10/10 Excellent
Justin P.
16 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very comfortable with fantastic hospitality and great information
Justin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Entire home
Annie's River Retreat-last minute deals, family friendly home, rural/river views
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807.3 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hadspen, TAS
- Place, Entally Estate7 min walk
- Place, Brisbane Street Mall15 min drive
- Place, Cataract Gorge17 min drive
- Airport, Launceston, TAS (LST)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Annie's River Retreat-last minute deals, family friendly home, rural/river views
Situated beautifully high up with a view of the South Esk River, and overlooking Meander Valley Road bridge, this detached bright and sunny cottage is located within the beautiful surrounds of Rutherglen Village.
"Annie's" has a beautiful sunny aspect and rural views in a peaceful and quiet setting. With open carport, small garden and lovely big deck overlooking the river, "Annie's" is ready and waiting for you to relax and enjoy!
Located across the road from the historic and picturesque Entally Estate and vineyard, just 12 minutes from Launceston CBD with city bus service.
Enjoy a walk out the back gate and down to the river, abundant with wildlife & birds, even a resident platyplus if you're lucky! On dusk, enjoy feeding our resident wallabies, often with joeys still in their pouch.
Situated close to the picnic areas and walking tracks of Hadspen and Entally House, and nearby local IGA supermarket/takeaways & fuel outlet, post office, newsagent, bottle shop & beauty salon.
A short 8-10 minute drive will take you to:
Quercus Park (home to Agfest Field Days, held in May annually, & numerous events throughout the year)
Country Club Resort and Casino, Prospect
Harley Iron Horse Bar & Grill, Prospect
Richardson's Harley Davidson, Prospect
Prospect Market Place (shopping centre)
Carrick Speedway (5 mins.)
Carrick Hotel (5 mins. to enjoy a well priced, great pub meal - booking recommended)
Prospect Vale Golf Club (at Country Club Tasmania)
A short 10-15 minute drive will take you to:
LAUNCESTON - CBD, Cataract Gorge, AFL at UTas Stadium, Silverdome, City Park, National Automobile Museum,James Boag's Brewery, cafes, restaurants, shops, cinema, activities & entertainment, and the start of the Tamar Valley wine route.
Westbury - main regional town with beautiful buildings and has been voted as having best English village green in Australia.
Whitehouse bakery traditional bakery on the village green at Westbury
Pearns Steam World, Westbury
Westbury Maze
John Temple Gallery, Westbury
Quamby Estate, Westbury (golf course)
Tasmania Zoo, Westwood
Brickendon Colonial Village, Longford
Woolmers Estate, Longford
Other things to do in the surrounding area:
Liffey Falls (40 min drive)
Cradle Mountain (80 min drive)
Hagley,Bracknell, Carrick, Exton, Whitemore, Longford, Perth - towns (all within 5-20 min drive).
Deloraine (30 min drive)
Symmons Plains Raceway (40 min drive)
Great Western Tiers central plateau, Walls of Jerusalem national parks within 70 min drive
Fishing in the central highlands (Great Lake, Arthurs lake) (85 min drive)
Golf at Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm (65 min drive)
Trowunna Wildlife Park (35 min drive)
Mole Creek caves (40 min drive)
Christmas Hills Raspberry farm (Elizabeth Town - 25 min drive)
Ben Lomond snow skiing (65 min drive)
Hollybank Treetops Adventure (25 min drive)
Bridestowe Lavendar Farm (50 min drive)
"Annie's" has a beautiful sunny aspect and rural views in a peaceful and quiet setting. With open carport, small garden and lovely big deck overlooking the river, "Annie's" is ready and waiting for you to relax and enjoy!
Located across the road from the historic and picturesque Entally Estate and vineyard, just 12 minutes from Launceston CBD with city bus service.
Enjoy a walk out the back gate and down to the river, abundant with wildlife & birds, even a resident platyplus if you're lucky! On dusk, enjoy feeding our resident wallabies, often with joeys still in their pouch.
