This A-frame house overlooks an Australian valley
Suivez Planète Déco sur Google — ajoutez-nous à vos favoris pour retrouver nos articles déco dans votre fil d'actualitésPerched above the Huon Valley in Tasmania, this off-grid A-frame house combines raw wood with an outdoor bathtub facing the hills
Light floods through this A-frame house from floor to roofline. Perched on the hills above Woodstock, Tasmania, it opens its floor-to-ceiling windows onto the Huon Valley. Here, the decor features raw wood, a touch of pastel color, and a large outdoor bath facing the hills. Head to southern Australia to visit Skyfarm Retreat, a place that’s truly worth the detour.
Skyfarm Retreat stands on hundreds of hectares of bushland and farmland. The cabin operates off the grid, powered by solar panels installed on the roof slope. The charred wood on the facade evokes the Japanese technique of shou sugi ban. Many contemporary wooden homes now use this process to protect the wood without paint.
Two long diagonal beams support the roof structure, forming a triangle. A circular firewood shed is attached to the facade. Inside, a hallway leads to the bathroom, the bedroom, and then the kitchen, which opens onto the living room. The architects carefully planned every square meter for this compact design. Double-pane windows retain heat in winter and keep the interior cool in summer, a real asset in a region where nights can sometimes be cold.
Inside, wood dominates throughout, from the solid wood floors to the exposed ceiling beams. Large picture windows let morning light stream all the way to the back of the room. A wood-burning stove warms the living room on cool fall evenings. The dark leather sofa, covered with woven cushions and a raw linen throw, invites you to settle in and take in the view. A cowhide rug adds warmth, placed in front of the stove. In the kitchen, a mint-green Smeg refrigerator contrasts with the white cabinets and black heart-shaped handles.
The chrome faucets, reminiscent of an English farmhouse kitchen, add a more classic touch to the overall look. The bathroom takes a more traditional approach, with veined white subway tiles and a freestanding ceramic sink. An antique solid-wood dresser with an English-style look stands in the bedroom. Light-wood screens separate this room from the rest of the space without ever blocking the light.
The wooden terrace stretches out along the length of the living room’s glass facade. Two Adirondack chairs face each other around a Corten steel fire pit, set on a bed of light-colored gravel. A stack of firewood, piled right next to it, fuels evenings spent around the fire. Little further away, a black metal picnic table is perfect for outdoor meals as the sun sets. A barbecue rounds out the terrace’s amenities.
But it’s the bathtub that catches everyone’s eye. Freestanding, oval, and white, it occupies the corner of the terrace and faces the valley to take in the view. In the morning, mist drifts over the lake, visible in the distance from the bathtub. In the evening, the stars take the place of the landscape, and the valley disappears into the darkness.
The decor at Skyfarm Retreat works well. The light wood of the floor and the dark wood of the beams create a warm contrast. Its mint-green Smeg appliance adds a playful, vintage touch. The woven linen cushions and jute throws add a bohemian flair to the living room.
We also love the decision to leave the windows bare, letting the view take center stage. The cowhide rug and light-wood screens evoke the Scandinavian style, which is very common in homes of this type. Skyfarm Retreat is an A-frame house with understated decor, focused on raw materials and the natural light that floods the entire room.
Huon Valley spans approximately 5,500 square kilometers south of Hobart. The Huon River winds through the hills and flows into the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, a favorite spot for local anglers and boaters. The area’s temperate climate and clean air have drawn many producers to agritourism over the past decade. Orchards, vineyards, and oyster farms now dot the valleys around Huonville. From Skyfarm’s terrace, the view takes in the forests, golden meadows, and the lake below.
The Huon Valley owes its name to Jean-Michel Huon de Kermadec, an 18th-century French naval officer. He accompanied Bruny d’Entrecasteaux’s expedition, sent in 1792 to search for the explorer La Pérouse, who had disappeared at sea. The two ships spent a long time exploring the southern coast of Tasmania and mapped the region with precision. No French colony was ever established in this part of the world, but the French names remain etched on the maps. The D’Entrecasteaux Channel, right next to the valley, also bears the mark of this expedition.
