-About this space
Experience a unique alpine getaway amongst Tasmania's rugged wilderness. Located in the historic ski village within Ben Lomond national park, these newly renovated cabins sleep up to 5 people and provide all the cosy modern comforts of home. Accessible via the scenic Jacobs Ladder road, the village is a hub for year-round activities, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and wildlife watching.
-Checking In and Out
Please make your way up the boardwalk located behind the day shelter, into the Ben Lomond Snow Sports Cafe to check in and collect your keys.
If you arrive after our check in closes at 5pm make your way directly to the Creek Cabins for self check in. You will be notified via message to which room number you are assigned to and the door will be unlocked. If you have checked in this way please make your way to the Snow Sports Cafe upon check out to pay any outstanding fees.
If you have no outstanding fees upon check out please leave your keys on the kitchen bench, the front door unlocked and vacate the cabin by 10am.
-The space
The newly renovated cabins sleep up to five people (two doubles, one single) and contain homely modern comforts such as a kitchenette, high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, electric blankets and central heating.
Guest access
Each cabin has access to a back deck with views of the mountain, ski runs, village and creek.
A private continental breakfast is included in your booking. Fruit, cereal, bread, juice, coffee and tea will be conveniently available in a private neighbouring cabin in the morning.
-Getting Here
Ben Lomond can be reached via the C401 Road from Launceston. The trip takes about 1 hour 20 minutes travel time from Launceston or 3.5 hours from Hobart via the Midlands Heritage Highway.
If you are using Maps or Satnavs, put in Upper Blessington and turn off onto Ben Lomond Road where the Ben Lomond signs indicate. The Alpine Village is located 18 kilometres up the unsealed road. The last seven kilometres of the road are subject to ice and snow through Winter months.
Park in the upper car park and make your way to the Ben Lomond Snow Sports building for check in.
-Parks Pass Required
A Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service pass is required for your vehicle to enter the Ben Lomond national park. Parks passes can be purchased online on the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife website.
-Newly Renovated and Managed
The Creek Cabins are newly renovated and under new management by the team at Ben Lomond Snow Sports. Enjoy the brand new furnishings, appliances, kitchenette and services we offer. The Cabins are the first time in recent years public accommodation is available on Ben Lomond outside of the ski season.
-Internet and Phone Service
Free Wi-Fi is available in your cabin as well as at the Ben Lomond Snow Sports building. However mobile phone service coverage is very limited on Ben Lomond. Telstra customers can take advantage of a service repeater located in the Ben Lomond Snow Sports building and access network in and around the building.
A UHF radio will be located in your cabin to contact staff in emergencies only, this line will be monitored at all hours during your stay. Please keep the radio switched off when not in use to prevent battery drain and disturbances from other radio users.
-Remote Nature
The Ben Lomond Plateau is a remote area with limited services. The cabins run primarily off solar power, with a backup generator at the ready. Please be mindful of power consumption during your visit.
The Ben Lomond Snow Sports cafe is open from 9am-4:30pm on weekends and our dinner service is available from 6-8pm when pre-booked. The nearest corner stores and supermarkets are over an hour away, so we strongly recommend picking up supplies or making the appropriate bookings and enquiries prior to setting off for your stay.