Accommodation Deloraine Northern Tasmania

Ingleson Lodge was built in 1871 by Blacksmith and coach driver Mr Gilbert who’s family retained the property until 2007 when it was acquired by Graeme and Sue Bellamy, making them just the second owners of this historic Deloraine landmark.

Situated in the heart of Deloraine, Ingleson Lodge provides bed and breakfast accommodation that is conveniently located approximately 50kms south of Devonport making it the perfect base to explore both Northern Tasmania and the Midlands.

We are thrilled to offer guests the choice of two generous double rooms that are well appointed with tea, coffee, complimentary port, dressing gowns, slippers, in room televisions and electric kettles.

The B&B also boasts a very spacious bathroom, huge spa bath and spacious laundry facilities should you be staying for a while or escaping the camper van for a night or two of warmth and relaxation.

If you are travelling with friends or like to socialise, then the large private lounge complete with big screen tv and massage chair is a great place to hang out and chat or if you prefer the clean crisp fresh air that Tasmania is famous for, then we have options :

Relax out on the deck (with Laurel & Hardy), pop a bottle of bubbles and watch the world go by, or maybe sit out in the vine courtyard, which is the perfect spot to unwind with an Ashgrove cheeseboard and a bottle of red – try the local Pinot, you won’t regret it.

Now to the second B in B&B… Breakfast ! How does this sound : locally sourced bacon, free range poached eggs, hash brown, mushrooms tossed in Ashgrove herb and garlic butter, baby spinach and venison winter sausage all served on home made multigrain bread with juice of the day, drip filtered coffee or maybe a pot of tea… yummo !

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On our doorstep there are many historical buildings and interesting landmarks.

We have push bikes available for you to explore the town and surrounding areas.

Using Ingleson Lodge as base you can explore the huge variety of natural and tourist attractions that surround Deloraine.

Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm is approximately 10kms away on the main highway back towards Elizabeth Town. There you will find a great selection of fresh raspberries, jams and sauces as well as some more exotic fare like chocolate covered raspberries (to die for) and a cooked breakfast in the cafe that include raspberry sausages.

Tasmazia and the village of lower crackpot. 51kms
– “is a crazy complex located in the wonderfully named Promised Land in the heart of Tasmania’s beautiful Cradle Mountain and Lakes District

Tasmazia includes 8 mazes, featuring The Great Maze, at the time of planting the world’s largest, as well as The Village of Lower Crackpot, a whimsical model village built to 1/5th scale, Embassy Gardens, The Pancake Parlour, a Gift Shop, a Lavender Farm, and ever present views of majestic Mount Roland.

Cataract Gorge Launceston and First Basin

Launceston’s own piece of wilderness just 15 minutes walk from the city centre.
Here you’ll find walking and hiking trails, the world’s longest single span chairlift, swimming pool,
restaurant, kiosk, cafe peacocks and wildlife, beautiful gardens, suspension bridge, inclinator
for easy access, Interpretation Centre and panoramic lookouts with spectacular views.

Ashgrove Cheese is 12 Kms back along the Bass highway (past the raspberry farm) and has a fantastic farm shop with their selection of dairy products including the herb and garlic butter we use with breakfast. If you want to give your champagne a lift, pick up a bottle of their elderflower flavouring and add few drops to your next glass of bubbles… sensational.

Anvers Chocolates is even just a bit further back towards Devonport outside Latrobe around 34kms.

– The House of Anvers contains a real chocolate taste sensation. It is located at Latrobe, Tasmania, in the property formally known as “Wyndarra Lodge”, a stylish Californian bungalow house which was built in 1931. Set in 2.2 hectares of old tree gardens, the property features trees from around the world.

<Melita Honey Farm is 18kms away in Chudleigh.
The farm manufactures and sells a wide range of honey, honey bee products like propolis, royal jelly, pollen and a large selection of lovely gift items and books. They have a showcase of old beekeeping implements as well as an interactive beehive and a live bee exhibition hive.

River sculpture walk. Down at the bottom of town (1km), there is a stunning river walk dotted with sculptures, with bridge crossings over the weir and another over the meander river at the apex caravan park. If you go for a stroll in the early evenings you might me lucky enough to see a wild platypus or two in the river.

Also close to the Bed and Breakfast is Yarns artwork in silk – one of many craft and artwork shops and galleries dotted around Deloraine.

Liffey Falls is worth a look – 32kms out past Westbury. Liffey falls are arguably tied with russell falls as the most spectacular waterfall in Tasmania

Liffey Falls State Reserve is nestled within cool temperate rainforest on the slopes of the Great Western Tiers. Framed by the dominant species of Tasmania’s cool temperate rainforests – myrtle, sassafrass and leatherwood, the falls are a popular spot among both Tasmanians and visitors alike. A nature walk leads from a picnic area near the carpark down through forests of towering eucalypts and tree ferns to the falls.

