Seles and Mike have created a really beautiful space, it’s comfortable and has everything you might need for your stay.
I expected the noise since I had read other’s reviews as well as the apartment information, and I came prepared with my own highly rated ear plugs (these are also supplied by the hosts) and an eye mask which was necessary for the skylights and the non-blackout blinds. Unfortunately the noise was worse than I think any of the other reviews really detailed, and I was woken up several times through the night (and through ear plugs) from loud cars being driven up and down the street, then council workers using leaf blowers at 6am.
It’s a shame as the care and hard work that Seles and Mike have taken in creating a wonderful space is clearly evident in all of the details, and the location is amazing - so central and near some of Launceston’s best food.
But I also disagree with the suggestion that the degree of noise that can be heard within the apartment should be expected of an inner city location, or that the apartment is suited to early risers. I’ve made some low cost suggestions to the hosts that could hopefully assist with some of these issues (short of insulating all the walls and floors, and installing double glazing), such as door seals, and heavy curtains across all of the windows to muffle the noise (which would also help with excessive light). Can only hope they will take note of these and make adjustments to better help guests enjoy their stay, as it’s a fabulous space in an amazing location otherwise.