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The Old Cottage at Cowes

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Interior
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a toaster.
A single-story house with a porch, a door, and a small garden area.
TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6129 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Leisure Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowes

This vacation home places you next to Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 74 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬10 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.

The Old Cottage at Cowes

Located in the heart of Cowes, the main hub on Phillip Island, this quaint cottage is in a perfect location, a 100-metre walk to Cowes Main Beach (walk down Eva Lane), a short walk to supermarkets, shops, cafes & restaurants. Everything is at your fingertips.

The Old Cottage features 3 bedrooms (2 Double beds and 2 single beds), open plan living, dining and kitchen, family bathroom with toilet, laundry, BBQ in the back area, extra toilet in the back area and a cute verandah looking over the garden. A relaxing area to spend the day away. The kitchen is fully fitted out; all you need to bring is your food and drinks.

Fully fenced with off street parking and pets are welcome.

PLEASE NOTE:

LINEN: Sheets, pillowcase and bath towels are not provided. You can bring your own or hire linen from the holiday manager. There are doonas with covers, pillows, extra blankets, bathmat, hand towel and tea towels.

BOND: There is a $400 bond and this is held against your credit card. There is no payment required.

STRICTLY NO SCHOOLIES OR GROUPS UNDER 25 YEARS OF AGE. (With the exception of children accompanied by parents)

PLEASE NOTE: There is a strict NO PARTY policy. The house is located in a residential area and noise and public disturbances will not be tolerated. Guests will be asked to leave the premises without notice should noise or nuisance complaints be received or if the number of guests exceeds the number confirmed at time of booking.

There are many activities available on Phillip Island and only 1.5 to 2-hour drive from Melbourne CBD. A perfect location and a quaint cottage for you to enjoy your break away.
PLEASE NOTE:
- There is 7.5% State government short term levy collected at time of booking. This is added to the total accommodation including the cleaning fee.
- No smoking policy
- PETS: Pets welcome
- LINEN: Please note sheets and bath towels are not provided. There are doonas with covers, pillows with pillow protectors, plenty of spare rugs, bath mats, hand towels and tea towels. You can either bring your own or hire them from Dianne, the Holiday Rental Manager. The only time linen is provided is at the Moto GP championship weekend.
- BOND: A bond of $400 is held against your credit card. There is no payment required.
- STRICTLY NO SCHOOLIES OR GROUPS UNDER 25 YEARS OF AGE. (With the exception of children accompanied by parents)
- PLEASE NOTE: There is a strict NO PARTY policy. The house is located in a residential area and noise, and public disturbances will not be tolerated. Guests will be asked to leave the premises without notice should noise or nuisance complaints be received or if the number of guests exceeds the number confirmed at time of booking.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 129 square feet

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Old Cottage @ Cowes Cowes
The Old Cottage @ Cowes Private vacation home
The Old Cottage @ Cowes Private vacation home Cowes
2570329

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cowes, just steps from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Old Cottage at Cowes?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is The Old Cottage at Cowes a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does The Old Cottage at 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.

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

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does The Old Cottage at Cowes have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Cottage at Cowes?

Yes, every house at The Old Cottage at Cowes comes with a balcony/patio.

The Old Cottage at Cowes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Break In Beach St - Cowes

Excellent location - Really enjoyed our stay will come back again when it is warmer
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brenda o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Close to beach and main street. Easy, quick and friendly communication with host. Great place for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Easy process. Very clean and sun on the front veranda in the afternoon was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage right on the beach

Had a comfy and restful stay in a quiet street near the beach. The dogs were very happy with the small fenced yard. I particularly liked the hard floors and walk in shower.
Goldie drying off after a swim
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing long weekend

This little cottage was perfect for the 2 of us. It felt like a welcoming family home. Great location within an easy walk to cafes, restaurants & beach, & easy drives to so many other beautiful spots on Phillip Island. .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Nice clean cute cottage as described, close to all ameny, will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zelda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach cottage

Beach cottage with lots of character. Lazy deck at the front with big trees providing shade and atmosphere. Walking distance to beach and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

P J S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break…

We had a great break from Sunday to Wednesday, everything is within walking distance with a gorgeous beach 5 minutes walk. We would recommend this accomodation
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great position, space & comfy!

Such character in this old cottage, beautiful high ceilings & floors! New bathroom, comfortable beds, stocked kitchen & loved sitting on veranda having a drink! Great to keep our dog locked in the yard to play.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vintage and cute

Welcoming little cottage, with good facilities. Spacious for the 3 of us, we got it cosy in mid winter, in the living room with the reverse cycle wall heater. Easy walk beach and Cowes. Lots to see around island for walkers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

BECKY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, secure for our dog and very comfortable. Really easy to check in and so close to the beach and local wallaby. The art on the wall in front bedroom was a surprise - I liked reading about the history of it but didn't love the feeling of the room, just personal preference. One of the single beds in the other front room is super squeaky so no-one slept on that one but everything else fantastic. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Di B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great location

The old cottage is a great location for your stay on Phillip Island. It is really neat and tidy has great kitchen with all the things you need. I loved being able to access the beach from a nearby lane to walk the dog. The GOP bedroom and history of the house was a surprise. The kids found it a bit spooky and opted to share the other bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Prue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Short get away

Overall we were happy with our stay. The yard was good, but wasn't very secure for our dogs, the gap under the gate was too big, so they couldn't be left alone. We couldn't all go out together as a family without out taking the dogs, so that limited some family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025