This vacation home places you within a 5-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Silverleaves Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
Baxter Station - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Phillip Island - 9 min walk
Pino's Trattoria - 8 min walk
Chapel Lane - 6 min walk
Isola di Capri - 8 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 8 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Starfish Sands in Cowes
About the home
"Starfish Sands" is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, two storey town house, very close to the Cowes beach and shops. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Downstairs you will find bedroom 3 (with TV and DVD player) and bedroom 4 (with access to the rear yard), a laundry in the foyer, the main bathroom (with bath, shower and toilet) and internal access to the garage.
Upstairs is the large open plan kitchen, dining/living room (with a 75 inch smart TV) which provides access to the upstairs front balcony. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are also upstairs, each with a BIR and another bathroom (with shower and toilet).
Outdoor Areas
There are outdoor tables and chairs on the upstairs balcony as well as in the downstairs enclosed yard. The double Garage (with internal access into the home and foldup table tennis table) provides space for 2 cars. The shared facilities available include a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady BBQ area, plus some additional communal parking spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has 2 x wall mounted reverse cycle A/C units - one in the upstairs living room and the other in the downstairs foyer. There’s also a ceiling fan in both of the upstairs bedrooms.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): 1 x Tri-bunk bed Bedroom 4 (Downstairs): 2 x Sets of Single bunks
Please note: The 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, irrespective of whether school-leavers are part of the official Schoolies Program. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process. Local council restrictions are in place for this property, and compliance is mandatory.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
48_188
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Cowes, just steps from Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, and within a short walk of Phillip Island Ferry Dock. You'll also find Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Leisure Centre less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starfish Sands in Cowes on May 1, 2026 start from $417, 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.
Is there parking available at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Starfish Sands in Cowes?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a garden and a video library.
Does Starfish Sands in Cowes have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Starfish Sands in Cowes have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
Yes, every house at Starfish Sands in Cowes comes with a balcony.
Starfish Sands in Cowes Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Tori G.
Dec 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend this property for your next stay in Cowes
The property was very easy to access and in a great location, close to shops, restaurants and the beach. The house was very spacious and clean, and it was great that we were able to have use of the washing machine and dryer and other appliances, as it made it easier for us all to have it available to us throughout our stay. There was plenty of things to do, especially for the adults, with access to games and WiFi. Highly recommend this property for your next family vacation in Cowes!