Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor area.
A covered patio area with a white roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a built-in oven, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a small stool with a towel.
A wooden deck with two lounge chairs under a white pergola.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • 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

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • High-speed internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is on 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 A Maze'N Things. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Waterboy Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions on 20 Nov 2026 start from £706, 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 Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Family-Friendly Cottage Near Shops & Attractions located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Overall it was a great place to stay and provided all our needs. It was great to have a cot and high chair at our disposal. A great place overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with all aspects of this property. It was perfect for our family of 5. The kids loved being so close to the beach and the main street being only a short walk away was very convenient. The cottage had charm and character but also the modern features that made it comfortable and practical. It was styled beautifully and was nice and clean. The beds were all super comfy so we were well rested during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cozy cottage. Very clean and great, quiet location to walk into town and to the beach. Very nice, responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Thank you for your lovely review, Jo! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the cosy cottage, its cleanliness, and the quiet location—perfect for a stroll into town and down to the beach. It’s also great to know our team’s responsiveness helped make your stay even more enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back again to Phillip Island Host for another relaxing getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place to stay

Loved our stay at Kilara cottage. We had such a relaxing stay. great location as it is only a couple of mins walk to the beach and 10mins walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful cottage retreat like place. Super close to the beach and shopping district. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and a house with character

The house was clean and very handy to the beach with a 10 minute walk into town.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 We're so glad to hear you found the house clean and conveniently located — being close to the beach and just a short walk into town really is a great combo! 🌊🏡 We hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing stay. 🌞
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful weekend away ❤️

This place has everything you need for a home away from home stay! Beautiful property, walking distance to everything including the beach 😊❤️ we loved it and will definitely be back one day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm and welcoming

Gorgeous cottage, loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish the host was nothing but attentive. Very accommodating, clean and perfect location. We definitely will be back!Steph & Harry
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Steph & Harry! We’re delighted to hear that you found the property clean, well-located, and that you felt well taken care of throughout your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter short stay

We had a very comfortable time at Kilara Cottage. It was in such a convenient location and very cosy - perfect for three adults and a dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Place

Great house close to the beach and all the amenities of Cowes. Nice and clean with lovely garden to enjoy the summer evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely little cabin. So beautifully renovated and has all the amenities. We had a lovely time.

We had everything we needed, plenty of space within the rooms and living areas. Lovely little touches. Really loved the whole aesthetic. Thanks for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Phillip Island Gem

Beautiful historic Cottage with surprising capacity and amenities. conveniently located in the major town of Phillip Island. Very clean and well equipped as a base for exploring Phillip Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property in great location

Gorgeous cottage well renovated and had everything we needed. Handy cot and high chair. Great location straight through to beach nearby access lane. Great base to look around the island. Would come back 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

We had 5 family members share this 4 bedroom holiday home. It was so clean & comfortable and absolutely stunningly decorated. It has all facilities available for cooking a family meal and the location is superb. Communication with the host was perfect. Thanks for hosting us, it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this pet friendly house, during winter school holidays for 3 nights . The house is 5 mins walk to the beach which dog friendly at this time of year, and great for kids to develop some independence as the walk to the beach consists of crossing one side street . The house was extremely clean and well supplied with all kitchen needs , bedding and blankets . 2 bedrooms are situated upstairs and 2 downstairs( 1 with bunk beds for children) The supply of wood for the wood heater was ample and added an cosy cottage feel to the house . There is a laundry and shower that can be accessed from the backyard perfect for the summer months for when you come off the beach all salty and covered in sand . Although not used , the outdoor entertainment areas for relaxation looked very inviting for warmer days . We throughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning . The bedrooms lacked wardrobes however there was plenty of hanging space and storage for clothes in the main bedroom. Rate this house 9.5 out of 10
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax at Kilara

Kilara Cottage was a wonderful base to explore Cowes and Phillip Island. We were able to spend the mornings enjoying the area and return to an exceptionally comfortable property. The fireplace was an absolute bonus in the cold July weather. Reading and relaxing with a glass of wine in front of the fire was rejuvenating. We will definitely be looking to use the property again. Thank you for the use of this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Enjoyed our stay. Very close to beach, less than 5 min walk! Lovely relaxing garden. Would return!

We had a lovely stay. The house was easy to check in to, clean on arrival. Bedrooms all very comfortable. Cot upstairs in one of the rooms and high chair was very handy for our little one. Nice new kitchen and bathroom made the house feel quite luxurious. Very quick walk to beach and less than 10 mins walk to shops. Had a minor issue with hot water and were eventually able to work out that each bathroom is serviced by a different hot water system. Would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Fabulous place. Great location. Beach access close by. Would love to be there in Summer. Everything plus more available within the house. Super quiet and cosy. Only negative was no curtain/blinds on kitchen window. Still it rates 5/5. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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