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Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 211 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Swansea, TAS
  • Place, Mayfield Bay Conservation Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Christmas Island Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Wineglass Bay
    ‪60 min drive‬

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Rocky Hills Retreat

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury

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.
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Mayfield Bay Conservation Area. A hot tub and laundry facilities are available. The villa offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Mayfield Bay Conservation Area and a 1-minute drive from Little Christmas Island Nature Reserve
This villa offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rocky Hills villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste 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 sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some solar energy used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 119 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

  • No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
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.

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Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
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10/10

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Reviews

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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

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

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