How can I put this best into words. If you are lucky enough to stay here, do yourself a favor and…read morehave dinner. Do not do what I almost did and go into town and dine there. The dinng experience here is one of my all time favorite foodie experiences ever. There is a walk in wine locker where you can personally hand pick your bottle of wine, and that's just for starters. The rooms are super comfortable and the inn is located just a short walk from the waterfront. The service is attentive yet not at all stuffy. One of the top romantic getaways on the planet. 5 Stars all the way!

From the owner: Franklin Manor is located on Macquarie Harbour in the historic township of Strahan on the fringe of…read morethe Wild Rivers National Park. Franklin Manor is a boutique hotel, originally built for the Harbour Master in 1896, with several room styles providing an exclusive wilderness retreat for travellers who can enjoy the many activities offered in Strahan. Franklin Manor offers queen rooms with ensuite bathrooms; manor suites which feature a king sized bed and views from a window seat; and Manor Spa Suites with a bath style spa. The property boasts of large sitting rooms with open fires and one providing access to a verandah overlooking gracious gardens shared with local birdlife.

A bit disappointed. Still worth going. Now just 90 minutes without any treadle bridges and tunnels…read more Looks like they are doing lots of repairs or worse to the engineering wonder. It used to go over the river twice but not now. We had two small aperture's, a drink and a free post card and pen. Beautiful carriage and great host but still disappointed. The train also leaves Queenstown at the other end of the line and it seemed they had a four hour trip possibly including the rack and pinion part of the track over the mountain. We paid AUS$80 and felt it good value but still it could have been so much better. We also went on diesel#1 with no sight of steam locos which may have got trapped at the other end of the line. " the track is always greener on the other end of the line"

One of the best experiences I have had in Tasmania. I went on the wilderness full day trip which…read moreincluded a glass of champagne, morning tea, cheese and cracks and later a lunch at Queenstown. I would highly recommend this adventure to everyone!