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Island Sands - sleeps 8

Family-friendly holiday home in Cowes

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Living area
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2

1 Queen Bed

3

3 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Island Sands - sleeps 8

About the home

“Island Sands” is a delightful, pet friendly (outside only) home in Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:

Indoor Areas

This single-storey home contains a Kitchen & Dining area leading out to the large under-cover deck. There are two Living areas (the first with smart TV, DVD player, Wii Nintendo, PlayStation3 & an X-Box; the second with a pool table), and a master bedroom with walk-in robe and en-suite (with shower and toilet). There are two further Bedrooms (each with BIR), another bathroom (with bath and shower), a separate toilet and a Laundry (with washing machine).

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor living is a delight with a huge, fully roofed deck housing a gas BBQ and outdoor setting. Off-street parking is also provided, with room for two vehicles plus a large double garage. Pets are welcome to use the dog beds provided under the pergola.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

The home has wall mounted reverse cycle split system units in both living rooms, and two portable heaters for use where required.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 5 beds plus 1 divan, accommodating up to 8 guests:

Bedroom 1: One Queen bed
Bedroom 2: One Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Two Single beds and a Trundle bed

There is also a divan in the second living area for 1 adult or 2 children.

Linen

It is common in the region for some linen to be provided for bookings, and some linen to be available as an optional extra. By default, a booking at this home does not include optional linen (top & bottom sheets, bath towels and pillowcases). What is included are doonas (quilts) with covers, pillows without covers, tea towels, hand towels and bathmats. If you would like the optional linen included in your booking, please let us know, including which beds you would like it provided for. The additional cost would be a one-off charge of $30 per bed (some sites add a service fee to these costs) - and we prefer 7 days' notice prior to your arrival to get that arranged.

Peak Periods

Please note that during the peak summer period and other peak times, check in times are set as 3pm (unless by prior arrangement). Please also note that if you avail of the optional linen hire over these times, it may involve linen being left out but beds not being made up.

Functions, Celebrations and Schoolies

Please note that the home is not suitable for celebrations, parties or large events. The home also does not take bookings over Schoolies. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Phillip Island Wildlife Park and A Maze'N Things. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Penguin Parade. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale watching.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cowes Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Somerville Station - 74 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪G’day Tiger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mighty Kebab Cowes - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Sands - sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Sands - sleeps 8?

As of 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Sands - sleeps 8 on 18 Nov 2025 start from AU$348.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Island Sands - sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Sands - sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Sands - sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Sands - sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely comfortable house

Very comfortable house, great backyard for the children, everything supplied, overall really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect group stay

This was perfect short stay for our family & dogs. Large enough for 8 of us. Quiet street within short drive to shops & beaches. Outdoor deck, BBQ, pool table & yard was well used by all of us. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island Sands

Beautiful house and backyard fabulous for a dog. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Always check the bedding!

The problem we had with this property was with the bed linen. The matrress protectors on all of the beds were filthy. Obvious staining, and general grubbiness and then the smell - ugh. The pillow protectors also were rank. We washed all the linen but the property did not have a dryer so we could not use them during our stay. We contacted the agents who advised us to buy new ones and we were reimbursed but it wasn't the best start to our holiday. This is definitely not the fault of the agents and they were very helpful and empathetic. However the rest of the house could do with a good spring clean! Doubt we will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We stayed here with family and totally enjoyed the facilities of the house, especially the outdoor setting, everything was local the best part was having the beaches close by thank you giving us that family time highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

XIAOHAN Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good property

Good location，the property is clean and friendly for kids and pet. Love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Bill C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable entertainer

A great find, this charming beach house is ideal for a group of 6 or a family, ideal for entertaining in good weather, good facilities and everything you need is provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Our stay at this property was wonderful. We can't wait until we can stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday home

Lovely home in a quiet location. The Neighborbours were helpful and friendly. The house was clean when we arrived. The property had everything and more to cater for our holiday - from the pool table through to games for rainy days. Lovely outdoor area with a secure backyard for small children. Enough parking for 2 cars and our boat which we could park in the secure garage. We will definitely visit again.