Situated close to the picnic areas and walking tracks of Hadspen and Entally House, and nearby local IGA supermarket/takeaways & fuel outlet, post office, newsagent, bottle shop & beauty salon.
A short 8-10 minute drive will take you to:
Quercus Park (home to Agfest Field Days, held in May annually, & numerous events throughout the year)
Country Club Resort and Casino, Prospect
Harley Iron Horse Bar & Grill, Prospect
Richardson's Harley Davidson, Prospect
Prospect Market Place (shopping centre)
Carrick Speedway (5 mins.)
Carrick Hotel (5 mins. to enjoy a well priced, great pub meal - booking recommended)
Prospect Vale Golf Club (at Country Club Tasmania)
A short 10-15 minute drive will take you to:
LAUNCESTON - CBD, Cataract Gorge, AFL at UTas Stadium, Silverdome, City Park, National Automobile Museum,James Boag's Brewery, cafes, restaurants, shops, cinema, activities & entertainment, and the start of the Tamar Valley wine route.
Westbury - main regional town with beautiful buildings and has been voted as having best English village green in Australia.
Whitehouse bakery traditional bakery on the village green at Westbury
Pearns Steam World, Westbury
Westbury Maze
John Temple Gallery, Westbury
Quamby Estate, Westbury (golf course)
Tasmania Zoo, Westwood
Brickendon Colonial Village, Longford
Woolmers Estate, Longford
Other things to do in the surrounding area:
Liffey Falls (40 min drive)
Cradle Mountain (80 min drive)
Hagley,Bracknell, Carrick, Exton, Whitemore, Longford, Perth - towns (all within 5-20 min drive).
Deloraine (30 min drive)
Symmons Plains Raceway (40 min drive)
Great Western Tiers central plateau, Walls of Jerusalem national parks within 70 min drive
Fishing in the central highlands (Great Lake, Arthurs lake) (85 min drive)
Golf at Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm (65 min drive)
Trowunna Wildlife Park (35 min drive)
Mole Creek caves (40 min drive)
Christmas Hills Raspberry farm (Elizabeth Town - 25 min drive)
Ben Lomond snow skiing (65 min drive)
Hollybank Treetops Adventure (25 min drive)
Bridestowe Lavendar Farm (50 min drive)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portacot & baby bath available on request
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Pets considered upon request (outside only)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Launceston
Located in Hadspen, a neighbourhood in Launceston, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery and Queen Victoria Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Entally Estate and Penny Royal Adventures. Travelling with kids? Consider Launceston Aquatic Centre and City Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hadspen, TAS
What's nearby
- Entally Estate - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Country Club Tasmania - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
- Brisbane Street Mall - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
- University of Tasmania Stadium - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
- Cataract Gorge - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Hungry Jack's - 9 min drive
- Bolters Pizzeria - 9 min drive
- Basin Cafe - 12 min drive
- Baba’s Kebabs - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy R.
22 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeremy R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judith H.
27 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Judith H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather J.
26 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, centrally located
Heather J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Graeme L.
16 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hadspen
Graeme L.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Duncan
16 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Duncan
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Cathy B.
18 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage on South Esk River
Cathy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
ROBYN G.
12 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and friendly
ROBYN G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hellen M.
7 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annie’s cottage
Hellen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
John M.
20 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location from Launceston
John M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Colin A.
5 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 nights
Colin A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ross
7 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ross
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jodie C.
27 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Tidy and clean. Great hosts
Jodie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel C.
16 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hospitality
Daniel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
André H., Vierden, Germany
10 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short but nice stay at Annie & Ross
André H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn B.
18 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Kathryn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul C.
4 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage just outside of Launceston
Paul C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
28 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Julie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
John
23 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
John G.
5 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly what we needed
John G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Naomi P.
19 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tassie Getaway
Naomi P.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Maureen G.
8 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Launceston
Maureen G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
13 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Chris S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Raelene B.
3 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
Raelene B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
16 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not be better
Thomas M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
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