A colorful three bedroom double story house. Light and airy with tree top views. Surrounded by a lovely garden and a huge fenced rear yard with large lawn area. Well suited to families or two couples, with upstairs/downstairs separation. Located on a quiet no-through road, a leisurely 5 minute stroll to the sheltered Ventnor Bay beach. For shopping, a 5 minute brisk walk brings you to to a friendly general store with bottle shop. Or take a 5 minute drive to the nearby bustling town of Cowes. For surfers, drive 5 minute into the other direction to hit 5 different quality brakes, right and left hand. It is an island, so hit out in any direction and you will meet the water. Many different beaches to explore with all the benefits and boons that these provide. The bay side of the island has calm small waves while the ocean side brings in the exciting big ones.
The layout
Upstairs; Open plan kitchen, living and dining with ceiling fans and air-con/heating, two bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, fully enclose-able timber deck with bbq
Downstairs; Sitting/bedroom, shower, separate toilet, laundry facilities and outdoor seating on timber deck
Outdoors; A big treed garden with games lawn area, shower and storage shed
Sleeping Bedroom 1 upstairs with 1 Queen bed, ceiling fan and split system air-con Bedroom 2 upstairs with 1 Bunk (2x single), ceiling fan and split system air-con Bedroom 3 downstairs studio space with 1 Queen bed
Note - external stairs only between upstairs and downstairs Parking There is ample parking space for 2 cars on the grassy area at the front of the house, with one area always providing shade.
Linen Bring your own top and bottom sheets, pillow slips and towels Linen can be included upon request for a fee
Pets Well behaved small dogs are welcome upon request Confirm suitability prior to booking please. Ventnor Bay Beach is one of the few dog friendly beaches on Philip Island
Age After a less successful stay of a group of young people we have decided not to rent to under 25’s. With apologies to all the responsible young ones.
A $300 deposit to cover possible damages does apply to all rentals A full refund if the property is left as it was found Online bookings subject to owner approval
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dogs only
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
There are outdoor areas where smoking is permitted
Communication required with prospective guests prior to acceptance of booking request
A $100 cleaning fee to be charged to all rentals
Our cleaning schedule does not allow us to accept back to back bookings.
A minimum of 3 days vacancy is required between guests.
Important information
You need to know
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
About the area
Ventnor
Located in Ventnor, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Phillip Island Winery and Phillip Island Ferry Dock 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. Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Ventnor Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Ventnor Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Penguin Parade - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 76 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 144 min drive
Restaurants
Chapel Lane - 7 min drive
Isola di Capri - 7 min drive
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 7 min drive
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 7 min drive
Fisherman's Wharf - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Island Tree House in Ventnor pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Island Tree House in Ventnor?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Tree House in Ventnor on 31 January 2027 start from NZ$212, 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 Island Tree House in Ventnor?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Island Tree House in Ventnor?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Island Tree House in Ventnor?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Island Tree House in Ventnor located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Ventnor Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Cowes 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.
Loved staying at the tree house! Spacious, quiet, great separate downstairs area looking onto the beautiful garden. Perfect beach house!
Monique C.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2023
It's always so gratifying to hear our guests enjoyed the tree house. Lovely to know you appreciated it and had good times. Thanks Monique. Hope to see you and family again.
Absolutely love this house. Second Summer staying here. So quiet and close to many beautiful beaches. Love the upstairs, downstairs living arrangement and the gorgeous trees fluttering around when relaxing on the top deck. Bliss!
Loved the tree top view, neat and tidy with everything you need. Close to beach and a lovely yard. Recommended 👍🏻😀
Katrina C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2022
Great to hear you had a lovely time on the island and enjoyed your stay at our beach abode. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family (and the pups). You have been most understanding to the COVID and technology driven problems that popped up. Both are now sorted. Welcome back anytime.
Loved our time staying at the Treehouse. Short stroll down to the beach. Gave us time to relax and reconnect as a family. Spent many a day sitting on the deck and enjoying the peace and tranquillity within the trees. Our host was always prompt in responding to an questions. We hope to return to this hideaway in Ventnor.
Karen A.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2023
Hi Karen and Fam
Great to hear good times were had. It is a bit of a tranquil hide out isn't it?
So quiet without the almost always present back ground noise of the city or suburb life. And Just far enough away from the beach.
Welcome back anytime.
My 11tear old daughter and I stayed at the tree house. We love how it was so clean and user friendly. We all so liked how the top and bottom of the tree house was separated, it gave us both space.
My daughter didn’t like the no wifi but I definitely did. Was a lovely break away for my daughter and I. The managers for the property are fabulous and couldn’t do more for me. I will 100% be back to the tree house
We stayed 4 weeks and we enjoyed every bit of it. The highlight is by far the wildlife in the trees at night: you feel like you're in a tree house and can get close to all the birds, possums and other animals. We had the pleasure to spot echidna roaming around, as well as wallabies; the kids absolutely love it. The house is comfortable with the separation between upstairs and downstairs really useful, especially when you're staying with friends, and is well appointed with everything you need to have a nice and comfortable stay. We enjoyed walking to the really nice beach and watching the sunsets from there; the kids are tons of fun playing in the garden and the decking area is a great entertainer with the BBQ and all, and well protected from wind and rain.
We had to work from there for a week and had no issues with communications; the 5G (yes 5G) from Telstra worked perfectly and enabled videoconferences with videos without any issues on the deck outside.
