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The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,

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Bedroom 3 QS bed -

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,


Smell the serenity!

Handy to town but with a peaceful bush outlook. The property backs directly onto to the Cowes Foreshore Reserve, with an 8 minute walk via bush tracks leading you to the beautiful calm waters of Red Rocks Beach. You will see lots of wallabies and maybe even an echidna.

Suits young families or a multi generation holiday.

Dog and kid friendly - the back garden is securely fenced

Note: not a big party house - due to close proximity of neighbours. More a 'relax on the deck and gather round the firepit' vibe.

We have three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Sleeps up to 8, with 5 seperate beds

Sleeping accommodation consists of:
Bedroom 1- queen size bed
Bedroom 2 - queen size bed.
Bedroom 3 - double bed and 2 single beds. This room has a TV with DVD player.


The kitchen and both bathrooms have been fully renovated. The kitchen has a ceramic cooktop, oven, dishwasher, microwave, airfryer and large fridge freezer. The island bench is a popular place to gather.

The living area has ample comfy seating, a large flat screen TV, gas heating and a split system for heating/cooling.
Free WIFI with access to Netflix, Prime and Stan.

The dining table seats 6-8, with extra seating at the Island bench .
Plenty of cutlery, dishes and glasses for everyone.

There is also a travel cot, high chair and baby bath available.
All the bedrooms have ceiling fans.


NOTE: No Schoolies or Uni groups

The house is dog friendly. Sorry no cats due to family allergies.
The backyard has strong fences and gates but please note that the driveway gates are just under 1m high. So depending on how big or determined your dog is to escape, this may not be the house for you.

The covered deck is ideal for dog napping. If inside, please keep dogs off furniture and beds. A dog bed and dog bowls can be provided.

Red Rocks Beach, our closest beach, allows dogs on lead from 7am to 10am and 5pm to 8pm from 1st December to 30th April. Off lead beaches are in Ventnor and from the Anderson boat ramp to the Cowes yacht club. A leaflet in the house has full details.

Please keep your dog on lead when walking through the bush - safer for the wildlife and for them - they may get lost if they chase off after a wallaby.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

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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: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Please have consideration for our neighbours. Keep the noise down on the deck after 11pm gathering around the fire-pit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9160350
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 next to a golf course and 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 Phillip Island Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider A Maze'N Things, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cowes Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 75 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach, on 12 June 2026 start from AU$361, including 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 The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach,?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Shebeen - family friendly close to the beach, located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Ventnor Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Z.

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

Family Getaway

We had a lovely holiday. It was a very relaxing time for all at the house with a great yard for our dogs. The owner responded quickly to any questions and would gladly go again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Hosting Margaret and her family was a pleasure and they are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from host. House is as described. A short walk to the beach through bush and about 7 minutes drive into town. Plenty of tech if the weather not so great and you need to stay in. We had great weather so didn't really use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Great place to stay with the family

We had a great time here with the extended family. I loved that the track to the beach was filled with butterflies and that there were no roads that we needed to cross. Beach is kid friendly. Town centre was close enough to ride to but a little far to walk. The house is set up nicely and we had a great time spending the nights playing cards on the back deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shona B.

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

Christmas on the island

A most enjoyable family getaway was had at the Shebeen. We were greeted with a bottle of bubbly in the fridge which went down very well on Christmas morning! It was lovely sitting out on the deck on Christmas Day, having a bbq lunch. Other days were spent out there and also lazing about in the hammock and having margaritas on the picnic table under the shade of the umbrella. The deck and backyard really were the highlight of the property, as was the Phillip Island Coastal Reserve backing right onto the property. We frequently spotted the gorgeous local wallabies and some really interesting bird life. Red Rocks beach was great to go exploring and have a splash around in. Thanks Rosie!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torbien B.

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

Sheeben Review

We had a great time at the sheebeen (group of 10). House was fantastic with a great outdoor entertaining area and backyard. Backs directly onto a nature reserve and beach. Urban enough to be easily accessible but remote enough to make you feel you're in nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. You and your friends were great guests and are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH P.

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

Great and Relaxing

The property was very welcoming and restful. Great location and the house has everything you could ever want. Rosie was great with communicating and I would be very happy to stay at Shebeen again. Deb
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chlodaugh C.

