18 Of The Dreamiest Airbnbs In Launceston To Book In 2025

Five minutes’ drive from Launceston CBD, Trevallyn Retreat is a uniquely designed stay that blends luxury and comfort. Featuring high ceilings, natural light and views over Launceston and Tamar River, the space is fitted with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two spacious living areas, as well as a beautiful garden.

We love the outdoor seating spot here, with its fire pit for gathering around. The corner dining table with its epic views in this Airbnb is pretty spesh too—as is the statement staircase that really packs a punch.

We love a stay with a bit of history and this two-storey spot was originally built in 1890 as a carriage house. It's adorbs from the outside, with its quaint weatherboard exterior and pitched roof, plus you’re in easy strolling distance from all the best Launceston’s CBD has to offer so there's heaps to do.

Enjoy the easterly sun on your own little deck and drink in the views across the Glebe farmland to Mount Barrow and Mount Arthur. The space features a bedroom with a queen size bed and ensuite bathroom connected to the rest of the Airbnb by a charming spiral staircase.

Birdhouse Studio 1 and Birdhouse Studio 2 are two neighboring Launceston stays with striking architectural designs with a focus on sustainable materials. Both compact little cubes are fronted by hovering steel framed decks and walled with rusting Cor-ten cladding that matches the bark of the large eucalyptus trees that surround them.

Each studio contains a full kitchen, generous bathroom, built in study space, bedroom, lounge and dining area, featuring natural cork and Tasmanian oak timber interiors as well as fantastic views over the city.

Situated opposite Tamar Island Wetlands, and just ten minutes from Launceston’s CBD, Jaclyn Studio is set on a three-acre property of native bushlands and rock gardens. Made from hand-polished recycled bricks, this award-winning Airbnb is kitted out with an outdoor spa, a cedar sauna and a fire pit, while the polished interiors include bespoke handcrafted furniture and native timber surfaces.

Guests are also well stocked with books, boardgames, and French flax linens—and you'll get homemade sourdough bread and jam, local butter and fresh milk, plus a a bottle of complimentary wine and a little gift hamper with treats when you arrive. Yum!

Mr. Wooden Box Bush Retreat is a spectacular rural cabin, located in the heart of the Trevallyn bushland just west of Launceston. Surrounded by native wallabies, echidnas and birdlife, the property it's got the cosiest deck complete with a fire pit, a barbecue and an outdoor pizza to play with.

Inside, you'll find a fireplace, double-height windows and sun-drenched reading nooks. The large open-plan lounge-and-dining area winds up via a beautiful timber staircase to a mezzanine bedroom that gives you spectacular views out to the wild. 

Love a little bit of olde world charm? This super-cute Airbnb on a quiet street in Launceston CBD has it in spades. One of seven adorable self-contained cottages for two (each with a name which reflects its theme) The Scottish Cottage is a heritage-listed home within an easy stroll of Cataract Gorge and the city centre.

Your home away from home has statement wallpaper, a heap of books and collectables, and the cosiest open fireplace for those cooler nights. Take a soak in the claw foot bath or head out to enjoy the sunny courtyard and shared gardens. A stay here includes a hearty breakfast basket for two which is refilled daily.

Base yourself high among the gum trees and enjoy an epic view of Cataract Gorge at this architecturally-designed Airbnb. You’ll get a taste of Japan here: this pad has striking shou sugi ban cladding and a minimalist vibe and the legends that own this place don’t charge a cleaning fee and offer a 12pm checkout so you can hit that snooze button on your last day.

Book a stay here and you’ll get a selection of breakfast food and snacks, plus a welcome bevvy of your choice. Sip it out on the covered deck and you can bung the barbecue on while you’re at it.

Haven On Henty reads like a checklist for the dream cosy stay in Tassie. Infrared sauna? Check. Oversized bathtub? Check. Curated collection of books and board games? Check.

Ideal for a romantic getaway or solo retreat, this Airbnb is beautifully designed with local Tasmanian prints on the walls and heaps of sunlit spaces. Located just north of Launceston in neighbouring Invermay, you’ll have Launceston right at your doorstep.

How about your own off-grid pad, overlooking the beautiful Tamar River and right where the Tamar Valley Wine Route begins? Sounds pretty lush doesn't it? The River Studio is freshly built, powered by the sun and surrounded by one of the last tracts of natural bushland close to Launceston.

You'll be in the city in just ten minutes and yet your one-room, open-plan base is a top spot for nature lovers, thanks to its stunning mountain, river and bushland views. When you're not cosied up in your king size bed with its soft linen, cosy doona and pillow selection, we reckon you might like to grab a cuppa and sink into one of the locally made armchairs or enjoy a cheeky vino on your outdoor patio.

