Old Colony Inn

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Old Colony Inn
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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Old Colony Inn in New Norfolk offers comfortable bedrooms with private bathrooms, garden or river views, and modern amenities including free WiFi, kitchenettes, and private check-in and check-out services. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a beautiful garden, terrace, and outdoor seating area, perfect for relaxation. The property also features a picnic area and breakfast in the room, highly appreciated by visitors. Convenient Location: Located 48 km from Hobart Airport, the inn is close to attractions such as Theatre Royal (34 km), MONA (24 km), and Hobart Convention Centre (36 km). Free toiletries, a washing machine, and a dining area enhance the stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    “Penelope is an wonderful host, providing a welcoming environment and excellent breakfast. Room was comfortable and only a short walk to the Bush Inn for good pub meals.”
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    “Comfortable everything we needed and privacy. We were able to relax after a big day driving .”
  • Kristin
    Australia Australia
    “We loved how friendly Penelope and David were throughout our stay, breakfast was fantastic, served in front of an open fire. David’s gave us a tip about where to go for dinner and we had a great pub meal just up the road. The art work throughout...”
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    “Comfy bed and nice room lovely artworks throughout. Delicious breakfast included.”
  • Joanne
    Australia Australia
    “Warm and cozy with a comfy bed. Penelope is lovely, very informative and friendly and supplied a beautiful array of quality local produce in a scrumptious breakfast.”
  • Melissa
    Australia Australia
    “Breakfast was divine. Penelope was a wonderful host.”
  • Jay
    Australia Australia
    “Very comfortable & our hostess was lovely, informative & welcoming. Breakfast was wonderful in front of the fire.”
  • Janice
    Australia Australia
    “The host was charming and helpful. We enjoyed staying in such a heritage building and appreciated her historical insights. Breakfast was delicious with freshly made warmed fruit,cereals, yoghurt , variety of bread and scrambled eggs and we were...”
  • Philip
    Australia Australia
    “The heritage of the property, the cosiness of the room (the host had ensured it was warm before we arrived in the evening), the quality of the in-room facilities, our friendly and informative host....and the beautiful breakfast, prepared with...”
  • Howard
    Australia Australia
    “Excellent brickie. Would have loved to taste the toast and jams but couldn't fit it in after the cereal and eggs etc.”

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 Penelope Ann

Company review score: 9.7Based on 517 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Originally an art teacher, Penelope has run restaurants in Victoria and Tasmania before venturing into the Bed and Breakfast business. She combines her love of art and design with her love of good food and coffee. Penelope was previously owner/manager of both Edinborough Gallery B&B and Cleburne Homestead B&B in Hobart.

Property information

The Old Colony Inn is a heritage property dating from the 1830's. Mainly built of stone and brick, it is believed that it was originally a hops store servicing the rural community of early of New Norfolk.

Neighbourhood information

The Old Colony Inn is just two streets from exquisite walks beside the Derwent River and two streets form the centre of historic New Norfolk town centre. Famed for its heritage buildings, antique shops and beautiful landscapes, New Norfolk also offers a variety of great places to eat including the Agrarian Kitchen Eatery, the Black Swan coffee shop, Patchwork Cafe, The Cake Lady cafe and the Quilted Teapot cafe with its hearty open fire.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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