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Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes

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Living area
Living area
Outdoor dining
Floor plan
Reviews
8.0

Very good

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Cowes, Victoria
  • Popular LocationCowes Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPhillip Island Ferry Dock4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhillip Island Wildlife Park4 min drive
  • AirportMoorabbin, VIC (MBW)93 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

Garden

About this property

Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes

About the home

“Shallow Water Retreat” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a comfortable walk from the beach and short drive from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:

Indoor Areas

This large home has three living areas, providing plenty of space and options to spread out; the Lounge Room is at the front of the home, a huge central Kitchen/Dining/Family Room (with coonara wood heater) and a rear Rumpus Room (with 75" smart TV, Netflix & Kayo). The Master bedroom is near the front of the home and has a walk in robe and ensuite (shower, toilet & double vanity). A separate hallway leads to Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 (each with built in robes), a main bathroom (with bath & shower), a separate toilet and a laundry (with clothes dryer & washing machine).

Outdoor Areas

The home has a large double garage with roller door access to the fully enclosed rear yard, as well as internal access to the home. The delightful central covered deck (with table & chairs for 12 people, plus 2 additional chairs and a gas BBQ) can be accessed from the central Dining/Living Room as well as the 3rd Living Room. There is space for 2 cars in the garage plus another in the driveway. The large open spaces of the North Shore Estate Reserve & Playground (with swings, slides, etc) are just 50m from the front door.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine, sandwich press, etc. plus a sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and induction cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

There are two wall mounted reverse cycle airconditioners; one in Bedroom 1 and the other in the 3rd (rear) living room, a coonara wood heater in the main Living Room (firewood not provided), plus three stand-alone fans which can be used where required.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 9 beds, plus 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 14 guests:

Bedroom 1: One Queen bed
Bedroom 2: One Queen bed
Bedroom 3: One Tri-bunk
Bedroom 4: Two sets of King Single bunks and one King Single Trundle bed.

There is also a Double sofa bed in the front Living Room that is suitable for 2 adults or children.

Please note: The Tri-bunk has a double bed base with a single bed above it.
The King Single trundle bed is best suited for a child.

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.

Property manager

Bernadette, Les, Joel and Caleb Rudd
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider A Maze'N Things, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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Cowes, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 9 min walk
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 4 min drive
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive
  • A Maze'N Things - 8 min drive
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Porchetta Phillip Island - 3 min drive
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Ocean Reach Brewing - 4 min drive
  • Isola Di Capri - 4 min drive
  • Pino's Trattoria - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shallow Water Retreat in Cowes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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 1 mi (2 km) of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Nature Park. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

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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Hosted by Bernadette, Les, Joel and Caleb Rudd

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