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HENDERSONS, Gravelly Beach | Heart of the Tamar Valley

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9225 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Gravelly Beach, TAS
  • Place, Stoney Rise Vineyard
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Brisbane Street Mall
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataract Gorge
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Launceston, TAS (LST)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Gravelly Beach

Located in Gravelly Beach, this vacation home is by the sea, a 1-minute drive from Stoney Rise Vineyard and 6 minutes from Marion's Vineyard. .This vacation home is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Bradys Lookout State Reserve and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Tamar Ridge.

What's nearby

  • Stoney Rise Vineyard - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brisbane Street Mall - 25 min drive - 27.9 km
  • City Park - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Cataract Gorge - 26 min drive - 27.9 km
  • University of Tasmania Stadium - 26 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • East Tamar Junction Station - 27 min drive
  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shakers Takeaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tamar Valley Wine Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cabin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alpenrose Bistro & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Exeter Hotel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

HENDERSONS, Gravelly Beach | Heart of the Tamar Valley

HENDERSONS is a beautiful, welcoming Federation-style home set along the picturesque Tamar River in Gravelly Beach, right in the heart of the Tamar Valley Wine Region in Northern Tasmania.

The original section of the house is over 100 years old. Renovated in 2014, we chose to preserve many of its unique character features while adding our own decorative touches.

Our home is perfect in every season. In the cooler months it feels cosy and warm, while in summer it is light, fresh and airy.

When you book Hendersons, the entire home is exclusively yours. It offers excellent value with large front and back yards and one of its standout features — the swimming pool. The location is ideal, positioned along the Tamar Valley in the peaceful place of Gravelly Beach.

The home features a spacious living area with four couches, perfect for relaxing together. The dining room is separate and enjoys lovely afternoon sun, comfortably seating eight guests in a bright, sunny space. Nearby is the breakfast bar and a well-equipped kitchen with everything you need within easy reach. The kitchen includes a brand-new oven and electric cooktop, new benchtops, sink and splashback, a dishwasher, a Nespresso coffee machine with pods, and a large fridge and freezer.

The front verandah offers a gorgeous outlook across the palm trees and the Tamar River — an ideal spot to enjoy a sunrise and make lasting memories with loved ones.

Hendersons has four spacious bedrooms accommodating up to nine guests, with a mix of firm and soft mattresses to suit most preferences. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are located at the front of the house, facing east with Tamar River views and beautiful morning light.

Bedroom 1: King-sized bed, TV and DVD player
Bedroom 2: Queen-sized bed and TV
Bedroom 3: Queen-sized bed
Bedroom 4: Double bed and single bed

For winter comfort, all bedrooms are heated. Bedrooms 1 and 2 have individual heat pumps, while bedrooms 3 and 4 are fitted with panel heaters. All beds have electric blankets, with extra blankets available if needed. The lounge room also has a heat pump to keep the home cosy.

For summer, air conditioning is available in bedrooms 1 and 2, as well as the lounge room. These are reverse-cycle heat pumps — please ensure the correct setting is selected.

The house has two bathrooms, both with heat lighting and exhaust fans. Bathroom 1 includes a separate toilet, while bathroom 2 incorporates the laundry. A washing machine and dryer are provided for guest use.

The large concrete swimming pool is perfect for a Tasmanian summer. It measures approximately 12m x 4.5m, with depths ranging from 1.6m to 2m. The pool is solar heated only, so water temperature depends on Tasmanian weather conditions. Solar heating operates from October to March, with the warmest swimming conditions typically between December and February. The pool is available year-round, weather permitting.

We provide pool noodles, games and equipment for your enjoyment. The pool is saltwater chlorinated, and children must always be supervised.

Hendersons is perfectly positioned on the Tamar Valley Wine Route, offering a scenic drive past numerous cellar doors. We’re happy to suggest our favourites upon request.

Follow us on social media:
Facebook: “HENDERSONS”
Instagram: @hendersonsgravellybeach — please feel free to tag your stay for us to reshare.

Free Wi-Fi is included.

The property is located on the main road in Gravelly Beach, with vehicle access via Hendersons Lane. Secure parking for two cars is available at the rear of the property. Additional parking may be available upon request, subject to designated areas.

Hendersons is approximately 25 minutes from Launceston CBD and around 40 minutes from Launceston Airport.

A short walk along the main road leads to a family-friendly park, boat ramp, basketball court and skate park. Gravelly Beach is ideal for kids, boating enthusiasts, water skiing and outdoor fun.

Two local cafés — Rivergrass and Paperbark — are just a short walk away, along with a General Store/Post Office and the homewares and gift store My Tasmanian Home. Please check their social media pages for current opening hours.

Exeter is a 5-minute drive and offers two IGA supermarkets, a pub and bottle shop, butcher, café, wine centre, takeaway options, fuel stations and more.

Legana is approximately 12 minutes away and features a large shopping complex including Woolworths, BWS, KFC, Banjo’s, a tavern, Bento, butcher, fuel station and more.

Some of our images have been captured by Oscar Sloane Photography.

