The Tin Dragon Tailrace Sauna is our latest team project! It has been four-years from concept to completion. Consistent with principles of sustainability, the project used local materials wherever possible and was hand-built by us with the assistance of local contractors. This photo essay describes the bespoke sauna build.
Tin Dragon Cottages News
Notley Gorge – A leisurely short walk
For a relaxed drive along the scenic Tamar River, combine the Notley Gorge walk with lunch at one of the region’s small cafes and a winery or two on your drive back to Tin Dragon Cottages.
Pepper Bush Adventures – New Nature Based Tours
Tin Dragon Trail Cottages collaborates with Pepper Bush Adventures to offer nature-based tours in northeast Tasmania. Guests can enjoy various 2 or 3-day packages featuring wildlife safaris, rainforest excursions, and birding tours. Activities include visiting national parks and participating in unique experiences like hiking and morning alpaca walks while staying in cottage accommodation.
Botanical Art Retreat & Nature Journaling
During a recent art retreat, Dr Tanya Scharaschkin demonstrated how botanical science could be used to improve skills in nature journaling.
Free Alpaca Field Day
Members of the Ringarooma Textiles Group hosted 26 fibre enthusiasts for a fun, educational Alpaca Fibre Processing Field Day at Tin Dragon Cottages.









