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After sailing the world, there’s a reason Kohutt founder Nick Jaffe chose Tasmania as the place to put down roots about a decade ago.
‘I grew up in rural Victoria, spending my childhood camping and cross-country skiing. In my 20s, I discovered a love of the sea, surfing and sailing,’ Nick says.
‘By my mid-30s, I’d sailed across the Atlantic, Pacific and other remote regions, and dreamt of settling by the ocean. I love raw, real places. Tasmania is both of those things, so it was only logical I’d end up here.’
He ended up channelling his love of the outdoors, travelling, and camping into his brand Kohutt, which produces locally made canvas, oilskin and wool field gear with durability in mind.
Having now lived in Tassie for over a decade, it’s no surprise Nick has a particular appreciation for the west coast, describing it as ‘Tasmania in its most elemental form’.
‘Thousands of miles of windswept ocean finally meet on this small island — the collision point of a wild sea and a wild land,’ he adds.
For anyone who shares in his adventurous spirit, Nick says this rugged destination belongs at the very top of your bucket list. See 10 of his favourite spots to explore across Strahan, Queenstown, and the surrounds below!
Captain’s Rest
Even if you might not have heard of Strahan, a humble fishing village about a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Launceston, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of an accommodation there: Captain’s Rest.
This tranquil heritage cottage is a world-famous getaway, run by designer and author Sarah Andrews, who created the escape as a retreat for those seeking solace by the sea. And it’s a perfect base for exploring the region.
‘I have a special connection with Captain’s Rest, being a close friend of Sarah,’ Nick says. ‘We connected many years ago over a shared interest in ocean voyaging. I’ve watched Sarah create this otherworldly space from literally nothing and be rewarded for her efforts, creativity, grit, and style in creating arguably the most iconic stay in Tasmania.’
