Orford Escape, Relax!

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Orford, TAS

Orford Beach8 min walk
Shelley Beach19 min walk
Solis Golf Course4 min drive
Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)91 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

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! Free Wi-Fi @ local Cafes/Diner - 10 mins walk away. 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 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

Sea view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Orford, TAS

What's nearby

Orford Beach - 8 min walk
Raspins Beach - 14 min walk
Shelley Beach - 19 min walk
Spring Beach - 4 min drive
Solis Golf Course - 4 min drive

Getting around

Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

Gateway Cafe - 10 min walk
Eastcoaster Tasmania - 8 min drive
The Colonial Tea House and Gift Shop - 8 min drive
Scorchers by the River Pizza Cafe - 11 min walk
The Fish Van - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orford Escape, Relax! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Orford Escape, Relax!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orford Escape, Relax!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orford Escape, Relax! located?

This family-friendly Orford holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Orford Beach, Raspins Beach and Millingtons Beach Conservation Area. Shelley Beach and Orford Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

25 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very clean, comfortable accommodation. Short walking distance to Millingtons Beach, park, shop and cafes. Eight ball table is an added bonus and great fun. Private backyard. Rob communicated all relevant details promptly.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

20 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great spot in Orford

Had a lovely sunny weekend in Orford. House was close to beach and walks. Great backyard for a dog and kids loved the pool table.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ELIZA G.

26 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A sunny little place

Lovely, clean place, recent renos, very sunny with lovely places to sit inside and out in all weather. It’s a quiet street and an easy walk to the beach or cafés. Great yard for the dog. Looking forward to staying again, thanks Rob!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

7 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Have stayed here multiply times now and enjoy every time. Place has everything you need.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

6 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Second time we have stayed here great house and location.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

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