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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Orford, TAS
  • Orford Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Shelley Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Solis Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Orford

On waterfront.Your stay at this Orford vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Orford Beach and Millingtons Beach Conservation Area. Also, Raspins Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Shelley Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Orford Beach - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Raspins Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shelley Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Solis Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Maria Island Ferry - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fish Van - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Scorchers by the River Pizza Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Colonial Tea House and Gift Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Eastcoaster Tasmania - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Moorings - escape

'The Moorings' is a beautiful fully renovated 1930's cottage located on the picturesque Prosser River.

Fully fenced safe large backyard ideal for children's play and outdoor entertaining.

The three bedrooms comprise 2 queen beds and one tri bunk, sleeps 7 comfortably.

Spacious sunny open plan living with reverse cycle heat pump and wood fire.
Fully equipped modern kitchen with Nespresso coffee machine, microwave and dishwasher.

Children's toys and highchair (on request).

Adult, children's and toddler bikes, beach toys, golf clubs & 2 kayaks.

Enjoy a short stroll to Millington's Beach and the local children's park or a short drive to beautiful Spring Beach.
The Thumbs walk is close by or take the Convict trail which follows the Prosser River.

Located on the Esplanade and only minutes to the local café, wood fired pizza, well stocked IGA and newsagency.

Leisurely 10 minute walk to Blue Waters for a counter meal and a 10 minute drive to the fish punt at Triabunna for fresh fish and chips.
The Eastcoaster is located between Orford and Triabunna and serves meals daily.

Triabunna also has a butcher, chemist, IGA, hotel and is where the ferry departs daily to beautiful Maria Island.

No camper vans, camp trailers or tents with unauthorised guests permitted.
This will result in an immediate cancellation of booking.

Property manager

Jane ADAMS

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number DA 2016/00049

Property is also known as

The Moorings - Getaway Orford
The Moorings - Getaway Private vacation home
The Moorings - Getaway Private vacation home Orford
189958

Frequently asked questions

How close is Moorings - escape to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.3 mi (92-min drive) away from the Hobart International Airport (HBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Moorings - escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Moorings - escape to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Orford Beach and 11-minute walk from Raspins Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Moorings - escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Moorings - escape?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Moorings - escape?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Moorings - escape?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Moorings - escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Moorings - escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Moorings - escape to downtown Orford?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Orford.

Moorings - escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

moira p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Orford getaway

We had a beautiful relaxing stay , great location and clean modern , comfortable home .So close to shops , walks , beaches. Great outdoor area , to sit and unwind, and listen to the birds .We thoroughly enjoyed our stay , thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini getaway

Moorings was the perfect spot for our family getaway. Beautiful outlook and perfectly located for beach walks and swims, bike rides to distillerys and relaxing evenings. Our second time staying, will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scotty G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Great location beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply Perfect!

Moorings Escape was perfect for us! Perfect location and perfect set up, everything you could think of has been included in this holiday home. The cute little rabbit residents and bird life was an added enjoyment. Due to additional family joining us on our Tassie Trip, standard accommodation wasn't going to fit everyone and meant we'd be split up. If you're looking for family accommodation that includes everything you need in a home away from home within easy reach of Maria Island and East Coast beaches, Moorings Escape is that place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Orford

Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

moira p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

We had such a relaxing, peaceful time away.The views of river and then peaceful undercover area , listening to the birds in nearby gums.Beds super comfortable , kitchen amazing and all was very clean.We look forward to returning.Thanks Jane for a amazing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and comfortable

Excellent quiet location overlooking the water. The beds were very comfortable. A fully equipped property within a short walking distance to cafe, supermarket and Pub. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Beautiful house.everything you need and more
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing,comfortable,everything we needed

Beautiful,clean and comfortable.Close to everything.Comfy beds,beautiful linen and well stocked kitchen to cook anything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Moorings

Conveniently located, great views. Beautifully renovated. The inclusion of a clothes dryer and an extra blanket for every bed would be most useful. Loved the fireplace and the layout of the kitchen. Many activities provided eg: kayaks, bikes, cricket bats and board games.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynden D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Introducing Orford

Fantastic. I wish I could have stayed longer. Comfortable, convenient and what a view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Orford

Great location. Very clean and well presented.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Michael S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Michael

Oven and toaster not clean no air dryer no broom outside area full of leaves heater in bathroom not working floors from bedrooms very uneven not good enough for the price
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sandra p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

The Moorings is absolutley beautiful.Everything you would need was there.Kitchen was well equipped and a joy to cook in.Beds were very comfortable,good bed linen.The location was great,close to supermarket,cafes and the beach.Will definatley be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm O.

Liked: Cleanliness

The moorings, Orford

One of the best appointed & well stocked holiday homes we’ve ever stayed in. Everything a family could want….games, bikes, boogie boards. Perfect location for some very much needed down time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia M.

Perfect family home

We loved the home. It was so spacious, well presented and packed full of everything we needed and more. The location was excellent, close to the beach, parks and shops. We'll be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M., Blackwall, Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness

How's the serenity?

The house felt like a home. It was spacious, well appointed and comfortable. Though just 2 friends having quiet time out, the house would also suit an active, outdoorsy family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic home and location

We loved staying in this property, very homely and clean. Excellent location and very comfortable for our family of 4. My only suggestion for an improvement might be some fly screens :) Loved every minute of our stay and will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxed by the River

The property was great. It had everything we needed (and more). We enjoyed a paddle in the kayaks on the river just over the road, and it was easy to relax in the lovely house. Great facilities for cooking. Our 18 month old grandson enjoyed the toys and watching the rabbits. Overall, an idyllic holiday location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow! Just Wow...

10/10 Could not fault this property! Location could not have been better. Property stunning with everything you need, plus more. Huge yard. So close to everything. Perfect accommodation in a perfect location. Cannot recommend more highly. Host was amazing too. Well done Jane! Spectacular in every way. Thank you. We will be back. Kylie and Pat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property with everything you need.

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely well equipped property. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay

Excellent property, everything there we needed, nice area, clean, tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Surprise

Having not visited Orford since a child I wasn’t sure what to expect. We all loved it and didn’t want to leave. The property was so clean, sunny and warm . Perfect location to the river, beach, cafe and supermarket. Everything supplied that we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Highly recommend Orford and ‘The Moorings’.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional getaway. Quiet, clean, very comfortable and close to all services.

Will definitely be back for longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022