A family-friendly stay in Cowes awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .With a stay at this Cowes holiday home, you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Ventnor Beach and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Ventnor Bushland Reserve.
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
Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Pino's Trattoria - 5 min drive
Chapel Lane - 5 min drive
Isola di Capri - 6 min drive
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 6 min drive
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Clifden Cottage in Cowes
About the home
"Clifden Cottage" is a lovely 3 bedroom home in the Red Rocks area of Cowes - close to the beach! Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living room (with coonara wood heater, large screen smart TV) provides access to the rear deck and yard. The central hallway leads from the Living room to the fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer), central Bathroom (with bath, shower and toilet) and a second separate toilet. All three Bedrooms have BIR.
Outdoor Areas
The covered rear alfresco (with BBQ and outdoor setting) is perfect to entertain the family, the fully enclosed large rear yard is great for kids and pets and has a hot & cold outdoor shower available up the side of the house opposite to the driveway (accessible only from the backyard) to rinse off after the beach. The front covered deck runs the length of the home.
Kitchen
The fully appointed main kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, Aldi pod coffee machine, etc. plus a double sink, large pantry, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and induction cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There is a wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioner in the living room, plus a coonara wood heater. There are also ceiling fans in all three bedrooms plus 2 electric heaters in each of the BIR as well.
Bedroom Configuration
This home has 4 beds accommodating up to 7 guests:
Bedroom 1: One King bed Bedroom 2: One Queen bed Bedroom 3: One Tri-bunk
Please note: The Tri-bunk has a double bed base with a single bed above it.
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.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
48_187
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Clifden Cottage in Cowes?
Yep, Clifden Cottage in Cowes is a short 6-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at Clifden Cottage in Cowes?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clifden Cottage in Cowes on 20 Apr 2026 start from NZ$765, 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.
Does Clifden Cottage in Cowes have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Clifden Cottage in Cowes family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Clifden Cottage in Cowes is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clifden Cottage in Cowes?
No, Clifden Cottage in Cowes does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Clifden Cottage in Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Clifden Cottage in Cowes Reviews
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Wonderful
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Justin M.
1 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The agent was awesome, hassle free and very friendly. House was great, layout, cleanliness and very comfortable, bravo!
Justin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jacquie M.
9 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family weekend stay. Fantastic back yard for the dogs and toddler friendly. Clean and comfortable with all the home comforts. Only complaint that there was only enough wood for the Coonara for the first night which was disappointing.
Jacquie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Melissa R.
25 Feb 2025
Lovely cottage but overpriced
Cottage is lovely and I'm a nice peaceful area but at the price we paid per night you would expect some nicer touches. I think the price included an excessive cleaning fee but the cottage wasn't very clean, the bathrub was dirty and we found a cockroach. One of the bins hadn't been emptied from a previous guest. The beds were super hard, I ended up with a bad back which really ruined our holiday and there were other things that just felt really tight. Like no coffee and only two rolls of toilet paper. We also had to bring our own linen and towels because they wanted to charge an extra fee for that. If you're charging so much a night youd expect that to be included in the price. Overall probably wouldn't book again even if it was cheaper purely because of the bed.
Melissa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Siobhan M.
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Siobhan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elaine M.
26 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
My friend & I had a Wonderful stay at this accommodation. Extremely clean, good facilities, handy & quiet location. Loved it!