Known as Australia’s deepest lake and framed by dramatic mountain scenery, is Lake St Clair, one of Tasmania’s most enchanting wilderness experiences. Here, you can explore giant myrtle forests, trek through the lake’s fjord-like surrounds, or simply relax by an open fireplace and sample delicious Tasmanian fare before retiring for some shut eye. Opened in 2015, the strikingly modern, art-deco style accommodation options include the Pumphouse, perched at the end of the lake’s 250 metre long jetty, the Lakehouse on the lake’s edge, or The Retreat, a luxury, all-inclusive experience.

Located on the edge of the spectacular World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, this superb escape showcases the best Cradle Mountain has to offer with warm hospitality, sensational local food and wine, indulgent spa treatments, breath-taking scenery and magnificent surrounding wilderness. Just two hours’ drive from Launceston, the Lodge offers four different styles of accommodation from the contemporary Pencil Pine Cabins to the luxurious King Billy Suites. A perfect haven to escape, rejuvenate and explore.

A secluded paradise set on a sprawling 230-acre property, Piermont Retreat offers luxurious eco-sustainable cottages bordering two private beaches. Just five minutes’ drive from Swansea in the heart of Tasmania’s historic east coast, the retreat is a great base for exploring the famous Freycinet National Park. Get your heart pumping with free use of kayaks, mountain bikes, a swimming pool and a tennis court. The fine-dining restaurant offers classic modern Australian fare using locally sourced ingredients.

Set amongst 130 acres of woodlands, Thalia Haven offers rustic stone-cottage accommodation looking out over the crystal-blue waters of Oyster Bay. Eco-cottages in their true sense, the property’s water, electricity and warmth are drawn sustainably from the land, breeze and sunshine. Don’t miss the breathtaking outdoor bathtub, perfect for a morning soak with a book and a cup of coffee before exploring the five-kilometre long private beach.

For spectacular coast, a carnival of wildlife (including Australia’s only white wallabies), and a burgeoning food scene stay on Bruny Island in the four-star cottages of Tasmania’s leading birder, biologist Dr Tonia Cochran. Nestled in the tall eucalypt forest on a 600-hectare private reserve at the foot of the South Bruny Ranges, guests have the choice between the three-bedroom Inala cottage, or the one bedroom spa unit, Nairana cottage.