Cradle Mountain Lodge is a unique wilderness experience set right on the edge of the spectacular World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park in Tasmania, just 2 hours drive from Launceston and 1.25 hours from Devonport. A superb escape, showcasing the best Tasmania has to offer with warm hospitality, sensational locally produced food and wine, breathtaking scenery and the magnificent wilderness experience that surrounds the Lodge. The Lodge itself is warm and inviting with open fires, comfy chairs and many great spots for sitting and enjoying the views or just relaxing.

Around Cradle Mountain Lodge there are more than 20 walking trails that suit every fitness level. Imagine wandering through towering forests with trees older than mankind, discover animal and plant varieties found nowhere else on earth. You can trek mountains, take to trails on horseback or mountain bike and learn to fly-fish - just some of the many activities on offer. When it's time to relax, guests can indulge in a therapeutic massage or sauna.

Set discreetly within this wilderness setting, The Lodge has 96 private timber cabins, offering 3 grades of accommodation. Each has a cosy log fire and provides every comfort you could need, some with Spa Baths.

Cradle Mountain Lodge's tariff includes a hearty mountain buffet breakfast and many Lodge activities.

Accommodation

All 96 cabins feature a log fire, electric heater, tea & coffee making facilities, alarm clock, private bathroom with toilet, shower & amenities, desk and chair and hairdryers. To help guests leave the outside world behind, televisions and telephones, whilst available in the lodge, are not available in guest rooms.

King Billy Spa Suites: From September 2003, Cradle Mountain Lodge will launch two new premium suites - King Billy Spa Suites. These suites will offer guests secluded and comfortable accommodation with expansive living areas including a large outdoor private deck with hot-tub. The interior, based on a contemporary design scheme will highlight premium appointments, will have separate sleeping and living areas. Suites will feature recucled local timbers and hand-crafted furniture. A King Size bed and oversized bathroom with two person spa are a few of the many comforts guests will enjoy.

Spa Suites: For those looking to enjoy extra indulgences Cradle Mountain Lodge’s Spa Suites are the natural choice. Guests are treated to complimentary fire-side port and each evening a different selection of gourmet surprises arrives to delight your senses – a selection of canapés, perhaps chocolate fondue or a cheese & fruit platter. Cabins are styled with hand-made Tasmanian wood furnishings and feature king-sized beds piled with feather pillows and soft goose-down duvets. Of course a log fire and a deep spa are part of the attraction. Spa Suites also offer a range of additional in-room comforts, a mini-bar and complimentary gourmet coffee and tea station with signature Cradle Mountain Cookies are amongst some of the extra treats included in this style of cabin. Enjoy music from your in-room CD or the silence of the bush. Each Spa Suite has a large private verandah with outdoor furniture and with views directed towards the surrounding wilderness, wildlife spotting in comfort is all a part of Cradle’s natural charm.

Spa Cabins: Spa Cabins are located in natural bush setting and are private and peaceful. Verandahs offer views through the treetops or directly into the surrounding Myrtle forest. Inside, Spa Cabins are comfortable and well appointed. Large sofa chairs sit before a log fire and a spacious bathroom, which includes spa bath and separate shower, are some of the features. Spa Cabins also offer additional amenities including in-room CD Player and coffee and tea making facilities with a range of quality teas, plunger coffee and hot chocolate. Spa Cabins are also available in a Family Cabin style with two separate bedrooms.

Pencil Pine Cabins: With close proximity to the Lodge, Pencil Pine Cabins offer commanding Lodge Lake and bushland views. Available in both regular and Family Cabin, Pencil Pine Cabins are simple in style but comfortable with queen sized bed and Tasmanian wood furnishings.

Guest facilities

Reception is open from 7.00am to 9.00pm

Daily activity program

Flora & fauna reference literature

Guest television and video (free video library at reception)

Pool table and darts

Complimentary board games

Sauna and therapeutic massage available

Car parking

Public phones

Baby sitting (limited) - fee applies

Children's dinner and supervised activities during Australian school holidays (subject to number of children participating)

Guest laundry and ironing rooms

Lodge General Store - souvenirs, snacks, clothing, film and fishing supplies. Hire of day packs, gumboots, japara raincoats, waterproof overpants, spinning and fly rods, thermos flasks, baby backpacks, toboggans

Conference Centre. Maximum capacity 90 people, theatre style

Internet access available at reception.

Dining options
The Highland Restaurant is recognised as one of Tasmania's premier dining experiences, featuring the very best of Tasmanian foods and wines (with a walk-in cellar). The mountain buffet is included in the accommodation tariff and the restaurant is also open for dinner.

Special diets and picnic hamper service are available by arrangement.

The Tavern Bar & Bistro has a rustic tavern atmosphere with a roaring log fire. Bistro style meals are served for lunch and dinner.

The Weindorfer Lounge is more like a private club lounge, with deep leather armchairs and a crackling fire.

The Guest Lounge Bar is a private, guest's retreat for pre-dinner drinks or a late night port.

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