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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- The great outdoorsGuests love the outdoor space here.
- Laundry made easyOne of the few properties with onsite laundry facilities for guests.
- Your private hideawayGuests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Hot tub on site
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Air-conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Internet
Explore the area
Swansea, TAS
- Mayfield Bay Conservation AreaPlace, Mayfield Bay Conservation Area1 min walk
- Coles BayPlace, Coles Bay55 min drive
- Freycinet National ParkPlace, Freycinet National Park56 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
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.
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.
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Children on approval only.
Events
Events allowed
On approval only
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Our host will contact you the day prior to your arrival and a arrange a time to meet you and take you
through the retreat so you know what is hidden in the social cupboards and how everything works.
Check in is after 2:00pm
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9720528
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: On approval only
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Rocky Hills
Located in Rocky Hills, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mayfield Bay Conservation Area and Buxton River Conservation Area, while East Coast Heritage Museum and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
Swansea, TAS
What's nearby
- Mayfield Bay Conservation Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Bicheno Blowhole - 42 min drive - 74.1 km
- Bicheno Penguin Tours - 42 min drive - 74.4 km
- Coles Bay - 55 min drive - 91.8 km
- Freycinet National Park - 56 min drive - 92.5 km
Getting around
- Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
- Me & Mum’s - 7 min drive
- Gray cafe - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury?
As of 7 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury on 14 Sept, 2026 start from S$1,186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rocky Hills Retreat - Tasmanian Off-Grid Luxury located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is steps from Mayfield Bay Conservation Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Buxton River Conservation Area and Little Christmas Island Nature Reserve. Kelvedon Beach Conservation Area and Kelvedon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Curtix
Rocky Hills Retreat exists because we believed in what it already was - a piece of protected Tasmanian bushland with a quietly exceptional piece of architecture sitting in it. We care about it enormously. Every guest matters because there is only ever one at a time.
Why they chose this property
Rocky Hills sits above Great Oyster Bay on Tasmania's East Coast, midway between Swansea and Freycinet. It is one of the least developed stretches of coastline in Australia - the light is extraordinary, the oysters come straight from the water, and the pace is completely different from anywhere else. We chose it because it is genuinely irreplaceable.
What makes this property unique
The property is fully off-grid - solar powered, rainwater fed, and built on 250 acres of land registered under a conservation covenant in perpetuity. The architecture is by Craig Rosevear, who designed it as a passive solar building that earns its place in the landscape. There is one bedroom, a maximum of two guests, and a Huon pine outdoor bath handcrafted by Stuart Houghton. There is nothing quite like it.
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