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Country cottage accommodation situated at "Inala", a 1,500 acre private nature conservation reserve near Cloudy Bay beach and the South Bruny National Park on Bruny Island Tasmania. Birds and wildlife abound on the beautiful property, which is world-renowned as a birdwatching destination. The two self-contained cottages on the property each have fully-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, internet access, TV/DVD and outside BBQ areas. Staying at Inala is far more than just relaxing in a lovely cottage, you also get full access to the private Conservation Reserve which is full of bird hides, birding platforms and walking tracks through rich nature habitat for wildlife viewing or exploring. Access to the Inala Nature Museum & Jurassic Garden is also included in your stay. Guided birdwatching and nature tours of Inala, Bruny and Tasmania led by specialist nature guides are also available at an additional charge. (bookings essential, see the inala nature tours website)
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Green
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320 Cloudy Bay Rd, Bruny Island, Tasmania 7150 Australia
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The Spa Cottage I stayed in was perfectly appointed, peaceful, set in natural surroundings, with birds and wildlife just outside the windows. Ideal. As a keen amateur bird photographer, the use of the platform to photograph the forty-spotted pardalote was fabulous, let alone the array of other birds I saw and photographed while I was there.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Inala Team, Guest Services / Front Office at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 15 Apr 2021
Dear Jeznjules, Fabulous to hear you managed to photograph the very speedy wee Forty-spots :) and we are so glad you found the Nairana spa cottage a peaceful place to spend some restful time amongst nature. Thank you so much for your visit. We would of course love to see any of your bird photos if you ever wished to share, Very best wishes
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I stayed for 3 nights with a fellow birdwatcher at Nairana Cottage which was a nice homely accommodation. The heater was on when we arrived (it was a chilly day so it was appreciated) and I enjoyed the little touches like the little handmade soaps they provided and the fact that they don't use the standard mini hotel shampoo/conditioner bottles as they provide larger bottles which stay in the shower (much more eco friendly and convenient!). We didn't use the kitchen to cook any meals during our stay but it was very well equipped. There is also a BBQ outside on the balcony. We were amazed at all the great birds we saw on the property, the highlights being Swift Parrots and multiple sightings of the Forty-spotted Pardalotes which inhabit the property. We were lucky to see a Beautiful Firetail in the Jurassic Garden too (also a nice place to walk around and enjoy nature). We were surprised at the range of items in the gift shop too. Plenty of great items especially for bird lovers (including tea towels, bags, gift cards, and pins) and one of my favourites were the handmade soaps. Overall a very enjoyable and hospitable stay and would definitely consider staying there again one day.
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Response from Cat Davidson, General Manager at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 26 Jan 2021
Thank-you so much for your glowing review and we are so pleased that you had such an enjoyable time staying in Nairana Cottage. We like to think of our guests as part of the large Inala family, so we set up the cottages as we would like to have them for ourselves, including the touches you mentioned in the bathroom - even small things can help reduce waste and be more environmentally friendly. Entry to the 5-acre Jurassic Garden is free is you stay on the property, and we are seeing more birds and animals make it their home as time goes by. A big thank-you to you for the feedback on the gift shop as well - we really appreciate it and are always on the lookout to support local Bruny Island and Tasmanian artists and crafters, as well as stocking the more general items of a birding or natural history nature across all age groups. We look forward to having you visit us at Inala Bruny Island again!
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My daughter and I had a lovely 2 nights at Inala while we explored Bruny Island. The cottage was perfect. Comfortable beds, spacious, warm and a lovely breakfast. Having a spa bath was just what we needed after a long day of hiking and being able to wash/dry clothes was something we missed at other places. The peace and quiet of being on the reserve was just what we needed and not having WIFI or phone service meant we could take a proper break from work for once!!
Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. For international visitors, it would be a perfect place to see wallabies and some of our native birds up close!!
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Inala Team, Other at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 3 June 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review of your time staying in Nairana cottage, we are so glad that it provided the peaceful and restful setting that you needed after your active days exploring beautiful Bruny Island. We ( and the wallabies ) look forward to welcoming you back one day
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Tranquillity is an increasingly rare commodity in today’s hectic world. Tranquillity with lovely wildlife visible from your patio is therefore a rare privilege. But this is what staying in one of the Inala cabins offers. Besides peace and a lovely, very comfortable cottage, Inala offers freedom to roam (with very few limitations) amongst the differing habitats that enable a wide variety of flora and fauna to thrive. The guided tour with Cat was a delight and extremely informative. This knowledge allowed us to walk throughout the reserve knowing what to expect and look for. And then there is the Pardalote Platform! How wonderful to get close to rare species! Thanks to owner Tonia’s vision and commitment, which is shared by her team, real conservation of became reality in this amazing place. Environmental change is possible when every individual decides to act and make a difference – Inala is an amazing example and role-model. Our sincere thanks to the Inala team – keep up the inspiring work.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Room Tip:Â Great for anyone interested in birds, fauna and conservation
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Response from Inala Team, Guest Services / Front Office at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 24 Mar 2021
Jim, your words mean a great deal to us, we are so glad you visited. Seeing what we do reflected back through your words gives us great joy and motivation to keep on working hard to preserve and protect this fabulous island and all the wonderful Tasmanian flora and fauna. We hope to welcome you back again one day, very best wishes
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We spent one night at Nairana Cottage, but could have stayed an entire week! The Cottage contains plenty of amenities to keep you comfortable while you enjoy the peaceful seclusion of the nature reserve and is perfectly positioned as a hide from which to observe the many animal residents of Inala. We came as a couple, but there was space enough for a small family. We booked the Bruny Breakfast and were treated to a smorgasbord of fresh bread, eggs, milk, museli, fruit and jams.