What was once a private shed (what the hosts fondly call a “shouse”) has been refurbished into a luxury apartment, just five minutes from Launceston’s city centre. This Couples Retreat boasts a sleek kitchen and bathroom, plus a bunch of cosy fittings including a wood heater, a massage chair and a king bed with eco-friendly bamboo bedding. 

Every guest here gets a welcome gift on arrival, which is a nice touch, and we love the hanging egg-chair in the living space that's a top spot for lounging with a book. If adventures calls, you're a short drive to Cataract Gorge Reserve, Penny Royal Launceston, Seaport with it's variety of eateries and the Tamar Valley Wine trail.  

Proud winner of the 2022 Airbnb Australia Best Nature Stay, this former shipping container has been recycled into a luxury eco-cabin. The one-bedroom escape is kitted out with supplies from local providers (an organic breakfast hamper, a mini bar stocked with Tassie wines) plus a king-size bed, organic linen sheets and a wood fire.

Located in the picturesque town of Lilydale, a 20-minute drive from Launceston, you’ll be well and truly among nature here. Lie back and stargaze from the outdoor bath, or cuddle up inside—hot tip, keep an eye out for the local wallabies and kangaroos bouncing by.

If you’re after chic convenience, this is the spot for you. A short walk to all of Launceston’s attractions and amenities, Launceston on Bathurst is a strip of five adjoining townhouses built back in the 1920s.

Freshly renovated, this central Airbnb has double glazed windows to dampen the sounds of the city, and a private courtyard to help you escape the hustle and bustle. The flash interiors feature exposed brick walls, a Tassie oak staircase, and beautiful local art. This is the perfect place to come back to after a long day exploring the city.

One for the architecture aficionados, Luxe is a stunning, open-plan property, boasting beautiful Tasmanian oak trimmings, and clean, spacious interiors. A short drive from the city centre and the airport, it's super convenient and yet surrounded by countryside. 

The kitchen boasts high-end appliances, a pantry stocked with staples, and a wine/beer fridge. If you’re booking as a group, you’ll want to secure a spot in the master bedroom, which features a luxurious ensuite and built-in robe. There’s also a beautifully designed garden with a polished deck and comfy chairs for hotter days.

With dreamy picture postcard looks and a whole heap of character, this heritage-listed cottage is one to add to the wishlist stat. Located in Invermay, within walking distance to Launceston CBD and at the gateway to the famous Tamar Valley Wine Route, The Good Soul Cottage is now a gorgeous two-bedroom Airbnb.

Whip up a feast in your open-plan kitchen or head out to your private backyard where you can lounge the day away. White, clean and gram-worthy (even featured in interior design magazines), this stay pairs prime location with a private escape.

Another Invermay listing, Gorgeous On Gleadow is a quaint cottage situated steps from central Launceston and its surrounds. Step through the colourful front door and you'll discover this restored home has kept much of its cosy old-school charm (including a fireplace, exposed brick wall and wood finishings) while adding modern features, such as a huge skylight and a sunroom to keep the space bright.

You’ll also have access to the backyard, which is shared with the nextdoor neighbours, where they grow a variety of plants and keep a healthy veggie patch.

Sometimes the photos are enough. This one says what it is on the tin, and we love it. The Bus Hideaway is based on a public bus—a real one—that used to serve the people of Hobart decades ago. The original windows are still intact, but most of the fit-out has used up-cycled, second-hand and locally-sourced materials to create a magically unique retreat.

Next door, you can discover the wholesome charm of Hillwood Strawberry Farm which means your getaway should be filled with days savoring the juiciest berries straight from the fields. In winter, we suggest treating yourself to the herb and garlic handcrafted cheese and for when the mercury rises, you can’t go past digging into the farm’s fruity ice-cream sundae, topped with fresh cream and waffle biscuits.

Another stay that looks like it’s been lifted straight from an interior design mag, Henry’s on Balfour is a luxe two-story terrace in the heart of Launceston. The Victorian-era building was built in 1881, and has maintained its historic character while adding luxury modern touches.

The spacious rooms, heated floors and high-quality linen make it a dreamy spot to base your stay. The best bit? You're just a five-minute stroll from Launceston's tree lined Charles St with all its cafes and eateries to explore.

Come for the treehouse vibes, stay for those misty morning views. Esk Treehouse Cabin is more than just an ideal spot for a secluded weekend getaway. It's described as a "work of art" and is surrounded by the aromatic fragrance of gum trees—it’s also one of our top picks for a workation in Tassie so pack the laptop and prepare to be wowed.

Here you’ll find a dedicated study area (with some cheeky yoga mats to get you out of that 3pm slump) and some good old fashioned four-bar strong Wi-Fi, every digital professional’s dream. What about post-work treats? We reckon the indoor hammock and the outdoor bathtub are top spots to relax with that novel you've been meaning to read.