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Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden

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A hot tub on a wooden deck with a wooden wall and decorative metal panels in the background.
A living room with two tufted sofas, a wooden chest of drawers, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A house with a white picket fence, a porch, and a garden with hydrangeas.
A kitchen with a central island, white bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A two-story house with a front porch, a picket fence, and a well-maintained garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
This vacation home offers space for 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes 1 hot tub, a yard, patio, and porch. Families can enjoy nearby fishing, cave exploring, and surfing, while Cowes Beach and Silverleaves Beach provide excellent attractions. The property is pet-friendly and located in the city center near the sea.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedrrom 3

1 King Bed

MASTER

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Common

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden

Welcome to our Islander Cottage! Are you dreaming of travelling back in time, of relaxing in a beautiful and tranquil home that has an abundance of character the moment you set foot through the picturesque garden gate but has all the modern comforts you can think of? You will be totally captivated with this unique and elegant reproduction of federation style cottage for its real sense of warmth and beauty.

As you walk in you are greeted with a grand entry arch with corbels and high ceilings with ceiling roses and a polished fire streak timber floors. This beautiful home offers 4 generously sized bedrooms each with fan and heating and a formal sitting room with ornate gas fireplace. The large open-plan living and dining zone is a stand-out with the incredible hostess kitchen and walk in pantry that the passionate cooks would love. Complemented by two split systems, wood fire with ornate tiles and mantle in the living area, plantation shutters or blockout curtains offers you comfort all year round. The interior unfolds to a north west oriented living zones with 6 stacker doors revealing sun-drenched undercover alfresco decking with an outdoor spa, a great place to enjoy with family and friends.

Master Bedroom- Queen bed with WIR and stylish ensuite with a claw foot bath frameless shower screen
Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 - Super King Bed
Bedroom 4 - Double bed and Single Bunk

Other features include:
• Two bathrooms
• A large laundry with washing machine and dryer
• A fully landscaped and child and pet friendly yard
• 3 mins drive or a casual 15 mins stroll to beach and Cowes town centre

Other things to note
- Dogs may be permitted in the locked area in the back yard. Please contact us if required.
- Safety cameras are located in the property for your safety:

Location details:
1. Front yard area
2. Side entrance area
3. Driveway area
4. Alfresco area
5. Backyard area
6. Laundry exit

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Hi Gs, We hope you have had a lovely time. Below is the checklist for a smooth check-out. 1. Empty the bins to the appropriate bins outside. If you have excess rubbish, please take them with you.
2. Cover the spa, turn off & remove the water hose from the spa (if used) and turn off the spa switchboard 3. Clean, cover and return the BBQ to the stage you found it if you have used the BBQ
4. Check and take all your personal belongings with you. 5. Remove any wet towels on the beds and carpet areas. You can put them in the bathroom. Many thanks in advance!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pet fees applies, ($30)/ stay if the pet is brought inside the house. Pet allow for free outside only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9574106
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and A Maze'N Things are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Koala Conservation Reserve, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring nearby.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cowes Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Penguin Parade - 10 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Somerville Station - 74 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪M And O - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden located?

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our family stay. The house is beautiful and well equipped for a large family. 1.5km walk to beach and short drive into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
I am glad you enjoyed your stay at the islander. Thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
Thanks for staying at our place. You are welcome back anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Phillip island

Very pleasant all needs require where there would recommend this property to our friends
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great layout and space for a group to stay and enjoy

The property was a great layout and catered for a group with a variety of ages. It’s a great location and was well looked after. We had an issue with the spa not heating which was unfortunate as the kids couldn’t use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2024
I am glad you enjoyed the stay. Thanks for the review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice getaway in Cowes

A nice house in the back streets of Cowes. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here with two 4-yr olds loving the kids room. Overall, our stay was mostly positive and recommend the house. As a few others have mentioned there is some work required in some areas (garden, bbq etc.).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2024
Thanks for your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little getaway

We often go to stay at the island but normally at the resort or an apartment but this time thought we'd get a home and we really enjoyed this beautiful home. 1km walk to the beach . Comfortable beds and lots of TV's. So good for any age.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2022
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you need for a relaxing stay

This is a beautiful property and very easy to navigate as everything is well set up, clean and spacious. Great for a big family or several adults. Perfect for beach holiday or winter cosy stay!! Good communication with host. We will be back :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a lovely home

