Location: Table Cape, Tasmania, Australia, South Pacific (Burnie Wynyard Airport From Melbourne International Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Cantilevered over stunning rugged coast at Table Cape, north west Tasmania, Australia, The Winged House presents a dramatic art and architectural experience. Designed by award-winning architect Richard Goodwin, the zinc wings seem to lift you and the luxurious 180 degree observatory towards the horizon, with waves breaking on rocks to the east and Rocky Point to the west.
The Winged House has easy access to World Heritage listed - Cradle Mountain's sub-antarctic rain forests, The Tarkine, wild west coast, Cape Grim, Stanley and Dismal Swamp and Rocky Cape National Park with its unique flora. Kayaking, trout fishing, hiking and less challenging short walks are all available in this spectacular island setting which is closer in topography, fauna and flora to Antarctica than the Australian mainland.
Vineyards and wineries, orchards of apples, cherries, pears and olives, crayfish, ocean salmon and ocean trout all contribute to the Ten Days on The Island art, culture and gourmet experience held every two years in March-April.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Fine 1000 thread count linens and authentic Japanese linens
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed: 2 Queen size Japanese beds
- Convertible Bed (2) : 2 Japanese tatami mats and futons with bedding.
- Crib: Porta-cot available
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub: Japanese Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Well-stocked pantry, fresh fruit and vegetables provided on arrival
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Dial-A-Chef expert local chef available, specialising in superb local Tasmanian produce
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (3) : Outdoor areas either side of House and on lower terrace, with 2 hammocks. Picnic pack provided for walks to beach.
- Gazebo: Available on request
- View/Location
- Oceanfront: Access to the rugged isolated coastline is via a walk of ~ 10 minutes.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Artist's studio, in-floor heating, two luxurious Japanese beds and quilting, Japanese bath, helipad, private track through native foreshore vegetation to rugged ocean front exclusive to guests. Extra sleeping area on tatami mats and futons if required. Dial-A-Cray, Dial-A-Chef and Dial-A-Massage( massage bed available in house)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Ramp entry, no steps, wide doorways, doorless shower recess
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Not Suitable for Children: Sliding glass door open to the exterior with wire railing - children need to be supervised when doors open.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Trout fishing Local markets SPECIALITY CHEF AVAILABLE, DIAL-A-MASSAGE; DIAL-A-CRAY( TASMANIAN SEASONAL CRAYFISH)
Rate Details (In Australian Dollars)
Nightly .................. $350/night.
Consecutive week nights .. $600/two consecutive weeknights.
Weekends ................. $850/Weekend (Fri-Sat or Sat-Sun).
Long Weekends ............ $1050/Long weekends (Fri-Sun).
Week ..................... $2100/week.
Longer stays by arrangement.
One weekend night ..........$450
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Table Cape
We chose to build a property that was sympathetic to the rugged coastline, with its sweeping views and magnificent natural heritage of Tasmania
The Unique Benefits at this House
Quoting from the Citation from one of the awards The Winged House has won:"Your first view is of a plane or bird - or maybe a giant silver moth - perched halfway down the giant precipitous slope and poised to take off. As you drive closer it waits; becoming more house than bird. Then you enter and are suspended, not just by the grandeur of the view beneath your feet, but by this moment of arrested flight. You are inside the bird/plane; you feel you really could take off, over the cliffs, sliding through the gently buffering airs rising above the sun-polished sea. Flying off and away - and this feeling is the essence of holiday"
Owner's Map of Table Cape
The land on which The Winged House sits was purchased in 2007. Before beginning building, we spent almost one year clearing parts of the steep block, which was infested with Gorse an introduced pest plant covered in spikes and reaching up to 3m high, Since undertaking the construction of the House, we have gradually revegetated the block with native plants and some exotics. In June 2009, we planted 100 Protea plants down the driveway and 60 small olive trees on one terraced area. Now we are entering an exciting project to try and find bore water under the earth - drilling up to 100m down - with no guarantee of success! If we are fortunate and do find water, we can really go ahead with planting - even putting in some grape vines to take advantage of the Mediterranean-type climate here.
Property Photos
- night - Ocean View Vacation Rental House/Architectural Art, At Table Cape In Tasmania, Australia.
- Interior - Ocean View Vacation Rental House/Architectural Art, At Table Cape In Tasmania, Australia.
- Interior looking East in a storm - Ocean View Vacation Rental House/Architectural Art, At Table Cape In Tasmania, Australia.
- interior 2
- Japanese bath
- Helicopter landing on Helipad at The Winged House lower terrace
- Dinner for six
- Winter sunset
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