Arriving in Hobart on a crisp wintry day was the perfect setting for a stay in Bernd's wonderful and cosy Studio at their beautifully located home on Mount Stuart.
The Studio is suitably equipped, thoughtfully fitted and well-maintained. The lamp-lit desk is good for work and planning, with the lamp also serving well for a bed-side light, the folding bed is comfortable and practical, sheets and towels are plenty and clean, the drawers and small table and shelves provide good storage and organising space, and the tea and coffee station with kettle as well as the column heater are great touches to make it even more comfortable on those cold nights!
In terms of fittings, the Studio has great lighting, draught-prevention, clothesline, two dual power outlets, and deck and interior fittings. I was impressed with the Studio as well as Bernd's whole home in this regard - his engineered solutions to add to the function, convenience and amenity of his house and garden are simply brilliant and fun too. The maintenance of the whole space is also excellent.
As for the location - it is truly a great spot. The low morning fog over the river and lower bank and suburbs can be seen from the deck. A bike ride into town from the pitch of the hill brings the whole scape of Hobart into focus. On the other side of the hill can be accessed the inter-city bike path which leads directly to MONA.
Thank you Bernd and family, for an astounding stay at your home and experience of Hobart. I had a thoroughly enjoyable time and look forward to coming again in future.