Warning: this is about to be the most glowing review that anyone could ever write for a stay on AirBnb. It may seem so untrue because this property was so amazing, but trust me, no word is a lie. If you are looking at hotels, stop right now. If you are considering other rentals, give your head a shake and book Lucy’s apartment right now. THIS IS THE BEST OF HOBART.

First off a few pretty basic things. Communication with the host was superb. Upon arrival (the street it is on is a little old-school and narrow – but the hosts give up their driveway for you), we were treated very kindly and given a very thougho tour of the property including their backyard and gardens. While we certainly would have entertained an offer to socialize, Lucy and Tony (the hosts) were always mindful of our privacy.

Inside, the unit is one that I would be very very happy to live in. Brand new feeling and clean, clean, clean. Appliances are all new, fairly top of the line (I mean, what other rental comes with an induction range, Nespresso AND a SodaStream). All appliances including the washer and dryer worked wonderfully.

The bathroom was amazing. An open concept shower stall with a heater on the wall and heat lamps over top. The bedroom was just what we needed and was very comfortable.

Once of the most amazing features about this unit is the view and tranquility. Do your day trips (everything is within 2 hours of Hobart), head to the Hill Street Grocer and local butcher and rush back to the apartment to enjoy the best view of the city, the beautiful display and sounds of tropical birds as well as nightly visits from wallabies right beneath your balcony. If you have a good bottle (or two) of wine and a few local beers, there is ABSOLUTELY no reason you should go out in the evening. Time away from this unit is time wasted, IMO.

I would be back in a heartbeat. I would recommend it in a nanosecond – if it weren’t so far from Canada. Honestly, this is the gem of Hobart. I wish Lucy and Tony success with their rental. They care immensely about their house, their gardens and this unit. Show them the love back.