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Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a painting on the wall and a window overlooking a building.
A pier extending into calm waters with a sandy beach in the foreground.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a bookshelf, and a sofa in a bright living area with wooden flooring.
A modern living room with a light green sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a blue rug. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a bar counter.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Cowes, Victoria
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Rhyll Wetlands, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Cowes, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wing Lock Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach on 12 Nov 2026 start from £448, 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.

What time is check-in at Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit 4 The Esplanade, Cscape, Cowes, Apartment by the beach located?

Located in the heart of Cowes, this holiday home is steps away from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Cowes Beach and Silverleaves Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Leisure Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spacious accommodation with all amenities and many extras. Excellent location. Close to beach and shops.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very comfortable and spacious unit. Excellent security. Easy access across the road to the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection!

Apartment 4 was absolutely perfect! Had everything we needed and more, including a king bed, smart TV, billiard table and a very comfy lounge! This apartment was like a home away from home with all the amenities our family required, was very clean and fully functional. Best location, across from the beach and park and a short stroll to the main stretch of shops - our car never left the underground car park as everything we needed was within walking distance. Cannot wait to come back for another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for such a lovely review. We would be happy to have you return any time. So glad you enjoyed all of what Phillip Island has to offer.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As usual, we had a fantastic experience staying at this Cowes holiday property! We've been coming back to this holiday apartment several times! From the moment we arrived, everything was exactly as described: clean, well-maintained and thoughtfully prepared. The space is bright, comfortable and fully equipped with everything we needed for a stress-free stay. The location is ideal: close to shops, restaurants, beach but still quiet enough to relax. The owners and the real estate agents are always responsive, helpful and attentive to our humble requests. We also appreciated the little touches like the high speed Wi-Fi, wide screen TV to watch the sporting events and the novels on the bookshelf. It truly felt like a home away from home. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a reliable and enjoyable beach rental to stay. We have already booked again for our next break!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donchos Staycation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Place was great, clean and large and positioned well will use this again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

cowes apartment

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As advertised, property was in a great location and was clean
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Good location, but not well maintained apartment

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The apartment was in a good spot, and secure undercover parking but that is the only nice thing I could say. The apartment was not clean, not at all well maintained. There was no soap or body wash in the shower, the towels were very old and tatty. The pool table was broken on 1 side, there was not enough balls for the table and only 1 cue worked. There was no tea towel to dry the dishes. I just felt for the price we paid, it was not at all worth the money. It was disappointing. The apartment also had a lot of stuff everywhere, it was like a dumping ground for the owners. Very untidy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Accommodation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Travelled from interstate for a wedding. Found the apartment had everything we needed. Great safe access from the car park underneath, and good security for accessing the building generally. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Accommodation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rent this place 2 to 3 times a year. Every time we get there, the apartment is spotless clean. We like the living area as it is big enough to fit a crowd of 6 to 8 people easily without stepping on each other. The beach, the shops, the restaurants are close by. We also enjoyed the numerous walking tracks which offer us some exercise. The beds are very comfortable to give us a restful night sleep. In our last stay, we enjoyed the monthly beachside market where you can find some interesting treasures and nice street food too. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves the beach, good food and like some moments of relaxation. Our thanks also go to the helpful estate agent, Pago and the staff members for their excellent customer service, always trying to please us with our requests.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location and apartment.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great apartment. Great location. Spacious. Surprisingly quiet. Pool table was fantastic and got used non-stop. Basic amenities could have been better and washing machine needed a clean. But overall a very positive experience and would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

unit 4

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Complicated booking system and asked to pay extra for linen which should have been included in the price
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thoroughly enjoyed by all

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, clean and tidy, good facilities.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phillip island stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Recently stayed at unit 4 The Esplanade, The property was as it was advertised and in a great location. Well maintained and clean. Easy to organize and dealing with Real Estate who looks after property. Highly recommended for a family stay or small group of friend's.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We always book this apartment about twice yearly. It suits our needs for a nice break every time. We always find it clean when we get there. It is at walking distance to the beach, pub, restaurants, grocery stores and other amenities. The apartment is spacious enough to accommodate several people ( maximum 8 ) comfortably without invading each other’s space. We always have a great time when we go to this location. I would go back again next year and would recommend the place to anyone who would like a good beach holiday spot .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant accommodation on the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: World Superbikes
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phillip island gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Close to everything! So spacious and clean! Wonderful accommodation
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wash or replace the manchester

1. The television in the living room often froze and we couldn’t get sound on it 2. It would be worth clarifying with guests which beds will require linen as we wanted to use the second bedroom with the double bed but was only supplied linen for main room and a single bed. 3. Some of the linen supplied and the towels had stains, the single bed fitted sheet had a spot of what looked like blood so we didn’t use it. 4. The blankets in the apartment really require a thorough wash. One blanket smelt so bad that I vomited and was really put off about the overall cleanliness of the place since that first day. 5. The apartment could do with some top to bottom thorough dusting. 6. I would have expected that paying extra for linen and towels that this would include two bath mats, two hand towels and some face washes. The minimal towels provided were not sufficient for our stay and we were having to reuse wet towels. Especially when there are two bathrooms and yet we were only provided with one hand towel and one bath mat, no face washes. We were provided the exact number of towels for each guests but when the towels appear stained or dirty, it would have been preferable to have extras. 7. For the enjoyment of guests, linen should be already put on the bed and guests not required to remove the linen. This has been our experience whilst staying at other places. 8. Would have been nice to have basic bins provided in each of the bathrooms. 9. The pillows could be replaced or at least the protectors as they looked very old and dirty. 10. Bedrooms and bathrooms get claustrophobic- overall other than the sliding door in the living room, main room and bathrooms lack ventilation or windows to get external fresh air. Poor building design. I tried to provide feedback discretely via the agency but as I didn’t get a response, it’s a shame that I have to do so on such a public forum. Just recommend addressing some of the above to improve the experience of future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great possition right near the beach and shops

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Apartment was awesome, close to beach and shops.Heaps of info on the area.Beds were very comfortable and clean .Bathrooms were spacious .Had a bit of trouble getting to the keys as it was dark and hard to find the key box through road works at the back of store.Had a bit of trouble finding the apartment partially my fault for not reading instructions.Got in only to have trouble finding that the electricity was not on.Not realising that the little green key tag needs to be put into a slot,Not a normal Hotel room Tag. Could of used a sign on the key slot .But still got it working ok after ringing the after hours number.(That number should be displayed on the fridge)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Convenient Location to unwind and escape the rat race

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The apartment is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach, restaurants, supermarkets (Aldi, Coles, Woolwortha). During our stay, we also had to experience the Easter Beach Market on the Esplanade waterfront in Cowes. We also like the underground carpark which accommodates our two cars. It is easy access to activities like bowling, Mini Golf and trips to Nobbies, Penguin Parade, Cowes RSL for playing the Pokies. The wifi was really strong at every part of the apartment which was quite important to our family to stay connected with our friends during the Easter break. We also liked the entertainment package on the Smart TV that offers a variety of shows for all ages. We liked the place and we are going back there again in a not distant future.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Over all stay was ok however we have a few issues with the place

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a few issues with the apartment.Wasn’t clean fridge wasn’t working.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place & Location

This is our third stay at this property. We love it here. The location is perfect and the property is very clean. We will definitely be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for coming and staying with us again, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family friendly apartment

Great location and lovely apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your great comments, hope to see you again for your next holiday.
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