You’ll wake up in a converted shipping container that’s been transformed into stylish two-bedroom, two-bathroom accommodation with private balcony views across Wynyard’s coastal landscape. These aren’t humble shipping containers – they’re fully equipped with modern kitchens, air conditioning, free WiFi, and cool design touches that make them feel like boutique beach houses.
The Coastal Pods Wynyard Tasmania
- Two converted shipping containers designed as beach houses – unique architecture with modern amenities
- Two bedrooms, two bathrooms – comfortable for families or groups up to four people
- Fully equipped kitchen, air con, WiFi – all essentials covered for self-sufficient stays
- Private outdoor spaces – each pod includes balcony, terrace, and garden areas
- On-site bar and BBQ facilities – communal areas for evening entertainment
- Bicycle rental available – explore Wynyard’s 15km of walking and cycling paths
- Walking distance to cafes and local shops – town center is 500 metres away
- Beach and river walks accessible – Wynyard Beach is 200 meters from accommodation
- Regional flights from Melbourne – Wynyard Airport offers direct 1-hour flights
1. Staytopia Vibes
Each pod combines industrial shipping container architecture with warm interior design featuring comfortable lounge areas, entertainment libraries of books and DVDs, plus board games and puzzles for rainy day activities.
The spaces feel intimate rather than institutional, with enough room for four guests to relax without feeling cramped.
Natural light floods through large windows while the outdoor terraces extend your living space into private garden settings. You’ll find the atmosphere strikes a balance between modern convenience and cosy retreat vibes.
These pods are wonderful, and the location is beautiful with views of the sea and the Inglis River.
2. The Wow Factor
These shipping containers are completely reimagined as luxury accommodation, featuring full insulation, modern bathrooms with rainfall showers, and kitchens equipped with full-size appliances including dishwashers.
The industrial exterior contrasts beautifully with warm timber interiors and comfortable furnishings that make each 40-square-meter space feel surprisingly spacious.
Sustainability meets style here – the recycled containers reduce environmental impact while providing unique accommodation that photographs beautifully. Each pod sits on its own landscaped site with established gardens providing privacy between units.
3. The Stay Details
Your two-bedroom setup includes one queen bed and twin singles, accommodating families or friend groups comfortably with quality linen and pillows provided.
Both bathrooms feature modern fixtures with one including a bathtub for relaxing soaks after beach walks.
The kitchen comes stocked with cookware, crockery, and appliances including microwave, oven, stovetop, and full-size fridge-freezer.
Air conditioning keeps you comfortable year-round while the lounge area includes a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and comfortable seating for four people.
Your private outdoor areas include a furnished balcony, ground-level terrace with outdoor dining table, and access to landscaped spaces.
4. Food Situation
The fully equipped kitchen includes everything needed for self-catering, from coffee machines and toasters to full cookware sets and dishwashers for easy cleanup.
Wynyard’s town centre offers three cafes within walking distance, including Button & Cole for specialty coffee and Lakeshore Cafe for hearty breakfast options.
Local foodie shops stock Tasmanian produce including Ashgrove Cheese, local wines, and fresh seafood from fishing boats that dock at Wynyard Wharf.
The IGA supermarket is 400 metres away for grocery shopping, while the Wynyard Golf Club restaurant provides upscale dining 1km from the pods.
5. Perks and Extras
The on-site bar operates Thursday through Sunday evenings, serving local Tasmanian wines, beers, and spirits in a sociable setting where you can meet other guests.
BBQ facilities include gas grills and outdoor dining areas with weather protection, plus picnic tables scattered throughout the landscaped grounds.
The tour desk provides local maps, activity bookings, and insider tips for exploring northwest Tasmania’s attractions.
Bicycle rental costs $25 per day and includes helmets, with bikes suitable for Wynyard’s flat terrain and dedicated cycling paths along the Inglis River.
6. Good Things to Do and What’s Nearby
Wynyard Beach stretches 2km of safe swimming and walking, while the Inglis River walk follows 5km of riverside paths through town and into natural bushland areas.
The beachfront Makers Market operates first and third Sundays monthly from 9am-2pm, featuring 40+ stalls selling vintage items, local crafts, fresh produce, and food trucks.
Table Cape Lookout sits 15km south through scenic farmland, offering 360-degree views across Bass Strait.
Wynyard’s antique and second-hand shops line the main street, with Button Shed Antiques and The Treasure Chest offering unique finds in restored heritage buildings.
Boat Harbour Beach, rated among Australia’s most beautiful beaches, is 20km west with crystal-clear water and white sand perfect for swimming and photography.
7. Why Book It?
Coastal Pods Wynyard delivers unique shipping container accommodation with luxury amenities, prime location 200 meters from the beach, and serves as your base for exploring northwest Tasmania’s foodie culture, pristine beaches, and scenic attractions all within 30 minutes’ drive.