The picnic area lies within the Liffey Forest Reserve, which is managed by Forestry Tasmania. A short way along the walking track to Liffey Falls you cross into the State Reserve, which is managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service.

If Fly Fishing is your passion, then staying at Ingleson Lodge B&B you are in the perfect location to head out for the day on the Meander River, Huntsman Lake or you can head up the hill to the Great Lakes (30Kms) and experience some of the best Rainbow and Brown Trout fishing on the planet.

If spectacular scenery and the odd dusting of snow is what you are looking for, then Cradle Mountain is just a couple of hours away (100kms) Dove lake is a comfortable afternoon walk through the rugged alpine scenery.

Did you pack your clubs ? Deloraine Golf Course is only 4kms away

– Deloraine Golf Club is a picturesque 9 hole golf course, with different tee boxes for the front and back nine. Undulating fairways include water hazards and minimal bunkering, well maintained by a volunteer workforce with specialised aspects of green maintenance undertaken by a professional greenkeeper. Deloraine is not a difficult course to play, but the contoured fairways can provide a challenge for most golfers, The club welcomes visitors to competition days and green fee players every day.

Alum Cliffs Walk- 24kms

The enchanting short walk (about 40 minutes return) to Alum Cliffs takes you to a forest lookout perched high above the Mersey River, as it flows along the valley through the Alum Cliffs Gorge. The Alum Cliffs lie within the Alum Cliffs State Reserve and form a part of the Gog Range. To get there, turn off Mole Creek Road (B12) just east of Mole Creek township – the turn-off is well signed – and follow the signs to the carpark. Just a few minutes’ drive from Mole Creek.

Quamby Bluff is on the northern end of the great western tiers escarpment.

Taking 4-5 hours to complete, this steep 6km return climb to Quamby Bluff 20km south of Deloraine is fantastic day hike passing through rainforest, vast rock sprees, lush Myrtle Forests and splendid alpine scenery before reaching the 1250m summit. With breathtaking 360 degree views from the top stretching as far as Bass Straight on clear days, the challenging 500m climb to the summit of Quamby Bluff is definitely a rewarding experience for the avid hiker.

Don River Heritage Railway is a gem located near Devonport 53kms

– The Don River Railway is the North West Coast’s Premier Tourist Attraction and one of Australia’s finest heritage passenger carrying railways.
Located 5 minutes from Devonport, Tasmania.
The railway is open every day (except Christmas Day and Good Friday) from 9am to 5pm.
Both adults and children can enjoy around a 30 minute, train ride along the picturesque river bank of the Don River.
Have a tea/coffee break, bring your lunch and relax in our recently restored carriage DB5
You can also enjoy the parks facilities including picnic areas with barbeques, at Coles Beach and alongside the railway precinct.

Sheffield – the town of Murals is a short 42km drive away and in nestled underneath the spectacular Mt Roland. The town attracts over 200,000 visitors every year to see the murals painted all over the town. There is always something going on, like the annual steam fest.

Beaconsfield Mine the scene of a tragic mine collapse in 2006 and the miraculous survival of two miners trapped for several days underground is 64kms from us. While the gold mine closed after the incident, the mine has transformed into a heritage mining museum with underground tours of the mine.

Tas Copper metalwork art gallery – a 33km drive to the workshop and showroom situated at Carrick. The artwork and products are handmade on the premises. Each item is free cut from a variety of metals such as copper, brass, steel and chrome using a variety of tools such as an oxy acetylene torch, plasma and laser cutter. Each piece is hand beaten and shaped, polished and then coloured using special paint which is baked onto the surface. The whole product is then coated with a clear finish for protection, producing a very colourful and decorative wall hanging. The works are intended for interior use.

Pearns Steam World – Westbury (15kms) if you are into steam engines and vintage agricultural machinery then you can’t miss a visit to Pearns steam world. Pearn’s Steam World collection of over 200 major items receives high praise from worldwide visitors and is the best in the Southern hemisphere.

While you are in Westbury, there are several cafes, a bakery, a maze and some antique and bric-a-brac outlets where you can pick up a bit of tassie history to take home.

King Solomons Cave – Mole Creek – 40 kms

King Solomons Cave is a relatively small, dry cave located near Liena, 25 km west of Mole Creek, on the route to Cradle Mountain. King Solomons Cave is also home to the fascinating Tasmanian Cave spider.

The name of the cave was derived from the abundance of reflective calcite crystals, making it sparkle like the fabled treasures of King Solomon’s mines.