Bed and breakfast The Racecourse Inn
114 Marlborough Street, 7301 Longford, Australia – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 122 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
We felt our stay at Racecourse Inn was home away from home. Annabelle and Richard took care of us beyond what we expected. We felt welcomed, they were warm, friendly, and we felt as if we were like living in our own family home.
AustraliaAnnabelle was a super host- so accomodating, hospitable and caring. The Racecourse Inn has a lot of character, is well equipped with comfortable beds, great shower and a yummy breakfast. We will be back!
AustraliaThe Racecourse Inn was spectacular!!! There were 6 of us in our group staying there (in 3 rooms) and everyone was blown away at how large the rooms were!!! And the attention to detail such as including homemade muffins & biscuits upon arrival was so sweet. The rooms were far superior to any hotel we have stayed in. The staff were delightful and went above and beyond to assist us. The breakfast was also pretty AMAZING!!! Thanks so much!
AustraliaVery nice accommodation, greats hosts who served a lovely breakfast. Highly recommend
AustraliaThe hosts have really gone out of their way to make this location a superb place to stay. The room was fabulous, so many thoughtful touches and facilities. The breakfast was the best I think I've ever had anywhere. The hosts were very helpful and friendly and we really hope to stay again on a future trip to Tasmania. Longford was a great location to see many interesting historical and natural places in that part of the island. This Inn is a real gem.
Australiavery prefect garden， nautral foods and kindly owner
ChinaComplimentary bonuses like port in the room and fresh muffins each day.
AustraliaLovely accommodation and beautiful breakfast. Our hosts went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. We had home baked muffins delivered to our door on arrival and the next day we had home baked chocolate and raspberry slice baked by our host .
AustraliaThe location was ideal for me as i was attending a course nearby in Longford. The breakfast were divine! Stewed fruit from the garden, cooked breakfast with every condiment you could desire. Service was perfect too! Highlight was returning after a long day to freshly baked cakes each evening.
AustraliaGreat old building with a fascinating history set in lovely gardens. Welcoming and helpful hosts. Friendly dog and cat, plus sheep and chooks.
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The Racecourse Inn
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Danita
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Caitlin
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Wendy
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Sharyn
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Mandie
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Don
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Built in 1860, The Racecourse Inn offers Australian colonial country-house accommodation with free WiFi and free onsite parking. This 2-story B&B is surrounded by lovely English-style gardens and offers antique furnishings. Guests enjoy an on-site bar. The property is 2 minutes' drive from the World Heritage-listed Brickendon Estate, with its historic Farm Village and Woolmers Estate, which includes the beautiful National Rose Garden onsite.
Situated in the historic town of Longford, which was settled in 1813, the convict-built Racecourse Inn B&B is 15 minutes' drive from Launceston Airport. It is 20 minutes' drive from the Queen Victoria Museum and Gallery, Cataract Gorge and the James Boag's Brewery.
The upper story offers attic rooms with sloped ceilings and large windows, while downstairs features a spacious heritage suite boasting an open fireplace and a 2-person spa bath. All rooms include bed linen, toiletries and a hairdryer. Children's cots and bedding are available on request.
A full English cooked and a continental breakfast are provided each morning. This features locally-sourced Tasmanian produce and ingredients including poached fruit from the property's garden and orchard and artisan wood-fired bread. There is also a licensed guest lounge.
This property offers unusual architectural features and is ideal for those interested in history and period design.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.7 for two-person stays.
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, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet
Free private parking available on-site
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See what guests loved the most:
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Sydney
Australia“We felt our stay at Racecourse Inn was home away from home. Annabelle and Richard took care of us beyond what we expected. We felt welcomed, they were warm, friendly, and we felt as if we were like living in our own family home.”
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Danita
Australia
“Annabelle was a super host- so accomodating, hospitable and caring. The Racecourse Inn has a lot of character, is well equipped with comfortable beds, great shower and a yummy breakfast. We will be back! ”
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Caitlin
Australia
“The Racecourse Inn was spectacular!!! There were 6 of us in our group staying there (in 3 rooms) and everyone was blown away at how large the rooms were!!! And the attention to detail such as including homemade muffins & biscuits upon arrival was so sweet. The rooms were far superior to any hotel we have stayed in. The staff were delightful and went above and beyond to assist us. The breakfast was also pretty AMAZING!!! Thanks so much!” Read more
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Wendy
Australia
“Very nice accommodation, greats hosts who served a lovely breakfast. Highly recommend”
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John
Australia
“The hosts have really gone out of their way to make this location a superb place to stay. The room was fabulous, so many thoughtful touches and facilities. The breakfast was the best I think I've ever had anywhere. The hosts were very helpful and friendly and we really hope to stay again on a future trip to Tasmania. Longford was a great location to see many interesting historical and natural places in that part of the island. This Inn is a real gem.” Read more
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Lin
China“very prefect garden， nautral foods and kindly owner”
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The
Australia
“Complimentary bonuses like port in the room and fresh muffins each day.”
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Sharyn
Australia
“Lovely accommodation and beautiful breakfast. Our hosts went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. We had home baked muffins delivered to our door on arrival and the next day we had home baked chocolate and raspberry slice baked by our host . ” Read more
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Mandie
Australia
“The location was ideal for me as i was attending a course nearby in Longford. The breakfast were divine! Stewed fruit from the garden, cooked breakfast with every condiment you could desire. Service was perfect too! Highlight was returning after a long day to freshly baked cakes each evening.” Read more
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Don
Australia
“Great old building with a fascinating history set in lovely gardens. Welcoming and helpful hosts. Friendly dog and cat, plus sheep and chooks.”
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About The Racecourse Inn
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Hosted by Annabelle Sandes
Annabelle Sandes
The Racecourse Inn, originally "The Northern Hotel", was purpose built as a coaching inn in 1860 by Ticket-of-Leave convict William Dean. Constructed of convict made bricks, the inn has always accommodated ten guests, with two spacious rooms downstairs rooms and three upstairs. The current dining room was originally a ballroom, and features a unique barrel vaulted ceiling, one of only three of its type in Tasmania. Furnished with Australian colonial antiques, the house is still welcoming weary travellers nearly 160 years after it was built.
We love beautifully cooked fresh Tasmanian produce, good wines, photography and exploring the wonderful surroundings of the northern midlands. You'll also find us in the local auction houses searching for antique treasures for this gorgeous house. Richard is a farrier by trade, and after cooking our guests a delicious breakfast, travels northern Tasmania shoeing horses. Annabelle is an artist and photographer, and paints watercolours of Tasmanian wildlife and flora in her spare time. We enjoy showing guests around our lovely cottage garden, and introducing guests to our animals - Dolly and Stormy our two black sheep, the chickens, Pippin, the Tasmanian Smithfield collie, and Delphine, the cat.
Longford was first settled in 1813, part of the Norfolk Plains, a rich agricultural region. As one of the oldest towns in Tasmania, Longford has many Georgian and early Victorian buildings which contribute to a delightful townscape, with two World Heritage properties - Woolmers Estate (also home to the National Rose Garden), and Brickendon Farm Estate - only minutes from the town centre. Well known for its beautiful gardens and English style hedges, Longford is at the confluence of the Macquarie and South Esk Rivers, and also offers some of the best fly fishing in Australia. We are also only a short drive from the beautiful Tamar Valley Wine Route, and an easy day trip from the stunning beaches on the east coast, and Cradle Mountain.
Languages spoken: English
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Symmons Plains Raceway7.9 miles
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Country Club Casino8.4 miles
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Franklin House8.4 miles
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Silverdome9.1 miles
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Launceston College11.5 miles
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TasTAFE Launceston11.6 miles
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Queen Victoria Museum11.6 miles
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Launceston Mall11.7 miles
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Quadrant Mall11.7 miles
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Launceston Law Courts11.8 miles
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Cafe/bar Sticky Beaks0.6 miles
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Restaurant Blenheim Hotel0.6 miles
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Restaurant Country Club Hotel0.9 miles
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Restaurant Homage Restaurant2.9 miles
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Cafe/bar Rustic Bakehouse6.2 miles
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City of Launceston Council11.8 miles
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Launceston Aquatic12 miles
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Boags Brewery12.1 miles
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City Park12.1 miles
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Launceston Tramway Museum12.2 miles
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River South Esk River0.6 miles
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River Macquarie River0.6 miles
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River Brumby's Creek12.4 miles
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Mountain Great Western Tiers21.1 miles
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Lake Great Lake26.1 miles
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Launceston Airport6.3 miles
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Devonport Airport46.6 miles
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Facilities of The Racecourse Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7
Most popular facilities
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Library
- Skiing Off-site
- Fishing Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Chocolate or cookies
- Bottle of water
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Street parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Packed lunches
- Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
- Books, DVDs, music for children
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
General
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
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Cot upon request
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Free |
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
The Racecourse Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please note the owner resides at the property and has pets.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform The Racecourse Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about The Racecourse Inn
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The Racecourse Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Library
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Racecourse Inn (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private parking
- Street parking
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Guests staying at The Racecourse Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
- À la carte
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Check-in at The Racecourse Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at The Racecourse Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Racecourse Inn is 0.9 miles from the centre of Longford.
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Room options at The Racecourse Inn include:
- Double
- Suite
- Holiday Home
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Yes, The Racecourse Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.
