The Gregan Retreat with private beach

Entire home in Little Swanport, Australia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.79 out of 5 stars.607 reviews
Hosted by Mary
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Comfy bed for better sleep

The room-darkening shades and extra bedding are loved by guests.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
Vineyard views, cosy nights by the fire, and scenic farmland await you at the Gregan Retreat situated on Lisdillon’s historic sheep farm and vineyard.

Settle in for a refreshing weekend away; stroll on the private beaches, try your luck fishing, or sip on a glass or two of our award-winning wine.

It’s the perfect base to explore Tasmania's scenic East Coast, such as Coles Bay and Freycinet National Park (1hr drive) and Maria Island ferry (25 min drive).

Head to @lisdillon_estate for more.

The space
The Gregan Retreat is just that—a weatherboard retreat situated on the historic Lisdillon estate, overlooking the vineyard and river.

Imagine yourself in the mornings, opening the double doors from the bedroom to the spacious deck as you gaze over the native lands and sheep farm.

Once you’ve taken in the surrounding views, stroll for a brief few minutes to the nearby beaches and Lisdillon’s 5km private coastline, take a dip in the ocean and breathe in the fresh air.

This relaxed, cosy haven was named after a dear family friend, Kerry Gregan. Kerry used to love staying here, spending her time painting the landscape. You’ll see her art displayed throughout the house.

Expansive views of the estate
Wherever you look, there’s a different part of the landscape to take in. Sheep grazing, river flowing, or waves hitting the secluded shores.

Deck with double door access
Open the double doors to a large deck overlooking the estate, perfect for lounging on the day bed with a glass of sauvignon blanc in hand.

Bedroom
Make yourself at home in the bedroom featuring views of the Lisdillon estate and a queen bed waiting for you to jump in.

Open-plan dining & living
Choose from a selection of CDs to listen to while you cook or read, snuggled up beside the fire.

Kitchen
Everything you need for your morning coffee and tea, or to cook up a storm with local ingredients you can pick up on a drive to Coles Bay.

Bathroom
Featuring a spacious shower and a range of products available for you to use.

Private beach
Lisdillon Estate is one of the few lucky places in the world that has its very own private beach. Lisdillon's property extends to low tide mark so its boundaries grow bigger and smaller every second! Even though it is private and most of the time there won't be another person in sight you will occasionally come across other guests and people who rent shacks on the farm.

Private river
Take a moment to breathe and unwind on a quick stroll to the nearby river.

**POP UP PICNIC AT LISDILLON
We are also very excited to offer to our guests Pop up picnics Tasmania. Enjoy some beautiful local produce while enjoying everything the coast has to offer!
Please contact us to organise this special experience.

Lisdillon Wine
Taste and/or buy a bottle of Lisdillon's award winning Pinot Noir and Sav Blanc. Order prior to your booking so it is waiting in your cottage when you arrive OR order during your stay and have it delivered to your door in 5 minutes.

A fisherman’s haven
Trot down to the seafront of the Lisdillon Estate or rivulet and enjoy all the aquatic life on offer. We ask that all fish caught in the river and estuary are on a strictly catch and release basis (unless you are going to eat them) in order to preserve the environment of the river and estuary. Please only use lures, not bait hooks.

The sea out the front of our property offers bay flathead, salmon, squid, cod, crayfish, and so much more. In the Lisdillon Rivulet, you’ll also find bream, oysters, brown trout, native galaxia and many other creatures.

Guest access
- Private river with plenty of fish to catch (and release)
- Private beaches (while the 5km coastline is owned by the Lisdillon Estate, you may see a few other guests from time to time)
- If you have a boat you can take it out to sea in front of our property

Other things to note
Heating and fireplace:
There is a fireplace but as we provide a heater too we don't supply firewood. There will be a 20kg bag of wood in the cottage that guests can purchase when they arrive. The wood is supplied by a business run by four little kids.

Water consumption:
We switch between the river and tank water, although both are filtered and safe to drink, some people still prefer to bring their own.

You are welcome to use the kitchen and cooking supplies (we will provide a more detailed list after booking). We advise guests to do their main grocery shopping before they get here as we are located 21km from the nearest town.

Registration Details
Exempt: This listing falls under Section 12 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

River view
Vineyard view
Private beach access
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Little Swanport, Tasmania, Australia
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

Lisdillon is a 6000-acre working sheep farm and vineyard. The estate includes three secluded beaches as well as the reef off the main beach and a rivulet and estuary. Featuring unrivalled views of The Hazzards, Freycinet National Park, and Maria Island.

Back in the day (1830), the land once housed a small but thriving township. The sheep farm,19th-century cottages and sprawling native land are living reminders of Lisdillon’s rich history. Now home to an award-winning vineyard and boutique accommodation, Lisdillon is the perfect balance of past and present Tasmania.

Make the most of the expansive lands by walking, swimming, fishing or bringing your kayaks and exploring the river and coastline.

Or if you fancy a venture beyond the estate, eat at one of the local cafes or restaurants in Swansea, Triabunna or Orford (all within half an hour's drive). The award-winning restaurant Piermont is only a ten-minute drive. Other local adventures include whale watching, bike riding, quad bike touring, and more.

All in all, Lisdillon is the perfect escape for individual travellers, couples, families, or friends. In fact, many of our guests describe Lisdillon as one of the most beautiful places they have seen on their visit to Australia.

Meet your host

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1986 reviews
4.85 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Lives in Little Swanport, Australia

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm