The Cape House

Dover, Tasmania

At A Glance

Escape to a paradise of wilderness and seclusion by traversing into Tasmania’s most exclusive hideaway at The Cape House. A unique and magical experience just over an hour south of Hobart, The Cape House is nestled into the tranquilly of Tasmania’s Huon Valley. This privately gated masterpiece boasts one of only two properties on the entire peninsula allowing a new level of privacy to be explored at your own pace. Better known as the ‘Peninsula Experience’ a turn of the century farmhouse that has been very much renovated into an ultimate luxury, adults only, holiday getaway. Set on a stunning peninsula, five minutes from the fishing village of Dover and at the base of Tasmania’s beautiful Huon valley, this unique luxury accommodation offers an unsurpassed stay with 250 acres of ...

Room Style: Self-contained luxury house

Check In: 14:00

Check Out: 10:00

Closest Airports: Hobart Airport

Nearby Landmarks: Esperance Bay, Dover, Hastings Cave & Thermal Springs

Wifi: Free accessible wifi

Pool: Outdoor hot tub

More Details: Only adults (no one under 12 years old) & helipad available

Location

The surrounding property is what really sets The Cape House apart. Set on roughly 250 acres of private land surrounds you with the magnificent waters of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and Port Esperance Bay. No matter which way you look, there is something magical for the eyes.

The most popular way is by car. From Hobart airport it is about an hour and a half drive. Or taking an exceptionally longer scenic route of the beautiful Esperance Coast Road along Huon River is about 2 hours. Hobart hosts a wide array of both domestic and ...

Luxurious Charm

Offering the highest standard of luxury and privacy, this magnificent turn of the century farmhouse is fully renovated with carefully-designed blend of old-world charm and modern contemporary interiors. It boasts of 3 luxurious bedrooms, each with king sized beds, and two sparkling contemporary bathrooms including one that is en-suite to the master bedroom. The home is well set up for extended stays, offering up a huge lounge and dining areas with a wood burning fire, a fully equipped modern kitchen complete with fully automatic espresso coffee machine and an expansive timber deck with a heated eight-person outdoor Jacuzzi. ...

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Treasured Food And Wine

The Cape House does not have an onsite restaurant however be spoiled with an abundance of local chef options to lovingly prepare your meals using a bounty of local ingredients that can be arranged by request. Among the cleanest waters you can expect some delicious seafood including flathead and oysters. Indulge in some beautifully appointed Tasmanian wines to compliment your meals, known for some of the world’s best cool climate wines including Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and sparkling wines. Each day, gather and enjoy these gourmet meals sourced from the region’s best produce. Enjoy on your ...

A Unique Wilderness Experience

Enjoy the exclusivity of your own 250-acre peninsula, an opportunity to engage and connect with the peninsula’s stunning natural wonders at your pace. Beyond the doorsteps yet still on the property, there are over 8 kilometers of walking tracks that have been prepared for your leisure. Explore forest heartland, wetlands and rock shore platforms. There are a variety of activities on offer. Uncover untouched wilderness at water level on a canoeing, kayaking or fishing adventure or discover nearby Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs. Perhaps take the beauty of the sights from the air on a scenic ...

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Global Good

The spirit of The Cape House is to care for our planet and one another. Their ethics is to provide a sanctuary for the wildlife with the hope you will take this wilderness spirit and share it with the planet. The property has developed the Animal Rehabilitation Centre (ARC) to provide for animals that are not able to survive independently in the bush. The ARC covers approximately 625 square metres and offers a secure sanctuary with regular monitoring and careful feeding to prepare for the ultimate release and independence where possible.

 

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