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 washing machine. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room and a garden. Plus 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 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Silverleaves Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Phillip Island - 16 min walk
Pino's Trattoria - 16 min walk
Chapel Lane - 14 min walk
Isola di Capri - 15 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 15 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.
Timmys Home at Cowes
About the home
“Timmys at Cowes” is a delightful older style family & pet friendly single-storey home in Cowes just a short drive or comfortable walk from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes, and a 5 minute walk to the pet friendly beach. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The open plan Dining/Family/Kitchen (with 50" smart TV) flows into a separate formal Lounge. A central hallway leads to Bedroom 1 at the end of the hallway with a chest of drawers & clothes rack, wall mounted 32" TV and access to the dual entry ensuite (with walk-in shower, toilet with grab bars & heated towel rail), Bedroom 2 features BIR and access to the dual-entry ensuite, and Bedroom 3 which has BIR. There is also a separate Bathroom (with shower over bath & toilet) plus a fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine) and a clothes dryer (located in the Games Room).
Outdoor Areas
The side of the home is a covered Pergola (with gas BBQ & table/chairs for 8) that overlooks the enclosed rear yard - perfect for children and pets. There is a shed that has been converted into a fantastic childrens games room (with 50" smart TV & DVD player, table tennis table, board games, drinks fridge, couch & a radio). The Double Carport provides space for 2 cars, with space for a further 2 vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in the long driveway.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, slow cooker, and air fryer, plus a double sink, fridge (plus 2nd drinks fridge in Games Room), double drawer dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There are two wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners; one in the Living room and the other in Bedroom 1, ceiling fans in all three Bedrooms, wall mounted electric heating in all bedrooms, plus one additional stand-alone fan and three stand-alone heaters which can be used where required.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 6 beds, and a fold-out bed, accommodating up to 9 guests:
Bedroom 1: One Queen bed Bedroom 2: Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 3: One Queen bed
There is also a fold out Single bed (stored in Bedroom 2) that can be used where required.
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.
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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
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Timmys Home at Cowes?
Yep, Timmys Home at Cowes is a short 5-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at Timmys Home at Cowes?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Timmys Home at Cowes on 20 Apr 2026 start from NZ$635, 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 Timmys Home at Cowes have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Timmys Home at 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 Timmys Home at Cowes is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Timmys Home at Cowes?
No, Timmys Home at Cowes does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Timmys Home at Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Timmys Home at Cowes Reviews
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8/10 Good
Melvyn R.
30 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, Good size back yard for my dog, nice quiet court, and overall comfort.