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Aplite House

Friendly Beaches, Tasmania · 200 acres

Hosted by Sam B.

Vacation rental

· 6 guests max · 2 bedrooms · 4 beds · 2 toilets

APLITE HOUSE sits amongst a two-hundred-acre private property of a secluded forest. The property is fringed by the world-renowned Freycinet National Park. Aplite House is conveniently located along the "Great Eastern Drive" on the Freycinet Peninsula, between Coles Bay and Bicheno at Friendly Beaches. Aplite House is a 2.5 hr drive from Hobart, a 2 hr drive from Launceston, a 1.5 hr drive from St Helensa, a 40 min drive from Swansea, and a 25 min drive from Coles Bay or Bicheno. Aplite House is a very private home base that is well-positioned for exploring Tasmania's East Coast. While at the house there is a sense of immersion in the native Tasmanian forest with views over the Moulting Lagoon conservation area it is a very relaxing and tranquil environment. Nearby are pristine Friendly Beaches that are almost 8 km long and most times feels like you have the entire beach to yourself. Aplite House is a sanctuary in the heart of one of Australia's most iconic landscapes. While enjoying the seclusion and privacy of the property it is within easy reach to explore Coles Bay, Bicheno, Wineglass Bay hiking trail, Honeymoon Bay, Sleepy Bay, Bluestone Bay, Cape Tourville Lighthouse, Bicheno Blowhole, Denison Beach, Freycinet National Park, Douglas Apsley National Park and East Coast Vineyards, along with the many other activities the region offers. The property surrounding Aplite House is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna including orchids, Tasmanian devils, wombats, possums, wallabies, quolls, and wedge-tail eagles. Architecturally designed by Stephen Geason. Stephen was commissioned as a Director of the prominent Hobart Architectural firm Dock 4. He was selected because of his appreciation for Tasmania and the Freycinet region. The brief was to design a solar passive, site-specific home used for short to medium-length, self-catering stays of guests, with multiple locations to relax, built using Tasmanian materials. Stephen first visited the property prior to any site preparation, he walked over the entire property and discussed the location.Aplite is a architecturally solar passive designed house. There are two bedroom's with ensuites. The house has a full kitchen. There is an entertainment area equipped with flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, DVD library, stereo and board games. There is a dining and lounging area in an open plan space. Both bedrooms. There are 3 outdoor decked areas with lounging cushions. Aplite is on a 200 acre private property that fringes the Freycinet National Park. The property is at Friendly Beaches, which is midway between Coles Bay and Bicheno. Aplite is a fantastic home base to explore the Freycinet region and the East Coast of Tasmania more broadly. Amenities Balcony, Barbeque, Hairdryer, Heating, Ceiling Fans, Kitchen, Stove top, Dishwasher, Tea/Coffee Maker, Linen and Towels Provided, Television, En-suite Bathroom, DVD Player, Fridge, Microwave, Espresso Machine, Wireless Internet, Weekly Room Service, Smart TV, Shower, En-suite Bathroom, Fire Pit, Lounge Area, Internet Access, CD Player, Fireplace

What to expect

Vacation rental

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No campfires

No pets

Potable water available

Tap

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Cooking equipment present

Private, oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station

Wifi available

Picnic table absent

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

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