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Broadwater by the Bay
Holiday home in Cowes with a hot tub
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
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- Place, Cowes Beach
- Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
- Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom downstairs
1 King Bed
Room 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Room 3
1 Queen Bed
Room 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
Room 5
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom downstairs
Bathtub · Shower only
Master Bedroom downstairs
Toilet · Shower only
Room 5
Bathtub · Toilet
Toilet downstairs
Toilet
Toilet upstairs
Toilet
Spaces
Garden
About this property
Broadwater by the Bay
About the home
"Broadwater by the Bay" is a stunning home away from home with tranquil, light-filled interiors and only a short walk to the shops and beach in Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Upstairs is Bedroom 1 which features a TV & WIR, as well as an ensuite (with shower and basin) and a separate Toilet. The large upstairs Living area has a bar (with TV and DVD player). Downstairs is the large open plan Kitchen/Living/Dining room (with TV and chromecast). Bedroom 2 has a TV, BIR and an ensuite (with shower, toilet and basin), while the other three downstairs Bedrooms (all with BIR) share access to the main Bathroom (with bath & shower) and a separate Toilet.
Outdoor Areas
The fully enclosed rear yard features an electric heated 6-seater spa, plus a hot/cold outdoor shower. The large covered rear entertaining area (with gas BBQ, seating for 10 plus 2 bar stools) and there are some day beds around the spa. The large Double garage (with rear roller door) provides parking for 2 cars, with space for 2 more vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in front of the Garage.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, a Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, full sized fridge (plus a bar fridge in the upstairs bar), dishwasher, 900mm electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has four wall mounted reverse cycle air-conditioning units in the downstairs living and bedroom 2, as well as the upstairs living and bedroom 1. The upstairs bedroom has a ceiling fan and there are also 2 x portable heaters and 2 x portable fans for use where they're required. Please note: the gas fireplace in the downstiars Living Room is not for guest use.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, plus 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 14 guests:
Bedroom 1 (upstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (downstairs): One King bed
Bedroom 3 (downstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 4 (upstairs): One Tri-bunk
Bedroom 5 (downstairs): One Tri-bunk and one Single bed
The upstairs living room also has a fold out Double divan/sofa that is suitable for two adults or children.
Please note: Tri-bunks have a double bed base with a single bed above it.
Linen
It is common in the region for some linen to be provided for bookings, and some linen to be available as an optional extra. By default, a booking at this home does not include optional linen (top & bottom sheets, bath towels and pillowcases). What is included are doonas (quilts) with covers, pillows without covers, tea towels, hand towels and bathmats. If you would like the optional linen included in your booking, please let us know, including which beds you would like it provided for. The additional cost would be a one-off charge of $30 per bed (some sites add a service fee to these costs) - and we prefer 7 days' notice prior to your arrival to get that arranged.
Peak Periods
Please note that during the peak summer period and other peak times, check in times are set as 3pm (unless by prior arrangement). Please also note that if you avail of the optional linen hire over these times, it may involve linen being left out but beds not being made up.
Functions, Celebrations and Schoolies
Please note that the home is not suitable for celebrations, parties or large events. The home also does not take bookings over Schoolies. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory.
"Broadwater by the Bay" is a stunning home away from home with tranquil, light-filled interiors and only a short walk to the shops and beach in Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Upstairs is Bedroom 1 which features a TV & WIR, as well as an ensuite (with shower and basin) and a separate Toilet. The large upstairs Living area has a bar (with TV and DVD player). Downstairs is the large open plan Kitchen/Living/Dining room (with TV and chromecast). Bedroom 2 has a TV, BIR and an ensuite (with shower, toilet and basin), while the other three downstairs Bedrooms (all with BIR) share access to the main Bathroom (with bath & shower) and a separate Toilet.
Outdoor Areas
The fully enclosed rear yard features an electric heated 6-seater spa, plus a hot/cold outdoor shower. The large covered rear entertaining area (with gas BBQ, seating for 10 plus 2 bar stools) and there are some day beds around the spa. The large Double garage (with rear roller door) provides parking for 2 cars, with space for 2 more vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in front of the Garage.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, a Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, full sized fridge (plus a bar fridge in the upstairs bar), dishwasher, 900mm electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has four wall mounted reverse cycle air-conditioning units in the downstairs living and bedroom 2, as well as the upstairs living and bedroom 1. The upstairs bedroom has a ceiling fan and there are also 2 x portable heaters and 2 x portable fans for use where they're required. Please note: the gas fireplace in the downstiars Living Room is not for guest use.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, plus 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 14 guests:
Bedroom 1 (upstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (downstairs): One King bed
Bedroom 3 (downstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 4 (upstairs): One Tri-bunk
Bedroom 5 (downstairs): One Tri-bunk and one Single bed
The upstairs living room also has a fold out Double divan/sofa that is suitable for two adults or children.
Please note: Tri-bunks have a double bed base with a single bed above it.
Linen
It is common in the region for some linen to be provided for bookings, and some linen to be available as an optional extra. By default, a booking at this home does not include optional linen (top & bottom sheets, bath towels and pillowcases). What is included are doonas (quilts) with covers, pillows without covers, tea towels, hand towels and bathmats. If you would like the optional linen included in your booking, please let us know, including which beds you would like it provided for. The additional cost would be a one-off charge of $30 per bed (some sites add a service fee to these costs) - and we prefer 7 days' notice prior to your arrival to get that arranged.
Peak Periods
Please note that during the peak summer period and other peak times, check in times are set as 3pm (unless by prior arrangement). Please also note that if you avail of the optional linen hire over these times, it may involve linen being left out but beds not being made up.
Functions, Celebrations and Schoolies
Please note that the home is not suitable for celebrations, parties or large events. The home also does not take bookings over Schoolies. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
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About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this holiday home is 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 Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Churchill Island Marine National Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale watching.

Cowes, Victoria
What's nearby
- Silverleaves Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pino's Trattoria - 13 min walk
- G’day Tiger - 14 min walk
- La Porchetta - 13 min walk
- Hotel Phillip Island - 12 min walk
- Subway - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
8.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Maria C.
27 April 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful house ,not well equipped for a large family ,fridge and tvs need updating
Maria C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Tracy M.
21 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Tracy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa T.
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away fun!
Vanessa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ian S.
13 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Ian S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bernadette, Les, Joel and Caleb Rudd
Languages:
English
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