Summary
Perched above the city and close to the Hospital, this charming white cottage beckons with original details intact.
Its cosy interior features 3 bedrooms – 2 with queen beds and 1 with twin king single beds – perfect for the kids! There is one well appointed bathroom and a lovely open plan kitchen, dining and living area.
Despite its proximity to the CBD, the cottage offers a peaceful retreat, where the past meets the present in perfect harmony.
Space
As you arrive at this delightful urban cottage, its sunlit white weatherboards invite you to step inside. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a central hallway, with 2 bedrooms on the left and right, each furnished with a comfortable queen bed.
Continuing down the hallway, you'll find the 3rd bedroom, perfect for the younger ones with its two king single beds. Further along you will find the bathroom, where a shower over the bath invites relaxation after a day of exploring the city.
Venturing further, you enter the heart of the home—a spacious open area featuring the kitchen, dining and living room. Here, natural light streams through the windows, providing a cosy ambiance. The kitchen features a gas cooktop, essentials and many modern appliances. You'll also find a very convenient combination clothes washer and dryer to keep your clothes fresh.
The dining is nestled around booth seating, beckoning for shared meals and lively conversations. Sink into the sofa in the lounge room and cosy up in front of the Smart TV.
Two small balconies await your enjoyment, offering views of the surroundings and access to the backyard down a flight of stairs and to the onsite parking for two cars, ensuring hassle-free exploration of the nearby CBD.
This cottage offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and peaceful seclusion, perfect for a memorable stay in Launceston.
Guest Access
Guests can access the property at any time via a lockbox. Please note that there are small steps at the entry to the property and a flight of stairs connecting the back door to the off street parking area.
The Neighborhood
Launceston is a beautiful city blending both city and country charms, with heritage streetscapes, a slice of urban wilderness and gourmet food and drink available at every turn. We aren’t just biased, many agree, with Launceston named Australia’s best town to visit in 2022!
Nestled amongst these iconic buildings, you will find many delicious cafés and restaurants, an array of shops and boutiques, a vast range of cocktail bars and pubs and many amenities and recreational spaces.
Launceston has many things to see and do including the vibrant Harvest Market every Saturday morning, the Princess Theatre, hosting local, interstate, and international performances, the Star Theatre for a cosy, cinematic experience, and many pubs and venues that host amazing live, musical talents.
Often referred to as the 'Lygon’ Street of Launceston, you will find some of Launceston’s most popular eateries and amenities on the illustrious Charles Street. George St is also known as ‘Eat Street’ with a range of restaurants, bars, gin houses and cafes to cater for most tastes.
The Cataract Gorge is a spectacular natural formation where you can enjoy long and short walks, fresh water swimming basins, the world's longest single-span chairlift and vibrant peacocks! An additional, unique way to experience this attraction is via the Tamar Cruise vessel, which cruises through the waters that carve between the rocky formations.
The City Park which is known for its beautiful oak tree gardens, playground for the children, a plant-filled conservatory and cheeky snow monkeys. Nearby, you will find Penny Royal World. This attraction provides you and the family with a fabulous day out, with boat rides, rock climbing, rope courses, and more found here. For the adults, Penny Royal also provides a beautiful atmosphere where you can enjoy a wine or coffee.
An additional area to note is the Seaport Precinct. Here you will find some of Launceston’s most beloved restaurants and bars scattered along the edges of the Tamar River. Restaurants to note are Mud Restaurant and Bar, the Levee Food Co. and Spice. Across the bridge you will find the Riverbend Park for all day play entertainment, the Boathouse Café and Silo Hotel.
There are many, many more experiences and places to see. If you are after any specific recommendations, please ask us, we would love to share our knowledge and experiences with you.
Getting Around
To get the most out of your stay, to be able to explore all that Launceston and its surrounds have to offer, a car is recommended. Additionally, there are many alternative options listed below:
METRO BUS SERVICE: Metro bus service provides transportation throughout Launceston and its surrounding suburbs each day. To access timetables, routes, and prices, please visit the Metro Tasmania Website.
FREE TIGER BUS: The bus travels around the city. There are bus stops located nearby outside Princes Square Park and the Launceston General Hospital. It is easy to spot – painted with the black and brown stripes of a Tasmanian Tiger! For timetables and routes, please see the Metro Tasmania Website (Free Tiger Bus).
INTERCITY BUS SERVICE: Tasmania has you covered with a variety of intercity bus services to make your city-to-city travels a breeze. If you're in the North West region, which includes Burnie, Wynyard, Devonport, and more take a peek at the 'MerseyLink' bus service website for their timetables. If you're heading to or from Launceston and the southern spots like Hobart, make sure to swing by the 'Kinetic' website. Please note that 'Kinetic' has you covered for some routes to and from Devonport as well.
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS: You will find purple electric scooters scattered around Launceston. To access these, please download the App ‘Beam’. Please wear the helmet provided and be safe!
BIKE RENTAL: Roll Cycles at 145 Wellington St, Launceston offer bike rentals with options to suit most riders. Whether you are taking a leisurely stroll around town or taking on our world-famous mountain bike trails, Roll Cycles have you covered.
UBER: Uber is a popular form of transport used by many locals and tourists. To use, simply download the ‘Uber’ app on your phone and book a ride to your destination.
TAXI: Local taxi service can be found on the internet.
AIRPORT SHUTTLE: The airport shuttle service can be found on the internet.
Getting around: Copy and paste to all BURNIE properties:
To get the most out of your stay and to be able to explore all that Burnie and its surrounds have to offer, a car is recommended. Additionally, there are many alternative options listed below:
METRO BUS SERVICE: Metro bus service provides transportation throughout Burnie and its surrounding suburbs each day. To access timetables, routes, and prices, please visit the Metro Tasmania Website.
INTERCITY BUS SERVICE: Tasmania has you covered with a variety of intercity bus services to make your city-to-city travels a breeze. If you're in the North West region, which includes Burnie, Wynyard, Devonport, and more take a peek at the 'MerseyLink' bus service website for their timetables. If you're heading to or from Launceston and the southern spots like Hobart, make sure to swing by the 'Kinetic' website. Please note that 'Kinetic' has you covered for some routes to and from Devonport as well.
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS: You will find purple electric scooters scattered around Burnie. To access these, please download the App ‘Beam’. Please wear the helmet provided and be safe!
UBER: Uber is a popular form of transport used by many locals and tourists. To use, simply download the ‘Uber’ app on your phone and book a ride to your destination.
TAXI: Local taxi service can be found on the internet.
Notes
Aside from onsite parking for two cars, there is also street parking out the front of the property, which is free and with a two hour limit.
We have a gardener who will attend this property from time to time. It is unlikely he will attend during your stay, however if he needs to attend the property during your stay, we will notify you.
For further details and house rules, please refer to our house policies.
