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The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with in-room kitchens

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
On the beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Swansea Tasmania, TAS
  • Place, Bark Mill Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Glamorgan War Memorial
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Point
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Swansea

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Swansea vacation home, you'll find Nine Mile Beach and Kelvedon Beach. Jubilee Beach and Bark Mill Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bark Mill Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Glamorgan War Memorial - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Heritage Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • East Coast Heritage Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waterloo Point - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alimento - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Homestead Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dalila’s Patisserie - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Cray - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront

The Hideaway is a unique, secluded beachfront property sitting on a rocky bluff in the historic township of Swansea on the magnificent east coast of Tasmania. Hear the waves lapping on the beach below. Be mesmerized by the 180° view over Oyster Bay, Freycinet Peninsula and Schouten Island. Feel the sea breeze. Walk directly onto the sand where you have 9 miles of beach ready to explore. Relax, catch up, enjoy.

Adventure awaits

Swansea is ideally situated to become your base for exploring the Tasmanian East Coast. It is less than 2 hours to both Launceston and Hobart. It is 45 minutes drive to Freycinet National Park or to the ferry to Maria Island National Park. Swansea is well known for boating, kayaking and fishing. Nearby there are opportunities for bushwalking, mountain biking, surfing and scuba diving.


Spectacular Food and Wine

Swansea has an impressive array of cafes and restaurants. Within easy walking distance (via the beach) are Artifact Gallery & Café, Saltshaker Restaurant & Café and Oyster Bay Seafoods. Piermont Restaurant is a multi award winning venue 5 minutes south of Swansea. The Barkmill Tarvern is a wonderful family restaurant and boasts a bakery and museum.
The East Coast is a premium growing region for cool climate wines with Milton, Springvale, Gala and Freycinet Vineyard cellar doors nearby.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hideaway Swansea Absolute Beachfront House

168079

Hiaway Swansea Absolute front

The Hideaway at Swansea Absolute Beachfront

The Hideaway at Swansea - Absolute Beachfront Swansea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront to the airport?

This vacation home is 75.2 mi (98-min drive) away from the Hobart International Airport (HBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront to downtown Swansea?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Swansea.

The Hideaway at Swansea - absolute beachfront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hideaway was a fantastic place. Totally private, fantastic location, relaxing and peaceful. Great host. Everything went to plan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming email and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Swansea is a very pleasant place to stay, plenty of options for food. A wonderful patisserie called Dalillas serves cakes and pastries to die for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful quiet spot! Lots of space to relax and take in the incredible view. The Hideaway is clean and well maintained with everything provided for the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can I say! The ocean views from this house are amazing. I loved waking up to the view of the sea below me. We enjoyed the fireplace and playing scrabble and walking on the beach below. Swansea was a nice town to explore and it was a good location to go to both Maria Island and Freycinet national park. I highly recommend a stay in this amazing spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It has the most amazing view,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Great views

Enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome for a quiet getaway with everything you need to be self-contained. Also a great cafe/pub within walking distance or 2 min drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Great stay

Great property. Lovely views and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous view of Great Oyster Bay from living room and master bedroom. Amazing to wake up to. The house was cosy, clean and great for 2 couples. The fireplace with wood supplied was very much appreciated. Steep walk down to the beach but worth it to do a spot of fishing and walk amongst the rocks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui C.

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

Swansea Stay

Amazing view and so peaceful Had a great swim Place was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Damien B.

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

Great location close to the beach

Beautiful quiet sheltered spot by the sea listening to the ocean with great views and morning sunrise. Fireplace keeps you warm on cold nights. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi N.

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

Great location and house

The house has character and an amazing location. The views are spectacular. It's a short walk/drive into the main street of town with cafes, restaurants, grocery store etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

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

Prime location

Amazing location. We enjoyed our couple of nights here, not possible to sleep in, so much light in this house but, the views were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Beach Shack Vibes

Would love to stay longer, idealic beach house. Comfortable, clean. We enjoyed our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narelle S.

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

Short stay with extended family after completing Three Capes Track

Perfect place for a relaxing stay after completing Three Capes Track. We loved the location and views over the water, the private access to the beach, the set up of the house and views from all areas. Thanks for a wonderful place to enjoy and share with our NZ family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brett b.

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

Best view in Swansea

Comfortable house with amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharelle R.

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

Beach Shack

Loved the place, especially the fire & the view! Well equipped place, we were sad to leave. Thank u 😀
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

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

Amazing Location

The property is a wonderful experience! It is quietly secluded and spotless throughout with magnificent views. There is a path to the beach where the surrounding scenery is just beautiful. If you want to relax, unwind this is the place to visit. We loved e everything about The Hideaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beatrice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The property is falsely advertised as "beachfront". It is NOT beachfront. It is high above a rocky shore which can only be accessed via a precipitously steep steep earthen path. You cannot swim there.The host did not respond when we told him that the toaster was broken.Hand basins so tiny you could barely clean your teeth, let alone wash your face.3rd bedroom so small that even with the double bed up against the wall, there was no room for a bedside table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

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

Cheerful Oceanfront Getaway

Great place to stay, and reasonably priced. All comfortable amenities and spectacular views were as advertised. Very warm and cozy inside, as we watched the ocean crash on the shore outside - on some cold October nights! Easy access to all East and South East coast attractions. Anyone interested in visiting the Freycinet coast should consider this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

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

Lovely and relaxing

Lovely property, very clean with fantastic views over Oyster Bay from most of the rooms. Walking distance to town. Open fire was cosy (we visited in June) backed up up by the split system that provided enough warmth. Entry is a bit difficult to find as google sends you around the corner & as others have noted not a property for those with major mobility issues due to steps/steep driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Amazing!

Loved our stay. Simply stunning views and the house has all that you need. Looked like a new kitchen and two new bathrooms. The ocean view is so glorious I could stay there forever! Shops are close by and really nice meals at the local tavern. Hope to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riki T.

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

Exactly as listed

Beautiful location with house situated right above the ocean, certainly a highlight of our travels around Tasmania.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Great Beach side location

The Hideaway was just that ! A lovely cottage hidden away from other properties with lovely beach views of a secluded Sandy beach. A great location for exploring Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay. The cottage was more than comfortable for our group of 4 adults. Everything was clean and tidy. I would definitely stay again if we were visiting the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023