About our Property

Old School Rocky Cape Farm Stay
Escape the Crowds. Enjoy More for Less.
Historic Charm. Country Views. Unbeatable Value.
Why pay premium prices for a cramped room when you can enjoy an entire historic farm stay surrounded by nature?
Just 25-30 minutes from Stanley, Old School Rocky Cape Farm Stay offers the space, privacy, and comfort that families, couples, and groups love, at a price that leaves more room in your holiday budget.
Why Guests Choose Old School Rocky Cape
✅ From just $120 per night
✅ Sleeps up to 10 guests
✅ Three spacious bedrooms & 8 beds
✅ Free off-street parking for up to 6 vehicles
✅ Secure motorcycle storage
✅ Private gardens and outdoor spaces
✅ Friendly farm animals and stunning mountain views
✅ Just minutes from Rocky Cape National Park and Stanley

More Space. More Privacy. More Memories.
Wake up to rolling countryside views instead of neighbouring motel walls. Let the kids explore the secure garden, enjoy breakfast on the deck, and unwind in a beautifully restored 19th-century cottage that combines historic character with modern comforts.
Whether you're planning a family holiday, a couples' escape, or a getaway with friends, you'll enjoy the freedom of having the entire property to yourselves.

The Perfect Base for Exploring Tasmania's North West
Spend your days discovering the breathtaking coastline of Rocky Cape National Park, visiting Stanley's famous Nut, enjoying local seafood, or simply relaxing in the peace and quiet of the countryside.
Then return home to comfort, space, and the kind of rural hospitality that's becoming harder to find.

Why Stay in a Room When You Can Have a Whole Farm Stay?
Experience authentic Tasmania, create lasting memories, and enjoy exceptional value at Old School Rocky Cape Farm Stay.

Book your stay today and discover why guests return year after year.
Authentic Rural Hospitality • Historic Charm • Outstanding Value 🌾🏡✨

Welcome

We are excited you decided to book with Old School Rocky Cape. If you need to reach us, keep our mobile numbers 0407 642 149, or 0479 172 444 in case of an emergency.

Here is some additional helpful information:

Stay 2 Nights or More:
Guests staying for 2 or more nights will enjoy the following perks:
• A complimentary bottle of quality Australian wine from our Wine Club.
• Free use of the laundry facilities.

Keys: When departing, please leave the key on the kitchen bench or return it to the key safe, ensuring the front door is closed. Kindly take extra care of the keys, as lost keys will incur a replacement fee of $10.

Heating and Cooling: The thermostat is conveniently located in the kitchen next to the microwave for your comfort. All large beds are equipped with electric blankets, and a portable oil heater is available upon request.

Animals: We welcome small, house-trained dogs for a fee of $20 per stay. As we have ducks, chickens, geese, and lambs on the property, pets must be kept on a leash when outdoors. Please note that we do not allow cats. In the unfortunate event that a pet harms any of our animals, a fee starting at $100 will apply.

Fireplace: If you’d like to enjoy an open fire, we provide wood and fire starters for $10 per night. Please note that the fireplace is intended for ambiance and will not heat the guesthouse. For heating, the reverse cycle air conditioner is available.

Bedrooms:
• No eating or drinking is permitted in the bedrooms.
• Complimentary earplugs are provided to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep.
• Bed configurations include 1 single bunk bed, 1 queen bed with an en-suite, and 1 queen bed plus 2 single bunk beds.Additional fold-up single beds and a travel cot are available upon request at the time of booking.
• Extra blankets and linens are stored in the walk-in wardrobe in the main bedroom and on shelving in the recliner room. Fresh towels and linens can be provided upon request.

Television: Our entertainment system includes two remotes: the TV remote (to turn the TV on/off) and the Satellite remote (to change channels). While local television channels are unavailable, our Satellite service offers access to NT television.

Entertainment: The lounge features a coffee table with drawers containing family board games for indoor enjoyment, as well as a variety of books for both adults and children. Reading lamps are provided in the bedrooms for a cozy reading experience. We also offer a large selection of DVDs free of charge - please speak to us for DVD details.

Wi-Fi: Enjoy FREE Satellite Wi-Fi during your stay.
• Username: My Skylink Wifi
• Password:   0ldSchoo!

Lounge: The lounge is furnished with two three-seater sofas, one of which folds out to a double sofa bed, and two single-seater lounge chairs. The second bedroom also includes two single recliners with lovely views of the deck and the National Park.

Kitchen: Feel free to make use of the kitchen, including all cooking ware, utensils, and appliances.
• The stove is gas-operated - press the knob, wait for it to click/light, then adjust the temperature.
• Avoid placing hot pots or pans directly on the kitchen bench to prevent damage. If this occurs, a $100 resurfacing fee will apply.
• If the gas cylinder for the stove runs out, please notify us immediately, and we’ll replace it.
• To avoid extra cleaning fees please wash all dishes and utensils before departure. A dishwasher is available for your convenience - place a dishwasher tablet at the bottom, close the door, and press start. All cleaning products are provided.
• For hygiene reasons, we only supply salt and pepper grinders, as well as single-use tea, coffee, milk, and sugar for your first night. For longer stays, guests are requested to purchase additional supplies.

Barbeque Area: Our outdoor entertainment deck features a four-burner barbeque with a gas cylinder and utensils, provided free of charge. However, if the gas cylinder is not turned off after use or the barbeque is not cleaned, a $50 re-gassing/cleaning fee will apply. Cleaning products are supplied.

Laundry: While guest access to the washing machine is restricted, we’re happy to assist with laundry at $5 per load, including washing powder, stain remover, and fabric softener. An iron and ironing board are also available. Alternatively, a 24-hour laundromat with washers and dryers is located 5 km away at the Rocky Cape Tavern.

Meals:
• The Rocky Cape Roadhouse is open from 4 AM to 6:30 PM, offering excellent takeaway meals such as fish and chips, burgers, and salads. It’s located just 3 minutes away at the corner of Rocky Cape Road and the Bass Highway.
• ​ Lanigan’s, a family‑owned venue nestled at the foothills of Rocky Cape National Park, offers high‑quality local food and wine with stunning views across Bass Strait - an ideal setting for a romantic lunch or a family meal with space for kids to explore. For hearty classics in a casual atmosphere
• The Rocky Cape Tavern, a popular local venue, serves hearty Australian pub meals. It’s open from Wednesday to Sunday for lunch (12 PM–2 PM) and dinner (6 PM–8 PM) and often features live music on weekends.

COVID-Safety: Both of your hosts are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive annual flu shots.

We hope you enjoy your stay! If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Warm regards, Alex and Liam

T E S T I M O N I A L S

Happy People

 absolutely everything was a perfect spot for a couple nights. apartment was clean, tidy facilities were absolutely perfect everything needed was a home away from and would definitely recommend and stay here again. Easy & straight forward communication with Alex & Liam

Peter - Bookings.com guest