Please note when booking:
1. The entire house is included with your stay
2. Pricing is based on two guests
3. Additional guests incur an extra fee
4. Nightly rates and minimum stay requirements vary by season
5. Parties and events are strictly not permitted — failure to comply will result in immediate eviction

We kindly ask that you acknowledge, accept and respect our house rules, and be mindful of our neighbourhood. Thank you for your understanding.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to ask — we’re more than happy to help 😊

Property Licence Number
PA2019206
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,422 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hendersons Gravelly Beach Tamar Valley House
Hendersons Tamar Valley House
Hendersons Gravelly Beach Tamar Valley
Hendersons Tamar Valley
Hendersons Gravelly Beach Tamar Valley
Hendersons - River Views in Gravelly Beach Gravelly Beach
Hendersons - River Views in Gravelly Beach Private vacation home
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HENDERSONS, Gravelly Beach | Heart of the Tamar Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was good size for 5 adults view was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S., Mernda

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay at Henderson’s.The home is in a great location to check out the area, very private and peaceful. Shirlene and Claire have thought of everything! Kids loved the pool even though the weather was a bit off! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA E., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
We just had 5 fabulous nights at Hendersons. Sitting on the front porch watching the sun set over the Tamar was magical. Hendersons is roomy, warm and flat, so perfect for my elderly and disabled parents. Shirlene and Clare were wonderful hosts. The house wanted for nothing. We would love to come back again. It was sp relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a beautiful location. The home was spacious enough for our party of 9, but still felt warm, homely and cosy! Beautiful views with stunning gardens. Cannot forget to mention the pool, of course!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exploring Tas

Beautiful, well appointed character home in a quiet location. Heated swimming pool a bonus! Great communication from Shirlene & Clare. Highly recommend. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls getaway

Stunning, and with the pool perfect. Such a homely house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAREE K.

Liked: Cleanliness

girls weekend away

What a lovely old house we had such a lovely relaxing chilled weekend. So lovely and clean cosy and warm and comfy beds. Only 20 mins. from Launceston and the town of Exeter only Minutes away from the house for supplies. Lovely and quiet. There were only 3 of us but plenty of room for at least 8 adults. We will be back when next in the area again such a lovely view over the Tamar Valley. Cheers Maree. K and Friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family’s Tassie Experience

We wished we could have stayed longer as the house was spacious, clean and comfortable. Sitting on the front veranda looking at Tamar River was so relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful federation home with a grand Tamar River outlook

Ideal location for 4 couples to spend in the Tamar Valley. Lovely water views and plenty of space to move around both inside the house and in the yard or pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Had a fantastic 3 day peaceful and fun holiday Thankyou 👍🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chill out

Plenty of space, a pool and great views over the Tamar. Perfect get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect oasis.

Hendersons is an amazing place for any type of stay. We stayed the night before and after our wedding and it was the perfect place for what we needed. Stunning views, amazing amenities and everything you would ever need. Shirlene and Clare are fantastic hosts and have thought of everything. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply perfect

Shirlene is a super host. The house is huge, bright, very well maintained and very well equipped. The pool is top clean and temperature is very pleasant. We can highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Family Getaway

Second time we have been to this marvellous home. It’s absolutely perfect for our family to create memories in a welcoming and wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tanya R., Grassmere

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

The property has everything you need for a few days. Unfortunately we had loud music being played a lot nearby and roosters at 5am. Add that to hard as a rock beds, we were sadly glad to leave and come home. Husbands broken rib flared up bad because of the beds hardness. And we tried them all. One single bed was very soft. Owners supply some supplies at a cost…pity nearly all we’re out of date?
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and cosy winter getaway

Coming to Tasmania in the middle of winter we were expecting a chilly stay but Hendersons was welcoming right from our arrival. With cosy beds complete with electric blankets and convenient heating, we were toasty warm throughout our stay. We especially enjoyed looking out to the river views on misty mornings and were impressed with how large and spacious the property was, easily accommodating our family group. Thanks Shirlene and Clare for a wonderful home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place thanks

Our family love Henderson House thanks for a great time again Sharee x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Donna

Gravelly beach was a beautiful home to stay in. Everything had been thought of and it was very comfortable. The location was in handy driving distance to lots of places. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelley h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Excellent home, very comfortable pool was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great accomadation

Second stay here and it was just as good as the first!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery

Fantastic place to stay, everything you need is there
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Behrouz M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good old home with a nice view

1- nice old property 2- beautiful view 3- house needs lots of small maintenance 4- some equipments are not in working order, bedding & towels need some attention
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay

Great house, beautiful location and had everything you could need 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Shaun H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely riverside home away from home

Beautifully presented home in a lovely location with everything we needed to be comfortable and prepare meals at home. The home is a credit to the owners. Only issue we had was the pool was cold, with the solar heater pump not running long enough during the day to warm the pool. We will defiantly stay here next time we’re in Tassie.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous cottage

Gorgeous cottage. So much bigger than we thought it would be and the perfect balance of old and new.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022