Welcome to the Huon Valley. We are Tasmania’s (and Australia’s) southernmost region offering everything you would come to expect from Tasmania, plus so much more! We welcome you to be part of our community, and here are our top reasons why the Huon Valley is just the place you’re looking for.
Lifestyle
The Huon Valley offers you the best of both worlds rural and city, as we are only 30 minutes drive from Tasmania’s capital city, Hobart. Whether you are working in the Huon, commute to Hobart or work remotely from elsewhere, the Huon Valley can cater to all.
For those keen for a lifestyle change, we offer the best natural ‘office’ you could ever dream of. The Valley inspires many in their undertakings whether they be primary producers, artists and artisans, or just simply looking to get out amongst nature for recreation and adventure.
The Huon Valley community is full of friendly and enthusiastic locals all looking to achieve their own idyllic lifestyles, happy to help out a neighbour and friend. We are quirky, compassionate, fiercely independent and decidedly offbeat at times. Our many townships are all distinct in their character, yet one thing is for certain – you will always see smiling friendly faces and someone willing to lend a hand.
For young families or for those just seeking to disconnect from the grind of everyday city living, the Huon Valley can offer that slower pace that you are longing for. The Huon offers a place where your community know you, are there for you and look out for you – true connection in every sense and an opportunity to reflect on the more important things in life.
Environment
Around every corner and over every hill, there is a beautiful vista, landscape or mountain range striking a pose ready to take your breath away.
The Huon Valley is an adventure playground just waiting to be explored. Offering experiences to suit all needs and abilities, you won’t need to travel far to see and experience something new and amazing. Bushwalks, kayaking, boating, fishing, cycling, swimming (even in the cooler months and not just to celebrate the winter solstice!) – you name it, you can experience it all here, within a stone’s throw away from home. You may even be fortunate to have your very own piece of wilderness paradise on your own property!
Wildlife encounters are almost guaranteed here in the Huon. Whether it be Tasmanian Pademelons or Bennett’s Wallaby, echidnas, platypus, Eastern Quolls or Spotted-Tail Quolls, or the more elusive Tasmanian Devil. You may also encounter a soaring bird of prey – Wedge-Tailed Eagles are a frequent sight, as with owls, tawny frogmouths, and goshawks.
Food and Art
We are often described as the food bowl of Tasmania and we are proud of it! The Huon Valley is home to a significant number of makers and growers.
The region has enjoyed a long and rich history of fruit growing – apples, cherries, berries and stone fruits to name but a few. The sector is diversified, from quality cider and beverages, as well as high quality premium fresh fruit still being exported domestically, and internationally to key markets in Japan, China and Taiwan.
The Huon Valley is a haven of food entrepreneurs and innovators, with namesakes like television personality and chef Matthew Evans (The Gourmet Farmer/Fat Pig Farm), renowned sushi master, Masaaki Koyama, and trailblazer chef Analiese Gregory (SBS’s ‘A Girls Guide to Hunting, Fishing and Wild Cooking’) all residing here, finding inspiration from the abundance of quality fresh local produce.
With such stunning landscapes and pristine environment everywhere, there’s no surprise that it is fast becoming a refuge for a variety of talented artists and artisans. These creative individuals draw their inspiration from this environment, and love to share their remarkable talents often on the world stage. Both summer and winter are equally welcomed through world class events and local festivals.