Summary
Welcome to "Homely Hideaway" – your perfect home away from home! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, it's the ideal place for groups or families.
Inside, you'll discover well-equipped spaces and delightful touches. From the well-appointed kitchen and laundry facilities to the cosy living area complete with a smart TV, there's so much to enjoy during your stay.
You'll be tucked away in the Riverside suburb, where you'll have easy access to a plethora of amenities and recreational spaces.
Space
Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed by the convenience of off-street parking. While this space is shared with the apartment below, rest assured there's ample room for everyone. Need additional parking during your stay? No problem! There's plenty of free street parking available.
Head up to the front door and step inside. The home is split between two half-levels, with just a few steps between them.
On the top level, you'll find three beautifully adorned bedrooms. Two feature cosy queen beds, while the third bedroom features two snug single beds. Each room contains plenty of storage options for your belongings and is complete with crisp-clean bedding.
On this floor, you'll discover a refreshing bathroom complete with a walk-in shower, toilet and vanity. Nearby is the laundry, equipped with a washing machine, dryer and all the laundry essentials you should need. Plus, there's a separate toilet for added convenience.
Step downstairs, where all the fun happens! Kick back in the cosy living room with its comfy seating, smart TV and handy study desk. Gather around the delightful six-seater dining table in the dining room for mealtime laughs and good company. And don't forget the kitchen – it's stocked with all the modern appliances, essentials and all the cookware you need to whip up something delicious!
Guest Access
Guests have access to their self-contained apartment at any time via a coded door lock.
The Neighborhood
Riverside is a unique and peaceful suburb, sitting on the hillside west of Launceston. A self-contained suburb, Riverside offers a large shopping complex including a well-equipped Woolworths, gift shop, a pharmacy, a bakery and more. Nearby you will find the Tailrace Centre, Kids Paradise and a recreation area located alongside the Tamar River.
Riverside is the gateway to the Tamar wine region. Some places to note include Swinging Gate, Velo wines, Moores Hill Estate, Tamar Ridge, Stoney Rise, Rosevears and the ever-so-popular Timbre restaurant.
There are several walking tracks found within Riverside and its surrounds including the Tamar Island Wetlands nature reserve, the Notley Fern Gorge and the Tailrace Park. Within these tracks you’ll be treated to a variety of different landscapes and tracks, an abundance of native flora and flora species and historical landmarks. Enjoy some of the most beautiful urban wilderness, right on your doorstep. Such tracks include the North Esk Riverside walk, Notley Fern Gorge and the Tamar Island Wetlands nature preserve.
The Tasmanian Zoo is located in Riverside, which exhibits over 100 different rare, native and exotic species of animals. Watch the Tasmanian Devil at feeding time, interact with a wombat, hold a slippery snake or play with the active meerkats!
Only 10 minutes from the city, it’s an easy drive to town. Launceston City has a wonderful variety of shops, cafes, eateries and bars, as well as the City Park which is known for its beautiful oak tree gardens, playground for the children, a plant-filled conservatory and cheeky snow monkeys.
Whilst in the CBD, make sure to visit the Cataract Gorge. 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.
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.
Notes
Your accommodation is located above another accommodation apartment. Please note that you will be sharing the driveway with guests in the apartment below; however, your apartment is private and entirely yours to enjoy.
Please note there are exterior cameras placed on the outside of the house/property. This video footage is not shared and is recorded for security purposes only.
Your accommodation is situated next to a school, so you may experience some noise during school hours. Just a friendly heads-up!
For further details and house rules, please refer to our house policies.