Definitely book a tour for while you stay - the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and their insights will help you appreciate Inala and the surrounding landscape even more!
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Room Tip:Â Bring binoculars to take advantage of the abundant wildlife visible from your accommodation!
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Response from Inala Team, Other at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 12 May 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely review Julia, we too wish you could have stayed longer. We are delighted you enjoyed your breakfast and your time in Nairana cottage. Until the next time, very best wishes,
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We spent 2 nights in the Inala Cottage (I really wish I had booked 3), everything was absolutely perfect. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly. The cottage itself is gorgeous and comfortable. The fire was lit when we arrived, and we were supplied with everything we could need for a wonderful stay. The garden around the cottage is stunning and attracts an array of birds. There are many walks that can be taken from right out the back door across a cute little bridge. we spent our days wandering around the property in awe at the abundance of birds. My children commented how much nicer it is to walk into a warm cottage rather than crawl into a cold wet tent. I am so glad that I booked this to break up our camping trip. The jurassic garden and museum are a lovely stroll from the front of the cottage and are wonderful to spend time in. My son had a 3 hour guided tour which he loved - he learnt a great deal about the birds and picked up some useful tips. He was able to see every bird that he was hoping for and to spend time observing and photographing them. We spent two hours in the raptor hide which was incredible. a very luxurious bird hide with amazing views of the raptors that came to visit as well as the smaller birds. The Inala team are just delightful - so warm, welcoming, friendly and helpful. There are pademelons on the property, and we saw eastern quolls nearby. The entire area is just beautiful. It is so wonderful to have the opportunity to explore the property. We loved it and will certainly return.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Inala Team, Guest Services / Front Office at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 16 Apr 2021
Oh my goodness - what an utterly lovely review, thank you so much. We so loved having you and your charming family visit us and we can't wait to welcome you back. Thrilled that your son saw all the birds he had hoped to see, Cat mentioned the great Pink Robin and Olive Whistler sightings during the tour. Thank you for discovering us and coming to stay.
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The staff and owner, Tonia at Inala are most welcoming, helpful and hospitable. The property is a haven for so many birds, plants and animals. Nairana Cottage in a bush setting is where we spent three relaxing days. The cottage was well equipped with all the facilities that you could want. We did a property guided tour with Catherine seeing a variety of bird species, her guiding and knowledge was excellent. Throughout our time here we also used the Raptor hide and on mulitple occasions the walking tracks, Paradalote platform as well as wandering through the Jurassic Garden. Late in the day we loved watching the birds feeding on the nectar loving plants. The garden is evolving and we enjoyed the rare and unusual plants. Inala is a nature lovers paradise, so do yourself a favour and go visit. We loved our time here.
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Response from Inala Team, Other at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 4 Mar 2021
Dear Astrid, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with us staying at Inala and that you had a super tour with Catherine around the conservation reserve. We agree so much that Inala is a nature lovers paradise, thanks again and we hope to see you return one day.
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2 nights not nearly enough in this lovely and comfortable accommodation. Every window has a beautiful natural scene and a short outdoor walk to see a lifer 40 Spotted Parelote. All the amenities were new and spotless. Having access to a country kitchen allowed us to enjoy home cooked meals. We did not need for anything. An excellent location with access to all the property and great to explore South Bruny. We will be back
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Date of stay: March 2021
Room Tip:Â Cost includes not just accommodation but access to the property, Jurrasic gardens and informed...
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Response from Inala Team, Guest Services / Front Office at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 11 Apr 2021
Phil, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time at Inala and so glad you got a lifer while staying with us. We can't wait to welcome you back. Many thanks,
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What a lovely place! My family and I stayed in the Inala cottage, which was spacious, clean, and surrounded by nature and wildlife, including countless pademelons and birds. The cottage was well-appointed, with comfortable beds, wifi, and everything we needed to cook. Inala is also conveniently located to Hotel Bruny (where we had an early New Year's Eve dinner) and to South Bruny National Park. We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Inala Team, Other at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 17 Jan 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review and we are thrilled that your family enjoyed their stay in Inala cottage. It certainly is the best place (in the world, we believe!) to be immersed in nature and see a wide range of native wildlife who also call Inala home. It sounds like you really made the most of your visit to Bruny Island, visiting the National Park and enjoying the local hospitality. We hope to see you again at Inala and thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review!
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Our 3 night stay at Nairana Cottage exceeded our expectations (which were high!). The cottage is extremely comfortable and nicely set up. We had in-cottage breakfast included, and we were amazed at the delicious yogurt, homemade bread, eggs, fruit, granola, etc - a bounty of fresh food to start our days. The setting within Inala is beautiful and quiet, surrounded by birds and grazing pademelons. We highly recommend Nairana Cottage and the Inala Nature Reserve.
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Inala Team, General Manager at Inala Nature Accommodation
Responded 8 May 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely five star review. We are so very delighted that you enjoyed your time in Nairana cottage and all the local delights of the breakfast selection. We agree that it is so lovely to be tucked away in the forest with the wildlife and hope to welcome you back one day.
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There are more places to choose from in the Bruny Island area.
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AustraliaTasmaniaBruny Island
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2
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