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Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach

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A modern two-story house with a garage, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window, and air conditioning unit.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view, and an air conditioning unit.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, an air conditioner, and a window with a view of houses and trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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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 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and rock climbing nearby.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cowes Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wing Lock Chinese Restaurant - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach on 26 Oct 2026 start from £422, 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 Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Life by Ready Set Stay- Spacious home a stroll away from the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well positioned home - modern, well appointed and great for pets.
Kitchen / dining
Kitchen
Hallway
Master with ensuite
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Hi Susan, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the home’s location, modern design, and pet-friendly features. 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

Great stay

Great stay. Easy check in, communication timely and supportive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2025
Hi Tamara, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and found the check-in process easy. Providing clear communication and support is always a priority for us, so we’re delighted it made a positive difference. We’d love to host you again anytime—you’re always welcome! Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, clean and tidy, nice walk to beach or shops, great yard space for our dog, AC in every bedroom was a well needed luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2026
Hi Tracey, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased you enjoyed the clean and comfortable home, the easy walk to the beach and shops, and the yard space for your dog. It’s great to hear the air conditioning in every bedroom was appreciated too. 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

Short summer stay

Our stay was great! The property was well maintained and very clean. Beds were comfortable and everything was close by for easy access. We couldn’t be happier with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
Hi Polly, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that your stay was great and that you found the property well-maintained, clean, and comfortable. It’s wonderful to know that everything was conveniently located for easy access, making your summer stay even more enjoyable. We’re so happy that you couldn’t be happier with your stay—it was our pleasure to host you! We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful experience in the future. 😊 Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Beautiful, spacious, tidy property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
Hi Rochelle, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad to hear that you found the property beautiful, spacious, and tidy—it sounds like the perfect getaway! We hope you had a wonderful time and would love to host you again in the future. 😊 Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed this

The property suited us perfectly. Easy access to the property. We enjoyed our time there
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
Hi Robyn, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that the property suited you perfectly and that you enjoyed your time there. Providing a positive experience for our guests is our goal, and we're glad we could contribute to your enjoyment. If there's anything specific you loved about your stay or any suggestions for making future visits even more enjoyable, please feel free to share. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Regards, Team Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!!

A modern house with great amenities and a convenient location. Walking distance to beach and town. Great communication with the owners and smooth check-in and out. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Dear Pam, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our modern house and that the amenities exceeded your expectations. It's fantastic that the convenient location, within walking distance to both the beach and town, added to the overall enjoyment of your stay. We greatly appreciate your kind words about our communication and the smooth check-in and check-out process. Ensuring a seamless experience for our guests is a top priority, and we're delighted that it contributed to your satisfaction. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. If there's anything specific that made your stay memorable or any suggestions for future improvements, please feel free to share. Warm regards, Team Ready Set Stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!

Excellent communication prior to our stay. Upon arrival the house was very clean and was as pictured. An easy location as we walked along the beach every morning with our dog and later drove to the beach at Vetnor a dog friendly beach. The shops were nice and close. A relaxing time in a lovely home.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
Hi Helen, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house clean, as pictured, and in a convenient location. It’s wonderful that you and your dog could enjoy morning walks along the beach and visits to the dog-friendly beach at Ventnor—sounds like the perfect getaway! We’re also pleased that the shops were close by and that you had a relaxing time in the home. Thank you for your kind words about our communication—we strive to make everything as smooth as possible for our guests. We hope to welcome you and your furry friend back for another relaxing stay in the future! 😊 Best Regards, The Team at Ready Set Stay
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Everything was filthy. No sheets or towels supplied. I have never paid so much for accommodation and not been given sheets and towels. Everything was ditty and dusty. No maintenance being carried out at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2026
Hi Julieann, I’m really sorry to read this. Island Life is offered as a BYO linen property, which is clearly stated on the listing description and booking confirmation. Guests are welcome to bring their own sheets and towels, or hire them through us prior to arrival. I’m sorry if you missed this. In regard to cleanliness and maintenance, this certainly isn’t the standard we aim to deliver. We have addressed your feedback directly with our cleaning and housekeeping team and have completed a full re-inspection of the property to ensure it meets our expected standards. We value feedback, even when it’s hard to hear, as it helps us improve. If you’re open to it, please feel free to contact us directly so we can better understand your concerns.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Spacious but lacking the little touches

Great bbq but no bbq utensils or cleaning supplies. No washing up liquid. No oven mitts. Write up mentioned a coffee machine but there wasn’t one there. All in all we had a good time and enjoyed our stay but a few additional items would have made life easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2024
Hi Alyson, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your stay at Island Life. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the spaciousness of the property and had a good time overall. However, we apologize for the oversight in providing some essential items that would have enhanced your experience. We appreciate your constructive comments, and we will address the lack of BBQ utensils, cleaning supplies, washing up liquid, and oven mitts. Your input is valuable as it helps us identify areas for improvement. Regarding the coffee machine, we apologise for any confusion caused by the discrepancy in the write-up. We'll ensure that accurate information is provided for future guests. We're grateful for your understanding, and your suggestions will be taken into consideration to make necessary additions for the convenience of our guests. If you decide to stay with us again, we hope to provide a more seamless and enjoyable experience. Thank you for choosing Island Life, and we look forward to the possibility of hosting you again. Regards, Team Ready Set Stay
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family get together from interstate

Overall the house was good. The remote controls for the front and back bedrooms weren't sync'd even when I change the batteries, managed to use the remote in the Main bedroom to get the others started but it was a disappointment. Also the vanity in the main bathroom took some time to drain and may need attention. Bringing linen from interstate was also a pain. When we arrived the place was freezing cold, I know it is winter, but many other places where we've stayed in winter or summer the owners turn the heating/cooling on before we arrive
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Hi Damien, Thank you for your review and for choosing our home for your family get-together. We’re really pleased to hear that overall you found the house to be good, and we hope you enjoyed your time together. We appreciate your feedback regarding the remote controls and the bathroom vanity. We will ensure our team looks in to this ASAP and fixes. Regarding linen, we understand that bringing your own can be inconvenient, particularly when travelling from interstate. We do offer a linen hire option for our guests, and by offering this service, it keeps the clean / linen charges for guests lower. We also take on board your note about the house being cold on arrival. Unfortunately heating isn't typically not switched on in advance for stays. However we do find that this hoe does not take long to heat up. Thanks again for your comments, and we hope to host you again in the future.
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