ECO LODGES: The two purpose built timber lodges are constructed following environmental sustainable design principles and offer a unique experience of comfort in a natural setting. They each feature a king (6ft) bed, a wet-room, a digital LCD TV and DVD with surround sound, plus an ipod dock. They are modern in design with exposed timbers, polished granite work surfaces and wooden floors, and the luxury inside blends with the pure wilderness in which they are set. Free high speed wifi is also available in all for guest rooms.Included in the tariff – continental breakfast provisions.Each lodge can accommodate up to two adults only. Unfortunately, the Lodges are not suitable for occupancy by infants or children (under 18 years).

ECO STUDIOS Opened in November 2015 – the brand new Eco Studios (there are eight in total) have a panoramic view of the Tasman Sea over Saltwater Lagoon on Friendly Beaches. This is a view that no one else on the East Coast of Tasmania can offer. These Studios are the only accommodation in Tasmania to currently boast a 6* energy rating, and they have a contemporary edgy feel to them. They are compact (26sq metres) but are equipped with everything that a couple needs for a short break in Freycinet, including a well-equipped kitchenette with a granite work surface and microwave/grill oven, ensuite shower-room, king/twin beds (please request your preference when booking) and free high speed internet available in your room. They also have underfloor heating in the shower room and a private deck area of 9sq metres with an outside sitting area.Unfortunately, the Studios are not suitable for occupancy by infants or children (under 18 years).

At Freycinet Eco Retreat, orienteering is available for clients, and within the Freycinet area there is a range of activities including bushwalking, sea kayaking, nature cruises, diving, rock climbing, quad biking, penguin and dolphin tours, swimming, surfing, golf, great ocean and river fishing, or simply enjoyment of the wines, the fine foods, and the wildlife.

Energy Use

• small and /or efficient applicances,
• low energy/LED bulbs and solar lights,
• instant gas hot water to avoid heat losses from storage cylinders,
• double glazing and insulation,
• minimising runs of hot water pipe,
• energy sourced from renewables (grid connected photo voltaic system, solar hot water, wind turbine, wet back combustion stove, passive solar design with insulated thermal mass)

Water

• Water Self Sufficiency – roof catchment and storage tanks on all buildings
• low pressure supply pumps
• water saving shower heads
• dual flush toilets, no spas

Design

Building Materials – use of materials from renewable resources (plantation timber)

A botanical survey guided the choice of development sites on the property, and as well as designing to minimise the use of energy and water, environmentally sustainable design (ESD) principles governed the build strategy and the selection of building materials avoiding use of toxic materials and maximising recyclability (no CCA treated timberuse of non off-gassing paints and furnishings, recycled polyester insulation batts, zinc alume roofing steel), avoiding materials with high levels of embodied energy  (minimising the use of steel) and using Tasmanian or Australian products wherever possible