Summary: Finding the perfect getaway in Cowes has never been this easy! Welcome to Kookaburra Hideaway, the ideal home for your next holiday to Phillip Island. This family and pet-friendly rental has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and comfortably accommodates 8 guests. Beautiful living spaces, an upgraded kitchen, private bedrooms, and a huge backyard entertaining area provide plenty of space for everyone to feel at home. With proximity to the beach added in, there is no better place to spend your next holiday.
The Space: Kookaburra Hideaway is tucked away in a lovely residential neighbourhood, wonderful for families with children or those looking for a quiet place to retreat. Indoors, the spacious two-story residence provides all the comfortable features holiday travellers are looking for and the surrounding outdoor entertaining patio and lawns are brilliant for children’s play or even keeping an eye out for a visiting kookaburra or two.
A modern kitchen full of natural light is nicely equipped for cooking complete meals, with a pass-through to the covered patio for easy serving to the outdoor dining area. The adjacent cozy living room features a Smart TV for streaming your favorite shows or hosting a family movie night.
Each of the 4 bedrooms is styled with soothing tones to relax both the mind and body. Adults have their choice of king, queen, and double beds and the kids always have a great time sleeping in the bunk room. A safety gate securely closes off the top of the stairs for peace of mind when little ones are in residence.
Need to check in with the office or finish up an assignment? Virtual commuters and students alike will appreciate the quiet dedicated workspace on the second floor and blazing fast Wi-Fi throughout the home.
Outdoor entertaining is quite fun here, with a large, covered patio that has dining for 8 and a comfortable conversation area. Grill dinner in the shade on the BBQ or relax with a refreshing drink on the couch while keeping an eye on the kids playing in the fully fenced backyard.
On Property Amenities Include: • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the house • Comprehensive housewares package + standard small appliances • Highchair available • Fresh linens and bath essentials for every guest • In-residence washer and dryer • Stocked propane BBQ grill Phillip Island is well known for its natural beauty and Cowes is a wonderful beach town for families and couples looking to get away for a nice holiday. In addition to the home’s amazing features, the property is a short drive from all the renowned parks, beaches, family-friendly experiences, and penguin parades Phillip Island is known for. Must see highlights include Phillip Island Nature Parks, Antarctic Journey, Rhyll’s boardwalks, and historic Churchill Island.
Guest Access: The guest can get access to the property through a Lockbox with keys to the house
Other Things to Note: Kookaburra Hideaway has a private driveway, accommodating parking for up to 2 vehicles. Additional vehicles may park on the street, however, please do not block or park in neighbouring driveways.
There is a $30 surcharge per pet for all pets of any type/size. Host must be notified at the time of booking if you intend to bring a pet. Guests bringing unauthorized pets on property may be assessed a penalty.
We hope you have lots of laughter and fun times during your holiday! However, as Kookaburra Hideaway is in a residential area guests must be mindful and keep noise to a minimum, especially during nighttime hours.
If you want to stay active during your holiday, in partnership with Phillip Island Gym we are offering 30% on Casual and Week Passes. Use our code on request.
For a quick wash/dry of clothes, we offer 15% discount at Phillip Island Laundromat. Code on Request.
Interaction with Guests: The host is available through the platform, or by phone in case of emergencies
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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Cowes is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cowes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Phillip Island - 4 min drive
Chapel Lane - 4 min drive
Isola di Capri - 4 min drive
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 4 min drive
Pino's Trattoria - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath on 29 May 2026 start from AU$250, 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 Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath located?
Situated in Cowes, this holiday home is within a 10-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
9.8
Exceptional
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Hi Lisa,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay with our nice family home. It’s our goal to make every guest's experience as comfortable and seamless as possible, and we're so happy to know we succeeded. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime! 😊😊
Best regards,
Matt
We had a great time at this property. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the place and it has all the comforts of home. The location is within an easy stroll to the beach and an easy drive to Cowes. I would highly recommend this property to other families.
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house. Very comfortable and nicely furnished, fabulous deck, massive backyard. It’s also in a great spot with a short under 10 min walk to the most peaceful beach. Loved it and hope to come back again one day. Thank you!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay! There was some confusion with the key code but host was available via phone on first ring to assist (suggest noting their number down before arriving as mobile coverage caused us to be stuck for a while with slow connection to log in and access their number). House was as advertised. Everything we needed and expected was available, nothing required heavy cleaning before use. Designed for families with young kids inclusive as I felt safe for my toddler to run around the back and the rest of house as there were gates and fences that would stop them from accessing anywhere unsafe. It's definitely a wonderful home away from home, in an excellent location. Will be saving this as favourite for returning for future visits to the island!
A family of 6 adults celebrating a 60th birthday enjoyed a lovely long weekend at this well presented accommodation.
Communication and check in was seamless, Mathijs communicated with timely emails from the time of booking; we did not need to contact him because everything was well catered for.
A fully fenced back yard meant our pooch was secure, whilst we enjoyed sitting out on the undercover deck watching the visiting kookaburras (the hammock was well used).
The induction cooktop took a bit of getting used to (make sure you use the correct pots).
The lounge area has comfortable couches and the dining area seats 8; we all agreed the beds were comfortable and we all slept well.
I would imagine the bedrooms which are all situated upstairs, getting warm in Summer, and there are no fly screens on any windows however there is a central air conditioner in the upstairs sitting area (as well as downstairs) that works very well.
We would happily stay here again. Thank you Mathijs for your wonderful hospitality
Nice property but a little inaccurate with the listing.
Pros:
The location was great, walkable to a local beach.
Great outdoor patio.
Good hotwater system.
House was clean and well maintained.
Internet was strong but weak out on the patio.
Weber BBQ was clean and in good order.
Cons:
House was smaller than expected (wide angle lenses in listing photos)
TV reception was constantly dropping signal. Has a settop box receiver than always needed fiddling to get get signal. Settop remote never worked, had to manually change channels (no instructions provided).
Cook top was induction and there were only 2 induction pots that were suitable. All other pots did not work with the cooktop.
Weber BBQ, but no tongs, but has a flipper utensil only.
Was advised there was a room on ground floor, but all rooms were upstairs (elderly parents struggled with the stairs)
Advised there were fans in all rooms, no fans in the house were found. Owner offered to supply fans through email communication , but never delivered as promised.
Simon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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