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Atmospheric mudbrick cottage - 300m to beach and close to Cowes town.
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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
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Cowes, VIC
- Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve2 min walk
- Place, Cowes Beach3 min walk
- Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock17 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Atmospheric mudbrick cottage - 300m to beach and close to Cowes town.
Walk to the beach and Cowes town from this, your perfect getaway. With a fenced, spacious back yard, electric heating/cooling and a wood fire - your Grape Escape awaits you! Our place is clean, cosy, private and exceptionally well located.
CENTRAL LOCATION - 900m approx. to main town and 300m approx. to the calm, north facing beach. Convenient yet peaceful.
The Grape Escape is set on a 700m2 approx. corner. Young children are safe in the fully fenced, spacious back yard, which is visible from the living area.
Perfect for your break any time of the year.
Owned by winemakers, this cosy, mud brick, slate floor cottage is a short walk to tje beach and town, and a short drive to the famous Penguin Parade, two wineries and numerous island surf beaches.
You are assured of prompt service and communication at all stages of your booking, as we strive to make your stay as relaxing as possible.
*Accommodates up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms (1 with semi ensuite).
*Natural insulation of mud brick and reverse cycle airconditioning keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter.
*Coonara fire place
*Luxurious leather lounge.
*1 queen bed and 2 single beds (a set of bunks). Doonas, covers &pillows provided. Bring linen or hire for $30 per bed per stay.
* Fully equipped kitchen - just bring food!
*Open plan kitchen, dining and living.
*Bathroom with shower over bath (shower screen door slides open to about 60cm) and toilet, plus separate toilet off laundry. Soa and shampoo provided.
*Washing machine, iron, hair dryer.
*Fully fenced back yard, visible from living area, great for keeping an eye on the children.
*Covered front verandah for extra outdoor living or carport.
*Family games, videos, cookbooks and books supplied.
*BBQ and Bocci set for playing in the fenced backyard.
*Large 700m2 (approx) corner block, you won't feel hemmed in.
*Feels like home!
Stroll to the north facing Cowes beach - voted "Best Beach for Kids in VIC" ... "The water is usually calm. The beach is wide, there's plenty of shade near there's not too far to go to reach the main street." (Herald Sun 4/1/18).
Walk along the beach near our place to the main street of Cowes, where you can enjoy coffee or a meal, whilst soaking up the atmosphere of this seaside village. The Cowes boat ramp is just a minute's drive away too and in good weather, you can have breakfast or lunch right on the beach at the rustic Boat Ramp cafe.
Within a short drive from the Grape Escape are the Penguin Parade, Koala Park, the cute village of Rhyll, indoor children activities, historic Churchill Island, fabulous wineries and some of Australia's best surf beaches.
The island also boasts Victoria's 'Best Beach Rocks' - being Cape Woolamai Forrest Caves, a series of caverns where sea has eroded the low tide the headlands at Smiths Beach have plenty of rock pools to explore.
Phillip Island is a famous perfect summer getaway - yet the Grape Escape offers an equally relaxing experience any time of year. In the cooler weather there is nothing better than an invigorating walk on the beach followed by nights by the Coonara fire with a family game, good book or a good friend!
Tarriffs
Bring your own bed linen and towels - or these can be hired for $30 per bed per stay. Tea towels,bath mat,doonas with covers and pillows are always provided.
Special rates apply for sporting events and linen is included for these rates.
A bond held by HomeAway. Our rental agreement is available on this site and by booking with us, you confirm your acceptance of these terms. We will also email you a copy. Please note that prices and inclusions may change without notice and confirmation of same will be supplied upon enquiry.
We look forward to welcoming you soon for your Grape Escape.
CENTRAL LOCATION - 900m approx. to main town and 300m approx. to the calm, north facing beach. Convenient yet peaceful.
The Grape Escape is set on a 700m2 approx. corner. Young children are safe in the fully fenced, spacious back yard, which is visible from the living area.
Perfect for your break any time of the year.
Owned by winemakers, this cosy, mud brick, slate floor cottage is a short walk to tje beach and town, and a short drive to the famous Penguin Parade, two wineries and numerous island surf beaches.
You are assured of prompt service and communication at all stages of your booking, as we strive to make your stay as relaxing as possible.
*Accommodates up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms (1 with semi ensuite).
*Natural insulation of mud brick and reverse cycle airconditioning keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter.
*Coonara fire place
*Luxurious leather lounge.
