Cradle Valley Tasmania: Exploring Cradle Mountain & The Greater Valley Area Everyone knows Cradle Mountain...but have you explored the wider area of Cradle Valley Tasmania? It's one of those places that seems to arrive in Tassie [...]

Everyone knows what to do at Cradle Mountain when talking about Tasmania…but maybe not everything you can do. It's on just about every Tasmanian travel brochure, every bucket list and probably a million Instagram photos. What [...]

Did you know that there are beautiful places to stay in the countryside when coming to do Cradle Mountain walks? Most visitors tend to stay at the limited (in terms of space) Cradle Mountain accommodation options…but [...]

Scenic Drives Tasmania Introduction: Best Winter Drives 2026 Winter is one of the best times for scenic drives Tasmania and to explore North West Tasmania. There's the snow on Mt Roland - even more snow at [...]

If you’re looking into Tasmania winter holidays, winter in North West Tasmania isn’t something to avoid…it’s something you lean into. Crisp mornings, mist rolling over paddocks, snow on the mountains, and that proper ,rug up and [...]

Charging Stations Tasmania (EV) North West Charge Your Car While You Relax at Glencoe Country Bed & Breakfast With Our EV Charging Stations Tasmania. Travelling around Tasmania in an electric vehicle (EV) is becoming more popular every [...]

We continue our deep look into Airbnb vs hotel vs motel in Part 2 now...from Glencoe Country Guesthouse. Airbnb vs Hotel: Hotels Are The City Titans Hotels didn’t come from roads, they came from cities & [...]

When you're looking for a "B&B near me" on Google etc, have you ever wondered what the difference is between a traditional B&B, an Airbnb, a motel, and a hotel? Accommodation has always reflected society. When [...]

Christmas in Tasmania - Introduction Christmas in Tasmania looks a little different from the snowy postcards – think long summer days, berry picking, community markets, and festive celebrations under blue skies. In the Kentish region, December [...]

Things To Do North Tasmania - Introduction When you're searching for "Things to do north Tasmania," Tassie is full of natural wonders, but sometimes it’s the quirky, playful attractions that leave the biggest impression. Just a [...]

For things to do in north Tasmania...there’s something magical about spring and early summer here in Tassie. The crisp mountain air, rolling green hills, and splashes of colour from tulips, roses, and native blooms turn the [...]

Spring in Tasmania - from September to November - is a season of fresh beginnings. The crisp mornings, longer days, and blossoming landscapes make it one of the most beautiful times to explore the island. Where [...]

When winter arrives, where to see snow in Tasmania is often the first thing people are searching for. Our breathtaking northwest transforms into a snowy wonderland, perfect for exploring iconic alpine attractions. Conveniently located, Glencoe Country [...]

In this month’s blog, we’re going to provide a list of mountain biking Tasmania trails near Sheffield and beyond…given a few of these MTB trails are some of the best in the world! Sheffield – Gateway [...]

Best Fishing Spots In Tasmania - A Guide to Trout, Salmon, and Native Fish: Nestled in the picturesque North West of Tasmania, Sheffield and its surrounding areas offer some of the best fishing spots in Tasmania…especially [...]

Since coming to Tasmania, we have noticed a definite change in the weather - all down to climate change in Tasmania.  When we first came, it was cold, wet, and there was snow on the mountains. [...]

There are always so many things to do in Sheffield - near Glencoe Country B&B - and the surrounding area. Something to put in your diary for next year is Steamfest, which was held last weekend. [...]

We often have guests asking what is growing in the paddock next door to Glencoe Country B&B - these are poppy farms Tasmania. Those fields you saw by the side of the road are actually poppies! [...]

We get many visitors asking about platypus in Tasmania and where to see them. We do know there are platypuses in the local dams, and there is a family of platypuses in the dam across the [...]

Glencoe Country B&B is just 8km from Sheffield Tasmania, which is a quaint and interesting little town. The area was explored by the surveyor Nathaniel Kentish in 1842. He was trying to find a route from [...]

For this month at our Glencoe B&B accommodation with pets allowed...Howard wants to put in his report. He wants to show that he is a hard-working cat and deserves his gourmet cat food. Howard: concierge, pest [...]

How To Book Your Holiday Safely To minimise the risk of falling victim to hotel booking scams on Booking.com, follow these best practices: Use Secure Payment Methods: Always use the secure payment options provided by Booking.com. [...]

Booking.com is one of the most popular online travel agencies worldwide...but it has its share of online hotel booking scams. It's available in 43 languages, with over 28 million reported accommodation listings across 227 countries and [...]

If you're looking for unique wildlife in Tasmania...then you've come to the right place! At Beauty point there is Seahorse World and Platypus House. Seahorse World, a working seahorse farm, gives you unique access to these [...]

Guests staying at Glencoe B&B often want to see local wildlife...and we have several wildlife parks Tasmania all within an hour’s drive from here. We also have a wide range of animals right here with us [...]