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Ormiston House

Esplanade, Strahan, Tasmania 7468, Australia
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Ranked #2 of 5 Strahan B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
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Joanna_and_Mark
Perth, Australia
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14 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

We stayed here for 2 nights in February. What an historic gem! From the outset, Carloyn could not have been friendlier or more helpful. She had emailed detailed directions with stops and coffee spots along the way from both Hobart and Launceston - how helpful is that? Our room was the FO Henry one. There was the original large wardrobe... More

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Byron J
Sydney, Australia
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

The building is lovely to look at both inside and out. Not quite as well equipped as it could be in some respects but very friendly. Overall a charming place to spend a night. Strahan itself is somewhat overrated although historically significant it is mainly a collection of nice eating and souvenir shopping places. More

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Jedzz
Perth Australia
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5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

Got to say that we really enjoyed our recent stay and had a great nights sleep. The owners could not do enough and even supplied a "Top Tip" guide for places to stop at and visit on our return trip to Hobart. Their great service is a credit and we would stay again. The breakfast is continental but hey we... More

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Alan_490416
Warwickshire, England
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56 reviews
29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

We found the rooms and furnishings a little on the gloomy side but in keeping with the building. However, everything worked OK but we did miss a fridge in the room. The hosts are excellent, very helpful and friendly. A plus side is the bar which advertises "pub prices" - we found them to be slightly lower and the measures... More

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Xanadu-Scotland
Scotland
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16 reviews
24 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
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Appreciated the heritage aspect of Ormiston, however did miss some 'mod-cons', and felt that our room (fixtures and fittings) would benefit from additional cleaning. Continental breakfast extremely basic. Not up to other accommodation experienced during our tour of Tasmania. More

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KarenSleat
Fahan, Ireland
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5 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
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Ormiston House is a lovely period property of historical significance in Strahan. Mike and Carolyn were amazing - welcoming, friendly and with such attention to every tiny detail. Home made cakes and tea in the afternoon, and home baked croissants in the morning, and lots of chat about the local area. Strahan is a very friendly town, and we had... More

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Freedom3187
Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

The hostess is brilliant and helpful. I liked the place and its detailed renovation keeping with the homes period. It was quite and comfortable beds which meant a good nioghts sleep was had. More than happy. More

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Toni P
Bundaberg
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

We recently had the pleasure of staying at Ormiston House, and it was one of the most memorable parts of our visit to Tasmania. Carolyn was lovely, so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms are delightful and the breakfast was beautiful. A must for travellers!!!!! Great for travellers on bikes with secure off-street parking. We will definately... More

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MeppyAdelaide
adelaide
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11 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
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We stayed here on the recommendation of our son and daughter-in-law who had spent a couple of nights here 18 months earlier, and it was well worth the visit. Mike welcomed us and provided cake for afternoon tea while we settled in, asked us what we planned to do while there, and suggested we go and organize our tickets for... More

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Anastasia D
Sydney, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011

From the warm welcome to the charming decor Ormiston House was such a wonderful retreat after a long drive. Caro's local knowledge, from where to eat to what to see, was invaluable. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms......!!!! All care has been taken to restore the house to its previous grandeur. It has a fascinating history and this is... More

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Mike Fry, co-owners at Ormiston House, responded to this review
24 November 2011

'A wonderful retreat' is a great compliment and exactly what we hope to hear so thank you so much. The House is so beautiful and it was a real pleasure restoring not only the building but the history and stories, and the history gallery was just place to present it all. We thought that visitors to Strahan staying with us,... More

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