
Thanks for your appreciation of our accommodation and surroundings. The guided walk is one of the highlights for many people who stay, even Tasmanian's who have enjoyed being out and about and learning more about their own island state. We will soon be accepting more people from interstate and trust they will also enjoy learning about the state and fate of the forests surrounding us.
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$168 - $188 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Walks Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Forest Walks Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Liffey Falls (7.4 km) and Pine Lake (7.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Forest Walks Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Forest Walks Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is Forest Walks Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.