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Cowes Classic Beach House

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A modern two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a garage.
A neatly made bed with a geometric patterned bedspread, two matching pillows, and two bedside lamps on nightstands. A painting of a boat on a sunset beach hangs above the bed.
A modern living room with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a mounted air conditioner, and a coffee table with remote controls.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There are four black bar stools around the island.
A modern two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a garage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Downstairs Double/Single bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Lounge

2 Double Futons

Downstairs Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs single bunk bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Koala Conservation Reserve, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Cowes Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Somerville Station - 75 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wing Lock Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowes Classic Beach House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Cowes Classic Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cowes Classic Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cowes Classic Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cowes Classic Beach House located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. Place was clean, and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2025
Ricky, thanks for your custom and looking after my house well. You are welcome to return should you ever decide to return to Cowes. Regards George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place to stay

Amazing house and facilities with lots of small things to make you feel welcome . Great views and location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2025
Carolyn thanks for your review and custom and for how well you looked after my house during your stay. I am glad you liked it Best regards George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well designed. Beds comfortable. Quiet location. Everything we could possibly need was provided, and our host, George was very generous with check in time. Wonderful place to stay. Thanks George.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2026
Serena, many thanks for your custom...and how well you looked after my house..all the best George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday stay

Enjoyed our stay. Quiet clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2024
Very pleased that you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent experience

Very well maintained property with excellent facilities. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house clean and well maintained with good location in a quiet place

Excellent 5 star holiday house
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2023
Heidi thanks for your review, I am pleased you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter family gathering

Very enjoyable and easy stay. Facilitates and amenities excellent. Lots of room for the extended family and everything was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2025
Carolyn thanks for your custom and your review. I am pleased that you rated my house so highly. Best regards George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice holiday home

Perfect family home. All our group enjoyed the stay. Thanks George !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2023
Sathi, thank you for your custom. Very pleased to read that all your group enjoyed your stay at my house. George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cowes holiday rental

The property was very well presented Clean and every thing was on hand and would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short Stay at cowes.

Nice house .George was very easy to deal with. House has everything you need for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec, 2023
Justyna, Many thanks, you looked after my place as it was your own, it was a pleasure hosting you and I do not hesitate to recommend you highly to future hosts. You are welcome back anytime. George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peninsula View

Amazing home, great host, view of the ocean, all amenities were great, for family stay wonderful, definitely go back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan, 2024
Jan, many thanks for your review, I am very pleased you had a great stay...Regards George
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great modern house in a great location.

Relaxing weekend away with old friends catching up. Loved everything about the house and all involved had a great experience. Would definitely return here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
Daniel, glad you had a great stay and enjoyed what my house had to offer. Many thanks for looking after it as if it was your own.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach House

Every thing was effortless
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property

We had an unbelievable time at this home. George is a wonderful host with excellent communication. We could not fault anything regarding this house and host and would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2023
Melanie, Thanks for your review, it is very pleasing that you all had a great time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Value

Lovely property offering every thing you could possibly need. Comfy beds, Warm/ cosy home, fantastic amenities. Arrived and it was perfectly cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2022
Mark thanks for staying , I am glad my place had all that you needed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cowes beach house

A lovely clean, spacious property with nice amenities, lots of parking space and a big back yard and balcony. Perfect for our needs! George was friendly and responsive making it a very easy process to book and check in. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location

House is a 5 minute drive to Cowes town centre, very modern and clean, check in was easy and George was kind enough to let me charge my EV in the garage using the standard 10amp power socket, which got me through the weekend and back home again. The only issue during our stay was the doors were abit squeeky considering we have a sleeping baby. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MotoGP weekend

We found George’s house very comfortable for 4 guys down for MotoGP. The amenities were great and even Netflix on the tv. Hard to find any faults at all. Cheers Leigh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house is lovely with the bonus of 2 living areas and easily accommodated our group of 10.

George was a very good communicator so we didn’t really need to ask him any follow up questions. As per my review, the house easily accommodated our group of 10. It has 4 bedrooms with a fold out couch bed in one of the living areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2023
Tina, thanks for your feedback and I am very pleased that you enjoyed your stay in my house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great holiday house for the family

We enjoyed our stay very much and particularly loved the wide open spaces, beautiful views and quiet neighbourhood. The house is only 1.5 km walk to the beach (dogs allowed) and a very short drive to town. Great location. The kitchen had a wonderful range of additional condiments which you don’t often see. The downstairs rumpus room/lounge was very beneficial for the teenagers and allowed the adults to do their own thing upstairs. My dog was also very much at home and we all enjoyed the beach walks in the morning or at sunset. The upstairs balcony with ocean views was my favourite each morning as I did my strength exercises. George was a very gracious host, extremely responsive, friendly and helpful during our stay. The only small complaint I would have would be to warn future guests that 6 foot tall teenagers will not be comfortable in the bunkbeds offered. They are far more suited to younger children. Overall however I would highly recommend this house for others.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2022
Sarah, thank you very much for your feedback and being great guests. I would welcome your group back anytime, should you ever want to stay on the Island in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing House

Very well-equipped house with everything you will need and convenient to the town center.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2023
Thanks Jeremy hope you had a great stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING!!

Had the best time making family-holiday memories in George’s home. The property was beautiful and clean, excellent communication & easy check-in. The home also had an abundance of extras that provided comfort & fun for the whole family! Highly recommend & can’t wait to rebook another visit ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2023
Thanks Abby, glad you had a great time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and Fantastic Host

We really enjoyed our 2 day stay on the island. This house is amazing, it has everything and felt like home. Very spacious and has a great layout. The beds are comfortable and has nice kitchen and bathrooms. Loved having my morning coffee on the balcony with stunning views, Very quiet neighbourhood. George the owner is fantastic, he provided detailed information with easy check-in. I highly recommend this property, we can’t wait to come back! Regards, Sharon & Family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yep Family Break

We had a great stay in the property with two families and our dogs. A big back yard and two living areas meant every one could be together, yet have their own space. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home in Cowes Estate

This home was very relaxing and delivered a high level of accommodation for our entire family and dogs. The home is in impeccable condition and was extremely clean upon entry. Plenty of space and areas to relax. Perfect backyard for a couple of dogs with views of the distant ocean. Small drive into Cowes was easy. George the owner was fantastic to deal with and a great communicator. Will definitely come back and I recommend anyone to rent this property. Regards Mike
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2022
Mike, Michelle and family, Thanks for staying and being wonderful guests. Great that you enjoyed my house. Hopefully will see you returning some time in the future. Regards George
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