8/10 Good
Hannah S.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family and pet friendly space
Hannah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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Orford Escape, come and Relax!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Orford, TAS
- Orford Beach8 min walk
- Shelley Beach19 min walk
- Solis Golf Course4 min drive
- Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)92 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
3 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Orford Escape, come and Relax!
Full reno now completed in kitchen (including dishwasher) and living/dining area - polished floor boards in living room/hallway, new paint + new carpet in bedrooms.
FSC & centrally located, this 3 bedroom holiday home has all modern conveniences, with private back yard, big under cover gas/wood BBQ area + U/C Pool table & darts + modern bathroom.
Everything in this place works (Yes it does!) and is here to make your stay enjoyable and stress free! Ride bikes in safe streets + in local park 5 mins walk away.
Fully furnished with quality queen beds in 2 bedrooms, 3 single beds + foldaway in third bedroom.
"Orford Escape" is peaceful, would suit families and couples, and is visitor approved. Maximum of 8 people staying with 5 adults maximum per stay.
Pets are welcome, however they are not permitted inside bedrooms of the residence. They can sleep inside the laundry if required + the backyard is enclosed.
45 minutes from Hobart Airport, and one hour from Hobart.
Orford is the gateway to the world famous Freycinet National Park, including breathtaking Wineglass Bay and historic Maria Island.
Minimum 2 night stay. Available year round.
Amenities & Attractions
Supermarket, cafes, Post Office - 5 mins
Local Park to ride bikes etc - 5 mins walk
Local school grounds/court - 2 mins away
Numerous walking trails 5 - 10 mins
Boat ramp - 1km
Orford Golf Course - 5 mins
Maria Island Ferry - 10 mins
Coles Bay - 60 mins
Richmond - 30 mins
Swansea - 45 mins
Bicheno - 60 mins
MONA - 70 mins
Salamanca Market - 60 mins
Historic Richmond - 35 mins
Port Arthur Historic Site - 100 mins
Wineries are as close as 2 kilometres away, and are located up & down the East Coast, easily accessible in a one day trip.
FSC & centrally located, this 3 bedroom holiday home has all modern conveniences, with private back yard, big under cover gas/wood BBQ area + U/C Pool table & darts + modern bathroom.
Everything in this place works (Yes it does!) and is here to make your stay enjoyable and stress free! Ride bikes in safe streets + in local park 5 mins walk away.
Fully furnished with quality queen beds in 2 bedrooms, 3 single beds + foldaway in third bedroom.
"Orford Escape" is peaceful, would suit families and couples, and is visitor approved. Maximum of 8 people staying with 5 adults maximum per stay.
Pets are welcome, however they are not permitted inside bedrooms of the residence. They can sleep inside the laundry if required + the backyard is enclosed.
45 minutes from Hobart Airport, and one hour from Hobart.
Orford is the gateway to the world famous Freycinet National Park, including breathtaking Wineglass Bay and historic Maria Island.
Minimum 2 night stay. Available year round.
Amenities & Attractions
Supermarket, cafes, Post Office - 5 mins
Local Park to ride bikes etc - 5 mins walk
Local school grounds/court - 2 mins away
Numerous walking trails 5 - 10 mins
Boat ramp - 1km
Orford Golf Course - 5 mins
Maria Island Ferry - 10 mins
Coles Bay - 60 mins
Richmond - 30 mins
Swansea - 45 mins
Bicheno - 60 mins
MONA - 70 mins
Salamanca Market - 60 mins
Historic Richmond - 35 mins
Port Arthur Historic Site - 100 mins
Wineries are as close as 2 kilometres away, and are located up & down the East Coast, easily accessible in a one day trip.
Property manager
Mr Rob Christie
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children 0 - 2 years stay free of charge
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets welcome but not in hallway, bdrms or bthrm.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number DA11056
About the area
Orford
Located in Orford, this holiday home is on a river. Orford Golf Club and Solis Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millingtons Beach Conservation Area and Raspins Beach Conservation Area. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Orford, TAS
What's nearby
- Orford Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Raspins Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Shelley Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Orford Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Solis Golf Course - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Fish Van - 9 min drive
- Scorchers by the River Pizza Cafe - 11 min walk
- Gateway Cafe - 11 min walk
- The Colonial Tea House and Gift Shop - 8 min drive
- Eastcoaster Tasmania - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
ELIZA G.
20 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, convenient spot
ELIZA G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A.
6 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Nicole A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A.
31 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Nicole A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
SALLY C.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
SALLY C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia N.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great spot in Orford
Cynthia N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mandy D.
16 Oct 2017
Fantastic family getaway
Mandy D.
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Michael G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Debbie and Darrel Y.
10 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time out
Debbie and Darrel Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
ELIZA G., Hobart
19 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sunny little place
ELIZA G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A.
6 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Nicole A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Zoe C.
9 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family catch up
Zoe C.
10/10 Excellent
Warwick J.
31 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Orford by the sea
Warwick J.
8/10 Good
Tobi C.
28 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Comfortable and good location
Tobi C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Anita C.
30 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for family Christmas
Anita C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
31 May 2019
Great place
Michael S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
8/10 Good
Marianne L.
22 Apr 2019
Orford stay
Marianne L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Warwick J.
24 Jan 2019
Very welcoming house to relax at.
Warwick J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
Bianca W.
8 Jan 2019
Perfect Beach House!
Bianca W.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
8/10 Good
Kylie E.
1 Nov 2018
Great place
Kylie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
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8/10 Good
JOHAN K.
22 Feb 2018
Orsome Orford
JOHAN K.
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8/10 Good
Warrick M.
11 Jan 2018
Relaxing
Warrick M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Donna R.
18 Oct 2017
Fabulous property
Donna R.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Alison L.
24 Apr 2017
Great spot
Alison L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
JAN K.
23 Feb 2017
comfortable property
JAN K.
About the host
Hosted by Mr Rob Christie
Have been renting my property for the past 15 years on short term stays. I take pride in having the property looking its best and really enjoy the feedback from people regarding their East Coast experience.
Why they chose this property
Very comfortable with quality beds and linen, all cooking requirements are there. Centrally located in walking distance to beach, Supermarket, café and post office
What makes this property unique
Everything in the house works! Undercover BBQ area and other U/cover table tennis area a bonus. No need to bring gas for BBQ, it's on site.
Languages:
English
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