Low Head PIlot Station

The Low Head Pilot Station is a historical precinct located in Low Head, Tasmania.

It offers unique accommodation, a maritime museum, a lighthouse, penguin tours, and a rustic seafood shack diner. The precinct consists of eight self-contained cottages that were built by convicts and have been restored to provide comfortable and relaxed accommodation. The cottages are located in a seafront pilot's station that overlooks the Tamar River and Pilot's Bay, and is just a short walk to many other pristine local beaches. The accommodation is suitable for travelers who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing stay in a historic location. Each cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, a living area, and a private bathroom. Some of the cottages have a balcony or a patio that offers stunning views of the surrounding area.

In addition to the accommodation, the Low Head Pilot Station has a maritime museum that showcases the history of the station and the local area. The museum has a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that provide insight into the life of the pilots and their families who lived and worked at the station. Visitors can also climb the Low Head Lighthouse, which is one of the oldest lighthouses in Australia, and enjoy the panoramic views of the Tamar River and Bass Strait. The Low Head Pilot Station also offers sunset penguin tours, where visitors can observe the little penguins as they return to their burrows after a day of fishing. The rustic seafood shack diner serves fresh seafood that is caught locally, and visitors can enjoy their meals while taking in the stunning views of the Tamar River.