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This charming former coaching inn, built-in in 1860, is now a luxury bed and breakfast in the historic village of Longford, Northern Tasmania. Only fifteen minutes from Launceston airport, The Racecourse Inn is an ideal base for touring Northern Tasmania and the Tamar Valley Wine Route. The tastefully restored Inn exudes a historic ambiance, with climbing roses covering the convict-made bricks, and five spacious en-suite rooms. All guest rooms feature double glazing, with reverse-cycle air conditioning in the three upstairs rooms. The downstairs Standard Queen and Deluxe Spa rooms both feature 12-foot ceilings. Your tariff includes a fully cooked Tasmanian gourmet breakfast featuring fresh produce from our orchard and kitchen garden. This fully licenced inn offers a cosy dining room with a wood fire and features one of only four barrel-vaulted ceilings in Tasmania. The Racecourse Inn is a five-minute drive from UNESCO World Heritage-listed Woolmers Estate and Brickendon Farm, and the stunning National Rose Garden at Woolmers. Stroll Longford's wide streets and admire the fine colonial architecture, visit antique and collectibles stores or fly fish for trout.

Brickendon Estate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offers visitors a delightful collection of self-contained Historic and Farm Cottages. The Coachman's, Gardener's and Old Farm Historic Cottages are surrounded by gardens and offer traditional colonial accommodation with open fires combined with modern facilities. Each cottage has its own character with options including deep baths, separate showers and bathroom floor heating. Pumpkin, Sweetcorn, and Pea in a Pod Farm Cottages enjoy the magnificent views of the English-style countryside and were built from recycled materials. Wood heaters keep our Farm Cottages toasty warm overnight. Electric heating and electric blankets are also provided for guest comfort in all cottages. Hearty continental breakfast provisions are included in the tariff of each cottage and our cottages are fully self-contained with all linen and cooking facilities provided. When you stay with Brickendon Estate you can : Wander the gardens surrounding the Georgian Homestead, Take the 'Convict Walk' to Woolmers Estate, Enjoy animal feeding our friendly farm animals at 10.15am daily, Explore the 1820s convict-built farm buildings Brickendon is 20 minutes from Launceston and 15 minutes from the Launceston Airport. We are pet friendly, but please enquire as to which cottages are suitable for pets before making a reservation.

Goodland’s Stable, a heritage-listed building that now stands as unique luxury accommodation, centrally located in the classified historic village of Longford in Northern Tasmania. Experience the original 1830’s building, superbly furnished with William Morris textiles to create a unique and unforgettable experience. The Stable has a queen size bed finished with luxurious linens, perfect for a couple seeking a romantic and tranquil escape. Lovingly restored and bathed in light, it welcomes you to enjoy the open plan living area; which sits beneath oak beams with furniture and kitchen cabinetry crafted from the original convict built manger and hayrack. Under floor heating and also a wood heater for those leisurely cozy evenings. The Stable is situated in an ideal position to explore Northern Tasmania, returning home after long day trips to rest and enjoy a glass of wine, watch TV or you may prefer to read a book by the fire within the cozy atmosphere. The kitchen is generously stocked with pantry staples, home made granola, local organic muesli and sourdough, yogurt, eggs, Ashgrove milk and cheese, home made jams and jelly using fruit from the kitchen garden. Relax and unwind, enjoying the peaceful surrounds of the garden, wander through the beautifully preserved village or explore nearby towns and attractions. This property pays homage to a poignant and rich local colonial rural history.