Your quiet, modern retreat beside the Duck River in Smithton
Bed & Breakfast
Stay at our modern and beautifully appointed Platypus Waters B&B, nestled alongside the peaceful Duck River in Smithton. A quiet, relaxing place to rest after a day exploring Tasmania's extraordinary northwest.
The self-contained suite is perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking comfort and tranquillity in a genuinely special setting. Wake to birdsong, watch the platypus in the river below, and step out into one of Australia's least-discovered regions.
Smithton is the perfect base for exploring the Tarkine, Stanley, Cape Grim, and the entire northwest corner of Tasmania. Your hosts are happy to suggest walks, drives, and local dining.
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Located in the heart of Smithton, Platypus Waters is the perfect base for exploring everything northwest Tasmania has to offer. Discover more on our Things to Do page.
Historic fishing village and The Nut — just 20 minutes away
One of the largest temperate rainforests in the southern hemisphere — right on your doorstep
Arthur River — where the Southern Ocean meets untouched wilderness
Northwest Tasmania is home to some of the darkest night skies remaining on Earth, with a Bortle scale rating of just 1. Circular Head Council is actively pursuing UNESCO International Dark Sky Reserve accreditation — placing this region on the world map for astronomers and astrophotographers.
Step off the Platypus Waters deck after dark and you’re immediately in prime stargazing position — the Milky Way galactic core, the Magellanic Clouds, regular Aurora Australis displays and more celestial objects than most people have seen in a lifetime. Visit the gallery page to see some Aurora photos literally taken in the backyard at Platypus Waters.
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