*1 queen bed and 2 single beds (a set of bunks). Doonas, covers &pillows provided. Bring linen or hire for $30 per bed per stay.
* Fully equipped kitchen - just bring food!
*Open plan kitchen, dining and living.
*Bathroom with shower over bath (shower screen door slides open to about 60cm) and toilet, plus separate toilet off laundry. Soa and shampoo provided.
*Washing machine, iron, hair dryer.
*Fully fenced back yard, visible from living area, great for keeping an eye on the children.
*Covered front verandah for extra outdoor living or carport.
*Family games, videos, cookbooks and books supplied.
*BBQ and Bocci set for playing in the fenced backyard.
*Large 700m2 (approx) corner block, you won't feel hemmed in.
*Feels like home!
Stroll to the north facing Cowes beach - voted "Best Beach for Kids in VIC" ... "The water is usually calm. The beach is wide, there's plenty of shade near there's not too far to go to reach the main street." (Herald Sun 4/1/18).
Walk along the beach near our place to the main street of Cowes, where you can enjoy coffee or a meal, whilst soaking up the atmosphere of this seaside village. The Cowes boat ramp is just a minute's drive away too and in good weather, you can have breakfast or lunch right on the beach at the rustic Boat Ramp cafe.
Within a short drive from the Grape Escape are the Penguin Parade, Koala Park, the cute village of Rhyll, indoor children activities, historic Churchill Island, fabulous wineries and some of Australia's best surf beaches.
The island also boasts Victoria's 'Best Beach Rocks' - being Cape Woolamai Forrest Caves, a series of caverns where sea has eroded the low tide the headlands at Smiths Beach have plenty of rock pools to explore.
Phillip Island is a famous perfect summer getaway - yet the Grape Escape offers an equally relaxing experience any time of year. In the cooler weather there is nothing better than an invigorating walk on the beach followed by nights by the Coonara fire with a family game, good book or a good friend!
Tarriffs
Bring your own bed linen and towels - or these can be hired for $30 per bed per stay. Tea towels,bath mat,doonas with covers and pillows are always provided.
Special rates apply for sporting events and linen is included for these rates.
A bond held by HomeAway. Our rental agreement is available on this site and by booking with us, you confirm your acceptance of these terms. We will also email you a copy. Please note that prices and inclusions may change without notice and confirmation of same will be supplied upon enquiry.
We look forward to welcoming you soon for your Grape Escape.
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Property Registration Number REG2023-000048/2025
About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.

Cowes, VIC
What's nearby
- Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Cowes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Silverleaves Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pino's Trattoria - 17 min walk
- SAYANG - 15 min walk
- Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 16 min walk
- Chapel Lane - 15 min walk
- Hotel Phillip Island - 17 min walk
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Neil H.
9 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neil H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cathy E.
16 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathy E.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Selly O.
28 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Selly O.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Craig T.
3 June 2014
Awesome value and lovely owner
Craig T.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
BRETT B.
10 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great eacape
BRETT B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne L.
4 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Suzanne L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Celia H.
2 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot on Phillip Island
Celia H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sally P.
3 May 2018
Cosy home, great hosts, great location.
Sally P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary ann F.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach
Mary ann F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arran A.
12 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Arran A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea M.
8 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
Andrea M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
John M.
14 October 2016
Enjoyable stay
John M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Genevieve A.
18 April 2015
Perfect for the price
Genevieve A.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dona E.
8 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place for a family escape
Dona E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
15 March 2016
A nice little charm!
Michelle H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate R.
8 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kate R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
marianne b.
9 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family stay
marianne b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fiona C.
23 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Fiona C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
EMMA-KATE M.
31 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and welcoming
EMMA-KATE M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle O.
25 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cosy cottage
Michelle O.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Louis A.
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Louis A.
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10/10 Excellent
1 March 2019
A truly beautiful home with the charm from been built from mud bricks with expose timber beams and a
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10/10 Excellent
Melanie R.
1 March 2019
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Melanie R.
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Robynne M.
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About the host
Hosted by Anna Aldridge
We are West Aussies who love the beach and enjoy sharing our unique, centrally located mud brick cottage with people who appreciate authenticity and nature.
Why they chose this property
Slate floor, mudbricks and private large block offer an atmosphere seldom found so close to the north facing beach. The perfect location!
What makes this property unique
A short walk to the north facing beach, fenced in and large back yard, atmospheric mud brick with slate floor and fireplace, well equipped kitchen, close to town and restaurants.
Languages:
English, French, Italian
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