ON AN ISLAND

Tasmania is one of the most appealing destinations in Australia at the moment, and winter is the ideal time to make a trip to the island state. Whether intent on exploring its rugged landscape or cosying up by the fire with a whisky in hand, you’re assured an enlightening stay. Raise the stakes when it comes to where you lay your head by considering Coastal Pods Wynyard. Positioned on the banks of the Inglis River in North West Tassie, each of the pods have been upcycled from decommissioned shipping containers. Each is named after seafaring terms and are self-contained featuring kitchen, laundry, two king bedrooms with ensuite and master bathrooms. While away a quiet few days in quiet comfort just two hours’ drive from Launceston and venture to attractions like the historic town of Stanley, the former port town of Strahan, and Cradle Mountain, all of which are within a 2.5 hour radius by car.

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