Next to the Gorge! Cataract Gorge Retreat 3bedroom

A gorgeous renovated 3-bedroom house that is the closest accommodation to the Cataract Gorge Reserve possible! Perfect for families, couples or get-togethers with friends. Choose from 2 x Queen or twin single rooms with luxury linen. Off-street parking and deck with views of the bushland and reserve carpark. Fully appointed kitchen, espresso machine, heating/aircon, Netflix, washing machine/dryer, off street parking. Walking distance to the CBD, 12km to airport. Free WiFi, 24-hr keypad check-in. The space Cataract Gorge Retreat is the closest house possible to the Cataract Gorge Reserve. The front door is actually closer than some of the carparks for the reserve! We think it is the best location in Launceston and it is a great spot for people watching during the day and wildlife watching at night. There are steps at the front entrance to the property, but there is also access via a ramped path around to the rear door. This newly renovated home has three-bedrooms, one bathroom and a full-sized laundry. It features NBN WiFi. **Please note, there are three listings for this property on Airbnb and this is the three bedroom house. The house can also be booked for 8 guests in a seperate listing that combines with the apartment underneath the house** For sleeping you can choose from one of the two queen rooms or the twin bed room which also houses a full-sized cot. There is also a portacot that you can set up in the main bedroom. We provide luxury linen/bedding and towels to make your stay comfortable. The stylish kitchen is newly installed and features quality appliances as well as an espresso machine with inbuilt conical grinder. We provide ethically sourced and locally roasted coffee beans as well as basic tea and coffee supplies, salt and pepper. The kitchen also features a dishwasher, microwave oven, rice cooker, blender and sandwich press. If you can’t be bothered cooking or barista-ing at home then the Basin Café is a stone’s throw away or The Gorge Restaurant is a short stroll through the reserve. We provide a guest information guide with some tips on where to dine and how to get there. We also have free off-street parking for 1-2 cars. The house faces north and the living area is sun-drenched. You can enjoy lounging on the giant modular leather couch which is perfect for hanging out with friends or family, watching Netflix on the large smart TV, or simply reading a book. If you would like a break from screen time, there are board games and some toys to keep the kids entertained. The front deck is sunny year-round and features outdoor seating with views of the reserve bushland and carpark. This is a great place to people-watch during the day as there is a constant stream of cars and people accessing the reserve. At night the street front is very quiet and the front deck is a great place to watch the wildlife. The peacocks nest next door in the bush as well as native wallabies, paddy melons, spotted quolls and tawny frogmouth owls. The brush-tailed possums often visit the front and back yard at night. There are two reverse cycle air conditioners (or as we call them in Tassie “heat pumps”) on the property that keep it cool in summer and cosy warm in winter. The house is well-insulated and additional heaters are also available for the bedrooms. All you have to do is push a button and decide how warm or cool you would like the space to be. The bathroom (with bath) and separate toilet have been recently renovated and feature a heated towel rail and fluffy white towels. Quality soap, shampoo and conditioner are supplied. The laundry has been updated and features new front load washing machine, clothes dryer, and washing powder is supplied. This is where we keep a high-chair, ironing equipment and some basic cleaning amenities should you require. The downstairs of this house has a large garage which is not available to guests. The one-bedroom apartment under the living area is also an Airbnb. The floors are structural concrete and sound generally does not carry up. There are stairs at the entrance to the property and a lockable door at the top of the stairs for peace of mind if you have young children. The large private fenced back yard (access for the upstairs house only) has been recently landscaped and we have planted it out with bird attracting native plants. We are very excited to watch this space grow and attract even more of the fantastic Tasmanian bird life to this area. Guest access The parking for this house includes space for two cars. There is no turning circle in the driveway so you will need to reverse out. If you have a large vehicle or trailer, you can utilise the free parking on Basin Road or in the Cataract Gorge Reserve carpark ($6 per 24hrs). The free “Tiger bus” stops at the nearby Cataract Gorge Reserve carpark (a few meters away) and is a great way to explore Launceston’s inner city and Inveresk precinct, with the University of Tasmania Stadium (AFL venue) and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery nearby. The city is a twenty-minute walk, either though the beautiful Cataract Gorge, or via the street/footpath (2.2km). Walking into the city is mostly downhill and an easy walk, although returning involves uphill. We recommend hiring a car for sightseeing around Tassie, however if that is not possible, there are ample taxi and Uber services in Launceston, and taxis are based at the nearby Launceston Airport. Vehicle hire companies are available at the airport and in the city. The renowned Gorge Restaurant and Basin Café are a short walk away. The Trevallyn and Kate Reed mountain bike trails are only a 5 to 10-minute drive. The airport is approximately a 12-minute drive. Other things to note We live in a neighbouring property, but generally don’t have any interaction with guests unless we are needed. You will need to be able to contact us through the Airbnb messaging system. If you are a Launceston local, please contact us prior to booking. Please note that parties and events are not permitted at this property. For the cot, we supply a mattress protector and sheet only. There is also a portacot available at the property that you can set up if required. Registration Details DA0138/2021