6/10 Okay

Alisa J., Coronet Bay, Victoria

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Too much housework to do before you can relax - if they had the place clean it would be amazing

It is a real shame to write a review like this as it is a really lovely house in a quiet neighbourhood, but I would expect to arrive to a clean house and just relax, but that wasn't the case. I had to clean most kitchen and dining room surfaces inside and outside, as they were visibly dirty. We found a toenail clipping on the lounge room floor and an empty box of Cold sore cream just under the couch which was quite horrible to find. Rubbish had been left by another person in the kitchen pantry and it seems that it is your responsibility to clean up before the next person arrives rather than the house being professionally cleaned between visits? The toilet seat is broken in the ensuite, so had to use the second bathroom instead. I understand that things might be tough right now with what is happening with Covid, so maybe it is clean normally, but that wasn't our experience. If they get this cleaning situation sorted, we would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Vickie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

A holiday with chores, no thanks!

Great house. Great decor. Great communication. I was a little disappointed about a few things. I’m by no means a clean freak or up to date with all my chores but it would’ve been nice to turn up and find a clean and no jobs to do at the holiday house. Going away is suppose to be relaxing. Not a care in the world. - the lawn could’ve been mowed. I did get a knock at the door at 10am one day of our holiday asking if they could mow the front and back. I’m on holidays and I was woken by a knock. They were lovely but it’s not appropriate. - the key lock was left open - the counters are sticky - a billiard stick is broken but it was put together like it wasn’t - dodgy - the inside bins had rubbish in it for me to empty if I want to use it which I didn’t. All rubbish was placed in the bins outside. - dishes were left in the dishwasher for me to put away if I wanted to use the dishes and the dishwasher. I used some of the dishes and left what I didn’t. What I used I washed, dried and put them away. - the sinks had rubbish left in them - the seagull in the 2 single bed room has a broken beak which has been blutakked together. - there was rubbish left under the couches and something has been leaked out the back of the couch of the billiard room - if you feel the cold at night ( I don’t normally but I did here) pack an electric blanket for your bed. It was freezing. We won’t be back. Just not clean enough for me. Sorry.

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Amazing place to stay. Neat, tidy and clean

My partner and i stayed with another couple. It was a lovely place to get away. Close enough to Cowes it was about a 15 minute walk. And we were very lucky we had beautiful weather while we were there. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Also the pool table was a hit. Hours of entertainment. I would definitely come back to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clara P.

Amazing

Everything about this place was amazing . Location was great, close to everything. House was spotless and had everything you would need from board games, Xbox, pool tables and even had dog Bowles and beds for our dog. Can’t wait till we get a chance to come back. Thank you Joel and Bernadette for making our getaway amazing .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

Perfect house for a weekend get away! Thanks

We loved the house and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I would love to come back in Summer. Perfect setting with heaps to do around Philip Island. We even managed to see 2 Southern right whales, 2 hump backs and dolphins on our whale watching trip, it was amazing. The house was perfect and we loved the fact that we could bring our dog, there were plenty of games and movies and even bikes to ride in the garage. Thank you to our hosts, we will be back.

8/10 Good

Shireen C.

Fully modern and comfortable place

The rooms were comfortable. The pool table was a blast with the kids. The different spaces were great for a family with 4 kids to move around in. We really enjoyed the space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

Great family holiday

We stayed at Island Sands this past week and it was perfect.......we are a family with adult children and one grandchild........the outdoor area was fantastic......we ate dinner there each night. The property is in a lovely quiet location and a good walk into town.....plus a very short walk to the local playground. We would definately recommend this property and hope we can stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

KRISTY S.

Excellent Property!

We really enjoyed our stay, the property had everthing you need except the game console's did not work and there was not a Wii which my son was looking forward to. Overall it was a fantasic stay and we will be back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Great family house

Thanks for a great holiday! We throughly enjoyed Island Sands and it worked so well for our two families. The pool table was a big hit on the rainy days. We originally thought it might be a bit far from the town centre but is actually an easy 15min walk to Thomson Ave. it's easy to access everything on the Island. No down sides to this place at all. The notification about bin collection is a little unclear so just follow the neighbors (there seems to be collections everyday). And this time of year the plovers are breeding and can get a little testy so be mindful when out walking or you'll be victim of a swift swoop!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE R.

Lovely home

Was great for a couple of nights getaway! Found some fun games to play and plenty to keep is entertained on a couple of windy nights. Also nice and close to go into town.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Excellent!

We had a ball. Quiet court location, the house had everything you could need for a stay. It was clean & awesome that we could take our furry friend along with us. The billiard table was an added bonus and a cupboard full of games was fantastic!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ANDREW S.

Excellent property

We enjoyed our stay at the property. Very thoughtfully decorated and plannned

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