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Askew with a View

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Interior - Askew with a View (Dover)
3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets - Askew with a View (Dover)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a view of the outdoors. - Askew with a View (Dover)
A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted telescope, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table. - Askew with a View (Dover)
On the beach, beach towels - Askew with a View (Dover)
Located across the road from Kent Beach, this charming 3-bedroom shack offers a warm and cozy retreat with a wood fire place and multiple panel heaters. With spacious open-plan lounge, dining & kitchen areas plus lovely water views across Port Esperance, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Askew with a View

  • Located across the road from the beautiful, sheltered & family friendly Kent Beach, our wonky weekender may have a floor level that is slightly askew, but it definitely makes up for it with an abundance of charm & character.

    3 bedroom shack opposite Kent Beach
    Lovely water views across Port Esperance
    Spacious, open plan lounge, dining & kitchen
    Wood fire place & multiple panel heaters
    2 queen beds plus single bed with trundle
    Family bathroom, separate toilet & laundry

    *phone enquiries welcome

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Dover, this holiday home is on the beach. Port Esperance and Port Huon Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Forest & Heritage Centre and Ninepin Point Marine Nature Reserve. Cloudy Bay Lagoon Marine Conservation Area and Scented Rose are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Dover travel guide
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Dover, TAS

What's nearby

  • Esperance Point Conservation Area
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kents Beach
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Port Esperance
    4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs
    25 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Tahune Airwalk
    51 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wild Bird
    3 min drive
  • Dover Top Shop
    4 min drive
  • Elaanor's Bakehouse
    3 min drive
  • Esperance Wine Bar
    4 min drive
  • The Post Office Cafe
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Askew with a View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Askew with a View?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Askew with a View?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Askew with a View located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dover holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Esperance Point Conservation Area and Kents Beach. Port Esperance is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Askew with a View Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was simply perfect. Opposite a stunning beach, with everything our family needed for a wonderful break.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hithnjkhnk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quit place it’s so nearby beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for family stay

Outside looks like a little old shack. Inside is lovely and comfortable. It has been made very homely. Reception isn't great in the area but there are dvds and books, some beach toys to keep the kids entertained in down time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Cassandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025