• Entire home
  • 1044 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Bays Rest is situated in St Helens and offers a terrace. This holiday home has a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer and free toiletries. A TV and a DVD player are available. Laundry service is also available. Guests at Bays Rest will be able to enjoy activities in and around St Helens, like diving, fishing and canoeing. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Launceston Airport, 148 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for St Helens
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    The view was terrific and the extras supplied were a good surprise. We would certainly come again
  • Weatherman
    Australia Australia
    Everything about Bays Rest was exceptional. We loved our stay there - too short.
  • Anne
    Australia Australia
    The house was lovely and a quiet area, the beds were very comfortable and having two bathrooms was a bonus
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Destination Bay of Fires

Company review score: 9.5Based on 249 reviews from 12 properties
12 managed properties

Company information

We live in Binalong Bay near St Helens with our little girls Millie and Zoe and our dog Lil. Our family-owned business manages boutique accommodation in the Bay of Fires region. Working in tourism/hospitality and managing holiday rentals in the area for many years, we maintain high standards to present and review accommodation to ensure guests have a comfortable stay in a home away from home. We are passionate about where we live and happily share our local knowledge to enhance your visit to the Bay of Fires.

Property information

Perched on a hill this 2 bedroom dwelling provides lovely panoramic water views of Georges Bay. It is only short stroll down to walking and biking tracks along the water and an enjoyable 20 minute walk into the centre of town. This lovely property has a bright open plan living area which leads into a tastefully furnished dining space and well equipped kitchen. The two bedrooms both with water views, each have a comfortable a queen bed and easy access to an ensuite sized bathroom. The master bedroom opens up onto a deck with small table and chairs and is a delightful spot to take in Bay vista whilst enjoying your morning coffee. A second deck is accessed off the living area is well set up with outdoor dining setting and Weber BBQ. Guests who have come to ride the St Helens MTB trails can safely store their bikes in the outdoor lock up shed and guests can securely park in the carport located right next to the house. Bays Rest is ideal for single travellers, couples or a small family and is a comfortable haven to explore the Tassie East Coast!

Neighbourhood information

St Helens is set on picturesque Georges Bay. Originally a whaling station in the early 1800’s, St Helens is now renowned as the game fishing capital of Tasmania and is a mecca for all types fishing and water sports. Visitors can board fishing charters or try their luck casting a rod off the pier. St Helens is the perfect place for local seafood. Enjoy fresh oysters straight from Georges Bay. Gather all of the essentials for your holiday from one of the many supermarkets, bakeries and bottle shops. There are a number of restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy a tasty meal or kick back with a coffee and watch the world go by. It is not far to explore the beautiful coastline of the Bay of Fires conservation area or travel to St Helens Point to take in the remarkable Peron sand dunes. Only a short drive away, discover the dairy country of Pyengana and visit the cheese factory, the Pub In the Paddock or the St Columba waterfalls. Journey up to the Blue Tier reserve, a stunning forested plateau that offers a range of walks and world-class mountain bike trails. With all of these attractions so close, it is not surprising many visitors choose an extended stay in St Helens!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bays Rest
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Ironing facilities
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Diving
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Bays Rest takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 23:30

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 00:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 150 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Bays Rest in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 150 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    License number: DA219-2018

    FAQs about Bays Rest

    • The prices at Bays Rest may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Bays Rest offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing

    • Yes, Bays Rest is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Bays Rest is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Bays Rest can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Bays Rest has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Bays Rest is 0.7 miles from the centre of St Helens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.