Island Home is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday house within walking distance to Local shops, restaurants and pubs, perfect for couples or families. There's 2 bedrooms with a queen bed each and a third bedroom with 2 singles (1xbunk). And an extra trundle. The master bedroom has its own ensuite with shower and vanity unit but there’s just one toilet in the house. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing your own meals but it’s hand washing up as there’s no dishwasher. Large open plan living area, with large 55 inch t.v with free Netflix & Stan, dvd, stereo system, reverse cycle air conditioning, and woodheater. Backyard with large deck, garden and BBQ. Dogs welcome, they're allowed inside, plus the property is fully fenced.
*Please Note: Linen is not provided except for Moto Gp and Superbike bookings, you will need to bring your own Pillowcases, top & bottom sheets & bath towels. Bath mats, Hand towels & tea towels are provided.
*The minimum stay duration is 2 nights. *All long weekends are a minimum 3 night stay. *Bookings from Xmas through January school holidays are minimum 5 night stay. *Note- No Schoolies or young groups accepted. *Linen can be supplied at an extra charge of $25 per person
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre. A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Cowes Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Silverleaves Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Somerville Station - 73 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 141 min drive
Restaurants
Pino's Trattoria - 19 min walk
SAYANG - 11 min walk
Chapel Lane - 18 min walk
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 20 min walk
La Porchetta - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi on 17 Jan 2026 start from £157, 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.
How much is parking at Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Island Home - True Pet Friendly with Wifi located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Phillip Island Wildlife Park, Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Leisure Centre. Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was absolutely gorgeous and in a very walkable location to the main shops. Spacious and immaculately kept, lots of natural light and great fireplace, and it was safe and secure for pups, we will absolutely be back - thank you for a lovely long weekend!
Lovely house, very comfortable, nice & close to a park around the corner for the dogs which they loved. Definately would stay again & would recommend to friends.
Kim C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
12 Dec 2007
This was a fantastic and comfortable house to stay in , and made our trip more enjoyable. It was spa
This was a fantastic and comfortable house to stay in , and made our trip more enjoyable. It was spacious and equipped with many useful appliances. It was only a short drive to the local shops and beaches, and would definitely recommend this house to others!!
This was our second stay on the property. Comfortable property with lovely garden to relax in. Secure garden for the dog.We enjoyed our weekend away. Good location and easy to walk to the Main Street and beach. Thank you Josh!
Thanks Josh for a great weekend getaway!
The house is well located close to town, in a quiet area and offers very comfortable accommodation with a 'homely' fell. Good sized and fully secure yard for the dogs and younger kids.
We'll be back!
Bright, homely and fun. Nephews enjoyed playing music and board games. We enjoyed relaxing and reading. So close to Main Street in cowes, walked most places which was perfect when traffic got busier.
Loved the house and the garden. Very relaxing. Carnival nearby was a little noisy over the new year holiday but not too bad. Would definitely stay here again. Thankyou.
A lovely escape…that had a clean freshness thought out. You could just relax straight away and enjoy the bird life and the sweet ringtails in the evening…our dog enjoyed exploring the outside with great pleasure.
Thanks Josh for a perfect family break!
The house was spacious, comfortable, clean and well equiped , for everything we needed. The kids enjoyed being close to the centre of Cowes, easy walking distance to shops, beach, peer and ice cream. Yet located in quiet and peaceful environment . Well fenced back yard for the pooch.
We'll be back !
The garden and home were aesthetically pleasing and all the household equipment we required during our stay was provided. The living area is split in a ‘L’ shape which gives the option for two activities to be occurring simultaneously without interrupting each other. Conveniently located and pet friendly. Highly recommend.
Great little getaway, with only positive feedback from whole family.
Responsive owner who was very helpful.
Thanks Josh we loved our stay and would come again!
This is a lovely property. The communication with the owner is fantastic, more than we've had at previous properties.
The couches are very low and need a good clean as there is a lot of dog hair on the cushions. The kitchen is well equipped but really needs a dishwasher. The bathroom could use some renovations.
Overall a good place to stay.
Had the best stay here.
Josh was so good with communication and so quick. It was such a smooth process from the start.
Loved the place for my family and my little poodle who also loved playing in the yard. 10/10 will come again
Nastassia M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Daniel C.
27 Feb 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not very clean or comfortable
Place itself is ok, however it was not very clean. The house has clearly not been deep cleaned in quite some time. Being a pet friendly property makes this even worse. Even the cutlery and kitchenware appliances were very dirty. Furthermore whilst there is an A/C unit, it's in the living area. The bedrooms lack any decent cooling, wouldn't hurt to have a $20 pedestal fan in each of the bedrooms.
Where do I even start?
From booking, everything was just so easy. Josh’s communication is amazing, we were sent through all of the details that we needed and then started getting excited for our weekend away.
We are always a little nervous when a property is listed as dog friendly because many then state that dogs must stay outside. This house is truly dog friendly with a reasonable request of them staying off furniture. The yard is securely fenced. Our dogs loved exploring the yard whilst we snuck away for some sneaky beverages down in the main township which is literally minutes away if that!
The house is so comfy and cozy, it felt like a second home. Well presented and very clean.
We are already planning our next trip for Winter to take advantage of the fireplace.
Thank you Josh for sharing your home. Xx
We had a wonderful time at this house! House was clean and the yard was big ! Josh was easy to communicate and deal with! We can’t wait to come back again!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay…
Spacious home, beautifully decorated. Very tranquil and peaceful setting with a lovely garden and beautiful outlook. Large securely fenced home with a great back deck and wide wrap around porch. All the creature comforts of home and a beautiful setting. Short walk into town and so much to do. We brought our dogs and they loved it. Everything is thought of to make your stay comfortable and relaxed. Will definitely recommend to friends. Huge property and well appointed. Thank you.
Our family and our pooch enjoyed Josh’s place. The yard felt spacious and the house was big enough for 4 of us plus our dog. It was convenient to shops and the beach. With a few small issues Josh was quick to respond.
We spent a week at Josh's house and it was fantastic. Josh was easy to contact when we had a minor issue. According to my sister the bed in bedroom 2 was a bit hard but ours was fine! Happily recommend.
Michelle S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
About the host
Hosted by Josh Kent
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests