Vacation Homes
 Alice's Cottages

129 Balfour Street, 7250 Launceston, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 534 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.1
Wonderful
536 reviews

Well renovated property with a history. Their staff were pleasant and helpful. breakfast pack was brilliant.

Ian Australia

unique and every detail well thought out great location

Debbie Australia

Beautiful room with nice breakkie. Great to have a short break or if you around at Lauceston!

Eimy Brazil

Everything. Loved the breakfast basket. Excellent cottage. Stunning little historical oasis. Pre-cut fire wood. No stress. Parking at the door. Wonderful history guide about the property. Close to town.

Campbell Australia

Enjoyed checking out the quirky elements. Breakfast tray great and thanks for the arrival drinks.

Spencer Australia

Wonderful historic style cottages, breakfast basket provided was never short of food. The grounds were immaculate.

Julie Australia

The breakfast was great and was a wonderful location.

Tonya Australia

A very cozy place to stay. The cottages were exceptional. very clean and comfortable. The breakfast that was left was amazing. The location was great for shops and things to do.

Chris Australia

We stayed for 1 night in the Scottish Cottage. It was nice and quiet in the cottage, since it was located off the main road. We loved that there was a folder left in the cottage for us, which provided information on the history of the cottages. The cottage was exactly what we wanted - it was very quaint, had a working fireplace which we lit up to get warm and we also appreciated the little touches like an antique working radio and all the old books! A very unique place to stay in indeed. The breakfast basket was simply excellent and we loved having breakfast on the patio!

Joshua Singapore

So quaint and very well stocked with lots of extra goodies to eat and drink.loved all the authentic memorabilia.parking right outside but was easy to access all central locations.so much provided for breakfast we couldn’t eat it all and took some with us for sandwiches.so generous.

Steve United Kingdom
9.1
Wonderful
536 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Well renovated property with a history. Their staff were pleasant and helpful. breakfast pack was brilliant.”
    Ian Ian Australia Australia
  • “unique and every detail well thought out great location”
    Debbie Debbie Australia Australia
  • “Beautiful room with nice breakkie. Great to have a short break or if you around at Lauceston!”
    Eimy Eimy Brazil Brazil
  • “Everything. Loved the breakfast basket. Excellent cottage. Stunning little historical oasis. Pre-cut fire wood. No stress. Parking at the door. Wonderful history guide about the property.”
    Campbell Campbell Australia Australia
  • “Enjoyed checking out the quirky elements. Breakfast tray great and thanks for the arrival drinks.”
    Spencer Spencer Australia Australia
  • “Wonderful historic style cottages, breakfast basket provided was never short of food. The grounds were immaculate.”
    Julie Julie Australia Australia
  • “The breakfast was great and was a wonderful location.”
    Tonya Tonya Australia Australia
  • “A very cozy place to stay. The cottages were exceptional. very clean and comfortable. The breakfast that was left was amazing. The location was great for shops and things to do.”
    Chris Chris Australia Australia
  • “We stayed for 1 night in the Scottish Cottage. It was nice and quiet in the cottage, since it was located off the main road.”
    Joshua Joshua Singapore Singapore
  • “So quaint and very well stocked with lots of extra goodies to eat and drink.loved all the authentic memorabilia.parking right outside but was easy to access all central locations.so much provided for...”
    Steve Steve United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money9.2
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 9.3
High score for Launceston
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Stay in the heart of Launceston – Excellent location – show map

Alice's Cottages offer luxury self-contained cottages on the edge of Launceston business district. All cottages are individually themed and furnished with antiques, books and games.

Each cottage at Alice's Cottages has a kitchen or kitchenette and a bathtub or spa bath. All cottages are air-conditioned. Free WiFi and laundry facilities are available.

Guests can take a scenic drive along the Tamar Valley wine trail or take in the natural beauty of Cataract Gorge, only 20 minutes’ walk away. The restaurants and bars of Launceston city center are 15-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Alice's Cottages has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 23, 2011

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

9.1
Wonderful · 536 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money9.2
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 9.3
High score for Launceston

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ian
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Well renovated property with a history. Their staff were pleasant and helpful. breakfast pack was brilliant.”
  • Debbie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “unique and every detail well thought out great location”
  • Eimy
    BrazilBrazil
    “Beautiful room with nice breakkie. Great to have a short break or if you around at Lauceston!”
  • Campbell
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Everything. Loved the breakfast basket. Excellent cottage. Stunning little historical oasis. Pre-cut fire wood. No stress. Parking at the door. Wonderful history guide about the property. Close to town.”
  • Spencer
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Enjoyed checking out the quirky elements. Breakfast tray great and thanks for the arrival drinks.”
  • Julie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Wonderful historic style cottages, breakfast basket provided was never short of food. The grounds were immaculate.”
  • Tonya
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The breakfast was great and was a wonderful location.”
  • Chris
    AustraliaAustralia
    “A very cozy place to stay. The cottages were exceptional. very clean and comfortable. The breakfast that was left was amazing. The location was great for shops and things to do.”
  • Joshua
    SingaporeSingapore
    “We stayed for 1 night in the Scottish Cottage. It was nice and quiet in the cottage, since it was located off the main road. We loved that there was a folder left in the cottage for us, which provided information on the history of the cottages. The...”
  • Steve
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “So quaint and very well stocked with lots of extra goodies to eat and drink.loved all the authentic memorabilia.parking right outside but was easy to access all central locations.so much provided for breakfast we couldn’t eat it all and took some...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Are is a well behaved dogs allowable?
    Thank you for your enquiry - unfortunately we have a strict no-pet policy.
    Answered on April 20, 2021
  • Good evening, I have booked one of your cottages and now I have a couple who might want to travel with me so would need to book another cottage. The gentleman is walking impaired (not wheelchair bound) but can only mange a few steps and would need a walk in shower. Thank you.
    Hello! Thank you for your message. All of our cottages have walk in showers except for the Boudoir and Irish Cottage. Kind regards The Alices Cottages Team
    Answered on October 21, 2020
  • Hi, I have a few questions. Is this a good place to stay while skiing at Ben Lomond? Are we allowed to light the fire place? Cheers
    Hey there! We are a great option if you're heading to Ben Lomond skiing, Launceston is the closest town and it's lovely to come back to for a cosy evening. You sure can light the fire, we provide wood and have more onsite available for purchase.
    Answered on May 7, 2021
  • Hi, Does the cottage have a washer/ dryer we can use?
    Thanks for your query - we have a guest laundry with washer and dryer on-site.
    Answered on March 9, 2021
  • Can have two single beds in a room?
    Hi there, thanks for your enquiry - all of our cottages have just the one queen-sized bed with no capacity for twin share.
    Asked about: Shambles Scottish Cottage • Answered on March 3, 2021

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Hosted by The Alice's Team

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Host Review Score
The Alice's Team
Nestled away in a quiet Launceston street, our gorgeous little heritage-listed, self-contained cottages can be found. The perfect balance of luxury and cosiness, each of these uniquely and tastefully themed cottages have just the right touch of nostalgia and old-world charm. Our English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh cottages each pay homage to the property’s rich history, whilst our Boudoir and Camelot simply whisk you away to another world. Alice’s Cottages is the perfect place for a romantic getaway or as a base to discover all the Launceston and Northern Tasmania have to offer.
We are Tom and Bec, we own and run Alice's Cottages and The Dragonfly Inn - two unique, heritage-listed properties located in Launceston, each tucked away and enveloped in gardens and lawns allowing you to truly experience the charm and history iconic of Tasmania. We are all about providing a very warm and welcoming feel without being in our guests’ face like old-school bed & breakfast stays. We have an amazing team of managers and housekeepers who look after the daily running of the properties to ensure you have an enjoyable and memorable stay.
Take a leisurely stroll to nearby restaurants and cafes offering Tasmania’s fine fare. An easy walk (or 5-minute drive) to the city centre or wander down and along the Kings Bridge-Cataract Walk following the South Esk river up to the iconic Cataract Gorge.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Launceston College
    0.5 miles
  • TasTAFE Launceston
    0.5 miles
  • Launceston Mall
    0.6 miles
  • Queen Victoria Museum
    0.6 miles
  • Quadrant Mall
    0.6 miles
  • Launceston Law Courts
    0.7 miles
  • City of Launceston Council
    0.7 miles
  • Launceston Aquatic
    1 miles
  • Boags Brewery
    1 miles
  • City Park
    1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Cuccina
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Stillwater
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Launceston Tramway Museum
    1.1 miles
  • UTAS Stadium
    1.4 miles
  • Silverdome
    2 miles
  • Country Club Casino
    2.9 miles
  • Australian Maritime College
    3.2 miles
  • Franklin House
    3.4 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Cataract Gorge
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Launceston Airport
    7.6 miles
  • Devonport Airport
    41.3 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Alice's Cottages

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Electric blankets
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoor & View
Enjoy the view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Alice's Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

5:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Alice's Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Alice's Cottages

  • Check-in at Alice's Cottages is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Alice's Cottages has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Alice's Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Alice's Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Alice's Cottages is 0.8 miles from the center of Launceston.

  • Guests staying at Alice's Cottages can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Alice's Cottages can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Alice's Cottages by:

    • Car 15min

  • Alice's Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):