A double-fronted Georgian terrace on Tasma Street in Hobart's inner-northern suburb has been carefully restored and fitted out as a short-stay property, offering travellers a design-conscious base with period character just a short walk from the city centre. The property, called Collected Places, sits in North Hobart, one of the city's older residential pockets, where heritage cottages, terrace houses and historic public buildings line the streets.
Inside the Georgian: What the Renovation Delivers
The apartment known as "The Georgian" is one of three at 75A Tasma Street, though the entire house can be hired by a single group if needed. The renovation has been handled with a clear design sensibility, exposing original brick and large sandstone blocks on some walls while fresh plaster and painted bricks feature elsewhere. Polished timber floors run through the main living areas, with rugs placed throughout.
Two bedrooms offer plush beds fitted with electric blankets, and electric panel heaters keep the rooms warm against Hobart's famously cool climate. The open-plan living area contains a four-seat dining table, a generous couch and a flat-screen television mounted above a decorative heater. The kitchen, which runs along one wall, is described as well-equipped for self-catering, with all the implements a short-stay guest would need.
The ground-floor apartment opens directly to the street through a small garden, where clipped spherical plants frame a paved porch with a pair of chairs. The first-floor apartment has a balcony. Off-street parking is available, though the narrow driveway demands confident reversing. Door codes are sent electronically once cleaning is complete and the apartment is ready for arrival.
The aesthetic sensibility carries across to a sister property operated by the same team in Sydney's Woolloomooloo. The venture is run by artist and interior designer Laura Wells and her partner Stewart Wells.
A Welcome Hamper That Goes Beyond the Basics
Guests arrive to find a genuinely considered welcome hamper rather than the standard supermarket staples. Provisions include a Bream Creek Truffle Brie, a sourdough loaf, Duck River butter and a jar of honey. A small bottle of local Sommers Bay gin is provided alongside Fever Tree tonic, while the refrigerator is stocked with half a dozen eggs and milk. For visitors flying in with little on hand, the hamper means there is no urgent need to shop immediately on arrival.
The bathroom, reached via polished concrete floors, features a pedestal sink, a separate lavatory alcove and a claw-footed bath that doubles as the shower, with a curtain drawn around it. While the bath itself is a charming period detail, those preferring a walk-in shower may find the arrangement less convenient.
Location: North Hobart's Eating Strip and Beyond
The Tasma Street address places guests within easy reach of Elizabeth Street, North Hobart's well-regarded dining strip, where Italian, Vietnamese, Greek, Indian and other cuisines are all represented within a short walk. The city centre is roughly ten minutes on foot, and the waterfront, including the MONA Ferry terminal, is accessible within around twenty minutes of walking.
Weekend markets add to the appeal of the location. Salamanca Market runs on Saturdays with a broad range of stalls, while the Farm Gate Market on Sundays focuses on fresh local produce. For evening dining, restaurants on Brooke Street Pier, including Aloft and Maria, are recommended, as is Fico for Sunday lunch, though bookings there can be competitive.
Pricing and Availability
Apartments at Collected Places are priced from $350 per night during peak season and from $280 per night off-peak. The combination of considered interior design, a central-yet-quiet location and thoughtful arrival provisions makes the property a strong option for travellers seeking something beyond a standard hotel room in North Hobart. More information is available at collectedplaces.com.au.
