"Phillip Sunshine Retreat" is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Cowes only 120m from Thompson Avenue with all its shops, restaurants, cafe's etc. Some of the many features of this home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Downstairs is the open plan kitchen / dining / living room (with smart tv) plus a second large central living room (with pool table, fuzbol table & smart tv) . Off this central living room are bedrooms 1 - 4, plus two separate bathrooms (each with shower & toilet) and a separate laundry. Upstairs is bedroom 5 (with walk in robe) and bedroom 6 (with built in robe) and the third bathroom (with shower & toilet).
Outdoor Areas
There is a fully covered outdoor area just outside the living / dining room equipped with an outdoor BBQ (gas) and with an outdoor setting for 10. Parking for up to 3 cars is provided; one in the carport immediately outside the entrance to the home and 2 in designated parking bays in the visitor parking near the front of the block.
The home is situated on the same block as 8 separate one-bedroom Villa's (Sunshine Retreat Villas 1-8) previously known as "Cottages for Two".
Kitchen
The fully appointed main kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, Aldi coffee pod machine, etc. plus a single sink, pantry, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has 8 wall mounted reverse cycle heating & airconditioning units; one in each of the 6 bedrooms, plus one in each of the two living areas.
Bedroom Configuration:
This home has 14 beds, accommodating up to18 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Downstairs) : Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 3 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed Bedroom 4 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed and One set of Single bunks Bedroom 5 (Upstairs) : Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 6 (Upstairs) : One Queen bed
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
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Parking available
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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
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 activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Ferry Dock and A Maze'N Things. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching and wildlife walks.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 72 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Phillip Island - 14 min walk
Pino's Trattoria - 13 min walk
Chapel Lane - 10 min walk
Isola di Capri - 14 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Phillip Sunshine Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Phillip Sunshine Retreat?
As of 24 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phillip Sunshine Retreat on 6 July 2026 start from AU$550, 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 Phillip Sunshine Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Phillip Sunshine Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Phillip Sunshine Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Phillip Sunshine Retreat located?
This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property is great for large groups. However the entrance andoutside of the
Linda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2023
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. It looks like it might have been cut off, but we've sent someone around to clean up the entrance and outside area of the home, and arranged for them to come regularly. We hope to see you again soon!
Fantastic house. Close to the main street, everything we needed was close at hand. Can highly recommend this house. Thank you
Jacki J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Shane T.
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disappointing
Luckily for us the weather in Cowes was pretty good so we didn’t spend a lot of time at the house. On the days it rained it exposed the multiple holes in the roof which appeared to have been there for sometime. We reported this and a guy came out and said, “they told me there was a report of a small leak” but this is much bigger than that” and we never saw him again. We also reported a leak from the dishwasher that was never attended too. Great location, but overall the property was a disappointment when you are paying 1,000 a night..
Shane T.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2025
Thank you for your message. We have processes in place to address any issues which arise at homes including having generalist and specialist trades people assess and repair any issues such as roof leaks and faulty dishwashers. Skilled trades people used the information supplied by the handyperson who visited the home during your stay to fix these issues.