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Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

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Exterior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • 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
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

Forget the car. A leisurely 10min stroll takes you to Cowes Main Street and in less than 5 mins you are at one of the quieter Cowes beaches. This house is perfect for a family get together. The large kitchen living area opens up onto an undercover deck via a bifold door.
A seperate games room and large back yard with lawn games keep the kids young and old entertained.
A fully secure backyard in case you wish to bring pets although council rules legislate that a maximum of 2 dogs can be on the property. Pets to remain outdoors, but please advise us in your enquiry if you wish to bring pets. There is a ramp leading to the front door for easy access for roller suitcases and prams. Although the front door is extra wide, bedroom and bathroom doorways are your avarage width

NOT AVAILABLE TO SCHOOLIES- Family groups or groups with tenants over 26 y/o only.

12 people can sleep comfortably
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2- Queenbed
Bedroom 3- king bed
Bedroom 4- tri bunk, double on the bottom, single bed on top
Bedroom 5- 2 x long single beds and king single loft bed.

Doona, doona cover and pillows supplied.
Please bring top & bottom sheets, pillow case, towels and tea towels otherwise linen and towels can be supplied at $20 per person.

High chair & baby bath available. Please let us know if you would like these put out.

Rental registration requirements we must mention noise or music being played must be reduced to an inaudible level outside the property by 10 pm, or risk being removed from the premises.

A 'NO EXTREME PARTY POLICY' IS IN PLACE, Police and/or nuisance call outs will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal of the occupants.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9672880
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

As of 7 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp on 26 Jun, 2026 start from S$479, 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 Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Silverleaves Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

MR R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Penguins on church - The accommodation suited my family’s needs perfectly, and the location was excellent — close to everything we needed. The games room was also an excellent extra and kept everyone entertained during our stay. We really enjoyed our time there and would happily return..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and house. Wish we could stayed for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we have stayed at the penguin house since 2016 and have enjoyed the transition from a cottage to a wonderfulfamily house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great locationGreat host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay, lots of room. The games room was great and kept all entertained. Short walk to the shops which was very handy.Only issue was the front door was a bit tricky to open so had to enter through the back door and open from the inside.Overall, everything was perfectThank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean house and easy communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

joan a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, it suited our family gathering. We loved the deck and games room. The house was well stocked with crockery, glasses, etc. Location was good, a short walk to the beach and a nice walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large clean property, fantastic location and lots of facilities. Great communication from host, easy access. We really enjoyed stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joan N.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Pet and family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we first contacted Stayz, Margaret, the host, was helpful in every way. The 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms were great for we 5 adults a 4 young children. Walking distance to the family beach and main shops meant we weren't constantly loading children into cars. The games room, provided activities and books and great back yard gave lots of opportunity for play for the kids....and big kids. We had a fabulous stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

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

Phillip island short Break

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not fault this property. The house was clean and had everything that you would need. This is the third time we stayed at the property and Margaret is the perfect host.We have booked again for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great amenities including coffee machine. We love the games room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for the extended family to gather including the fur babies. Plenty of room and activities to keep all entertained
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivien M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for groups. Everything there you needed. Good layout of bedrooms and bathrooms and back deck fabulous. Host communicated well beforehand. A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2025
Thank you Vivian, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with everything a family could want and nice and clean. We missed out on getting linen some how so I had to clean out my home linen cupboard at the last minute to bring sheets and towels for everyone. We had thought it was provided. Never mind - we had a great time thanks. The playroom was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a great space and well suited to all our needs. The property owner was amazing with all our requests and prompt with replying!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

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

Great location, excellent for family stay including our dog

We all enjoyed the property and its offerings.Comfortable and homely, great layout.Wish we could have stayed a little longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for our family . Close to the beach and shops , secure safe backyard, a really great games room and big outdoor deck . Spacious kitchen and lounge and well equipped bedrooms. Margaret our host was very approachable and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2025
Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, tidy, close to amenities and Margaret was contactable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natalie h.

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

Fabulous house and location

This property exceeded our expectations - everything about it was 100% - will recommend to others thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home .. excellent location .. very roomy family home .. great communication with hostBathroom door in main bedroom needs fixing as very hard to open and needs force to open. Outdoor bbq very old and dirty did not use at all overall would recommend home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy Elisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Despite a delay to our check in due cleaners being late we had a great time at Penguin on Church. Margaret is a great host, she responded quickly to messages and offered late checkout to compensate for delayed check-in. All facilities were good and location is great. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Wonderful house

Beautiful house in a great location, we really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

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

Great family beach house.

Great house for a family or group of friends and has a great deck and games room. Easy walk to shops and beach as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Browne

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