Beautiful Orford with Maria Island Views. Pet Friendly and Loads of Space

This seaside escape is the perfect mix of ocean views and country retreat.
Perched on the rise of Bernacchi Drive the view of Maria Island and Spring Bay is spectacular.
The property is perfect for families or a couples escape. Your pets are welcome to explore the spacious acre of fenced land and gardens. Outdoor entertaining is a feature with a spacious living/dining area that opens to a large outdoor entertaining space with ample seating, lighting, BBQ, fire pit and pizza oven.
The property consists of an open plan lounge and kitchen/dining area with a magnificent hardwood timber ceiling. The living area has a cosy cabin feel, featuring a free-standing wood heater backed by a river stone wall. The open plan blackwood timber kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay; stainless steel oven/cooktop, microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, cutlery/crockery and an abundance of cooking utensils. From the kitchen window you gaze towards the spacious outdoor entertaining area ideal for enjoying your morning coffee while watching the sunrise over stunning Maria Island.

The property sleeps five.
The two bedrooms are of ample size and both feature handmade Tasmanian timber beds. The main bedroom has a floating queen-sized Huon pine bed and views over-looking Spring Bay. The second bedroom has a black-heart sassafras double bed and hidden trundle single bed.

The bathroom is spacious and freshly renovated using Tasmanian timbers with a silver wattle bench top and stone basin. Relax in an enormous walk-in shower with a rainwater overhead fixture or alternate handheld spray head.

There is a separate toilet for privacy.

The laundry is fully equipped with a washing machine, dryer and wash trough all-inclusive of your stay.

All linen and towels are supplied for your convenience and extra can be supplied on request.

The outdoor rockpool shower is an absolute treat for the senses to rinse off after a swim at one of the many beaches. It has both hot and cold-water cascading from a large over-head fixture hidden in the trees.

Exploring the garden you will also find a secluded BBQ/campfire area hidden away in the pine trees ideal for a campout or to toast a marshmallow or two with the kids.

The property is pet friendly however we appreciate you clearning up after your pets and respecting the neighbours who are both full time residents

Guests have private access to the existing house. There is a storage shed that is unavailable to guests. The house has a side extension that is currently undergoing renovation and will in the future offer two extra bedrooms, a second bathroom, living area and deck. Guests have full access to the outdoor areas, parking spaces and driveways. Guests will have access to wood for the inside heater and sticks for the fire pot and pizza oven.
Guest key access is through a lock-box system and the code will be sms messaged through to the guest prior to arrival.

The property has ample off-street parking and space for boats and trailers.

Only minutes from the towns of Orford and Triabunna. The Eastcoaster Resort is at your door-step with a 3 minute walk to the Spring Bay Restaurant and the resort facilities.

Known as the gateway to the East Coast adventure awaits your stay.

- The Maria Island ferry leaves Triabunna each day for multiple trips across Mercury Passage to discover the convict ruins and the stunning wildlife in the National Park.
- For beach loves the choices are endless, Raspins Beach, Millingtons Beach, Shelly Beach, Spring Beach, Stapletons and Rheban Beach are all within minutes.
-To explore Swansea, Bicheno, Coles Bay and the Freycinet Peninsula are an easy drive.
-Sample some of the best Tasmanian wines and whiskeys offered throughout the East Coast.
-Enjoy fresh seafood from the Spring Bay Marina or venture out on the water to catch your own.
- For your needs the Orford and Triabunna IGA's are well stocked and friendly locals are always ready to serve you.
- The local hotels, The Blue Waters, Spring Bay and Tandara are great places for a meal and a cold drink.
-The Orford golf course is a 3 minute drive and the Orford bowls club has come and try nights.
-Fishing is a popular pastime either off the beach, jetties or feel free to bring your own boat.
-The area also has some beautiful coastal walks for all levels and fitness.