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Duckbill Banks Camp & Hot Tub

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· Osmaston, Tasmania

35 acres hosted by Tamika B.

10 Caravan sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Tamika is a Star Host

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Conveniently located between Launceston and Devonport, Buckbill Banks Camping offers a beautiful, level camping area overlooking Quamby Brook Creek. The 35-acre property offers views of Quamby Bluff, and various options to explore and relax. Find yourself a nice quiet spot, where you can enjoy peace and quiet. Although we take several bookings at once, you are guaranteed a secluded nook, there is plenty of space. There is a woodfired hot tub beside the creek, which all campers have access to. Imagine star gazing from the hot tub of an evening, or enjoying a morning soak whilst keeping your eyes peeled for the resident platypus in their natural habitat! Firewood is provided for the hot tub, you may buy wood on site for your individual campfires. The hot Tub is not for wild parties, but to relax and view the native wild life, quietly watch the platypus in their natural environment. Please note, we accept one camper trailer/caravan per booking. If you are traveling in a group with multiple caravans, you will need to book multiple sites - but will still be able to camp close together although we dont allow big noisy, disruptive groups anymore! The property has good access for all types of vehicles.BEFORE BOOKING, PLEASE READ!! Our camping is less is more approach, it's exclusive and any behaviors outside the expectations of civil behavior you will be asked to leave!! Our camping area has lush green grass and is bordered by native forest and the creek line. It offers plenty of shade and overlooks the water, which is filled with fish and platypus. Lots of native wildlife and birds can be spotted from your camp chair! We have visiting Wedged tailed Eagles among an array of other birds! If you need solar, we suggest sitting back from the Creek line as this will provide more 🌞 as generators are not permitted. There is plenty of open space, and we no longer accept large group bookings!!! Our space is suited to people looking for solitude. We are NOT suitable for party groups, loud music, TV blaring, kids screaming, or dogs barking! We are suitable for people searching to find your own peaceful secluded spot in paradise. We can help guide you on arrival as to the best spot for your particular setup. PLEASE stop at house on the way through to check in, and we can guide you to your spot 🙏 Self-contained campers only please absolutely no swags or tents. Grey water must not be put in or near the creek but can run on the ground all other waste MUST leave with you. NO fishing at this spot, sorry, due to the platypus breeding area. . Pls take your own rubbish 🗑 with you! There is no lighting of fires without an enclosed fire pot only (byo). No ground fires permitted. Can lend you one if required. Pet friendly - dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and may walk in the paddocks without stock and supervise. Check-in is stricktly between 2pm and 6pm. Please message to arrange other times. Check out is 12pm unless otherwise arranged. NOTE: Your $70 per night includes cleaning, filling, and lighting of the hot tub, ensuring its get to temperature and includes all wood required for the heating of the hot tub. Your hot tub experience comes with a hot tub master to ensure it's perfect 👌. Children are NOT permitted in the hot tub. It is not a swimming pool or a minding facility. it's adults ONLY! NOTE: We don't allow campers in after dark for the safety of other campers, and we do not allow generators to run! We do not allow extras in tents, swags, or additional vehicles. All day visitors must be pre-approved we are not a drop in center for parties. This is for the enjoyment and safety of our other guests. Children and dogs must not be running through, near, or around other camp sites. We don't permitted stealing of wood from neighboring properties (this is strictly off bounds). BYO, your own wood for fire pits. We look forward to welcoming you to our little slice of paradise!

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Wildlife watching

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Mountainous

Farm

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74 Ratings · 54 reviews

Tiffany B.recommends

November 2, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

We had the perfect stay at Duckbills. Highlight was definitely the hot tub & cold plunge in the creek! Thankyou so much Tamika and Bert for sharing your little slice of paradise with us all!

Michelle H.recommends

October 29, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

Loved our stay!! Highly recommend!!

We recently stayed for one night at DuckBill Camp Site and loved every minute. The highlights included spotting a platypus, relaxing in the hot tub, and being surrounded by stunning nature. The hosts were incredibly accommodating. Highly recommend this place to others!

Garry F.recommends

October 28, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

Great spot near the creek plenty of room for each camp hosts were very friendly and helpful will go back again saw platypus also plenty of grass 😎👍

Steph S.recommends

October 26, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

Amazing!

What an amazing place. The hot tub did not disappoint and spotting a platypus right outside our door at dusk was the cherry on top. After travelling Aus for 12 months, this is up there with the best. Thanks for having us- we will be back!

Kevin D.recommends

October 26, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

We had another peaceful stay at this lovely scenic site.

Shendel B.recommends

October 25, 2024

Duckbill Banks Camping

Welcoming and friendly hosts. Fantastic location with amazing scenery. Loved our 2 night stay and wish we could have stayed longer! The hot tub was a highlight!!

Location

Osmaston, Tasmania, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Palawa First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Tamika B.

Joined in December 2023

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