Explore Hobart's Eastern Shore all within walking distance from Del Sol Treehouse

On Hobart’s eastern shore, the pace softens as you move away from the buzz of the city. Time stretches, footsteps slow and the day unfolds through small, observant moments rather than destinations to be ticked off before racing to the next one. From Del Sol Treehouse, everything you need for a full and satisfying day waits patiently to be discovered all within walking distance.

Morning light, birdlife and stillness

You awake with the most amazing pink light flooding the bedroom, enticing you from your restful slumber. The light continues to lift over the Derwent, the surrounding trees come alive with movement and birdsong. Black cockatoos announce themselves with unmistakable gusto, swallows swirl lines through the leaves and finches flit between branches with gentle urgency. With binoculars in one hand, and a steaming tea in the other, patient watchers are sometimes rewarded with rare sightings of dolphins or seals moving through the water of the bay below. There is no need to rush the morning at Del Sol.

A bushland loop at Rosny Reserve

When ready to stretch your legs, step out onto the street and turn right towards Rosny Reserve. The nearby loop track (2km and taking roughly 30 minutes) winds through bushland before opening to elevated lookouts with sweeping views across the city, the Tasman Bridge and the Derwent River.

The walk is gentle and rewarding, offering a sense of elevation and perspective that feels far removed from the city despite its proximity. On clear days, kunanyi rises in the distance. During special occasions such as New Year’s Eve, these same lookouts quietly become one of Hobart’s most memorable vantage points for fireworks or to take in the Dark Mofo revelry.

Coffee and brunch by the water

From the reserve, drift down toward the foreshore and follow the boardwalk to Bellerive. The marina hums softly with everyday life as yachts rock gently and locals linger over conversation.

For coffee or a late brunch, all within an easy walk, settle in at Gastown East for relaxed café fare, Abundance on the Quay for fresh, seasonal plates, or Marla Singer for something a little more indulgent if the mood calls for lingering longer. Each offers its own rhythm, but all invite you to slow down and watch the world pass outside.

Toes in the sand at Bellerive Beach

Continue along the waterfront and you will arrive at Bellerive Beach Park. Sheltered and often calm, the beach is ideal for a refreshing dip on warmer days or a quiet wander with shoes in hand. Even when the water is too cold for swimming, walking by the shore, watching the light shimmer across the bay and the boats dance with the tide feels restorative. There is a playground and child friendly area here too for the little ones.

Evening skies and a gentle close to the day

As afternoon turns inward, wander back to Del Sol Treehouse and let the evening arrive naturally. The hammock becomes the perfect place to pause as the sky deepens and stars begin to appear. Or prepare a platter and pour a glass of wine to enjoy on the balcony to watch the evening encroach. On clear nights and when the weather is just right, the southern sky opens wide, free from heavy city glare and glittering with stars like you have never seen. Those awake in the small hours may even catch a faint wash of colour from the elusive Southern Lights. Keep an eye out for the best weather conditions and look to the south. See the Discover Tasmania website for more detailed information.

This is a day shaped by nature's rhythm and presence rather than planning. One that reminds you that sometimes the most memorable experiences happen close to where you wake.