The Red Feather Inn

The Red Feather Inn - A historic Georgian-style inn with gardens, cottages, and guided walking tour departures

The Red Feather Inn features a collection of convict-built sandstone buildings dating to 1842, restored into boutique accommodations with heritage rooms and three multi-bedroom cottages. Rooms include the Garden Suite with private garden access, the Library Suite with French provincial styling, and the Attic with a skylit king bed. The adjacent cottages (Watchhouse, Murphett's, Pearce's) sleep 6-10 guests, offering kitchens, private gardens, and air conditioning. An on-site restaurant serves seasonal Tasmanian produce and local wines for in-house guests. The Inn operates as the departure base for guided walks by Tasmanian Walking Company, including the Cradle Mountain Huts and Bay of Fires Lodge Walks. Located in Hadspen, The Red Feather Inn is 10 minutes from Launceston and 15 minutes from the airport, near Entally Estate (3 km) and Tamar Valley wineries. Parking is restricted to designated areas, with overflow options nearby.

Pros

Historic Georgian architecture with restored sandstone buildings and heritage gardens.

Direct access to guided walking tours like the Overland Track and Bay of Fires expeditions.

On-site restaurant focusing on locally sourced Tasmanian produce and wines.

Proximity to Launceston's attractions, including Cataract Gorge and Tamar Valley wineries.

Cons

Limited on-site parking, requiring overflow arrangements.

The restaurant is open only to in-house guests and operates seasonally.