A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Near Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 17
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Internet
Arcade/game room
Fireplace
Explore the area
Cowes, Victoria
Cowes Beach
Place, Cowes Beach
14 min walk
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
14 min walk
Phillip Island Wildlife Park
Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
2 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 17)
Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Room 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Room 3
1 Queen Bed
Room 4
1 Queen Bed
Room 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Room 1
Toilet · Shower only
Room 3
Toilet · Shower only
Room 5
Toilet · Shower only
Room 6
Toilet · Shower only
About this property
Encanto in central Cowes
No Functions, Celebrations or 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.
About the home
"Encanto" (Enchanted in Spanish), is a single level, 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home in central Cowes providing the perfect setting if you want to park your car and walk around town. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The home is split into three parts - the main home, a self-contained 'unit' accessible from the deck of the main home, and a bungalow attached to the garage.
Entrance to the main home is via the sliding door on the deck next to the driveway. It contains a Master bedroom with WIR and en-suite (with shower and toilet), bedroom 2 and 4 which share the main bathroom (with shower and toilet) and bedroom 3 which has a smart TV and an en-suite (with shower and toilet) and a rear laundry. The main kitchen / dining area is in the centre of the home, with a living/lounge area at the front of the home with coonara fireplace (no wood supplied, huge smart TV and a sound bar.
The self-contained unit is accessible via the covered alfresco at the rear of the main home and has bedroom 5, an en-suite (with shower and toilet) and its own living room (with smart TV) a kitchenette (with a fridge). The bungalow is attached to the side of the garage and contains the huge bedroom 6 (with smart TV), fridge and an en-suite (with shower and toilet).
Outdoor Areas
The huge garden provides a great place for kids to play and the covered side deck (accessed off the central kitchen/dining area) is perfect for entertaining. The large tandem double garage functions as a games room including a table tennis table with the long driveway providing parking for up to 6 cars and/or boats.
Please note there are security cameras at the home. They do not view any private areas in the home.
Kitchen
The fully appointed main kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, pantry, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and 5-burner gas cook top.
The unit has a kitchenette with bar fridge, sink, microwave, kettle, grill and electric hot plates as well a small supply of cutlery, crockery etc. The bungalow also has a kitchenette with a bar fridge, sink, kettle, grill, and a small supply of cutlery, crockery etc.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has 7 wall mounted reverse cycle airconditioners. There is one in each bedroom in the main house, plus one in the front living/lounge, one in the living room attached to bedroom 5 which also heats and cools that bedroom, and one in bedroom 6 (the bungalow). There is a coonara style wood heater in the main living room (no wood supplied - available from the service station just 30m away).
Bedroom Configuration
This home has 10 beds plus 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 17 guests:
Main House Bedroom 1: One Queen bed Bedroom 2: One Queen bed and one set of Single bed bunks Bedroom 3: One Queen bed Bedroom 4: One Queen bed
Self-contained unit Bedroom 5: One Queen bed and a Double sofa bed
Bungalow Bedroom 6: One Queen bed and one set of Single bed bunks
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. 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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This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9633031
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Silverleaves Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Somerville Station - 72 min drive
Restaurants
Somers General Store - 88 min drive
Tides of Rhyll - 7 min drive
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 12 min walk
Fisherman's Wharf - 13 min walk
SAYANG - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Encanto in central Cowes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Encanto in central Cowes?
As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Encanto in central Cowes on 29 Jun 2027 start from £890, 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 Encanto in central Cowes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Encanto in central Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Encanto in central Cowes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Encanto in central Cowes located?
This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
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