DETAILS

Getting there

Qantas flies daily to Hobart from most capital cities (qantas. com).The drive along theTasman Highway will take roughly two and a half hours. Freycinet Lodge can also be reached from Launceston; the drive takes about two hours.You'll need a pass for each day you intend to stay in the national park ($24 per day; available from reception), which should be clearly displayed in your car at all times.

Staying there

Rates for the Coastal Pavilions star t from $949 per night; freycinetlodge.com.au

Eating there

Book at least one dinner at THE BAY RESTAURANT to experience the seasonal menu of delicious Tasmanian produce. Head to FREYCINET MARINE FARM and snag a spot on the deck to enjoy incredibly fresh seafood; freycinet marinefarm.com. The DEVIL’S CORNER CELLAR DOOR offers up more fresh seafood at the Fishers, and wood-fired pizza and good coffee in Tombolo Cafe; devilscorner.com.au

Playing there

Explore FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK by car or on foot; Richardson and Friendly Beaches are a must, and the walk to CapeTourville Lighthouse offers stunning views and whale watching.Take a morning drive to the pretty seaside town of BICHENO an easy 40 kilometres' drive away. The FARM SHED WINE CENTRE does Tasmanian wine tastings, or you can grab a coffee and sweet treat. Book a 45-minute scenic flight over Wineglass Bay and the Freycinet Peninsula with Freycinet Air ; freycinetair.com