Cosy Riverside Escape with River Views

Summary

Welcome to your perfect riverside retreat! This charming 1-bedroom home offers stunning views of the Tamar River, with an inviting indoor electric fireplace for cosy nights in. Relax in the spacious upstairs lounge or enjoy a meal in the modern open-plan kitchen and dining area. Whether you're exploring the nearby attractions or curling up with a book, this peaceful hideaway is designed for comfort. Free street parking is available right outside, making it a convenient choice for your stay. Professionally managed by Moxxi Property.

Space

This lovely 1-bedroom property is perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking a relaxing escape. The open-plan kitchen and dining area provides the ideal setting for home-cooked meals, while the upstairs lounge offers sweeping views of the river. Curl up in one of the cosy chairs and enjoy your favourite shows on the smart TV or unwind by the electric fireplace after a day of exploration. The bedroom is a peaceful haven with fresh linens, and the modern bathroom features stylish finishes and a spacious shower. Free street parking is available right outside the property, adding to the ease and convenience of your stay.

Guest Access

Guests can access the property after 3pm via a secure lockbox.

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!

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

Please note that this property is conjoined to the owners residence. Please be mindful not to park in the main driveway as this is for them.

For further details and house rules, please refer to our house policies.