The Rustic Hut Bush Retreat

The Rustic Hut Bush Retreat is a farm-based accommodation stay near Penguin, with four self-contained hut options set at the base of the Dial Range. The retreat has a rustic country style and a quiet atmosphere, making it suited to couples, families and guests looking for time away from television and internet access.

The four huts offer different layouts. The Country Hut accommodates up to four guests with one queen bed and two single beds, and is suited to couples or families with younger children. The Valley View Hut sleeps up to six, with a queen bed and four bunks, and is intended for couples or families with older children. The Farm Hut sleeps up to four with one queen bed and two single beds, and includes wheelchair access. The Mountain View Spa Hut is designed for two guests, with a queen bed and corner spa.

The retreat encourages a technology-free stay, with no televisions or Wi-Fi in the huts. The setting instead centres on farm surroundings, open air and the changing character of the property through the seasons. Guests are encouraged to walk around the farm and into the Dial Range, where a waterfall can be reached from the property.

Penguin is approximately eight kilometres away, providing access to beaches, cafes, shops and wineries. The retreat is also close to the Penguin Mountain Bike Park and the walking tracks of the Dial Range. Its position makes it a base for exploring the north-west coast of Tasmania, with Cradle Mountain, Sheffield and Stanley identified as suitable day-trip destinations.

The accommodation works particularly well for couples seeking a simple rural break, families wanting separate sleeping configurations, and visitors interested in bushwalking or mountain biking close to their stay. The hut categories provide a choice between family-friendly layouts, wheelchair-accessible accommodation and a spa-focused option for couples. Pets cannot be brought to the property.