Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes

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A modern dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a wood floor.
A single-story house with a garage, a front door, and a small front yard with shrubs and a lawn.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a green rug.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Phillip Island Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Cowes, Victoria
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Front Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Room 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Room 4

+1
5 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
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. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Cowes, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cowes Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Penguin Parade - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mon Dieu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Reach Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterboy Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Wildlife Park 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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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at shallow waters retreat. The house was nice and clean, the beds were super comfy, and the location was great! Only a short drive into town, and close to other beaches we enjoy! Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2026
Thank you, Nadia, for your wonderful feedback and for staying with us at Shallow Water Retreat. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, and that you found the house clean, the beds super comfortable, and the location so convenient for both town and nearby beaches. We’re very thankful for your great feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again in the future. Regards, The team at Phillip Island Holiday Homes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the holiday house with our family and friends. The house was excellent and comfortably accommodated our group of 15 people. It was spacious, convenient, and easy to access all the facilities we needed during our stay.Overall, we were very satisfied with our experience. I just have a few suggestions that I believe could make the property even more attractive and enjoyable for future guests:• The backyard and plants around the house could benefit from some trimming and general maintenance to make the outdoor area look even more inviting.• The shower door needs some attention/repair.• A large mirror in the master walk-in robe would be a great addition and would be very useful for guests.• A large king-size bed in the master bedroom would make the room even more comfortable and appealing.These are only small suggestions, as we genuinely enjoyed our stay. With a little attention to these areas, I believe the property could be even more beautiful and appealing to future guests.Thank you for providing us with such a lovely place to stay. We would be happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Our stay in Phillip Island

It was nice and spacious for all of us to fit comfortably. Mostly it was an enjoyable stay, apart frpm a few issues. The outdoor BBQ was completely dirty and did not work correctly. The oven was also dirty in the kitchen, there was a tray left inside it that was full of oil. The air conditioning unit in the back loungeroom was not working at all. It had no power to it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

CURRINGTON FAMILY WEEK

Great house for all of us. Loved the 3 different relaxing areas. Slept us all with no problems Only problem we had was heating. Place was cold and 1 of the air conditioners (only 2) was not working. Luckily we were able to get in touch with property manager who assisted in sorting out the electrical fault problem. Also didnt realise that we would have to buy wood and get the fire going. Soon sorted and the place warmed up quickly Would consider staying there again - easy to clean and look after too. Kids loved the big screen TV on wet days
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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