10/10 Excellent
Sue F.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rhyll Retreat
Sue F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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Captain Lock's Cottage(featured on 'Postcards') Open Fireplace and Pet Friendly
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10225 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rhyll, VIC
- A Maze'N Things6 min drive
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park6 min drive
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit11 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Captain Lock's Cottage(featured on 'Postcards') Open Fireplace and Pet Friendly
Open fireplace to toast your marshmallows! Enjoy Phillip Island's oldest cottage. Beautiful views over Westernport Bay. Cosy in winter and relaxing in summer. For a very special experience this is a beautiful home restored to it's original charm in a picturesque setting with tranquil views overlooking beautiful Swan Bay. Suitable for couples, families or groups. Open fire place, vaulted ceilings, chandeliers and old world charm blend together with modern day comforts. The house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas, large country kitchen and dining with a wood stove for home style cooking and for the less adventurous, microwave, electric hotplate / oven and BBQ. There is also a herb garden and lemon tree to compliment the best cooking.
The two delightful double bedrooms with comfortable period furnishings and main bathroom form a parents' retreat from the rest of the house. Two additional bedrooms have single beds. There are two bathrooms, one with a separate shower and enormous claw-foot bath to soak in, the other a shower over bath. Linen can be provided at an extra charge of $30/bed. Walk through the French doors of your bedroom to the expansive deck and enjoy the breathtaking views across the bay or enjoy the ambiance of the 100 year old orchard and cottage garden.
Experience the charm of historic Rhyll with only a 5 minute drive to the Island's main town, Cowes, the Penguin Parade and the Grand Prix track. In the cool of the evenings relax on the deck or in front of the open fire and take in the ambiance of beautiful Swan Bay. Perfect for couples, families or groups.
Quotes from the Visitors Book:
- What a truly unique experience.
- A fantastic getaway!
- A real beach house!
- Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous!
- Brekky on the deck - Amazing! Dinner at twilight - Heaven!
Sleeps 9. Bedrooms: 1 Queen, 1 Double, 3 Singles, 2 Singles. Open fire place, large flat screen TV, DVD, CD. Full laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer. Linen & towels provided (extra charge). Reverse cycle air conditioner/heater. No schoolies please.
Property manager
Angeline Bondarenko
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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 and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Rhyll
Located in Rhyll, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Purple Hen Winery and A Maze'N Things are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Penguin Parade and Churchill Island Marine National Park. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rhyll, VIC
What's nearby
- A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
- Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
- Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Koala Conservation Centre - 8 min drive
- Phillip Island Football Club - 7 min drive
- Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - 6 min drive
- The Jetty Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Fig & Olive at Cowes - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
donna s.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Timeless treasure, sunlit rooms, beautiful view with a classic fireplace. Heartfelt recommendation
donna s.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Evonne V.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousins catching up
Evonne V.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Ozenc K.
24 Feb 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wsbk
Ozenc K.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Graeme W.
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday
Graeme W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
jennifer b.
2 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
jennifer b.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most gorgeous cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Howard W.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
three nights in Rhyll
Howard W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Damian B.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Winter Weekend
Damian B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brett P.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Creating Memories At Captain Lock's Cottage
Brett P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rahul K., Australia
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Rahul K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Monica C.
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Location
The house is beautiful
Monica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fabienne C., Davidson, New South Wales
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Fabienne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Sarah B.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Sarah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rita W.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Rita W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian s.
19 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Brian s.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
23 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just delightful
Mary W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
ALISON L.
22 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old world charm
ALISON L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgia F.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Writing Retreat
Georgia F.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter O.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful little cottage in a serene setting
Peter O.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
April C.
10 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the architecture
April C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Greg K.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Relaxing Stay
Greg K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
5 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax at Rhyll
Julie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mia L.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach get away
Mia L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin W.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oldy-worldy charm in quiet location
Robin W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Angeline Bondarenko
We first discovered Captain Lock's Cottage in 2000. It was dilapidated but oozed charm. We renovated with the intention to retain all of it's history and original ambience. The cottage is very comfortable with all of the creature comforts you need for your holiday. The cottage garden was developed using plants from the original garden. It is truly a gem that won't disappoint.
Why they chose this property
Captain Lock's Cottage was built in 1869 and is one of the original cottages built on the Island. The first white child was born in the cottage! There is a plaque commemorating Captain Lock at the local jetty. The cottage was built in three stages by Captain Lock, the first part being built from sealer's huts from French Island that were dismantled and re purposed to build a home for Captain Lock and his family. We fell in love with it and saw the potential of restoring it to it's original charm. When we first peered through the windows we saw the original chandeliers hanging from the vaulted ceilings! The views were gorgeous and Rhyll itself had an ambience that we fell in love with. It is a dear cottage that all our travelers love.
What makes this property unique
This is one of the oldest cottages on the Island. The garden compliments the ambience of this home. It is indeed a Home Away from home!
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