Title: Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101202100/101202093/bab2728e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101202100/101202093/16911c61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101202100/101202093/9b602f23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101202100/101202093/0ea2a796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101202100/101202093/a7282de8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Rustic by the Sea, a holiday retreat in Bicheno, offers an authentic coastal escape. Step inside this enchanting cottage and unwind with comfortable furnishings and a crackling fireplace or sip coffee from the Nespresso pod machine while taking in ocean views from your private deck. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses Rustic by the sea ~ a timeless holiday retreat! Introducing “Rustic by the Sea,” a timeless holiday retreat nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Bicheno. This enchanting getaway, situated right on the waterfront of Denison Beach, invites you to experience the allure of an old timber cottage with the genuine charm and character reminiscent of a classic seaside shack. As you approach Rustic by the Sea, the weathered timber exterior sets the tone for an authentic coastal escape. With its prime location, the cottage offers an uninterrupted connection to the ocean, boasting a direct path to the sandy shores of Denison Beach. Immerse yourself in the soothing symphony of crashing waves and the gentle rustle of coastal breezes’ a melody that accompanies every moment of your stay. Step inside, and you’ll be transported to a bygone era where the warmth of worn wood and the scent of the Sea blend seamlessly. Every corner is infused with a sense of history and authenticity, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere. The living room, adorned with comfortable furnishings and a crackling fireplace, becomes the heart of the home during winter nights. Gather around the hearth, share stories, and bask in the intimate glow as the flames dance against the backdrop of the ocean’s rhythm. Rustic by the Sea boasts three bedrooms, each a private sanctuary with ocean views. Wake up to the sight of the sun casting its golden glow over the water, creating a serene and breathtaking start to your day. With two well-appointed bathrooms, the cottage effortlessly combines nostalgia with modern comfort, ensuring a delightful and convenient stay for you and your guests. For those who savour the art of coffee, the kitchen features a Nespresso pod machine, allowing you to start your mornings with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Sip your favourite blend as you soak in the panoramic views from the comfort of your cottage, or take your cup outside and enjoy the ocean breeze on the private deck. Rustic by the Sea is more than a holiday house; it’s an invitation to relish the simplicity of coastal living. Whether you seek a romantic retreat or a family escape, this old timber cottage promises an authentic experience by the Sea, where time seems to slow down, and the beauty of Denison Beach unfolds at your doorstep. We are delighted to host you and your beloved pet at our pet-friendly property. You are welcome to bring your furry friend, upon request and an extra fee arranged prior to your arrival. Please note that our premises may not be entirely fenced. We kindly ask our guests to be vigilant in looking after their dogs and ensuring they remain within the boundaries of the property. This responsible approach is essential to prevent incidents and maintain a positive relationship within our community. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### 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 Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Property Registration Number 34302261214 ### Property is also known as freycinet-holiday-houses-BIC-HA-RUS ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-41.814304,148.26141&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:h%7Ed%7EFyh%7Cg%5B%3FU%3FU%3FS%40U%40Q%3FU%40U%40S%40UBU%40QBS%40UBUBQBUBSDSBSDQDUBQDQFUDQDQFQFUDQFQFSFMFSHQFQHMFSHMHQHOHOHMJQHOJKHOJMHOLKJOHKJKLOJKLKJKJGLMLKLGLMJGLGLILINGLILELGNELINELELENENELCNENALCNANCLCNANCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBN%40NBNBN%40LBN%40LDNBNDLDNDLDNDLHLDNFLDLHLFNHJHLFLFLLLFJJLHLJJJLJJJJNJJJJJNJJJNJLHJJNHNJPHLHNHNHPFLHRHLFPFPFRHLFRFPDPFTDPFPDPDTDPDPDTBPDRBRDR%40TBPBTBTBR%40P%40TBT%40R%3FT%40T%40P%3FT%40R%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FRAR%3FTAPAT%3FTATCRATAPCTCRCTCPATETCPERCREREPEREREPGREPGRERGPGPINGPGPGPINIPGNIPILINILKPINKNIJKNKLKJKNKJKJKNKJMJKJMJMHKJMFMLMFMHKFOHMHMFMDOHMDMHOBMDODMFODO%40MDO%40MBOBO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCOAMCOAOCMCOAOEMAOEOGMEMEOCMIOEMIMEMGOIMIMGMIKGMMMGMKMKKIKKMKKKMOKKIKKOMKIMKOIOKKIOKQIMIOIMIQIOGQIOGQIQGQGOGQGQESGSGQESEQGSESCQESESCSEQCUCUCQCUASCUAQCUASAUAU%3FUAQAU%3FS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_NZ0PMyLfD7vVHQ4EocDp2e4pUs=) Bicheno, TAS #### What's nearby - East Coast Natureworld - 3 min drive - 3.4 km - Bicheno Penguin Tours - 10 min drive - 10.6 km - Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration - 10 min drive - 11.0 km - Bicheno Blowhole - 11 min drive - 11.3 km - Whalers Lookout - 11 min drive - 11.3 km #### Getting around - Launceston, TAS (LST) - 117 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Farm Shed - ‬8 min drive - ‪Peggy’s - ‬9 min drive - ‪Beachfront Bistro - ‬8 min drive - ‪Food & Brew Bicheno - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses? > As of Sept 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $437.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Douglas-River-Hotels-Rustic-By-The-Sea-A-Timeless-Holiday-Retreat.h101202093.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses located? > Nestled on the beach, this Douglas River apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Denison Beach and Denison Rivulet Conservation Area. Waubs Beach and Redbill Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rustic by the sea - Freycinet Holiday Houses Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan K. Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach House and Beach Our stay was fantastic, Very comfortable and bed was amazing. The house is in an amazing position if you enjoy a romantic walk on the beach. Felt like it was our personal beach. Fantastic views from just outside the bark door. Only thing that was wrong was they wanted to charge extra for any extra people that might stay, we also had to purchase our own dishwashing detergent because the bottle was empty. ##### Nathan K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATRICK S. Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views Such a beautiful area to stay in. The views from the house were amazing with the ocean on one side and mountains on the other. Listening to the waves at night was so soothing. The beach was pristine and we caught several fish from directly in front of the house. The house was clean and comfortable with all the amenities we required. Bicheno is just a short drive with beautiful restaurants and cafes and I would highly recommend visiting the wildlife park. We would definitely stay there again. ##### PATRICK S. Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Allen R. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Well set up. Wonderfully located. Comfortable. Cold. Fortunately we had great weather and could sit outside where it was warmer. If only the original designers had thought about solar access it would have been perfect. We would visit again but probably in the warmer months with a lower risk of cold weather. ##### Allen R. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jane L. Feb 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely clean accommodation steps from the beach, comfy beds and great showers. Needs a little TLC inside and out but overall we had no real issues other than tuning in the tv for local stations. The beach was wonderful and the dogs got thoroughly spoilt with beach walks. Mum was a little out of her comfort zone but enjoyed her stay. Great having 2 bathrooms and all the space you need. ##### Jane L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Margaret M. May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### RUSTIC by The Sea We had 3 nights in late May at this property. Its situated in the dunes by the sea. Amazing position. Morning and afternoon walks along the beach and just out the back door. BUT.... it was so COLD! There were no electric blankets on the beds and the 2 ceramic heaters were totally inadequate because of the high ceilings. The temperature when we stayed there was 1\_2 degrees at night. Only the main bathroom had a strip heater nothing in the ensuite. The house was very draughty. There was a wood heater which heated the loungeroom but the damper didnt work and the fire burned out by 11pm. I slept in full thermals and socks under pjs with doona and all three spare blankets on top and i still neary froze at night! ##### Margaret M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024