A family-friendly stay in Cowes awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washing machine. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Cowes holiday home include Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cowes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Silverleaves Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Pino's Trattoria - 2 min drive
SAYANG - 2 min drive
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 19 min walk
Chapel Lane - 18 min walk
Hotel Phillip Island - 3 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.
Sandy Beach House Cowes
About the home
“Sandy Beach House Cowes” is a delightful double-storey family home in Cowes just 150m from the beach in Cowes, and an easy 10 minute walk (or 3 minute drive) to the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Downstairs is the large Living Room (with smart 55" TV), central Kitchen with open plan Dining Room, the small second Living Room (with DVD player & 37" TV) and Laundry (with washing machine, a separate Toilet & access to the rear yard). There is also direct access into the double Garage from the second Living Room. Upstairs is Bedroom 1 which features a WIR and ensuite (with shower & toilet), Bedroom 2 & 3 (each with BIR), a bathroom (with bath & shower) plus a separate Toilet.
Outdoor Areas
The newly built rear covered pergola area (with gas BBQ, tables & chairs for 10 people) overlooks the enclosed rear yard which is perfect for children. There is also an outdoor shower. The double Garage has internal access into the home, and has been converted into a fantastic Games Room (with table tennis table, darts, hookey, bar stools & table, bar fridge & 56" TV). No car parking is available inside the carpet tiled Garage (Jet Skis & motorbikes can fit & there is a rear roller door leading to a large concrete area behind the garage for safe storage). There is space for up to 3 vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in front of the Garage & in the driveway.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Delongi Nespresso pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge (& bar fridge in the Garage), dishwasher, gas oven and cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There is a wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioner in the main Living room, ceiling fans in Bedrooms 1 and 2, a pedestal fan in Bedroom 3, plus three additional stand-alone heaters (stored in the bedrooms) which can be used where required. Please note the gas fire place is not operational.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 6 beds, and 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 10 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): One Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): One Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): One set of Single Bunks and Two Single beds
The main Living room also has a Double sofa bed/divan that can accommodate up to 2 adults or children.
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, irrespective of whether school-leavers are part of the official Schoolies Program. 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
No pets allowed
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_402
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Sandy Beach House Cowes?
Yep, Sandy Beach House Cowes is a short 2-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Beach House Cowes?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Beach House Cowes on 20 Apr 2026 start from NZ$701, 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 Sandy Beach House Cowes have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Sandy Beach House Cowes family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Sandy Beach House Cowes is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandy Beach House Cowes?
No, Sandy Beach House Cowes does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Sandy Beach House Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Sandy Beach House Cowes?
No, pets are not allowed.
Sandy Beach House Cowes Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Gail B.
14 Apr 2024
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Fabulous
Wonderful property, so close to the beach! Just what we needed.