Stanley is a small town that lies in the far north west of Tasmania. It is uniquely located on a small neck of land with the famous volcanic landform of 'The Nut' at its head. This location makes the town a very picturesque place to visit and definitely worth our drive from Cradle Mountain.
We spent our afternoon and evening to explore Stanley and I am surprised that there was so much to cover in this small town. First up, we headed straight to the Nut, a top attraction for tourists to visit. The Nut is the remains of an ancient volcanic plug with a large, mostly flat surface that can be navigated on foot.
There are two options to reach the top of the Nut. You can either walk up (the track will take around 20mins) or take the chairlift where the ride will last a swift 5 mins. We opted for the chairlift since we wanted to spend some quality time at the summit. The chairlift ride was pleasant and relaxing, with plenty of fantastic photo opportunities along the way. Once we reached the summit, we were greeted by 360 degree views of the surrounding area. Absolutely stunning is the best descriptive word for this view. There is a circuit track for us to take a leisure walk. Be sure to stop and capture breathtaking views of Stanley, the neighboring farmland, Bass Strait, and the Rocky Cape National Park. We had the most enjoyable walk on the summit and we easily spent 2.5 hrs soaking up the gorgeous view the Nut has to offer.
After we descended from the Nut, we travelled to beautiful Stanley town, which still houses many heritage houses. I love the tranquility of this old town adorned with colorful heritage cottages.
We were quite hungry and decided to have lunch at a restaurant in town. Since the restaurant closes around 2pm, our options were somewhat limited. Fortunately, we managed to get a table at Hursey Seafoods, where we enjoyed an incredible seafood platter. The oysters were freshly shucked, and the fish, perfectly battered.
We then made our way to our charming accommodation for the night at Forth, and I can hardly contain my excitement! Nestled in the heart of a stunning agricultural landscape, this delightful tiny barn house exudes rustic charm. Despite its modest size, it boasts a cozy ambiance and all the modern conveniences one could wish for, including a flat screen TV, a quaint kitchenette perfect for whipping up simple meals, and a sleek bathroom featuring a hot shower that promises a refreshing cleanse. And the best part? We were welcomed by breathtaking views of sprawling green fields that stretched out before us, painting a perfect picture of serene countryside life. How I wish I have a holiday home like this!
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