8/10 Good
Alison Z.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highland Ave
Alison Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Entire home
Cowes Beach and Boat House
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
COWES, VIC
- Cowes Beach7 min walk
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park
- Phillip Island Ferry Dock3 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Room 2
1 Queen Bed
Room 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Cowes Beach and Boat House
Escape to this charming and peaceful holiday home in Cowes, Phillip Island — just minutes from the beach, boat ramp, and local attractions. Located in a quiet and family-friendly neighbourhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect balance of comfort, privacy, and convenience for your next coastal getaway.
Enjoy spacious open-plan living with a cozy Coonara wood heater for winter stays and split-system air conditioning for summer comfort. The well-appointed kitchen is fully equipped with electric appliances, perfect for preparing meals to enjoy on the outdoor deck or front verandah.
Each bedroom is thoughtfully positioned to provide guests with their own private space. The home includes two bathrooms (one with a shower over bath), a large driveway with room for two cars plus boat or caravan storage, and outdoor areas ideal for relaxing in sun or shade.
Pet-friendly (outdoors only) and secured with external entry-point cameras, this delightful Phillip Island home is perfect year-round.
*Please note that linen is not included when booking this property*
Guests are required to bring their own sheets, pillowcases, towels, bathmats and tea towels.
Alternatively, a link to a local linen hire company will be provided with your booking confirmation.
You will need to complete an online check-in form (Guests are required to provide a photo identification and credit card) closer to your arrival date. If you are not comfortable with this requirement, please refrain from making a booking.
Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
A security deposit of AUD500 is required for all confirmed reservations. This will be processed via an online link 7 days prior to arrival and will be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to an inspection of the property.
Please note that the Victorian Government has implemented a levy on short-stay accommodations. Starting January 1st, 2025, bookings of less than 28 days will incur the "short stay levy" in addition to the accommodation cost. For further details, please visit the SRO website.
Enjoy spacious open-plan living with a cozy Coonara wood heater for winter stays and split-system air conditioning for summer comfort. The well-appointed kitchen is fully equipped with electric appliances, perfect for preparing meals to enjoy on the outdoor deck or front verandah.
Each bedroom is thoughtfully positioned to provide guests with their own private space. The home includes two bathrooms (one with a shower over bath), a large driveway with room for two cars plus boat or caravan storage, and outdoor areas ideal for relaxing in sun or shade.
Pet-friendly (outdoors only) and secured with external entry-point cameras, this delightful Phillip Island home is perfect year-round.
*Please note that linen is not included when booking this property*
Guests are required to bring their own sheets, pillowcases, towels, bathmats and tea towels.
Alternatively, a link to a local linen hire company will be provided with your booking confirmation.
You will need to complete an online check-in form (Guests are required to provide a photo identification and credit card) closer to your arrival date. If you are not comfortable with this requirement, please refrain from making a booking.
Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
A security deposit of AUD500 is required for all confirmed reservations. This will be processed via an online link 7 days prior to arrival and will be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to an inspection of the property.
Please note that the Victorian Government has implemented a levy on short-stay accommodations. Starting January 1st, 2025, bookings of less than 28 days will incur the "short stay levy" in addition to the accommodation cost. For further details, please visit the SRO website.
Property manager
OBrien Real Estate
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Amenities
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Churchill Island Marine National Park, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
COWES, VIC
What's nearby
- Cowes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - 3 min drive
- The Jetty Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Fig & Olive at Cowes - 2 min drive
- G'Day Tiger - 2 min drive
- Saigon Maggie - 3 min drive
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Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
8.8/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Linda P.
18 Jan 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Linda P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
2/10 Terrible
Sarah D.
29 Jan 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a let down
Sarah D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Kristen P.
27 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is what it is.
Kristen P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Colleen C.
21 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great big spacious house
Colleen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew B.
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quality home
Matthew B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Monique C.
19 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, clean home! Perfect for a Phillip Island Getaway
Monique C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
7 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend away
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maree D., Prahran, Australia
16 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely stay, realestate agent needs to improve comms
Maree D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amber M.
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Amber M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
6/10 Okay
Natalia O.
17 Nov 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Between the cushions
Natalia O.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
21 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Trudi R.
12 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property close to everything
Trudi R.
8/10 Good
Kirsten J.
28 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a quiet stay, away from traffic
Kirsten J.
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
16 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
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