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The Carapooka Coast Retreat

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A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and a balcony with a view.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, and a sofa. There is a large window on one side and a sliding door on the other.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with floral bedding, a bedside table, and a framed eye chart on the wall.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a TV, and a large window.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowes

This vacation home is located within a mile (2 km) of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Silverleaves Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Somerville Station - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wing Lock Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Carapooka Coast Retreat

Welcome to this lovely, well appointed homely holiday house with zoned living areas.

Immerse yourself in coastal living with only a short stroll to the Cowes main beach or town center or relax on the expansive balcony as you savor the sea breeze.

This double story retreat features four bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed for comfort. Downstairs, bedroom 1 offers a queen bed, while bedroom 2 is perfect for the kids, offering one bunk-bed & one single bed. Bedrooms 3 & 4 are located upstairs both offer a cosy queen-sized haven.

There are two bathrooms, one on each level. The comfy upstairs lounge area opens up to the sunny balcony and has a TV. The fully equipped kitchen with electric cooking, and a cosy living area with TV are located downstairs giving access to the out door decking overlooking a large fenced rear yard that is perfect for a family game of cricket.

The property also has a carport and free wifi

This a great family orientated holiday home in a fantastic location making it an ideal getaway for families and friends alike.

*Please note that linen is included when booking this property*

You will need to complete an online check-in form (Guests are required to provide a photo identification and credit card) closer to your arrival date. If you are not comfortable with this requirement, please refrain from making a booking.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

A security deposit of AUD500 is required for all confirmed reservations. This will be processed via an online link 7 days prior to arrival and will be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to an inspection of the property.

Please note that the Victorian Government has implemented a levy on short-stay accommodations. Starting January 1st, 2025, bookings of less than 28 days will incur the "short stay levy" in addition to the accommodation cost. For further details, please visit the SRO website.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a balcony and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

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 indicated 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cowes, a short 15-minute walk from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and also 17 minutes on foot from Cowes Beach. You'll also find Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Carapooka Coast Retreat?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Carapooka Coast Retreat?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a garden.

Does The Carapooka Coast Retreat have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does The Carapooka Coast Retreat have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Carapooka Coast Retreat?

Yes, every house at The Carapooka Coast Retreat comes with a balcony.

The Carapooka Coast Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Easter weekend

Great neat and tidy house with basic but clean facilities. Close to Main Street
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025