There are some resorts that have the perfect marriage of beauty, design and location, and Saffire Freycinet is one of the finest examples. This intimate property is located on the east coast of Tasmania, about two hours’ drive from Launceston and a touch more from Hobart. When you get there time truly stands still, and any stress from the everyday life melts away, leaving in its place an inner harmony and peace.

The Saffire experience begins with service that is second to none, unbelievable views over the bay and mountains and accommodation that is blissfully elegant. The property reflects the Freycinet peninsula – the pink granite of the Hazards mountains, the turquoise waters, pristine white sand beaches and the green of the bush – a perfect integration of the outside beauty with inside comforts.

There are only 20 villas, comprising of Luxury Suites, Signature Suites and Private Pavilions. The suites offer a combined bedroom/living area, large marble bathroom with heated floors and mesmerising panoramas from all windows. The Pavilions are a little more spacious and feature a separate bedroom and living room as well as a full kitchen.

The food here has guests running out of superlatives, with Chef Hugh Whitehouse treating guests to his inspiring ‘farm to plate’ cuisine. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all divine creations and are included in the room rate. The wine list is equally impressive featuring over 40 complimentary labels and another 200 premium wines for guests to chose from.

Activities at Saffire range from guided walks to spectacular Wine Glass Bay, to wine and dine adventures, visits to an oyster farm, kayaking or fishing. Or you can just relax and take in the beauty of your surrounds, read a book in your suite or sip on a hot chocolate by the fireplace in the lounge.

No visit to Saffire is complete without a treatment in The Spa, with all guests receiving a spa credit to spend. The therapists are all first class, so don’t miss out – book your treatments before you go.