[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34618500/34618433/2357a3ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34618500/34618433/78d83686.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34618500/34618433/9ee83f62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34618500/34618433/dc354a49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34618500/34618433/cdf609ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views Olive's Cottage has been in continuous operation since 2004, welcoming guests from all over the world for over 14 years. Olive's has an airy, welcoming feel amidst all the mod cons for the discerning traveller and food and wine lover, like a coffee pod machine and fast WiFi. On the eastern side of the Tamar River, 15 minutes north of Launceston, it is an ideal rural base to explore the wine route and the northern region of Tasmania. The cottage has a combined lounge, kitchen and dining room, leading to extensive decking. There are two bedrooms and a main bathroom. The roomy main bedroom has its own ensuite and a quiet sitting area, both with an idyllic outlook over the lawns and river. The fully landscaped gardens include sweeping lawns leading to mesmerising views over the Tamar and to the vineyards beyond. As sole occupants of the property, you can relax and unwind unencumbered by others. Windermere is on a beautiful section of the Tamar and in easy access of Launceston, historic towns, mountains, beaches, berry farms and orchards. The rate includes ground coffee and coffee pods, tea and milk and other next-day breakfast starter provisions, and a complimentary bottle of Tamar Valley wine. Olive's Cottage is an accredited tourist business under the Tourism Australia ATAP program and Quality Assured Tasmania. Two bedrooms. Two bathrooms, including ensuite in main bedroom. One king size bed. One queen size bed. All linen provided. Maximum occupancy is four persons. We do not take children under 12 years of age (but requests accepted). No pets accepted. No single night bookings. Four two night bookings we charge a cleaning fee of $250 as the changeover costs are very high, It is more economical to book for three nights or more when there is no cleaning charge. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### 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 - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114435700/114435682/29244a76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simply Stunning Holiday Views! 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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 BA0883/2003 ### Property is also known as Olive's Cottage: Superb Views Of The Tamar River Cottage Olive's Cottage: Superb Views Of The Tamar River Windermere ## About the area Located in Windermere, this cottage is on the waterfront. Launceston Tramway Museum and City Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Harvest Market and Brisbane Street Mall. Tassie Tiger Mini Golf and Penny Royal Adventures are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere.dx6348943) [View more Cottages in Windermere](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Cottages.d6348943-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-41.31649%2C147.03043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WTVu-UZD9r_-v9RI_n_Fee328wM=) Windermere, TAS ### What's nearby - University of Tasmania Stadium - 15 min drive - 20.4 km - City Park - 16 min drive - 21.1 km - Brisbane Street Mall - 16 min drive - 21.1 km - Cataract Gorge - 19 min drive - 23.0 km - Tamar Island Wetlands Centre - 26 min drive - 30.2 km ### Getting around - East Tamar Junction Station - 24 min drive - Launceston, TAS (LST) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cabin - ‬31 min drive - ‪Tamar Valley Wine Centre - ‬31 min drive - ‪Shakers Takeaway - ‬30 min drive - ‪Exeter Hotel - ‬31 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬27 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Olive's Cottage and Gardens - Mesmerising Views located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Dismal Range Conservation Area and within 12 mi (20 km) of Bouchers Creek Conservation Area and University of Tasmania Stadium. University of Tasmania - Inveresk and Launceston Tramway Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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