Island Family Retreat

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A modern two-story house with a large garage, a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern living room with a fireplace, grey sofas, a coffee table, and large windows.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view of a residential area, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the neighborhood.
A balcony with a round table and chairs, wooden paneling, and a view of the neighborhood.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Winery. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cowes Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Penguin Parade - 8 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Somerville Station - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Family Retreat?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Family Retreat on Nov 2, 2026 start from $368, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Family Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Family Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Cowes, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Phillip Island Wildlife Park, and Cowes Beach. Ventnor Beach and Ventnor Bushland Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy booking and transparent.Very clean environment. We enjoyed alot next time we wound thing of any where else.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2026
Hi Wilson, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the booking process easy and transparent and that you enjoyed the cleanliness of the property. It means so much to know you had such an enjoyable stay and that you would choose to stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back next time! 😊 Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house. Hosts are so accommodating and easy to communicate with. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 7, 2026
Hi Lisa, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the house and found our team accommodating and easy to communicate with. It’s wonderful to hear you had a perfect stay, and we’d love to welcome you back again 😊 Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay

Beautiful home. Perfectly furnished with plenty of family spaces. Great layout with everything you could want for a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 5, 2025
Hi Lisa, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear you found our home beautiful and perfectly suited for your family getaway. Creating a comfortable, well-equipped space for memorable holidays is exactly what we aim for, so your kind words mean the world to us. It was our pleasure to host you, and we'd be honored to welcome your family back anytime for another relaxing stay! Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent. Very clean and beautiful house

Was good fun with family and friends. Want to visit soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful home.

The house was absolutely beautiful, plenty of space for all of us and very modern. We had a great time with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2024
Hi Dilek, Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you found the house beautiful and spacious, with a modern touch. It's wonderful to know that you had a great time with friends and family. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay in the future! Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning House

Exquisite home ideal for families or larger groups, meticulously designed with ample living spaces, well-equipped kitchen facilities, plentiful bedrooms, and an abundance of bathrooms. Thoughtfully tailored for a delightful Stayz experience, kudos to the owners for their impeccable attention to detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2024
Hi Betty, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our home to be stunning and well-suited for families or larger groups. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the ample living spaces, well-equipped kitchen facilities, and thoughtful design details throughout the house. We strive to provide our guests with a delightful experience, and we're delighted that we could exceed your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your recognition of our efforts. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable stay! Regards, Team Ready Set Stay
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
From the time we entered the house it was evident that it had not been cleaned to any standards. The Grass at the front of the house were long and not had any care for some time and the side and rear yard were the same. Kitchen area benches were not clean as were the shower and toilet areas. Toilet seats apart from one were all loose or broken. The welcome gift, what a joke this was, an empty bag and a pack of playing cards on the table wow thanks very much. We were going to have a family bbq and checked the condition of this. It was discussting, and in the cupboard under it where you would expect the cleaning supplies to be was discussting, with several rags that had had multiple uses and just left there. We went and purchesed our own cleaning supplies. The 5th bedroom upstairs, what a joke, a double bunk in a passage with a big window and no blind. There was no washing powder or liquid soap for the washing machine and all the cleaning tools ie vacume cleaner, brooms, mop etc were all laying on the floor in laundry. Not to mention the big black mould spot on the laundry cealing. I wont keep going although i have plenty more to say. I have several pictures of all mentioned items and others. In all what a pity that there is no pride taken in what could be a remarkable family retreat. Note: cleaners wont have a lot to do for next guests, we left facility cleaner than we found it. Very disappointing with entire stay. Put a bad taste in our family time together. Ray
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 16, 2026
Hi Ray, thank you for your feedback and we’re really sorry to hear the property wasn’t presented to the standard it should have been for your stay. Your comments regarding the cleanliness, etc have been taken seriously however I have reviewed the cleaners pictures of the BBQ before you check in and the BBQ was clean. We will have our team check the maintenance. I also reviewed the image of the laundry taken for your check in and all the items were standing up not on the floor. The complimentary empty bag that we leave as part of the gift is for you to use to take your groceries you buy home and we don't advertise or supply washing machine liquid. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2025
Hi Louise, Thank you so much for your positive review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another indulgent getaway in the future. Warm regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
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