Cooinda on the Beach IS Luxury Accommodation in Tasmania
Where designer craftsmanship, natural textures, and ocean views meet on Tasmania’s East Coast.
“Design is not just about making things look beautiful. It’s about making them work beautifully for people.” — Ilse Crawford, Interior Designer, Studioilse
That philosophy sits at the heart of Cooinda on the Beach. The designers made every choice, from a sculptural stool to the feel of a linen sheet. They wanted guests to feel calm, connected, and completely at ease in the space.
What Does ‘Artisan’ Mean?
The word artisan originates from the Italian artigiano, meaning a craftsperson who brings skill, patience, and creativity to every detail.
Artisans create not for mass production but for meaning - pieces that carry the maker’s fingerprint, the texture of the hand that shaped them, and the subtle imperfections that give them life.
As the French designer Jean-Michel Frank once said, “The noble materials speak for themselves; the hand of the craftsman merely reveals their voice.”
At Cooinda, that idea defines every surface and object.
Furniture, fabrics, and finishes aren’t just chosen for how they look but for how they feel. Each piece reflects the quiet luxury of authenticity, proof that true craftsmanship never shouts; it whispers.
Inside Cooinda, guests are surrounded by carefully selected pieces from leading Australian makers and artists, each chosen to bring warmth, texture and story to the space:
Reclaimed Elm Furniture by Barefoot Gypsy: handmade benches and tables inspired by the coast’s natural grain.
Sculptural Seating by Rachel Donath: minimalist stools and chairs that balance form and comfort.
Designer Lounge & Dining Pieces from MCM House: refined yet relaxed, perfect for coastal living.
Raffia & Woven Lighting by Moe & Me and Zephyr Home: soft, organic illumination that moves with the sea breeze.
Artworks & Cultural Pieces from Short St Gallery and Maningrida Arts & Culture: authentic storytelling through Indigenous artistry.
Stonewashed Linen & Bath Amenities by Hale Mercantile Co. and Aesop: understated, sensory luxury.
Bespoke Leather Guest Book by Tamboon Leather Co.: handmade in Victoria, a timeless keepsake for each stay.
Every detail has been chosen not for display but for feeling, to create a sense of calm, connection and quiet indulgence.
When most travellers picture luxury accommodation in Tasmania, they imagine resort check-ins, fine dining, and five-star service.
But real luxury isn’t always about marble foyers or Michelin-star menus; it’s about how a place makes you feel.
At Cooinda on the Beach in Bicheno, luxury lives in the craftsmanship, the textures, and the stories woven through every space.
Here, design isn’t decoration; it’s an experience. From reclaimed timber benches to soft linen bedding and hand-thrown ceramics, each piece has been chosen to slow you down, draw you in, and remind you that simplicity can be the highest form of indulgence.
Beyond Resorts: What “Luxury” Usually Means
Tasmania is home to some extraordinary luxury resorts such as Saffire Freycinet, Pumphouse Point, The Tasman, and MACq 01. They offer five-course degustations, chauffeur service and high-thread-count sheets. But there’s another side to Tasmanian luxury, one that feels less like checking in and more like coming home.
PropertyRegionNumber of Rooms/SuitesStyle of LuxurySaffire FreycinetColes Bay, East Coast20 suitesUltra-luxury resort with full-service spa and restaurant.Pumphouse PointLake St Clair19 roomsConverted hydro station offering wilderness seclusion with dining packages.The Tasman, a Luxury Collection HotelHobart152 roomsFive-star urban heritage hotel within the Parliament Square precinct.MACq 01 HotelHobart Waterfront114 roomsStorytelling hotel themed around Tasmanian identities.Thousand Lakes LodgeCentral Highlands9 roomsRemote alpine lodge in a former Antarctic training facility.Peppers Cradle Mountain LodgeCradle Mountain86 cabins and suitesIconic national-park retreat with spa and fine dining.Cooinda on the BeachBicheno, East Coast1 exclusive private homeEntire oceanfront property with designer interiors and artisan furnishings.
Unlike these multi-room resorts, Cooinda is entirely private, one stay, one space, one story.
Guests aren’t surrounded by other travellers or sharing common areas; every moment, every view, and every piece of furniture belongs solely to the people staying there.
While Tasmania’s best-known resorts impress through scale and service, Cooinda on the Beach impresses through intimacy and intention.
