[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge Vacation home in Launceston with patio and fireplace ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102540000/102531300/102531298/8bf97403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102540000/102531300/102531298/92eaa567.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102540000/102531300/102531298/00c474f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102540000/102531300/102531298/d7c1ce02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102540000/102531300/102531298/dbeebabc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near Cataract Gorge, Thrower Cottage is a charming hideaway offering comfort and convenience. Explore the beauty of the Gorge and Launceston CBD with ease while enjoying a spacious living area, patio, well-equipped kitchen, smart TV for movie nights and 6-seater outdoor setting. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge Summary Welcome to Thrower Cottage, your cosy hideaway just a stone's throw away from the Cataract Gorge. Nestled in the quiet suburb of West Launceston, this property is all about comfort and convenience. Explore the beauty of the Gorge and the Launceston CBD with ease while enjoying a homely space. The home spans over 3 levels, offering 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious living areas, a patio and so much more! It's the perfect place to relax with loved ones, while exploring the best of Launceston. Space Welcome to Thrower Cottage, your delightful home nestled amidst a touch of urban wilderness. Perfectly located, you're just a leisurely stroll away from the iconic Cataract Gorge and a mere 5-minute drive to the heart of the city. Parking? We've got you covered with off-street or free on-street options. Step inside to find well-lit, stylish spaces filled with natural light. The dining area features a 10-seater table, complete with a high chair for our littlest guests. Journey on to the well-equipped kitchen, where you'll find all your culinary essentials, contemporary appliances and oodles of bench space. The spacious living room invites you to sink into a comfy couch, enjoy a movie night on the smart TV, or sizzle up a BBQ in the sunshine on the 6-seater outdoor setting gracing the adjoining patio. The main bathroom-laundry combo offers a dual shower-bath and a European laundry equipped with a washing machine and dryer. Take the staircase from the living room to access the lower level, where two bedrooms await, each featuring comfy queen beds. Need an extra bed? No problem – there's a single pull-out trundle bed tucked away in the downstairs cupboard. Make your way up the stairs from the middle-floor hallway to discover three more bedrooms, including two queen rooms and a dual single. The master queen comes with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite – a touch of convenience and luxury. Thrower Cottage is not just a house; it's a place for creating everlasting memories with loved ones while exploring the vibrant city of Launceston and it's offerings. Guest Access Guests have access to the entire home which is accessed via a lockbox. The Neighborhood The stunning suburb of West Launceston is extremely special and unique, combining residential elements with the best of Tasmania’s beautiful wilderness. Burrowed in the rolling hills are the original, federation style homes, many of which have been sympathetically renovated, carefully integrating modern touches, whilst maintaining their original designs and charm. The suburb's lovely location overlooks the Launceston Valley, boasting spectacular city views from all angles. Whether you are enjoying the warm, morning sun, or the beautiful starry skies and city lights, West Launceston provides the perfect space for you to relax and experience the best that Launceston has to offer. There is an IGA supermarket found within West Launceston to cater to all your grocery needs, along with the delicious Cuccina Cafe, providing beautiful breakfast and lunch options to you throughout your stay. The Cataract Gorge is found right at your doorstep. Here you will find 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. The Gorge Restaurant serves lunch and dinner in an intimate dining setting. Choose to dine inside next to the fireplace, or sit amongst the fresh Tasmanian wilderness and wildlife in the alfresco dining area. Whilst visiting, we would recommend visiting the Duck Reach Power Station, Australia’s first publicly-owned hydro-electric power station. West Launceston is walking distance to Launceston’s city centre, although it is quite the hill. Within the city, you will have access to many tasty cafés and restaurants, an array of shops and boutiques and a vast range of cocktail bars and pubs. There are many local parks dotted throughout the city including 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. 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 IMPORTANT: There is currently construction underway at the house next door. As a result, there may be some construction noise during business hours throughout the week. Please note that the 7th bed is a pull-out single trundle bed. The house is child friendly; however, please note that the property spans over three levels and there are no baby gates for the stairs. The driveway accommodates 1-2 vehicles; however, please note that it is quite steep. If you're not comfortable parking here, there is free on-street parking outside the property. 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. Please refer to the house policies for additional information and house rules. Please note there are exterior cameras placed on the outside of the house/property. These are located at the front of the house, the sides and patio area. This video footage is not shared and is recorded for security purposes only. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### 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) - 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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 DA0442/2023 ### Property is also known as moxxi-property-THROWER-8-WEST-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-41.44576%2C147.12625&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MGYqN0LxaKy29PwbOM5hvR0cun4=) West Launceston, Tasmania #### What's nearby - Cataract Gorge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Penny Royal Adventures - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Brisbane Street Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - City Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - University of Tasmania Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km #### Getting around - East Tamar Junction Station - 11 min drive - Launceston, TAS (LST) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mood Foods - ‬17 min walk - ‪Thai Express - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Plough Inn - ‬17 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk - ‪Billabong Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge located? > Located in West Launceston, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Cataract Gorge Reserve and Cataract Gorge. Penny Royal Adventures and Launceston College are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuko O. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We stayed with a group. Clean, comfortable beds, everything was there. Max was very attentive and welcoming to us.We would stay there again. ##### Yuko O. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tania V. Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walking distance to Cataract Gorge; clean, spacious and comfortable. Handy location and good facilities. Max was very thorough with check-in communication and welcoming. Dishwasher wasn’t working but not a huge issue. We were a group of 9 (extended family) so there was great spaces to socialise and also get some ‘space’. Mum has MS so she did struggle with the internal staircase, but we knew that may be the case. Beds really comfy and impressed by the laundry amenities and complimentary liquids or powder. Shower on mid level could spray on floor easily with small screen but if angled more towards tiled wall wasn’t and issue.Overall, clean and comfortable abode. ##### Tania V. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne W. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a family getaway Fantastic property for a group/family. Had everything we needed. Comfy beds, wonderful kitchen set up.Plenty of extra heating in this home which is needed due to the location. ##### Joanne W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ROHAN E. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### ROHAN E. 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