A family-friendly stay in Cowes awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Silverleaves Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Pino's Trattoria - 3 min drive
SAYANG - 20 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 3 min drive
Chapel Lane - 2 min drive
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.
The Seascape Shack in Cowes
About the home
“The Seascape Shack” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a short walk from the beach and comfortable walk or drive to the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The large open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen (with 50" smart TV & Coonara-style wood heater) flows through to Bedroom 1, the first Bathroom (with shower & toilet), and Bedroom 2 & 3 (each with BIR). A hallway leads towards the rear of the home with a home office space (set up to enable 2 people to WFH with two desks, office chairs, two monitors (with Hdmi cables) and two laptop stands), Bedroom 4 & 5 (each with BIR), and a Laundry (with washing machine) that provides access to the second Bathroom (with shower & toilet).
Outdoor Areas
Entertaining is a dream, with a Servery window from the Kitchen opening straight onto the fully covered rear deck (with gas BBQ, 8-seater table, 32" TV with chromecast, rocking egg chair and zip-lock blinds) which overlooks the fully enclosed rear yard and is perfect for families, featuring table & chairs and lounge set, two sun umbrellas, a trampoline for the kids, and a hot/cold outdoor shower. The sun umbrellas and cushions for the lounge set are located on the deck. The deck itself also has clear blinds that are able to be opened or closed to make the space functional regardless of the weather and conditions.
The front yard is also enclosed, and there is parking for up to 3 vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in the carport and driveway (the Garage is not for guest use).
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Nespresso pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, sandwich press, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, 900mm electric oven and electric cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There is a wall mounted reverse cycle airconditioner in the Living/Kitchen/Dining room. There are ceiling fans in bedroom 2, bedroom 3 and bedroom 4. The home has five additional stand-alone heaters and fans (one in each bedroom) which can be used where required as well. There is a Coonara wood-heater in the Living Room (some wood provided to get you started).
Bedding Configuration
This home has 9 beds, accommodating up to 13 guests:
Bedroom 1: One Tri-bunk bed Bedroom 2: One Queen bed Bedroom 3: One Queen bed Bedroom 4: One Queen bed Bedroom 5: One set of Single bunks, one Single Trundle bed and one Single bed
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, 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_393
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to The Seascape Shack in Cowes?
Yep, The Seascape Shack in Cowes is a short 5-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at The Seascape Shack in Cowes?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Seascape Shack in Cowes on 20 Apr 2026 start from NZ$592, 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 The Seascape Shack in Cowes have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is The Seascape Shack 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 The Seascape Shack in Cowes is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Seascape Shack in Cowes?
No, The Seascape Shack in Cowes does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Seascape Shack in Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Seascape Shack in Cowes?
No, pets are not allowed.
The Seascape Shack in Cowes Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judi H.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Escape
Perfect property for our needs. Comfy beds. well laid out with 2 bathrooms. Loved the deck area with window to pass food through from fully equiped kitchen.Plenty of activities for children including small trampoline. Easy walk to lovely beach.Friendly neighbours too.
Judi H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gina A.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house
We were very impressed with the house and it easily accommodated our group of 10. Location is handy to various places of interest.