Every item, from Hale Mercantile Co. linen to Short St Gallery artwork, has been chosen as if for a home, not a hotel.
The Cooinda Difference: Design That Feels Like Home by the Sea
Every element inside Cooinda has been intentionally sourced from leading Australian designers, makers and artists. Together, they create a cohesive feeling of modern coastal luxury that is grounded, tactile, and timeless.
Natural Materials That Ground the Space
Barefoot Gypsy’s reclaimed elm benches and bedside tables bring authenticity and texture to the rooms. Each piece is hand-finished, carrying the grain and character of the wood it came from. It’s a design approach that mirrors the natural driftwood and dunes beyond the window.
Design That Breathes
Rachel Donath’s sculptural stools and minimalist chairs balance form and function, simple yet striking. Paired with MCM House couches and sideboards, the interiors feel relaxed but elevated, proving that sophistication doesn’t have to feel staged.
Comfort in Texture and Light
Lighting by Moe & Me and Zephyr Home brings a soft, organic glow to the space. Raffia floor lamps and woven pendants diffuse the evening light, while the natural palette of whites, linen and olive creates a calm rhythm that flows from room to room.
“This stunning house is beautifully styled with all the high-end creature comforts and feel that you would usually expect at a seven-star hotel.
Its private sunny deck faces the ocean where you can see whale spouts from the comfort of your deck chair or dining table.”
— Karen Harmsen, Google Review
Karen’s review captures what every detail in Cooinda’s design aims to achieve: resort-level luxury in a setting that feels effortlessly personal.
Layers of Story and Culture
On the walls, original works from Short St Gallery and a traditional fishing trap from Maningrida Arts & Cultureconnect guests to stories of Country and community. These pieces add emotional depth, the kind of meaning you won’t find in a standard hotel suite.
Tactile Touches That Last
Stone-washed bedding by Hale Mercantile Co. offers a lived-in softness that deepens with every wash. In the bathrooms, Aesop amenities elevate simple rituals, a quiet luxury that smells of botanicals and calm.
Finishing Details That Feel Personal
Even the guest book is an artwork in itself: a handmade leather creation from Tamboon Leather Co., embossed and stitched by hand. It invites guests to leave their words behind, small tangible traces of memory that stay long after checkout.
A Different Kind of Luxury on Tasmania’s East Coast
Cooinda’s location adds another layer of rarity.
Positioned just 200 metres from Bicheno’s cafés and a short walk to the Surf Life Saving Club, it combines coastal seclusion with easy access to Tasmania’s East Coast highlights including Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park, and the East Coast wine route.
From the deck, guests can watch whales breach offshore, penguins return to their burrows at dusk, or enjoy the morning light spilling over the ocean, all without leaving the comfort of their private space.
It’s a luxury no resort lobby can replicate.
Unlike traditional lodges, where experiences are shared with dozens of other guests, Cooinda offers something deeply exclusive.
You’re not one of many; you’re the only one.
The entire house, and everything in it, belongs to your stay alone.
Why Details Matter More Than Stars
Luxury is often measured in stars, but true luxury is measured in feeling.
Cooinda’s strength lies in the way everything, from materials and art to scent and space, works together to create a sense of belonging.
Where big resorts offer service, Cooinda offers sincerity.
Where hotels provide amenities, Cooinda delivers atmosphere.
And where five-star properties deliver predictability, this East Coast haven gives you something rarer: the freedom to slow down and simply be.
Every item on Cooinda’s inventory, from the handcrafted furniture to the artisan linens and locally sourced artworks, contributes to this sense of calm. It’s a reminder that design can elevate emotion, and emotion can elevate a holiday into something unforgettable.
Experience Tasmania’s Most Personal Form of Luxury
At Cooinda on the Beach, luxury isn’t performed; it’s lived.
Wake to the sound of waves, pour coffee into handmade ceramics, and wrap yourself in linen that breathes with the sea breeze.
Wander to the shore, explore Bicheno’s wildlife, or unwind in the private infrared sauna before sunset.
Guests seeking the ultimate indulgence can even book a private chef to come and prepare a bespoke dining experience in the home’s fully equipped kitchen. From Tasmanian seafood feasts to intimate degustations with local wines, every meal becomes part of the Cooinda story — intimate, relaxed, and entirely your own.
This is luxury accommodation in Tasmania reimagined, not defined by opulence but by authenticity.
A space where design, craft and comfort converge to create something truly memorable.