This building began as a humble, 4-room weatherboard cottage built in 1837 by John Robinson. It was gradually expanded to include 2 shops (a Pharmacy and a Saddlery), a Convict Brick cottage at the back and a Sandstone kitchen with bakers' oven. The current owner has thoroughly and sympathetically restored it to highlight the heritage feature while adding modern comforts.
The Northern Wing is now a stunning Wine, Cheese and Spirit Bar / Café with a General Liquor License (5am - Midnight), Bottle shop and on-line sales. It specialises in Tasmanian Wine and Spirits sourced from producers within 60km of Oatlands and 90%+ Tasmanian foods with everything bought directly from the producers. The Imbibers was recently voted 2nd in The Mercury Newspaper's - Tasmania's Best Hospitality Venue 2022.
The rest of the building now has 3, boutique accommodations with occupancy rate last year averaging 88% and this year-to-date is 99%. Bookings are taken on-line and local cleaners manage the turn-arounds while electric key codes allow access for guests. Linen is hired by a laundry firm that collects and returns linen weekly. One of the cottages could become the Owner / Manager on-site residence.
Major developments in the town have recently put the spotlight on this gorgeous Heritage Village that has become a must-see stop for interstate and intra-state visitors. This property has approvals in place for expansion of the business as well as options for other projects due to the dual access into the large allotment.
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