Staying at Pumpkin Cottage in the Brickendon Farm Estate was not just accommodation, it was an immersive experience into Australian colonial and convict history at this working farm. The cottage was well equipped with kitchen facilities and comfortable furnishings but authentically rough and rugged overlooking the rolling hills scattered with sheep, donkeys, etc. The many well preserved 200 year old buildings tell the story of the Archer family who still manage the property. The Archer women who manage the tourist part of the family business were friendly and generous with their time and information. We watched sheep shearing, fed the goat and sheep and explored the many buildings in this World Heritage listed property. Any trip to Tasmania should include a stay or at least a visit to Brickendon