ACCOMMODATION BARRINGTON TAS

Glencoe Rural Retreat offers four star bed and breakfast accommodation at Barrington, near Sheffield, Tasmania. Glencoe Farm Guest House sits among fertile Kentish Plains overlooked by craggy Mount Roland. Glencoe is a gateway to Cradle Mountain, the lakes district and the World Heritage Area. French-born Remi and Ginette Bancal, formerly at Calstock Guest House, in 2006 completely renovated and decorated Glencoe in a chic French country style, with lovely modern bathrooms. Glencoe has four ensuite guest rooms, guest lounge, breakfast and casual dining room. The atmosphere is friendly and intimate. Glencoe is open during the day as a garden tea-room serving light traditional French cooking. Remi and Ginette offer theirs guests a traditional French provincial dinner using fresh produce from their garden - pre-booking only. Glencoe is blessed with wonderful attractions and activities within easy reach to suit everyone: garden tours, horse riding, fishing, bush walking, antiques, wineries, berry farms and cheese tasting. Glencoe Farm is within a one-hour drive of Cradle Mountain and a 30-minute drive from the Devonport ferry terminal, so make Glencoe your first or last stop or simply a "pied à terre" when visiting Tasmania. Check-in time is 1400. Please contact operator for check-in after 1800.

Shady Trees is a comfortable holiday home, nestled in the Barrington Village, just five kilometres from Gloucester and 50 minutes from World Heritage Barrington Tops National Park. Shady Trees offers the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing and peaceful country holiday, while having the conveniences of Gloucester only minutes away. Sit back and relax with your favourite drink, and watch the flames of the wood fire, or perhaps enjoy a barbecue with family and friends in the outdoor entertaining area. Relax under a shady tree on the two acre property, and watch the birds, play some old fashioned games with the kids, or allow them to explore while you read a book....

Mansfield Cottage - where you will love the peace and quiet of country life, where the stars drift down to kiss the Mother Earth and Nature's gift of birds and animals abound naturally for all to see and enjoy. Mansfield provides that getaway from the hustle, bustle and the very full life of the city - take that well deserved break - make the time to smell the roses - find again the 'elixir of love' - have some quality time with the family - don't just dream it, do it now. The cottage is a traditional three bedroom farmhouse, dating from the early 1950s, resting on the banks of the Barrington river. Reverse cycle air-conditioning, slow combustion fire and bedroom fans will assist your comfort. As their guest, you will have sole use of the cottage and the surrounding four hectares. Explore and enjoy!

Birdsong at Barrington is an elevated north facing one room cabin just 10 minutes from the beautiful town of Gloucester. A generous continental breakfast is included in the tariff. Ideal for couples wanting a short break, this modern room is separated from the main house and is equipped with queen bed, en suite and kitchenette. A barbecue is also available. Use Birdsong as a base for energetic activities or just relax and enjoy the view from the balcony.

Barrington Village Retreat & Barnhouse is a local business servicing the Taree area.

Holiday apartments in Barrington