We'd highly recommend this house for a stay in Phillip Island.
If you like mice, ants and very uncomfortable furniture, this is the place for you.
We appreciated that the property allowed our small frenchies to stay. The photos of the property are deceptive. The lounge furniture was very uncomfortable. Ended up sitting on a dining chair whenever we were home. Queen bed very uncomfortable. Mice were running around the house on the wooden floors at night and in our wardrobe. Reported it to the owners and told to put down mice traps. Reported thousands of black and brown ants throughout the house. Told to put down bait for them too. Didn’t bc we have dogs. The washing machine power point fell out and ants crawled out continuously. Reported to owner. No rectification. There was evidence of wood rot in the balcony wood, nails were protruding on some of the wooden floor slats and there were no nails connecting the verandah railings between posts. TV reception was very poor, mobile reception was also poor and cars ended up covered in bird pooh as there was nowhere to park that wasn’t under a tree. We left early bc we couldn’t bare the 1950’s accommodation.
Maureen W.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2021
Dear Maureen
Your below review has stunned and stung us.
We fully agree, our island house is not 5 star resort accomodation.
But your dreadful 1 star review is not deserved either.
You must have been very unhappy in our place to be so vindictive.
It would have been much better if you would have sought contact about this with us.
We would without doubt have cancelled your booking and given you a refund.
And you could have spend all that time relaxing in a more soothing environment.
Regards
Jonathan, Jamie + Janette
climb the stairs, surprise, a very relaxing homely feel, all amenities, chill, unwind, relax, forget the outside world, and you can have your doggie, well, part of the family too. enjoy!!!
Lindsay P.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2021
Thanks guys.
Lovely to hear you enjoyed our island house. And well done on the little dog lady to master walking stairs at her advanced age.
Welcome back anytime.
Loved the vintage charm of this house and the beautiful treed location. The downstairs room was perfect for teenagers. Everything we needed in a holiday house...and more!
Katy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2021
Great you enjoyed our island abode Katy. The weather was not that summery but hope you all still had a wonderful time. The island does have lots more to offer then just beautiful beaches.
You left our place spic and span too. Thank you, most sincerely.
A lovely review from wonderful guests.
Fabulous place to stay, had everything we needed, I would highly recommend this holiday home to anyone who wants to visit Phllip island. Thankyou for letting us stay at your wonderful home.
Kind regards
Dan
Monica T.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2021
Great to hear you had good times in and appreciated our island home, Monica and Dan.
Welcome back anytime.
Kindest
Janette
Lovely place to getaway.... host was amazing...what a wonderful xmas!!
VINCE J.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Katrina M.
25 April 2019
Love the deck
Nice peaceful location
Katrina M.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ben a.
8 November 2018
very impressive!
Janettes place has everything you need, we couldn't have asked for anything more.
thank you janette!
ben a.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
12 January 2017
Excellent place to stay
Everyone enjoyed staying at the Tree House. Kids had their own space downstairs & our two small dogs loved the big yard. House was very clean & well stocked with essentials (thank you). Will stay again in the future.
Michael R.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Great to hear good times were had and lovely the tree house suited the family so well We installed heavy duty sound insulation between up and down a while ago One of the best investments! Welcome back anytime y'all
Archival
8/10 Good
Christine D.
3 October 2016
Cosy relaxing holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Island tree house. The house was cosy and had everything we required to have a relaxing holiday its in a great location easy access to beach away from the hustle and bustle. We will definitely be back.
Christine D.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Wonderful Christine. Fabulous to hear you enjoyed your stay and sincerely looking forward to your return. You have been a delightful guest.
Archival
8/10 Good
5 October 2014
Relaxing pet friendly getaway
My dogs and I had a wonderful stay at Treetops in Ventnor. It is in a very peaceful location, perfect for me! The house is cosy and the backyard ideal for my two active dogs. It was lovely to sit outside with the undercover deck and the pet friendly beach is only a few minutes walk and only a short drive to Cowes. My only regret is my stay wasn't long enough!
Thank you Janette and Jonathan, I had a wonderful time! :)
Cheers, Robyn
Archival
8/10 Good
1 February 2014
Great find
was a great place to stay, perfect for families with teenagers having the 'den' downstairs!
Great aircon we stayed during the hottest week.
lots of space for the dog to run around (and the Kids)
will be back!
Archival
8/10 Good
11 March 2013
Lovely find!
My partner and i really enjoyed our stay on Philip Island and in this cosy house. It provided everything we needed, well equipped and stocked, nice outdoor eating area and a garden. Very close to the beach and easily accessible (by car) to Cowes - we will be back!
Archival
8/10 Good
2 March 2013
Treehouse Hideaway
What a lovely place to relax and unwind...very comfortable and cosy. The house has everything you need, pantry items a bonus. Sitting out on the veranda you felt like you were up in the trees, plenty of bird life flitting around and even the odd possum at night. An easy walk to the beach and what a pleasant place to swim...no big waves to knock you over and fill your pants with sand!! Thankyou to the very friendly and helpful owners, we enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate in recommending it to our family and friends and hopefully we'll be back again.
Archival
8/10 Good
29 January 2013
homely ,comfortable and family friendly
Imaccutelately clean, well kept. Has all the provisions and the basic necessities that a family needs while holidaying at the house. Big back yard, great outdoor decking for relaxing out on and having meals. 5 minutes walk down to the beach, kids loved the evening swims! Overall a lovely place with lovely owners in a great location.