Shell middens found along the coast of the Freycinet Peninsula provide evidence that Tasmanian Aboriginal people have been present in the area for up to 35,000 years.

Since the colonial era, the land around Mount Paul has been home to many commercial enterprises. There were early attempts to develop a coal mine, but the company involved in the project was declared bankrupt before starting work; farmers have used the area for both sheep grazing and cattle farming; and the logging operations that took place from the 1950s onwards saw more than 90% of the trees on the site felled.

What you see at Freycinet Resort today are carefully cultivated new-growth forests which provide a welcome haven for the area’s wildlife. Since 2012, the land has been used for eco-tourism. Formerly known as Freycinet Retreat, the accommodation came under new management and was renamed Freycinet Resort in 2019.

Now protected as Land for Wildlife, our 1200-acre resort contains low-impact accommodation and a number of beautiful private walking tracks. We are excited and proud to become a part of the Freycinet Resort’s unique heritage, and we look forward to welcoming new and returning guests over the coming months / years.

With the Freycinet National Park right on our doorstep, an abundance of wineries, specialist food producers and outdoor activities are all within a short drive. Just across the road from the resort, you’ll find Freycinet Marine Farm, where the delicious fresh oysters and farm tours have made it one of the most visited spots in the area.

Drive ten minutes further down the road, and you’ll reach Coles Bay. As well as being home to the Freycinet National Park visitor centre, this is where you’ll find a popular, family-friendly beach and a number of small shops and cafes. The larger towns of Swansea and Bicheno are less than an hour’s drive away, and offer further options for stocking up on groceries and petrol.

For guests who want to take full advantage of the area’s unique natural environment, there are countless activities to enjoy: bushwalking and rock climbing; swimming, surfing, sea kayaking, and diving; cycling, quad biking and 4×4 adventures; nature cruises, birdwatching, and penguin and dolphin tours; scenic flights and helicopter tours; and even golf, ocean and river fishing are all within easy reach.

If you’re keen to enjoy your holiday at a more relaxed pace, consider visiting some of the award-winning wineries in the area, many of which offer tastings, light menus, and cellar door sales. The East Coast’s mild climate also makes it a perfect environment for quality food production. Delicious cheeses, local olive oil, fresh seafood, and tasty summer berries are just some of the products you’ll find in the region.

We’re confident that whatever your interests are, you’ll find something to suit you in the Freycinet area. Our friendly staff will be happy to make recommendations and answer any questions you have.

We acknowledge the Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the traditional owners and ongoing custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to their Elders past, present and emerging.