Edge of the Bay

Edge of the Bay is a waterfront place to stay on Coles Bay Road, in the heart of Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula. Set across 27 acres beside Great Oyster Bay, it offers two distinct accommodation styles: self-contained Vintage Chalets tucked among sheoak trees, and Ocean View Studios opening towards the shore. The setting is deliberately quiet and uncrowded, with the Hazards mountains providing a dramatic backdrop across the water.

The property is well placed for experiencing Freycinet National Park and the wider East Coast. Nearby trails, sandy beaches and Wineglass Bay are all part of the surrounding landscape, while the team can help guests plan itineraries and arrange guided local tours. On-site experiences and wellness activities are also available, giving visitors options to slow down at the retreat or spend their days exploring the peninsula, Great Oyster Bay and the region’s food producers. The combination suits couples seeking a peaceful coastal base, solo travellers wanting time in nature, and guests who prefer a stay with both independence and support nearby.

Dining is centred on The Edge Restaurant and The Edge Bar, where panoramic views accompany food and drinks sourced from Tasmania’s East Coast. The restaurant focuses on fresh, locally sourced, seasonal and sustainable ingredients, drawing on both seafood and farm produce rather than presenting a fixed style of cuisine. The bar serves Tasmanian wines, spirits, beers and ciders, along with espresso coffee, tea, soft drinks and cocktails. Guided wine and whisky tastings are available, and gourmet hampers and platters can be pre-ordered for enjoying during a day around Freycinet. The named Granite Gimlet is also linked to a contribution supporting Greening Australia through the Intrepid Foundation.

Edge of the Bay has roots in a family vision from the 1970s: a retreat where people could stay beside the water with uninterrupted views towards the Hazards. Today, its approach combines accommodation, hospitality and a strong emphasis on connection with place. The business identifies as an Intrepid Stay and highlights sustainability, local sourcing, support for nearby growers and makers, and care for Country. Its acknowledgement of the Palawa people and the continuing cultural connection to the land is part of that positioning. With a 4.4 Google rating from 265 reviews, Edge of the Bay offers a considered Freycinet base for travellers who value coastal scenery, local food and a quieter pace.