This A-frame house in Australia is available for rent through Airbnb
An off-grid cabin perched on the heights of Woodstock
Skyfarm Retreat stands on hundreds of hectares of bushland and farmland. The cabin operates off the grid, powered by solar panels installed on the roof slope. The charred wood on the facade evokes the Japanese technique of shou sugi ban. Many contemporary wooden homes now use this process to protect the wood without paint.
Two long diagonal beams support the roof structure, forming a triangle. A circular firewood shed is attached to the facade. Inside, a hallway leads to the bathroom, the bedroom, and then the kitchen, which opens onto the living room. The architects carefully planned every square meter for this compact design. Double-pane windows retain heat in winter and keep the interior cool in summer, a real asset in a region where nights can sometimes be cold.
A bright interior, blending raw wood with pops of color
Inside, wood dominates throughout, from the solid wood floors to the exposed ceiling beams. Large picture windows let morning light stream all the way to the back of the room. A wood-burning stove warms the living room on cool fall evenings. The dark leather sofa, covered with woven cushions and a raw linen throw, invites you to settle in and take in the view. A cowhide rug adds warmth, placed in front of the stove. In the kitchen, a mint-green Smeg refrigerator contrasts with the white cabinets and black heart-shaped handles.
The chrome faucets, reminiscent of an English farmhouse kitchen, add a more classic touch to the overall look. The bathroom takes a more traditional approach, with veined white subway tiles and a freestanding ceramic sink. An antique solid-wood dresser with an English-style look stands in the bedroom. Light-wood screens separate this room from the rest of the space without ever blocking the light.
The outdoor bathtub, the undisputed star of the terrace
The wooden terrace stretches out along the length of the living room’s glass facade. Two Adirondack chairs face each other around a Corten steel fire pit, set on a bed of light-colored gravel. A stack of firewood, piled right next to it, fuels evenings spent around the fire. Little further away, a black metal picnic table is perfect for outdoor meals as the sun sets. A barbecue rounds out the terrace’s amenities.
But it’s the bathtub that catches everyone’s eye. Freestanding, oval, and white, it occupies the corner of the terrace and faces the valley to take in the view. In the morning, mist drifts over the lake, visible in the distance from the bathtub. In the evening, the stars take the place of the landscape, and the valley disappears into the darkness.
Our take on the decor choices
The decor at Skyfarm Retreat works well. The light wood of the floor and the dark wood of the beams create a warm contrast. Its mint-green Smeg appliance adds a playful, vintage touch. The woven linen cushions and jute throws add a bohemian flair to the living room.
We also love the decision to leave the windows bare, letting the view take center stage. The cowhide rug and light-wood screens evoke the Scandinavian style, which is very common in homes of this type. Skyfarm Retreat is an A-frame house with understated decor, focused on raw materials and the natural light that floods the entire room.
Huon Valley, an apple orchard by the river
Huon Valley spans approximately 5,500 square kilometers south of Hobart. The Huon River winds through the hills and flows into the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, a favorite spot for local anglers and boaters. The area’s temperate climate and clean air have drawn many producers to agritourism over the past decade. Orchards, vineyards, and oyster farms now dot the valleys around Huonville. From Skyfarm’s terrace, the view takes in the forests, golden meadows, and the lake below.
A valley named by a French sailor
The Huon Valley owes its name to Jean-Michel Huon de Kermadec, an 18th-century French naval officer. He accompanied Bruny d’Entrecasteaux’s expedition, sent in 1792 to search for the explorer La Pérouse, who had disappeared at sea. The two ships spent a long time exploring the southern coast of Tasmania and mapped the region with precision. No French colony was ever established in this part of the world, but the French names remain etched on the maps. The D’Entrecasteaux Channel, right next to the valley, also bears the mark of this expedition.
This A-frame house in Australia is available for rent through Airbnb
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