Family-friendly vacation rentals in Dover

Surveyors Cottage - a quiet retreat by the sea

Unwind at Surveyor’s Cottage, a quiet seaside hideaway where water, sky, and mountain views meet at your doorstep The cottage is modest, with all you need for a comfortable stay — two bedrooms, full kitchen, and a wood fire with plenty of firewood to keep you warm. There’s coffee to start the day, and space to sit, read, and watch the light dance across the water. This is a place to slow down. Walk straight to the beach, linger on the deck at sunset, or fall asleep to the rhythm of the waves.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Hiking

The Studio

The Studio has an open-plan configuration with en-suite shower room and kitchenette and is located in the centre of Dover town, within easy walking distance to restaurants, cafes, supermarket and the beach. Situated on a small hobby farm with great countryside views, sheep and chickens and near to family-friendly activities. Converted from a garage, the space if fully insulated with double glazed window and is warm and comfortable. Ideal for couples, solo adventurers and families of four.

Indoor spaces · Family · Walkability

Chambls Shack

Chambls Shack provides wanderers with a slow stay, overlooking the sandy beach at Verona Sands. Chambls is a genuine shack experience, complete with 1970’s kitchen, open fireplace and light shades. Plenty of wobbly bits and sloping floors, but we’re watertight, warm and a whole load of fun. Situated 1 hour from Hobart via Huon or Channel, Chambls welcomes travellers who want to truly relax and revisit the 70’s in luxe linens, open fire and a bottle of red. Or bring the kids and hit the beach.

Family · Indoor spaces · Bathroom

Cheerful seaside shack in Southport - Casa Del Rio

Relax your days away at our peaceful seaside shack. Beautiful sea views across to Bruny Island. Enjoy the easy pellet fireplace in Winter, open the door to the huge deck with water views in Summer. Everything you need to make your stay easy and comfortable. Surrounded by the views makes staying in a great option, or you could get out and about to explore some local attractions. Southport Tavern, Rivers Run Tavern, Hasting Caves, Cockle Creek and many more within close distance.

Family · Kitchen · Hospitality

Casita Rica - the getaway you wont want to leave

Casita Rica offers a cosy 1 bedroom retreat with spectacular views of the Huon River and beyond, located a 30min drive south of Huonville. 15-20 mins from local towns of Geeveston and Dover. Easy day trips to Cockle Creek, the Tahune, Hobart, Bruny Island and Hartz Mountain National Park, Idyllic beaches, bushwalking, plentiful local produce and weekend Markets. Or kick back in front of our fire, while playing cards, board games or just reading from our library of books.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Nearby

QUARRY HILL LOOKOUT - Luxurious with views

MODERN architectural design with the LUXURY you deserve while on holiday. Enjoy the peace & tranquility of this magnificent property with million dollar views of Esperance Bay. You can be totally RELAXED or be as ACTIVE as you like (or a bit of both) with comfortable lounges, beds, mesmerising views & many tourist options close by such as Hastings Caves (currently by appointment), Hartz Mountain & Willie Smiths Apple Shed. Perfect for couples, families & friends.

Kitchen · Family · Amenities

Huon Valley View Cabin near Cygnet

Private, self-contained cabin in the Huon Valley close to Cygnet (7 min), Bruny Island & Hobart (50 min), Hartz Mountain National Park & World Heritage Area (1 hr). Bush surrounds, stunning views of the Huon River & Hartz mountains. Beaches, bushwalking, markets, relax by the fire or on the deck & admire the view. Markets every week in the valley, including the Cygnet market 1st & 3rd Sunday of the mth, Willie Smith's Artisan & Farmers Market every Saturday, 10-1.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Access

River Road Chalet, Surges Bay

We are situated 1 hour drive from Hobart, on the Huon River Estuary. The ambience of the property is a secluded, rural, actual waterfront acreage. Guests may enjoy the pebble beach and rock pools together with the private jetty for fishing. We have a secure fenced area adjacent to the chalet suitable for well-behaved pets. (At the owners discretion) Please make contact with us prior to confirming your booking to discuss the pet you intend to bring.

Indoor spaces · Family · Pets

Eggs and Bacon Bay Beach House

A container house nestled in a quiet could de sac in the iconic Eggs and Bacon Bay. We have just made changes to our beach house and it now includes an outside “bush spa”, fire pit and kayaks for fun and relaxation. Minutes from 3 local beaches. A short drive to Cygnet for great coffee, groceries, local art and craft and markets. Make this stop part of your travel route with established wineries, roadside farm produce sales and scenic rest points.

Family · Indoor spaces · Quiet

Tranquil Beach House

Our house is located on Roaring Beach 80 minutes south of Hobart & close to one of Tasmania's most southern towns, Dover. You will love our place because of the tranquil white beaches surrounded by picturesque farmland. Wilderness World Heritage Area, including the Hartz Mountains National Park, Hastings Caves Thermal Springs & the Ida Bay historic railway are at your doorstep & the drive from Hobart will take you through the beautiful Huon Valley.

Family · Indoor spaces · Bathroom

Drift Away Organic Shack

Situated in a Tranquil setting over looking the Huon River in the Far South of Tasmania, this small Hut is cosy and ideal for a relaxing getaway for two. For a real authentic Tassie outdoors experience enjoy cooking over the fire pit under the stars, watch the sun rise over the River and embrace the experience of using a composting toilet. Close to some of the most pristine beaches, amazing walks, National Parks and wonderful eateries

Indoor spaces · Family · Access

Waterfront home with private jetty

Modern three bedroom home with absolute waterfront, white sand beach and private jetty. Perfect family getaway or couple's retreat. Full amenities - kayaks, library, games, new kitchen, art corner and table tennis. Fish, relax or explore the beautiful Derwent channel region.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Value