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Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!

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Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Leisure Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Cowes

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Cowes, within just a 10-minute stroll of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a fenced private garden, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Cowes holiday home include Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Leisure Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!

Cowes Retreat is a beautifully furnished, light-filled house only a 5 minute walk to beach and Main Street Cowes. Your furry family members are most welcome to come and enjoy your holidays with you at Cowes Retreat.

We also offer an early check in of 10am and a late check out of 4pm wherever possible (subject to availability)!
Our house is fully fenced and has high gates so it is very safe and private for your children and pets.

Secure parking behind high, private gates for cars, motorcycles and boats.

Cowes Retreat is the perfect place for your weekend getaway - ideal for family, friends and couples.
Our house is only a 5 minutes walk to the beautiful Westernport Bay beach where the sunsets and sunrises are incredible to watch! Its also only a 5 min walk to the lively town centre of Cowes with restaurants, cafes, shopping and supermarkets.
Wake up in the morning and enjoy your beach walk before breakfast, or have a BBQ in the evening with your friends. Modern furnishings and fixtures guarantees you will be back again.

The places to visit and things to do on the island are endless but the one everyone comes to the Island for is the Penguin Parade - this is not to be missed!! There is something for everyone. You could hire a bike or enjoy a stroll along the beach. Kids can enjoy Amaze N Things, mini golf, bowling, Go Karts at the GP track and visit Seal Rocks where up to 6000 fur seals hang out. Adults can enjoy a round of golf, tennis, bowling or take a cruise around the island. There are Art & Craft shops and Souvenir shops to visit. While you are there why not visit the Pyramid Rocks, Conservation Hill & Rhyll Inlet, Churchill Island, Sawn Lake or Forest Caves.

****** SORRY, NO SCHOOLIES OR YOUNG GROUPS******

SLEEPING CONFIGURATION

Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 x Single beds

We also have a porta cot available.

We provide doonas with covers, pillows and a tea towel, so you'll only need to bring your own top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, bath towels and bath mat. Linen can be provided for $25/bed. For our Australian Moto GP booking, we provide full linen for all beds.
*Block out dates apply

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please feel free to smoke outside our house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Our pet fee is $15/night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Our property is fully fenced & super safe for kids

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please feel free to smoke outside our house.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cowes Retreat Holiday House
Cowes Retreat Holiday
Cowes Retreat Holiday House
Cowes Retreat Pet Friendly Holiday House!!!
Cowes Retreat *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!
Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! Cowes
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!?

Yep, Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! is a short 5-minute walk from Cowes Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find motor boats.

Does Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!?

No, Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Cowes Retreat - *Pet Friendly* Holiday House!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sam J.

Great property!!

Everything we wanted for a very nice few days away!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for our family weekend getaway. Close to everything, quite neighborhood, very comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cj'sAerialPhotography U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean house great spot and our cat was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Solmaz T.

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

Kids friendly and good location

We enjoyed our stay with two kids. The host was very helpful with good communication and smoth/easy check in-out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

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

Excellent

Great property, location and host
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Good location, perfect for the family and pooch!

The house was great, great location, good yard for the dog, quiet area (also good for the dog), walking distance to the beach and main street. Communication with the host was great, really responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Great weekend away

A very enjoyable weekend with the house ticking a lot of boxes- comfortable, good position (short walking distance to Cowes shops & beach) and safe for our pups. Also, very easy & friendly communication & checking in process.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Birthday weekend celebrations

Location is great everything you need in walking distance.The house is super clean has a great vibe Big shout out to Sharon and the cleaning teamThank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

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

Great location and value

This property was great value and had everything we needed. It was in a great location, dog friendly, and family friendly. We stayed with some family friends and had a great time. My daughter keeps asking if way can go back to 'the Phillip Island house'. The manager was great - friendly, clear, and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dieter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house, we’ll equipped & close to all shops in Cowes. Recommend it highly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey N.

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

Nice location

The house is ideal for people who bring their dog. Secured gates etc. Location is excellent. 5 mins walk to Cowes. Proprietor is very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

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

Weekend Stay

The property was clean, light and bright. Spacious enough 2 people for a weekend away. It had everything we needed. Would definately stay there again. Host was very flexible with check in and out times and available for contact.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

Long weekend at Cowes Retreat

A great holiday house in a perfect location- minutes to the dog beach & to the Main Street. Sharon was an excellent host, making us feel very welcome, including our 2 pooches! Clean, cosy, great fenced off garden- safe for children & dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sok U.

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

Home away from home

Host was very responsive and proactive in her communications with us. The property was clean and had all things we need, good location and enjoyable as a short or long stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Terrific property, Spick and span with all the comforts you require…..except wifi, wifi would make the property perfect😊 fantastic and helpful communication as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asha R.

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

Perfect!

This place was absolutely perfect for what we needed. Great, tidy house with a very secure yard for our 2 two year olds to run around in. Sharon is such a pleasure to deal with, very helpful and prompt. Will definitely book our next stay in Cowes here. Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

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

Lovely place and host

Wonderful host, Sharon was extremely kind and helpful. The property is in a great location, minutes walk to the beach and town. Clean and comfortable. Great holiday place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali W.

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

Beautiful house with everything we needed. Close to town and beach.

Thank you Sharon for being a wonderful host. We loved our stay at your beautiful house. Close to everything, sparkling clean and comfy. Walker family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate W.

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

Great pet friendly accommodation in Cowes.

Great location with an easy walk to shops and beach. Easy driving access to everything on Phillip Island. Dog friendly with fully fenced garden which was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Wonderful Stay

Great location and lovely house. Wished we had of booked it for longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Great place

Lovely place to stay we look forward to visiting again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

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

Convenient, clean and affordable

The owner was friendly. The place was clean accessible and conveniently located, 5 mins walk to the beach, restaurants and other essentials. Will go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and perfect for dogs

Great venue with clear communication from the owner. Was a little unkept / dusty / pet hair under beds but this can be easily resolved.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mardi K.

Well appointed and comfortable getaway

We enjoyed our stay! Lovely house with a great, secure yard for dogs. I found the whole process easy & stress free. Thanks Sharon
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Bronwyn J.

Great pet friendly accommodation

Great location. Yard secure for our dogs. Would recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019