Alison could not have been more helpful, promptly answering all my enquiries and meeting us on the day of arrival. Alison's townhouse is a little slice of home and has the most beautiful views over the Derwent River. Sandy Bay is very close to Hobart Centre and we had no trouble walking to and from Hobart (about 30 mins) as we did not take a car. You can walk along the river front or along Sandy bay Road through the shopping centre. 10 minutes walk in the opposite direction and we stocked the kitchen from Lipscombe Larder on the corner of Lipscombe Ave and Sandy bay Road. They have an amazing array of delicious deli style food and pre cooked meals and wines. Along with a day tour of Bruni Island and a day at Mona (the Mona Roma ferry is amazing!) our long weekend break was just perfect. Thank you Alison, we hope we can come back.