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Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub.

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Weldborough, TAS
  • Place, Weldborough Pass State Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bay of Fires
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, St Helens Point
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub.

Welcome to Briar Cottage 🧡

Step back in time and unwind in our charming 1890s Highland cottage, just a 5-minute stroll from the iconic Weldborough Pub. Whether you're seeking a romantic retreat for two or a nature-filled adventure with family or friends, this is your perfect base.

Surrounded by world-class hiking trails, mountain biking tracks, birdwatching, fishing spots, golf courses, and even the chance to spot platypus in the wild—or find a sapphire in the nearby Weld River—there’s magic here for every kind of explorer.

After a day of adventure, come home to the crackle of a wood fire, enjoy some board games, and sink into your freshly made, super-cozy bed under the stars.

Nature. Nostalgia. A touch of adventure. All waiting for you in the heart of Tasmania’s wild northeast.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We don't have cot. Please take care near the fire.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 09222
Property # 20062602
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Weldborough

Located in Weldborough, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weldborough Pass State Reserve and Waratah Creek Regional Reserve, while Derby Tin Mine Centre and Derby Schoolhouse Museum are cultural highlights. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Weldborough, TAS

What's nearby

  • Weldborough Pass State Reserve - 1 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Little Blue Lake - 27 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Binalong Bay - 45 min drive - 66.1 km
  • Bay of Fires - 46 min drive - 67.9 km
  • St Helens Point - 53 min drive - 70.2 km

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weldborough Hotel - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to History & Nature! Peaceful & cosy 1890s cottage near MTB trails & pub. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Weldborough Pass State Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Waratah Creek Regional Reserve and Frome Regional Reserve. North George River Conservation Area and Pyengana Dairy Company are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed twice now and it’s just beautiful, a beautiful spot very clean and peaceful highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2026
Good communication, great guests. Always pleasure to host Abby and her family. See you next Easter 🐰
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhys K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, perfect cozy cabin retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alanna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and cosy home to stay, was perfect for our family. Loads of amenities and generous selection of teas and coffee. Thankyou for having us.
4 year old headed straight for the games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weldborough house

Was a great place to stay, perfect for what we needed. Very comfortable and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2024
Thank you so much for staying and for leaving everything so perfect it was a real pleasure to host you Kerri & we hope to host you again soon 😊

About the host

Hosted by Evren

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English, German, Turkish
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