Heritage Shepherd Cottage · Lisdillon · Waterfront

Entire cottage in Little Swanport, Australia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Mary
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 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 black-out blinds and extra bedding are loved by guests.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
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Explore Lisdillon’s coastal farm and gain access to 4km of breathtaking, exclusive beaches.

Birdwatch by the river, dip in the ocean then unwind by the woodfire with a glass of Lisdillon Pinot Noir.

A historic 19th-century, convict built stone cottage with modern comfort. King bed, open-plan living and espresso machine.

The perfect base to explore Tasmania's East Coast - Coles Bay, Freycinet National Park (1hr drive) and Maria Island ferry (25 min drive)

Head to @lisdillon_estate for more

The space
Picture yourself sitting by the woodfire; pinot noir in one hand, book in the other, and sprawling views of the Lisdillon rivulet in front of you. That’s The Shepherd’s Cottage.

Step inside this two-storey, rubble stone cottage built by convicts in the early to mid-1800s. You’ll be greeted with a modern, open-plan kitchen and living room with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the river and beach.

And when the view gets too tempting, you can wander along Lisdillon’s 5km private coastline of three pristine, private beaches with just a few minutes walk.

Master bedroom
Make yourself at home in this spacious room featuring a vaulted ceiling, views of the Lisdillon estate and a king bed waiting for you to jump in.

Open-plan dining & living
Enjoy a selection of board games, books, literature on Lisdillon’s history, while you relax next to the crackling wood fire.

Separate modern 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.

Modern bathroom
Featuring beach views, a spacious shower, and a range of natural 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.

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.

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.


PLEASE NOTE about modifying dates:
We will not accept date modifications if it is within 5 days of your arrival date.

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
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.

You might see a tv in the photos of the property but unfortunately we have issues with the antenna and will require major works in order to fix it. We are unsure when we will be able to fix it so I have removed it from the list of amenities.

Please note: Due to the steep staircase, this house is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.

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

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom
1 king bed

What this place offers

Ocean view
River view
Beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 536 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Little Swanport, Tasmania, Australia
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Neighbourhood 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

Superhost
2019 reviews
4.85 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Lives in Little Swanport, Australia

Mary is a Superhost

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 pm
Checkout before 10:00 am
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Smoke alarm