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Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9

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Pool
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Floor plan

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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COWES, VIC
  • Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

1

1 Queen Bed

2

1 Queen Bed

3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1st floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom ground floor

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9

About the home

“Penguins by the Beach” is a lovely home in a brilliant location in central Cowes, across the road from the beach and easily walkable to the many supermarkets, cafes and restaurants Cowes has to offer. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below.

Indoor Areas

Downstairs is the second Living room (with TV & Blu-Ray player), Bedroom 1, a Bathroom (with shower over bath and toilet), and internal access to the Garage. A fully equipped European laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer) is in the hallway. Upstairs is the open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living area (with TV) opening to a balcony, plus Bedrooms 2 and 3 (each with BIR) and a Bathroom (with shower and toilet).

Outdoor Areas

The home has both a Balcony on the first floor as well as an enclosed rear courtyard. The double Garage (with internal access into the home) 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, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

The home contains two reverse-cycle, split system units one in the upstairs living room, and the other downstairs in the entrance. There is also a standalone fan for use where required.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 5 beds plus 1 foldout divan, accommodating up to 9 guests:

Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): 1 x Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): 1 x set of Single bunks and 1 x Single bed

There is also a fold out Double sofa in the downstairs living room, suitable for two adults or children.

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

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Churchill Island Marine National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Wildlife Park, 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, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Jetty Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Osofua U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
My family and I enjoyed every moment of our stay and everything we need near us the shopping centre the beach and the property itself is cleaned and organised and big space for our family. I’m 100% recommended We will definitely come back again. My children love it and they enjoy the swimming pool and exploring cows area by foot and of course the beach was their favourite. We pleased with everything ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamal W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and facilities
House was great size, very clean, great pool & so close to beach and Main Street. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid Week Mini Stay
Great Location. Secure Parking for 2 cars. Short walk to the beach. Easy communication with owners. Details of property exactly as described
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Property was well presented. Layout of bedrooms and kitchen and lounge was perfect for our group of 8. Pool and BBQ area excellent. Close to main shopping area and beach . Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Carly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
We enjoyed our stay. Walking distance to Main Street and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elena K., Melbourne, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great unit & great location
This was our second time staying at this property in Cowes, and we plan to come back again! The double story unit has everything you need with an open-plan kitchen and living area, complete with a large dining area too. The only recommendation I would make would be to perhaps leave travel-size toiletries in the bathroom, and a tea/milk/coffee set-up in the kitchen (just enough to get through the first morning).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Furaha N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay in Cowes
Beautiful house, amazing location with all amenities needed just a few minutes from the property. And the host has been so helpful answering all our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jubran A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in our holiday
Where can I start, the house was clean, beautiful,everything thing you need is there, the most attractive places in Phillip Island were close to it the longest was like 25 minutes and the cost of the house anyone with big family or small can afford it.

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Very clean great location
See above
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elena K., Melbourne, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We just spent a week at Phillip Island, and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house has everything you could want, and the location is great too. We would recommend this property to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Varinder K.

Nice clean and convenient place to stay
Specious and close to cowes beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL M.

Excellent Property close to the Beach
This was a great property to stay in, very modern, clean and roomy with the 3 bedrooms. The kids loved the pool and it was walking distance to the beach and shops at Cowes. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we visit Philip Island.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Adrianna M.

Great location
Property location fantastic. Townhouse itself was great. Beds were comfortable. Pool was good but cold! Some of the smaller details were missing and the property probably needs to be checked over to make sure the smaller details are there. It is a property to sleep 8 but there were no large platters to serve food or large salad bowls. There was no vegetable peeler. But it had plenty of crockery and cutlery, glasses and mugs. There was a cake tin but no bowls to mix in. The DVD player didn't work and the dryer hadn't been cleaned properly so when we dried the clothes, there was a funny smell and everything had to be washed again. There was a great washing line but no basket or pegs. It was wet for a couple of days but there wasn't a clothes horse to dry the swimmers etc inside. Overall, it was a great property and we had a great holiday. But it would be an amazing one if some of the smaller details were fixed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

We found the property to be nice and clean and large enough for 2 families to stay at. Nice clean ki
We found the property to be nice and clean and large enough for 2 families to stay at. Nice clean kitchen with a great f&p dishwasher works great. Lovely clean pool and clean bbq and nice grounds the only down fall was the tv - shame on its size - wouldnt hurt to upgrade to larger one (especially for night viwing when kids in bed) Fantastic locations easy walk to both the beach and the shops. Had a great time. ThanksTina.

About the host

Hosted by Bernadette, Les, Joel and Caleb Rudd

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