Pumphouse Point’s off season deal is basically a bribe to visit in winter – and it’s working.
There’s a particular kind of quiet at Pumphouse Point that you don’t get anywhere else in Tasmania. It’s the old hydro pump station turned boutique hotel, marooned on its own jetty out into the black glass of Lake St Clair, wrapped in temperate rainforest and mountain silence. Off-season, that quiet gets even deeper – and now it comes with a bottle of wine a night, a $50 massage credit each, and either a whisky or chocolate tasting thrown in.
Pumphouse Point is Lake St. Clair’s most romantic stay. (Credit: Jemima Phelps)
A complimentary bottle of Tasmanian wine every evening, chosen and poured by the onsite team
A $50 massage credit per person ($100 for two), redeemed via a code sent with your booking confirmation
A whisky or chocolate tasting experience for two – you don’t get to pick which; it depends on the day you’re staying, since the two experiences rotate. You’ll find out and book it in on arrival
The tasting lottery: what you might get
The whisky and chocolate tastings are done by the fire. (Credit: Adam Gibson)
The dining room overlooking the pumphouse. (Credit: Adam Gibson)
The best of Tasmanian produce.
Because the experience rotates day to day, you’re in a bit of a lucky dip – and having done one of them myself, I can tell you it’s a genuinely good problem to have either way.
I got the whisky tasting, poured with Sullivans Cove, and it was, hands down, my favourite of every Tasmanian whisky I tried during my time on the island. I’ll be honest – not every Tassie whisky won me over. Some were a bit much, some just weren’t my style. But Sullivans Cove landed exactly right: warm, complex, the kind of dram that makes you slow down and actually think about what you’re drinking instead of just knocking it back for the novelty.
If you land on the other side of the rotation, you’re not missing out – the chocolate experience is paired with Anvers Chocolates, and anyone who’s tried Anvers knows that’s not a consolation prize. Their chocolate is genuinely, seriously delicious, and pairing it with an evening at a lake-edge former pump station sounds like exactly the kind of indulgent, slightly odd Tasmanian experience worth writing home about.
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Why the off season is actually the better time to go
Winter is arguably the best time to visit. (Credit: Rachel Vasicek)
Pumphouse Point in winter isn’t a lesser version of the summer experience – arguably it’s the real one. Mist sits low over the lake, the fireplaces get proper use, and the isolation that makes the property special stops competing with peak-season crowds. Throw in nightly wine, a massage credit, and a tasting experience most people would pay extra for anyway, and the off-season starts looking like the smart booking.
Details
Get cosy at Pumphouse Point this off season. (Credit: Rachel Vasicek)
When: A minimum of two nights (up to 14), and the offer applies across all room types at the property. It’s on sale now for stays until 30 September 2026.
Cost: Two nights from $1399, valued at $1895. My NRMA Rewards members save a further five per cent.
Conditions: New bookings only, can’t be combined with other offers, and full payment is required upfront. Cancellations within 14 days of arrival incur a fee equal to the full booking value – so it’s worth being sure of your dates before you commit.
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Tasmania’s crisp clear air, misty mountains, lakes and ancient forests beckon as winter approaches.
Travelling in the off season has many benefits, none more so in Tasmania, where it’s uncrowded and uncomplicated. Ease into winter with a getaway that spells relaxing with a glass of wine or local whisky, bathing under the stars, or gazing at reflections in pristine waters. Add fireside dining, wilderness walks, after-dark gallery visits and plenty of history and you’ve got a curated winter escape designed to make travelling in the quieter months of the year even more rewarding. NRMA Parks and Resorts’ Off Season Signature Packages across Tasmania (plus 10 per cent off for members) make all these things possible.
Cosy up at Cradle Mountain
Immerse into the wilderness at Cradle Mountain Hotel.
For an alpine wilderness experience like no other, chose Cradle Mountain Hotel for a winter getaway. You may even wake up to gently falling snow. Explore nearby Dove Lake, gaze at Cradle Mountain is and listen to the gush of waterfalls.
As Cradle Mountain works its charm, slow down to enjoy the crisp alpine air away from the hustle of the city. There are no crowds here, just serenity and the chance to recalibrate.
Cradle Mountain’s Off Season Signature Package includes two or more nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, a bottle of wine (Retreat rom bookings only) and off-season dessert with dinner. Then sip on mulled wine as you wander through the Wilderness Gallery admiring the work of Tasmanian artists.
Finding the flavours of Freycinet
Stay at the only accommodation within beautiful Freycinet National Park.
As the only accommodation within Freycinet National Park, among the many reasons for staying at Freycinet Lodge is its easy access to stunning Wineglass Bay, Mt Amos and Honeymoon Bay.
By day it’s the place for communing with nature, taking hikes in some of Tasmania’s most beautiful locations. By night, savour the regional seasonal flavours of the east coast, sip mulled wine to keep out the chill and gaze up at the star-studded skies. This is slow coastal indulgence at its best.
Freycinet Lodge’s Off Season Signature Package includes two or more nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, a hosted Flavours of the East Coast food and wine tasting experience and mulled wine under the stars, or beside the fire, after dinner.
Escape to lakeside Pumphouse Point
Stay cosy while looking out onto Lake St Clair.
Set on the edge of beautiful Lake St Clair in native bushland in the heart of Tasmania’s Central Highlands, Pumphouse Point has launched a new era for its boutique accommodation with the opening of two new luxury retreat rooms last October.
Each of the trio of rooms are thoughtfully designed, with an indoor fireplace and deep-soak bathtub, both perfect for a winter escape. This retreat offers dining and an expanded collection of hosted experiences, including a guided tour to learn more about this historic place, chocolate tastings and whisky tasting from local artisans – with more to come later in the season.
Borrow an e-bike and explore on your own, throw a line in, head off for a hike in the ancient forests that surround the lake, book a relaxing massage, or just settle in for an evening by the fire as the lake works its own magic.
Pumphouse Point’s Off Season Signature Package includes two or more nights’ accommodation, breakfast, larder lunch and dinner, a bottle of wine with dinner each night, and a chocolate or whisky tasting experience, as well as two $50 massage vouchers.
Slow down in Strahan Village
Explore UNESCO world heritage wilderness.
As the gateway to UNESCO world heritage wilderness, picturesque Strahan Village is the ideal base for exploring Tassie’s west coast. With a wide range of accommodation choices, from cosy waterfront colonial-style cottages to hotel rooms with sweeping views over Macquarie Harbour, it’s the perfect place for slow travel.
Join Gordon River Cruises to explore ancient wilderness and magical reflections on the Gordon River, wander through the village at your own pace or hire a bike to discover local secrets and attractions, including the iconic West Coast Wilderness Railway. Thrill-seekers can hire taboggans to hit the towering Henty Dunes.
Glamp under the stars at Port Arthur Holiday Park.
Spend your evenings glamping under the stars and your days stepping back in time as you explore the captivating stories of the World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site. Port Arthur Holiday Park is the perfect base for exploring the Tasman Peninsula and uncovering the stories of Australia’s colonial and convict past.
Surrounded by nature and history, this off-season escape has the all the makings of an unforgettable getaway. All glamping tents are heated to keep you warm during the off-season months when the nights get a little cooler, and have private bathrooms. Stargazing tents have the added luxury of an outdoor bath on the verandah.
The Port Arthur Off Season Signature Package includes two or more nights’ accommodation, a Port Arthur Historic Site tour for two and 10 per cent discount for dining at local restaurant On The Bay during your stay.