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

Brilliant property and location!

Loved the place would love to stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

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

The Shebeen

We had a lovely couple of days. The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. Rosie was very generous with check in/check out times so we were all able to relax. Will definitely book again. Thank you Rosie
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom r.

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

Amazing house!

Spent a weekend here with some friends had an absolute blast! Property was large with ample room and great extras like the fire pit and dart board! We were never bored and loved how the property backed onto a nature reserve! Will be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Must do again

It was like home away from home. Superb.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie C.

Family stay at The Shebeen

We all loved the house- it was perfect mix of beach house charm and comfort- with everything you could possibly need. We loved the National park and wallabies out the back- the kids had a great time exploring- and so did our dog! Thank you so much.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay. You and your family were great guests. We are very lucky to have that direct bush access to the beach - I never tire of seeing the wallabies, and echdnas too sometimes.
Verified

8/10 Good

LARA M.

Comfortable, fuss-free house in great location

We had a lovely stay at The Shebeen. Loved seeing the wallabies on our walks to the beach, ate all of our meals on the generously sized deck and appreciated the comfortable living area. Great communication from Rosie the owner. Thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Fantastic extended family accommodation

The Shebeen was an awesome spot for our family to catch up and unwind. The back yard was secure for our dogs, the location close enough to the beach and the house had everything that we needed including baby equipment (high chair and camp cot). There was air con for the very hot days and plenty of fans to ensure everyone was cool. Rosemary was helpful but not hovering ........ we had the most wonderful week with our extended family and fur babies. Thanks Rosemary - we had the best week of holidays!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2020
We are always delighted when other people get to enjoy our little slice of heaven when we can't. Kim and family were great guests and are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh K.

Lovely cosy home and specially very helpful,friendly,owner assisted holiday house.

Comfortable house with good size backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

SHARON A.

Very Comfortable

We really enjoyed our stay and found the beds were really comfortable and the area was really well set out and useable. The deck is great and we used the area a lot as it flowed well. Everything we needed was there plus more. Thank you Rosie for a wonderful break after a hectic week. Just nice to relax and catch up
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Great location, dog-friendly, well equipped

My family (2 adults, 2 kids and a dog) spent a lovely weekend at the Shebeen in January 2016. The house is in a great location - we enjoyed our stroll from the back yard through the bush to the beach. We brought our elderly dog with us and it was comforting to know that he was secure while we explored other attractions on the island (Penguin Parade, A Maze 'N' Things). Dogs aren't allowed off-lead on the beach at the back of the property, but he loved his swim at the dog-beach at the end of Graydens Road. The owner, Rosie, was extremely helpful and accommodating. The house also offers lots of games, books etc and a fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Unfortunately we didn't have time to take full advantage of these, but this would be a perfect place for a large group to spend an extended holiday. Hopefully we will come back for a longer stay some time in the future.
Archival

8/10 Good

Tim B.

Very homely :)

Comfortable stay.. would come again.. close enough to walk to the beach..
Archival

8/10 Good

MARY H.

Great value

A great little house at a good price. Plenty of space for the four of us with 3 couches and 2 bathrooms
Archival

8/10 Good

Loved the amenities provided, e.g. firewood, darts, football, games, books, prime location: close

Loved the amenities provided, e.g. firewood, darts, football, games, books, prime location: close to the beach and shops
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The house was perfect for us and we loved the entire experience.

The house was perfect for us and we loved the entire experience.

About the host

Hosted by Rosemary McClean

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We are Rosie and Peter, The Irish connection is Rosie, who hails from Donegal but has called Australia home since 1989.

We live in Melbourne, but are only a phone call away if you need help or have any questions. In an emergency we have supportive friends nearby who can assist you. The keys to the house are accessed via a key safe, which you will be provided the code for, along with full instructions for the house.

Why they chose this property

We love to travel and know the importance of having a comfortable, clean place to stay. The Shebeen is not fancy, but it is relaxing. It is in Cowes, (with all the benefits of shops and restaurants close by) but is very quiet and crowd free, even in high season.

What makes this property unique

The Shebeen backs onto a reserve. An 8 minute walk on bush and beach tracks takes you to Red Rocks Beach.

You will see the local Wallabies (not for very long as they bound away) but sometimes they come up and watch us through the back fence.
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