As soon as I walked through the front door – I knew my stay at Gatekeepers was going to be special.
The house is beautifully renovated, comfortable, and immediately felt like home. If you’re staying for a weekend, or a few weeks, you won’t want for anything.
Two total highlights are the view from the backyard as the sun sets over the city, and throwing a log on the fire on those cooler nights. This is one of those special properties that you’ll make memories in, and keep wanting to come back to.
In terms of location, it really doesn’t get better than Lenah Valley. Gatekeepers is a 3-minute walk from one of Tassie’s best grocery stores, featuring local goods, and has easy access to the bustling bar and restaurant scene along Elizabeth Street. It’s also one of the few spots in Hobart that is well serviced by public transport, so if your feet get weary from exploring – it’s never hard to get home.
Here’s a few things I learned during my stay at Gatekeepers:
- The Winston at the top of Elizabeth Street is a welcome rest stop for great food, craft beers, and excellent chats with the bar staff. If you stop there – say hello to Rob and Nathan for me.
- For an indulgent and romantic dinner degustation - Fico is the spot. Stunning.
- The New Sydney Hotel has the best fireplace, and pint of Guinness, that Hobart has to offer.
- Every Sunday a local produce market takes over Bathurst St. It’s a great spot to get fresh, local food, for a great price.

Lastly, hosts Dan and Arianne are just stunning people. They genuinely care about the experience their guests have. They’re so proud of their little slice of history and were always quick with a recommendation for what to do, and where to go, to make the most of the city.