Rail Trail Retreat

21/03/2026

An absolutely beautiful Autumn day here at the Rail Trail Retreat

13/02/2026

This beautiful little Christmas Beetle decided I was worth having a chat to today, so much so it landed on my shoulder while I was cleaning😆 After a quick chat and explore up and down my arm it was happily relocated back into the gardens.
Never a dull moment at the Rail Trail Retreat 🥰

19/01/2026

10/01/2026

Managed to sneak a few aerial shots when the sun came peeking back through this arvo😊

03/01/2026

Operation | Coupe SF119E - Tonganah area

Sustainable Timber Tasmania (STT) have advised Council of an operation scheduled to commence this Monday, 5 January 2026.

As this operation is adjacent to a section of the North East Rail Trail from Tonganah to Billycock Hill (see image), users are advised that at times access may be restricted / closed to ensure safety of all parties.

STT will have officers on ground to manage the section of trail when falling operations are being undertaken - with users advised that short delays may be experienced.

The certified Forest Practices Plan for SF119E is available to download via this 🔗 https://sttas.com.au/information-branch/find-a-forest-practices-plan/

For more information, please contact Sustainable Timber Tasmania directly - 61692800 or email [email protected]

02/01/2026

Now lets talk about location location location!
We're situated on the Tasman Highway at Tonganah. Where's that? I hear you ask, well it's just over 5 minutes drive from the centre of Scottsdale!
Approximately a 20 minute drive to either Derby or Bridport, so we're perfectly located for you to use as a base to check out the greater North East area!
We are also located a mere 50m from the North East Rail Trail, a short stroll down the lawn and you'll be standing on it!
Ride or walk the trail back into Scottsdale or take more scenic route to the top of the Billycock Hill, the choice is yours!

02/01/2026

Let's have a look inside!
Each unit contains everything you'll need for a peaceful getaway, work trip or adventure.
The bedroom hosts a cozy double bed, bedside lamps and a small hanging rack for clothes.
Living area comes stocked with hot drink supplies plus salt & pepper, spray oil, even cling wrap! There is a fridge, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery, microwave/oven, cooktop, laundry supplies, a washing machine, clothes airer and outdoor clothes line, supplies for the firepot and bbq, yes each unit has it's own bbq and firepot (as well as a larger communal bbq on the grounds), sofa (converts into another double bed so each room can sleep up to 4 guests), tv, free wifi, heatpump/aircon.
The bathroom houses a large shower with ample hot water and quality linen, shampoo, conditioner and body wash all supplied.
Well you get the idea, we've attempted to think of every little thing you'll need so you don't have to worry!

02/01/2026

My little friend loves poking about the grounds and is a regular visitor this time of year🥰

02/01/2026

The outdoor area has come a long way since we first opened

02/01/2026

June 2024
A beautiful sparkling winters morning