This is gorgeous, we were in town for a close friends wedding and had the pleasure of staying here with our friends and son. The facilities were modern and felt luxurious. The house was spacious and provided enough privacy for all of us to come together when we wanted too and to comfortably relax when we needed a break from eachother. We had a beautiful time and would highly reccomend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely home

Beautiful home, lovely furnishings and very comfortable beds. BBQ and spa were not clean which was disappointing as we were not able to use either
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice property could do with a few improvements

Hot tub/ Spa is quite dated and its quite off putting to use when there are cctv cameras set up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2023
Hi Sean, Sorry to hear your experience. Hot tub/spa equipment's were replaced last year, and it's cleaned every week. CCTV is there for the guest safety. I hope this helps. Thanks
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ideal Winter Break

Having decided to go to Phillip Island for several days over school holidays mid-winter with my kids, I was looking for a comfortable, warm house in reasonable proximity to the beach and shops. This was a lovely house - nicely furnished with a well equipped kitchen with modern appliances and an abundance of tvs. Bedrooms were very spacious with good linen, towels etc It was nice to come back to after our various activities. As one of the features of the house is its two fireplaces, I would suggest having some firewood for guests upon arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

Stayz at Katherine Circuit

Overall a lovely 3 week holiday. We usually stay In Genesta st but was unavailable this year. We were very happy to be availed of your home. Couple of small things. Code was wrong when we arrived. Coffee machine was broken and it just needs a suitable broom and dustpan to regularly sweep. Thankyou again
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Grand Holiday at Nos 17

Thankyou to our Hosts at nos 17 Katherine Circuit Cowes. This is our second visit in so many years and we love the accommodation The location is great and the home is equipped with more than you would expect from a Holiday Rental. A few things may need some n next attention. Ie the hot water situation and the claw foot bath plugs. Both claw foot baths were unusable for the whole month There were a couple of other minor issues but nothing from deterring us from requesting a re-rental Next year. Thankyou for the use of your lovely home
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs maintenance

Hi, we were very excited to stay at this property, it was grandfinal day and all we wanted to do was make a bbq and have a spa...however when we got there the spa was dirty and not working and the bqq was filthy! The house needs maintence and a good sort..the kitchen items are all over the place, tomato sauce sitting there out of date, pans dont work on the stove due to be damaged, no bin bags provided etc. The house is also extememly dark and the lounge near the kitchen is so uncomfortable. A positive is the play room for kids, although toys again need to be sorted and cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2024
Thanks for your comments.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Despite the making of a beautiful house the cleanliness and need of maintenance left me feeling very disappointed. This was meant to be a family get away to relax but sadly the following prevented this:The online photos failed to show significant cracks in the dining area.The outside decking is dated and in need of replacing, panels are loose and screws were found scattered across the floor.The back gate did not close and was constantly opening in the wind.The hot tub took an age to heat up, and the cover is badly damaged, a big piece of steel is twisted and dangerous as is the screw protruding from the back of the hot tub wall. My son scratched himself on this.The clothesline was covered in cobwebs and there were next to no pegs to use, I had to purchase my own.I was especially bemused by the smoke detector being covered by a plastic bag.The number of cameras at this property left me feeling a little on edge, especially the hidden internal one in the laundry.It would have been nice to have some firewood upon arrival.Two tea towels meant that I had to purchase more.The TVs are a pain to work out and despite instructions being left some did not connect. It would have nice for hyperlink's to be included in the guest info rather than rambling notes.A vacuum under the beds wouldn't go a miss and the single toilet room is full of dust and grubby dirty hand marks.An audit and tidy in the kitchen wouldn't go a miss.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2026
Thank you for feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a beautiful house!

Was a very clean and looked after house, host was very friendly and great communication!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home with great amenities

Everything a family needs for a long stay with luxury extras. Central location. 10 minute walk to the shops. The spa is great (I’d recommend it being turned on by the cleaner before your guest come so they can use it the day the check in) Great communication by host Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Summer Getaway

I stayed here with my family and really enjoyed ourselves. The rooms are very generous in size, the property is well kept, the house including furnishings are very comfortable, and the neighbourhood is very quiet which is perfect. It is only about a 5 minute drive to red rock beach and about the same to the Main Street of Cowes.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2022
Thanks for the review.

About the host

Hosted by Dharmendra

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Working Family. Friendly, easy going, love traveling with my family, exploring other cultures and meeting people.

Why they chose this property

Enjoy the island life.

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