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Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Falmouth, TAS
  • Place, Scamander Conservation Area
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Lagoon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay of Fires
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature

Above the Waves is a truly unique, tranquil and relaxing Tasmanian East Coast retreat set up with the comforts of home. With untouched and picturesque views of the ocean, you can nearly touch the waves, couples with the sound of breaking waves, it really is the most idyllic ocean retreat for a single or couple. It is a place to relax, reflect, and reconnect with the sea and nature. I feel fortunate to live in this special place and I look forward this private retreat with other like-minded people. Falmouth is the first coastal settlement on the East Coast and is now a small village with a beautiful lagoon, surf beach and coastal walking track to enjoy.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please no parties, be respectful of neighbors and the space and the environment.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Falmouth

Located in Falmouth, this cottage is on the beach. Bike Trip Vallekilen-Tovdal and Scamander River Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Scamander Conservation Area and St Patricks Head State Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Falmouth, TAS

What's nearby

  • Scamander Conservation Area - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henderson Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St Helens Point - 38 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Bay of Fires - 40 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 42 min drive - 59.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mouth Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪pelican bills restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wise and Tilly - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Suwan Thai Restaurent - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ironhouse Brewery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Above the Waves - unparalleled connection to the sea and nature located?

Nestled on the beach, this Falmouth cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Scamander Conservation Area and Henderson Lagoon. Steels Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DIANE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful piece of paradise

Wonderful location and views. Listening to the waves of the ocean as you fall asleep just perfect. The road the property is on is in two parts and we didn't realize that, but Liz was great and explained we needed to use google maps and use the house number as we only put the road in. We will be back as it was truly just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Amazing location a perfect spot for relaxi ng.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

coastal special

We had a relaxing, peaceful, very private and comfortable stay.Everything we needed was provided.The ambience was special and the view out over the sea rolling in was mesmerising.Weather was wild and wet but did not detract from our stay.Close to coastal towns and other beaches for day trips.Was concerned about composting toilet however it was excellent, well maintained and no odour at all.A great place for a short break.Thank you Liz.Tess Way
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special place

A beautiful spot away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean retreat

Lovely comfortable cottage where the view and sound of the sea were the stars of the show.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cam W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A bit of a shame …but beautiful location

The septic toilet was a surprise and I feel should have been mentioned in the property listing. This probably wouldn’t have mattered so much if there were not so many little flies around the place. I’m not sure if they were present because of the toilet. A fly swat was provided on the table and 2 cans of fly sprays were provided in the cupboard. A little more cleaning and a little carton of milk would have been nice. Location was absolutely perfect and checking in emails and communication regarding checking in was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michalene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

The property was perfect for our needs. The view was spectacular. We had a storm for most of the day but still enjoyed watching the ocean from the windows. The property was very clean with lots of homey touches which made our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brendan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

I will be returning 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tassie Road Trip

Just perfect. Time to switch off from the world
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above the waves

What a lovely cottage to relax by the ocean. Very peaceful space, nice comfy bed, nicely furnished and love the vintage stove! Uninterrupted views of the ocean, you couldn't ask for better. Easy walk along the path to access the beach, or you can clamber over the rocks. Will definitely stay again. Dog friendly is a bonus. Thank you, Elizabeth for letting your abode. Regards J n W n H
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bess M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beachside cabin

Beautiful location with a tidy cabin to view it from, thank you Liz for giving us the opportunity to stay in such a place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hideaway

The ocean is the star here. The cottage is neat, clean, well appointed. Didn’t know about the composting toilet but we managed it. Overall this accomodation was a highlight of our Tasmanian holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above the Waves

Amazing location for a quiet stay above the ocean. Inspiration place for writers, artists and photographers and or a beautiful retreat and location for some needed rest and watching the waves, ocean therapy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

Excellent host and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily P., Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of paradise

A beautiful location that is really a hidden gem on the coast. Loved the laid back simplicity of the shack - for solitude and relaxation you couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above the Waves

What a special place!! Loved the simplicity and the "shack" atmosphere! Thanks Liz
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Trudy K.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Johnstone

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I am a mother and a grandmother, sister, daughter, partner and friend of the planet. I am an environmental activist and am passionate for the protection of our wild places on this very special Island lutrwita/Tasmania. I am a friend of nature and am fortunate to live on precious acre on the sea in a quintessential East coast beach house. I want to be able to share my home and cottage with likeminded people in this beautiful blue world

Why they chose this property

With untouched and picturesque views of the ocean, you can nearly touch the waves, couples with the sound of breaking waves, it really is the most idyllic ocean retreat for a single or couple. It is a place to relax, reflect, and reconnect with the sea and nature.

What makes this property unique

Above the Waves is a place where you can nearly touch the waves and you are surrounded by coastal bush.
Falmouth is the first coastal settlement on the East Coast and is now a small village with a beautiful lagoon, surf beach and coastal walking track to enjoy.

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