Facilities

The Bears Went Over The Mountain is one of Geeveston’s historic properties, which was completely remodeled into a customised accommodation establishment in 2002. It retains its old world charm with plenty of original features, including polished timber floors, casement style windows, high ceilings and lead lighting features, while offering modern luxury and comfort with heating, brand new beds and quality soft furnishings.

Other than the four (4) rooms, which all have private ensuite facilities, guests will enjoy The Bears’ licensed coffee lounge and FREE WIFI. Positioned at the front of house, the street frontage position is maximised with large feature windows and bench-style seating offering views over Geeveston’s main street.

Licensed Coffee Lounge

Pending the season (and unlike many Australian states, Tasmania does have seasons), this comfortable open-plan space is kept heated or cooled to a comfortable temperature thanks to the reverse-cycle air-conditioning system and wood fire heater. Its neutral polished floors, high ceilings and timber paneled walls create a welcoming country ambience, enhanced by the quaint bear footprints which pad around the room.

The furniture is an eclectic combination of antique and retro timber tables and chairs and stuffed lounges, providing an array of comfortable seating spaces. The walls are lined with a fabulous selection of books for your reading enjoyment and unique souvenir items, which you won’t find at all the other stores. Sports fans will appreciate the large-screen TV and Fox Sports channels.

So why is it called a coffee lounge? New owners Leanne and Ross love a good coffee! As a part of the December 2013 refurbishment works, they purchased a fabulous new coffee maker and sourced a brilliant blend (dark-n-stormy) from a small, boutique coffee roaster in Melbourne. They also added a Blackheart Sassafras bench at the front window, creating the perfect place to sit, sip and admire the view.

During the day it operates as a café, selling light meals and refreshments for guests and visitors alike. The menu changes daily and focusses on delivering excellent value for money hearty meals, made with the best quality, local Tasmanian produce. Complement your meal with a hot or cold beverage.

The Bears’ communal coffee lounge / café is the perfect place to relax and unwind, while planning the next step of your Tasmanian adventure.

Outdoor Spaces

Want to see some platypus? The Bears is a short walk from Geeveston’s Heritage Park. Geeveston is also known as the forest town and Heritage Park is right next to the town centre, bordered on its western side by the Kermandie River, which is home to a large and frequently sighted population of platypus. Indeed, if you take a stroll along the Platypus Walk, you are guaranteed to see some of these not-so-shy mammals.

Geeveston’s Heritage Park is great for families and nature lovers. This large green common is home to many native species of flora and fauna and other than the river, there are comfortable walkways and timber boardwalks, the Platypus Walk, a playground, covered seating and toilet facilities.

The Bears Went Over The Mountain continues to expand its services and facilities, for more information please don’t hesitate to contact us on phone or [email protected]