Soak up the spectacular views across to Maria Island and beyond here at "High Place Cottage". On around 55 acres of unspoilt natural beauty and abundant wildlife, you will feel right at home from the moment you enter this gorgeous stone cottage. Whether you are looking for a weekend retreat or a secluded acreage to call your full-time "home", you will love exploring this uniquely peaceful and surprising level, hilltop property away from the chaos of everyday life, less than 1 hours drive from Hobart.
Tucked away on 22.5 hectares of pristine bushland, rich with fauna and flora, "High Place Cottage" is a private haven in Orford that combines natural beauty with warmth, charm and incredible views. From its elevated position, this three-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage overlooks Maria Island, Triabunna Bay, and the Mercury Passage - offering a breath-taking backdrop that changes with the seasons.
The home itself is filled with natural, earthy elements, featuring hand-crafted stone sourced from the property itself, blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Inside, the cosy wood heater creates a welcoming atmosphere, while the floorplan is practical and low-maintenance - ideal for a relaxed lifestyle or as a "lock up and leave" retreat. Two bedrooms on the lower level are both generous in size and have built in robes. Stairs lead to the huge upstairs retreat which frames the unbeatable views. This room could easily be used as another bedroom as it currently is, or alternatively, a fabulous second living space due to its size and sun-drenched aspect and outlook.
Outdoors, you'll find plenty of space to unwind and take in the natural environment. A covered sitting area on the deck makes the perfect spot for a morning coffee, a long lunch, or simply soaking up the all-day sun while enjoying the views. The property also boasts a large dam and is surrounded entirely by bushland, ensuring total privacy and peace apart from the sounds of nature.
With its scale, beauty, and seclusion, "High Place Cottage" offers excellent potential as a boutique Airbnb or holiday rental, giving guests a chance to experience Tasmania's East Coast from their own private sanctuary. Equally, it makes an idyllic permanent residence or weekend escape - where you can truly switch off, recharge, and connect with nature with plenty of space to extend onto this gorgeous cottage, should you wish to do so now or in the distant future.
Opportunities like this are rare: a character-filled cottage on expansive land, with panoramic views and complete privacy - all just a short drive to Orford's beaches, shops, local primary school, golf course and cafes. This is an unique opportunity to live a lifestyle close to nature yet not feel too removed from all the modern conveniences in this popular township of Orford.
