Located in the heart of Orford, this beach house offers a warm welcome with a big wrap-around verandah to spend lazy afternoons. The fully fenced yard is perfect for backyard cricket and only a short stroll from East Shelly Beach. Enjoy self-catering with the well-equipped kitchen, or explore nearby pubs and restaurants.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach
Summary: If you are looking for a family friendly getaway close to the beach in Orford, then look no further. Sleeping up to six guests across three bedrooms, the house is all on one level with a big wrap-around verandah to spend lazy afternoons watching the kids play backyard cricket from. East Shelly Beach, with its pristine white sands, is an easy 5 minute stroll away. Pack the car and enjoy a few nights or even a couple of weeks during the school holidays from this convenient home.
The Space: Positioned all on one level with a wrap-around verandah, you'll feel right at home here. A simple shack with all the comforts of home in a fantastic location, only metres from pristine East Shelly Beach. Spring Beach is only a 5 minute drive.
Three bedrooms are furnished with a queen bed and two doubles, suitable for a group of couples, singles or a family.
The kitchen has been set up for self-catering - grab your supplies from the Orford IGA or venture a little further up the coast to nearby Triabunna where you will find another supermarket and the local butcher. Hill Street Grocer do deliveries to Orford on certain days if you are organised enough to order in advance. There are also various pubs and establishments to grab a meal at if you would prefer not to cook.
The house is fully fenced with a great yard for backyard cricket and is located only a short stroll from the jetty where you can easily launch your boat or throw a line in and try your luck for some flathead or squid.
Guest Access: The house is made available to guests to enjoy in private.
The Neighborhood: Orford is a popular seaside town at the beginning of Tasmania's Great Eastern Drive and there are a number of vineyards to visit on Tasmania's East Coast.
There is plenty of swimming, surfing and seaside lounging to be done. You’ll find many picturesque swimming beaches in the local area; Raspins, Millingtons, Spring and Rheban are all clean, white, long and beautiful beaches you won't regret visiting.
Maria Island is a natural wildlife sanctuary with historic ruins, sweeping bays, dramatic cliffs and plenty of stories to tell. Located off Tasmania's east coast and accessible only by ferry from Triabunna a short 10 min drive away, Maria Island contains the most intact example of a convict probation station in Australia
The house is located in an internal block offering a quite stay and access to the beach is only 200m away.
Getting Around: There is beach access only a short 200m walk away and the centre of Orford is a 15 min stroll along the water-edge trail. Otherwise it is recommended to have a car to access beaches further away and all the Great Eastern Drive has to offer. Hobart and it's attractions are a 60 min drive away.
Interaction with Guests: I will not be available in person, however I do have a management team in place to assist guests with any questions or issues the may have.
Please note that when booking and paying by card, a small fee will appear on your statement as a “ReslyPay” charge. This fee is set by the booking platform and is not controlled by us. Thank you for your understanding.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
9 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
If additional cleaning is required above and beyond what the guest has paid for at the time of booking, this extra cost will be passed on to the gu...
Please note if extra beds are used outside what is required for your group an extra guest fee will be requested for your stay.
In the event of a lockout which due to the loss or misplacement of the primary key or user error, this fee will be your responsibility to pay.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
9 total pets
Note from host: Charge may apply
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
About the area
Orford is home to this holiday home. Orford Golf Club and Solis Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millingtons Beach Conservation Area and Raspins Beach Conservation Area. Visit our Orford travel guide
Is Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 9 total).
How much is parking at Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach located?
Situated in Orford, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shelley Beach and Orford Beach. Millingtons Beach Conservation Area and Spring Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Family-friendly shack near East Shelly Beach Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable, clean house in a great location close to the beach. Well set up for self-catering. Fenced yard was great for our dog.
Thank you for having us :)We had a comfortable stay. The towels were lovely, soft and fluffy and beds were comfy. Served our purpose of having a place to unwind after a day of exploring the area. Orford is a beautiful spot and Shelley beach is excellent for swims and kids boogie boarding. We wanted to bring our boy Dizzee the doggo and Tom’s place is pet friendly which is excellent and much appreciated. Cheers from the Rippers.
Rebecca B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
brian william
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
we really enjoyed our stay. the place was really clean and quiet .yard was well fenced. there was everything we needed.
A perfect home in a peaceful location near the beach. A great place to unwind after walks on the beaches nearby. Everything we nedded for a perfect weekend.
Great place to stay, very comfortable and well equiped. Lovely mountain view out the back . Almost perfect for pets. Our schnauzer was able to get under the gate where tyre wheels made a dip. Perhaps add something near gate that could block that possible escape route!