The Knopwood Room
Located on the top floor of Grande Vue and showcasing stunning water views, The Knopwood Room has a beautiful French antique bed and original stained glass detail, making it a warm and inviting retreat to base your stay in Hobart.
Plush queen-sized bed
Marble ensuite bathroom
Kitchenette with mini bar and espresso machine
Mr Smith toiletries and soft, cosy bathrobes
Complimentary Wifi & smart TV
Ironing and guest laundry facilities
Daily housekeeping service
Named for Tasmania’s first cleric Reverend Robert Knopwood, who arrived in Hobart in 1804 and shortly thereafter was granted many hectares of land between Salamanca and Battery Point, the Knopwood Room is positioned on the top floor of Grande Vue, taking in ever changing views of timtumili minanya/River Derwent.
Known as a kind and active preacher who travelled his parish on horseback delivering sermons across Southern Tasmania, Knopwood also defied the stereotypes of a man of the cloth, becoming known as a ‘good time fella’ with hefty liquor tabs supporting aspersions that Knopwood had a penchant for the finer things in life and a lust for women!
It was these traits that eventually ran Knopwood foul of conservative Governor George Arthur, who effectively banished the cleric to manage a smaller parish across the river, acquiring his prime land for next to nothing in the process.
For your comfort
Each room is built with a well-appointed kitchenette with mini bar is perfect for preparing a light meal or tea or coffee with coffee pods provided by local boutique coffee roaster, Villino.
Soft and cosy bathrobes, Smart TV, complimentary Wifi, ironing facilities, and individually controlled central heating enhance your stay.
As your home away from home, we invite all Grande Vue guests to enjoy our well-stocked complimentary breakfast larder and daily baked treats in our communal kitchen and dining room overlooking the water and nearby sailing clubs.
A daily cleaning service is included in your stay, welcoming you home to a refreshed and relaxing space after a day of exploring all that Southern Tasmania has to offer.
Designed with luxury and comfort in mind, all of our rooms feature a plush king or queen-sized bed manufactured in Tasmania by AH Beard and opulent marble ensuite bathroom stocked with premium toiletries from Mr Smith.
Soak up the common areas of Grande Vue
Our historic mansion is yours to explore and make enjoy at Grande Vue. With three lounge areas, two communal dining spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and beautifully landscaped gardens with water and mountain views, Grande Vue is an exceptional venue for private celebrations, weddings and elopements, and corporate incentive travel.
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We provide our guests with premium toiletries from Mr. Smith . Our commitment lies in using products that nurture your body and are crafted in Australia.
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Meander and mingle
We invite you to explore the mansion at your leisure to rest alone or gather together. We have a communial kitchen, dining room, lounges and outdoor patio and garden spaces you are welcome to enjoy.
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Complimentary local produce
Indulge in a complimentary, well-stocked breakfast larder and freshly baked treats each day.
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Fresh daily cleans
To make your stay truly relaxing and comfortable, a daily cleaning service is included.