[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient Vacation home in Launceston with a fitness center ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375800/82375786/b34c4dfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375800/82375786/4643a851.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375800/82375786/c744236e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375800/82375786/279b153d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375800/82375786/3d0a8631.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming cottage in South Launceston, where beautiful furnishings and comfy queen beds await. Step into the lounge room with its oversized couch and seamlessly transition to outdoor living via the paved patio. This renovated home features a modern bathroom, fully appointed kitchen, BBQ area, under cover parking in a carport for total privacy. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Gym - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient Summary This gorgeous little cottage is tucked away on a quiet street only a few minutes from the Hospital and CBD Situated in South Launceston, an area characterised by cute cottages, this is no exception. The cottage is designed with beautiful furnishings with a special focus on the 'little things'. The queen beds are comfy and the lounge room has the most wonderful oversized couch! Step seamlessly from indoor to outdoor living via the doors from the lounge, which lead out onto the paved patio. Space A flat property with no stairs this home offers all the things you could possibly want in a short stay accommodation. During your stay you will have access to the whole property. The home is renovated to include a modern bathroom and fully appointed kitchen, it also boasts two bedrooms, a living area, a small back deck and a large front paved area to enjoy entertaining or just having a beverage in the sun. The bathroom is off the kitchen through the laundry and also opens up into bedroom one via a barn door. There is a slight gap in this door due to the barndoor style. The property is fully fenced and has under cover parking in a carport, which is a huge bonus for this area! It also means you can enjoy the BBQ area at the front of the property in total privacy. We love to host children as well. You will find necessary items including a portacot, highchair and even some toys for the little one! With heating available in the bedrooms and the lounge the house is warm in winter and the aircon and fans keep the house cool in summer. There is also both a washer and a dryer for your convenience. Guest Access The guests access via a lockbox. The Neighborhood South Launceston is a lovely and diverse suburb, known for its mining cottages built in the early 1900's. Being the first suburb South of the city, South Launceston is only a short walk or drive into Launceston’s city centre. With this hard-to-beat location, South Launceston provides you with access to many eateries, retail shops, amenities and Launceston’s city centre with ease. Whilst exploring the suburb, we recommend stopping in to Guerrilla drive-through coffee to start your day. Wellington Street runs through the suburbs centre, with popular restaurants, take-aways, hairdressers, beauty salons and boutiques branching off either side. You'll be spoilt for choice for food and drink options, with many food vans serving up delicious goodies each day. Nearby, you will find the Door of Hope facility housing Launceston's most popular gym, a café, a childcare centre, conference facilities and a church. Coronation park, containing a sporting oval and small playground, is located in South Launceston. Other local parks include Princes Square, full of historical fountains, and the City Park which is known for its beautiful oak tree gardens, playground for the children, a plant-filled conservatory and cheeky snow monkeys. Wander down to Launceston’s city centre, where you will find yourself surrounded by many of Launceston's most iconic historical buildings. You will find many tasty cafés and restaurants, an array of shops and boutiques and a vast range of cocktail bars and pubs. South Launceston provides you with easy access to the Launceston General Hospital, and Charles Street, where you are sure to find many eateries and bars. Other restaurants and bars of note include The Black Cow Bistro, Cataract on Paterson, Café Mondello, Novaro's and Cinco Passione's, who serve up arguably the most tasteful cocktails in the city. 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, a play area, BBQ’s 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 Please note that there are renovations happening at the property next door until the 31st October. We have a gardener who will attend this property from time to time. It is unlikely that he will attend during your stay, however if he needs to attend the property during your stay, we will notify you. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Gym ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109330000/109329300/109329211/62ac28b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Basin Cottage - Closest Home to The Gorge West Launceston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=109329211&PinnedHotelID=109329211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111610000/111607300/111607286/c9bfffbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carinya Charming Newstead home Newstead - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=111607286&PinnedHotelID=111607286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98506300/98506264/ddc06134.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Getaway On Garfield South Launceston - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=98506264&PinnedHotelID=98506264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109190000/109187300/109187293/cf2a3055.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cable’s Landing, heritage home near the Gorge Trevallyn - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=109187293&PinnedHotelID=109187293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82380000/82375900/82375845/9f63b087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute as A Button Cottage in Charming Evandale Evandale - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=82375845&PinnedHotelID=82375845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88520000/88513300/88513248/e26ab670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage on King. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number DA0130/2022 ### Property is also known as moxxi-property-WALTER-9-SOUTH-LAUNCESTON ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.45532%2C147.14693&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K1Kw-U1LEwId7jMEYoAYYCERyno=) South Launceston, Tasmania #### What's nearby - Brisbane Street Mall - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Princess Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - City Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Cataract Gorge - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - University of Tasmania Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.8 km #### Getting around - East Tamar Junction Station - 10 min drive - Launceston, TAS (LST) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Mood Foods - ‬2 min drive - ‪Kōsaten 交差点 - ‬18 min walk - ‪Sushi Plus - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walter Cottage: As Cosy as it is Convenient located? > Located in South Launceston, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Launceston General Hospital, Calvary St Vincent's Hospital, and Princes Square. Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre and Launceston College are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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