Whispering Spirit Holiday Cottages offers self-contained accommodation and a pony stud near Franklin in Tasmania’s south.

The cottages are a refreshing retreat for rebuilding the spirit, with mountain and valley views and secluded gardens. Relax away from the busy world in a peaceful rural environment.

Stay in Strawbale Cottage for couples and families, sleeping up to five, hidden away with a view over the valley, garden and paddocks. It features two double bedrooms with ensuites and a spa. Cosy Cottage sleeps up to three people and has a very homely atmosphere with extensive use of warm timbers. Both cottages are well suited for longer stays and multi-night and weekly discounts are available.

In spring and summer watch the foals play in the paddocks and meet the ponies, experience the farm life or go for walks over the farm. Enjoy the wildlife at night. Keep a lookout for the shy platypus . Whispering Spirit is located between many attractions from Hobart to Southport and the Channel. It makes it the perfect stay to experience the area. The nearby townships of Franklin and Huonville provide shops and places to eat.

Franklin is around a 40-minute drive (45 km) southwest of Hobart.