Tasmania, an island best known for it’s population of the popular cartoon character, the Tasmanian Devil, is also one of the top places for a romantic and magical journey in Australia. The landscape is filled with both Glaciers and volcanoes, rainforests and farmland. If you’re looking for the perfect combination of food, relaxation, and nature, Saffire Freycinet goes above and beyond your expectations. What I love about the hotel is that everything has a local connection; they get their wine from the vineyard over the hill, the seafood freshly caught in the bay, and the produce from a farm down the road.
The rooms are modern yet cozy, with ceiling-to-floor windows, and incredible views. I prefer the Signature Suites because they come with a private deck lounge perfect for breakfast in the morning or a sunset cocktail. If you’re looking for an experience more intimate, opt for the Private Pavilions, they come with their own private kitchen and you’ll never have to leave the room because the chef comes to you! The concierge will tailor your stay for every occasion, and they have even gone as far to write out “Happy Anniversary” in the gravel outside of a guest’s room for their silver anniversary.
Head chef at Palate, the hotel’s culinary masterpiece, Hugh Whitehouse believes that, “…showcasing the best of the season allows us to offer a more balanced and textured dining experience.” The multi-course degustation menus change nightly to offer you a wide variety of eats and adventures. The food is superb and the wine list is extensive- you couldn’t ask for more.
Saffire Freycinet offers a wide variety of complimentary journeys to spice up your stay. From meet-and-greets with Tasmanian Devils to Oyster shucking and sparkling wine tasting (while standing in 4-feet of water int he bay no less), to Pelican Bay canoeing and guided mountain walks, the nature-lover in you (no matter how small) will be surprised at how much fun you have. For the ultimate luxury experience, charter a boat and explore Tasmania’s coastline, with frequent stops to explore deserted beaches and picnic along the cliffs.
Photographs courtesy of the property.