Bluestone Bay

Freycinet National Park Camping Ground offers basic powered and un-powered campsites near Coles Bay. Some sites are available all year and some are only available over summer and Easter. Only the main campsite at Richardsons Beach has powered sites. Due to the high demand for campsites, a ballot system operates from the 18th December until the 10th February and for Easter each year and is decided by a ballot system drawn in early August. Applications should be received by Freycinet National Park by the 31st of July and must be made by letter/fax/email. Successful applicants will be notified by mail. Ballot entry forms can be downloaded at: www.parks.tas.gov.au/camping In addition to camping fees, campers are required to have a valid Tasmanian National Parks Pass. Shops and other facilities are located at Coles Bay, a ten-minute walk away. Bushwalks to Wineglass Bay and the Freycinet Peninsula commence from the car park four kilometres away. Availability of drinking water can vary throughout the year, check this prior to your arrival. The Freycinet Visitor Centre is at the entrance to the Park and is open daily from 0900 to 1600 and staff will assist you with your enquiries.

Forest Edge is situated in a tranquil location with the best of both worlds, spectacular views of the Hazards Mountains and Honeymoon Bay from the expansive front deck and most rooms, with a rear deck facing the native eucalypt forest adjoining the Freycinet National Park. Forest Edge has a large open-plan living area incorporating dining and lounge facilities and a modern kitchen with quality appliances. Floor to ceiling windows open onto the front deck making the most of the stunning vista, and a heat pump keeps it cosy throughout the year. There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms over two levels that can sleep up to eight people (two queen size beds, a double bed and a single bunk bed and single bed). The house is suitable for couples or families and there are games and books for adults and children to enjoy.

The house is new and architecturally designed. It has feature rammed earth walls and a large open plan dining, lounge and modern style kitchen with quality appliances. A large deck provides uninterrupted views of beautiful Richardson’s beach and the dramatic Hazards Mountains. The protected courtyard is a perfect location for barbeques and washing off the sand from a day at the beach. The house has reverse cycle air conditioning for your comfort. ‘The Loft’ also features a beautiful wood fire for cosy winter getaways (the fireplace can be used from May to September only). The upstairs master bedroom has its own reverse cycle air conditioner with breathtaking views of the bay and Hazards. This boutique-style accommodation has a versatile layout that provides the comfort and convenience for couples or families to have their own separate space but ample room to come together to appreciate the beautiful views and special features of this comfortable but stylish home.