The Roundhouses

The Roundhouses is self-contained eco accommodation at 215 Sandhill Rd, Cygnet, in Tasmania. The property consists of two round buildings on a small hobby farm, with views along the valley towards Cygnet. The design combines strawbale walls, local timber, lime render, under-slab insulation and double-glazed windows to create homes that stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

Each roundhouse is fully equipped for an independent stay, with a king-sized bed, wooden furniture and soft furnishings. Underfloor heating provides warmth on cooler mornings, while remote-controlled electric blinds allow guests to adjust the light from bed. A small log burner adds another source of warmth during winter evenings.

The Bear roundhouse accommodates couples, families or groups, with a separate bunkroom alongside its large bedroom. It also has a fully equipped kitchen, microwave, dishwasher and espresso machine. A private deck provides a place for outdoor dining, with a barbecue and roll-down weather blinds for added flexibility in changing conditions.

Sustainability is central to the accommodation rather than a minor addition. Natural and locally sourced materials feature throughout the buildings, while the property limits single-use plastics, recycles where possible and composts on site. Cleaning products are supplied through a low-waste system, linens are line dried, and firewood comes from the property's own bushland.

Practical provisions include fresh eggs from free-range organic chickens on the hobby farm, along with local milk and juice. Reused jam jars and other low-waste measures support the property's effort to reduce unnecessary packaging while retaining the comforts expected from a considered rural stay.

The Roundhouses suits couples seeking a quiet base, as well as families and small groups requiring more space. The combination of private outdoor areas, self-catering facilities, valley views and environmentally focused design gives the accommodation a relaxed rural character close to Cygnet.