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High On Penguin - located at Penguin

Immerse yourself in a symphony of comfort and nostalgia at High On Penguin's unique B&B where you can unwind with great views or jam out to some tunes.

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High On Penguin in Penguin, Tasmania offers an immersive music experience with rock 'n roll themed rooms and a vast collection of music memorabilia. Each room is uniquely decorated, from the Neil Young Room to the Janis Joplin Room. Unwind on the private balcony overlooking the coastline or enjoy full breakfast ingredients in your self-catering kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Penguin, this hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Montgomery State Reserve and Ferndene State Reserve, while Ulverstone History Museum and Maker's Workshop Information Centre are cultural highlights. Ulverstone Sports & Leisure Centre and Tasmanian Giant Freshwater Lobster Expeditions are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Penguin travel guide
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Penguin, TAS

What's nearby

  • Penguin Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Johnsons Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Penguin General Cemetery
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Penguin Tourist Information Centre
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Penguin Undercover Market
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Penguin Station
    8 min walk
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penguin Beer Co
    19 min walk
  • Renaessance
    14 min walk
  • Highway Halt - Sulphur Creek
    5 min drive
  • Hey Buddy
    9 min drive
  • Seasons by the Sea
    14 min walk

About this property

High On Penguin - located at Penguin

  • Hotel next to a golf course
  • High On Penguin - located at Penguin provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Barbecues, books and a video library
    • Games and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at High On Penguin - located at Penguin feature comforts, such as air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • 2 bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • TVs with DVD players
    • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and outdoor lighting

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number BP208259
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is High On Penguin - located at Penguin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at High On Penguin - located at Penguin?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at High On Penguin - located at Penguin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High On Penguin - located at Penguin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High On Penguin - located at Penguin located?

Situated in Penguin, this golf hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Penguin Beach, Penguin General Cemetery, and Johnsons Beach. Penguin Tourist Information Centre and Penguin Undercover Market are also within 1 mile (2 km). Penguin Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

High On Penguin - located at Penguin Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is spectacular! The house is spacious & quirky with great amenities & the provisions are generous. Gerard is the perfect host.
Downstairs living room ... Juke Box with a view!
View from the downstairs balcony.
View in the other direction from the downstairs balcony.
Just one picture of the funky interior.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynton b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Gerard could not have been more helpful The place was fantastic for our group of 7 Lots of room and great views Thoroughly recommend Gerard and high on penguin
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Though travelling for work this time would make a great holiday house for longer stays.

Lots of great amenities, immaculate gardens , very comfortable all around. Would stay again. It was quiet at night and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peacefully perfect

With a view like this place, i didn't want to leave. Everything you could want is onsite!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

This property looks over the main beach at penguin and has everything I wanted and more in a house away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolute gem

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It was a special part of our holiday experience. We loved it so much and felt at home. The musical themes throughout the house, made it even more enjoyable. The views were spectacular.Thank you Gerard.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and inviting.

Gerard was easy to communicate with. We arrived at night and we were happy to see Gerard had left plenty of lights for us to see our way safely into the property. We were overwhelmed by the wonderful array of rock and roll memorabilia. The house was clean and comfortable. We have already recommended this property to our friends and family. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great locationHost is very friendly and responsive.Beds are nice and compfyAmazing showersVery roomy and amazing views.Nice and quiet but yet close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay great location

Me and the pooches had a great stay. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and house

Loved all the music references and amenities in this place. Excellent position and host easy to deal with.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway spot

This spacious and well-maintained house was located in a perfect place overlooking the sunrise over the bay at Penguin. We plan to come back and bring overseas visitors with us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special place

Spacious, relaxed accommodation with everything at your finger tips Gerard is a very welcoming host who is immensely generous in his provision of so many kitchen supplies. View is superb. Thank you, Gerard.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as described

We had a 1 night stay at High on Penguin and it was very comfortable. To have breakfast supplied and lots of games and entertainment memorabilia around the house, we will be back. Thank you Gerard
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRONWYN M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Stayed for two nights with a group of friends and we all loved the location, the view and the quirky rock & roll theme. A lovely addition was the included breakfast. Owner was very informative on our arrival. However a few small details that could enhance the overall rating would be the cleanliness of the home and also the balcony balustrade is in need of some repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

dust

One of my friends is an asthmatic and does not cope well with dust
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Candace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Short Stay

We enjoyed seeing the music memorabilia, what a collection you have Gerard! Appreciated the large range of breakfast items to choose from. There were areas of visible dust, dirt and cobwebs we noticed. A good little short stay house that we could have our fur baby join us. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views and great host

House was very clean and comfy. Wonderful music memorabilia throughout the house. Fantastic views over the bay and enough eggs,bacon, bread, cereals and fruit to feed an army. Very helpful host
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical destination

we had the best experience staying at high on Penguin facilities excellent and rocknroll memorabilia collection outstanding, star themed bedrooms eg joni mitchell, bob dylan jimi hendrix neil young and janis joplin each with their memorabilia The view over Penguin was stunning and our little whippet felt very welcome and secure. Thank you Gerard
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine (Anne) S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view of Penguin foreshore

The communication and friendliness of the owner was excellent. He even went to the trouble of putting up a dog friendly barrier on the decking. Really good decking, sun bathing, bbq and drinks area. Top quality goods and breakfast provisions. Untold amount of music and reading material on music and musicians for your enjoyment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, amazing view, friendly owner.

We had a wonderful time, great house, the view was amazing and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Debbie R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Location and view

Beautiful location, lovely house but you really need to maintain the house keeping as it requires a good clean. My guests and I found the house to be very dusty, the oven requires cleaning, so did the toilet, shower recess has mould, spider webs on windows and walls and the balcony balustrade requires urgent repairing as it is very dangerous. We would also suggest you update the bed linen and the soap bars to smaller individual ones or supply body wash in a bottle. I was rather embarrassed for my friends, I have always took pride on booking great accommodation. I have booked many accommodation places overseas and locally, never have I seen a place in this condition. You also don’t state in the descriptions is that you live underneath. My guests and I were not happy about that and they felt uncomfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

This place rocks!

Pun intended. But seriously, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The place had everything we needed and is in a nice central location of the North West Coast with a fantastic view over Penguin and the coastline. Thanks Gerard for providing such a quality place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Great Stay

We had a fabulous stay at this property. Always great for a large group and Gerard is an excellent host Nothing is too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Perfect

Wonderful location, great host and mindblowing memorability. Thankyou Gerard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verity N.

Stunning views over Penguin

We had a wonderful stay at Gerard's house in Penguin. It was an incredibly spacious home with everything you could possibly need. The musical theme was very entertaining and we appreciated Gerard's personal welcome and homely touches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018