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Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast

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On Tasmania's picturesque east coast, Rocky Hills Retreat offers a luxurious escape amidst secluded bushland. Enjoy breathtaking views of Great Oyster Bay and Freycinet Peninsula, explore the innovative architecture and art studio or unwind in this modernist self-contained haven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Laundry room
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast

  • A single-bedroom retreat on 250 acres of protected conservation land, Rocky Hills sits above Great Oyster Bay with uninterrupted views across to the Freycinet Peninsula.

    Designed by architect Craig Rosevear, the building is passive solar, fully off-grid and quietly extraordinary - solar powered, rainwater fed, and built to disappear into the landscape rather than impose on it. The land is registered under a conservation covenant in perpetuity. What happens here stays here.

    Accommodation is for two guests only. Interiors are spare and considered - art, books, light, and the particular silence of 250 acres with no neighbours. Outside, a handcrafted Huon pine bath sits in the open air.

    Rocky Hills is 10 minutes from Swansea, close to Freycinet National Park, and within reach of some of Tasmania's best food, wine, and coastline.

    It is also, genuinely, the kind of place that is hard to leave.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,259 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Map
Swansea, TAS

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA)
    78 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mayfield Bay Conservation Area and Little Christmas Island Nature Reserve. Kelvedon Beach and Kelvedon Beach Conservation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Rocky Hills Retreat - Off-Grid Luxury on Tasmania's East Coast Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

What a wonderful property. We had a amazing stay. No need for the TV. The ever changing views were spectacular. The outdoor bath is in the perfect spot. The added extras made the stay extra special. The serenity, and peace and quiet is so refreshing perfect end to our weeks holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lynette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place. So peaceful and amazing veiws . The bath on private deck was fantastic way to end the day. Would stay there again. If you want a private getaway with all the modern comforts and the best veiw with amazing host that give you full privacy. This is the place to stay . Thank you for a stay that was so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goodbye 2022, hello 2023

This place is to die for. The accommodation and views are second to none. Add to the fact that your nearest neighbour is more than a kilometer away. It is heavenly. No better way to celebrate the new year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022