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Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Fireplace
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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COWES, VIC
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • A Maze'N Things
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

2nd Living room

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Master bedroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

WC - 2 Toilet

Toilet

WC- 1 Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island

LUXURY HOLIDAY LISTINGS - This quality of holiday rentals are hard to find.

The property boasts so many features you will feel like your at your own serene private luxury resort. Whether you are looking for a private romantic getaway, a family trip or a large group get together the property are all you could ever dream for.

Comprising of a breathtaking home situated on acreage you wont believe you are so close to cowes central and all of Phillip Islands attractions. You dont need to leave the property to have a fun packed luxury holiday or if you leave all the attractions on Phillip Island are either a walk or short drive away.

The house has an open plan living area with a modern gourmet kitchen, large dining area and huge living space (fireplace decorative only). The living area has leather lounge, TV, foxtel and dvd. This room brings the outside in and opens out to the heated swimspa/Heated plunge pool on one side and a huge all seasons enclosed outdoor area with Bar, unique open fire place, TV, Austar and BBQ. Floor to ceiling glass right over the dam brings the outside in and makes you feel like you are fully outside but protected by the extreme weather no matter what it throws at you. Sit back and watch the ducks or fish feed on surface. Alternatively you can head outside and fish off the deck or pier. The Dam is stocked with Trout, Bas, Murray Cod and Silver perch.

The master bedroom is fit for a king and queen with tv, walk in robe, large ensuite featuring walk in double shower, spa and sliding doors that opens to your own deck overlooking the serenity of the dam.

It has another large living area (Games Room) with two sofa\'s, LCD Tv, dvd, table tennis table, and dart board, kids toys and playstation/xbox. There is another 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, drive in lockabe garage attached to the house with a gym fully equiped with Treadmill, exercise bike and weights.

Outside the huge yard is fully fenced and the kids will be well entertained with the trampoline, sandpit, cubby and playground.

PETS WELCOME. Fully fenced.

We pride ouselves on quality service. If there is something else you require to make your stay more enjoyable please let us know and we can try and accomodate you.

PLEASE NOTE

- Furniture & Decor may differ from shown in photos due to upgrades
- No Loud Functions Sorry, residential area
- No Schoolies

Weekends - two night stay at Weekend rate.
Summer - 7 nights minimum
GP- 4 nights minimum
Melb Cup- minimum 4 nights
Long Weekends - minimum 3 nights

All other nights available for one night stays. One night Cleaning Surcharge applies.

Specials not available for one night stay
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Linen is additional Cost not included in quoted price

LINEN –
Option1 – Hired by Mackaloucoo Retreat $30 per person
All linen is supplied in your reservation and includes Pillows & Covers, Fitted Sheet, Flat Sheet, Doona & Cover, Blanket, Towels, Face washers, Hand & Foot Towels, Beach Towels and Tea Towels.

Option 2 -Guests to Supply Own Linen
Pillows & Doonas supplied only (no covers). Guests must supply all Doona and pillow Covers, Sheets and towellings and tea towels. If sheets are not used extra cleaning charges may apply to clean doona, pillows and mattress protectors etc.

Note- Mattresses and pillows are covered with protectors and these must remain on at all times and covered with sheets.

Contact Mackaloucoo Retreat directly for more specials.


Wheel Chair accessible via portable ramps please discuss with Management

Property shown MR1

For your added security, this property Mackaloucoo Retreats are only managed in Australia and we never request payments be made to overseas bank accounts


Bedroom Arrangements
Custom choose your bedroom requirements - extra beds can be added to rooms. Contact us for Maximum beds per rooms.

Standard Configuration
Master suite - 1 x Queens Bed
Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 - 1 x Queen Bed & 1 x Single
Bedroom 4 - 1 x Queen Bed & 1 x Single
Bedroom 5 - 1 x Queen Bed & 1 x Single

Max Alternative Configuration on approval
Master suite - 1 x Queens Bed & 4 x Single
Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen Bed & 1 x Single
Bedroom 3 - 1 x Queen Bed & 2 x Single
Bedroom 4 - 1 x Queen Bed & 2 x Single
Bedroom 5 - 1 x Queen Bed & 2 x Single

2nd Living - Additional beds can be placed in here on request to create 6th Bedroom

Portcots, High Chair and Change Table Available Free of Charge.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!!!!!

COWES CENTRAL

Around 10- 20 Minutes walk
*RSL
*Golf Course
*Water Slide
*Mini Golf
*Summer Carnival
*Wildlife walking & bike tracks
*Kids Fun Shed
*Art Gallery
*Bowling Alley

Around 20-30 Minutes walk
*Central Cowes
*Health Spa
*Safe Swimming Beaches
*Amazin Things
*Koala Reserve
*Wildlife Park

Within 5-10 km
*Safe Swimming Beaches
*Surf Beachs
*Penguin Parade
*Rhyll & Cowes Boat Ramps
*Race Track
*Boat Hire
*GoCarts

* Approximations Only.

Property manager

sam walton

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
Cot and highchair can be provided
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Standard residential Shire Noise restrictions Apply/ Not suitable for a Party House
Linen Package (inc towels) - optional extra $30 per person if required
Covid Policy - No Refund or Change of dates for individual Guests number limits or Isolation requirements.

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

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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 Penguin Parade, or check out an event or a game at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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COWES, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cowes Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Somerville Station - 72 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phillip Island Football Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mackaloucoo Retreat MR1 - Phillip Island located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Phillip Island Wildlife Park, Silverleaves Beach and Cowes Beach. A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Great house set up for our group of family and friends. Was clean and what it showed. Sam the property manager was wonderful to deal with! Great place and stay , we will all be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna s.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Mr Butter’s
Maybe more fridge spaceCoffee machine need a new basket !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer relaxation
We had a very relaxing stay. Kids loved the pool & trampoline & watching the wildlife around the lake. Location was great - only a couple of minutes from Cowes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MAGICAL
If you are looking for a property that has everything this is it. I can highly recommend this magical property that me and my family stayed in for 7 days over the xmas period. It ticked the box for everyone plus plus plus. We hardly went into town as we were so happy with the property. There was plenty to do. The kids and the dogs had the time of their lives while the parents sat back and relaxed in revelled in the perfect family home. This house has soul, and we enjoyed every single second. We all agree was the perfect house for a large family and fur friends. Will be re booking next xmas and many more xmas to come. THANKYOU for creating this incredible environment for me and my family to share. 11/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srimal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable relaxing family time
MR1 is a beautiful, spacious property in a serene setting. Five siblings and their spouses spent an enjoyable and relaxing family time from Friday to Monday at this property. A few improvements to some of the amenities could make the customer experience even greater.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great multi family house setup
We stayed here with 3 families with toddlers; house was really great for entertaining guests whilst the little ones slept; backyard is secure to keep the dogs and the kids from running off. Location was really quiet felt very relaxing. Cleanliness of property was lacking and maintenance was lacking but overall would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mali C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay Lots of space!
We had a fantastic stay. The property had plenty of space and is in a short drive to Cowes and the GP circuit which was beneficial for us. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a weekend away!
We had a boys trip with a large group, this property was perfect for that. Great location, great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paula F.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
70th birthday with family
This was the third time we’ve been to this holiday house over the years, and we’ve always had a great time with family. This time we weren’t as happy with the house as it looks as though it’s been neglected over the years. It’s starting to show its age and no love has been put back into it. There were no batteries in the remote for one tv and couldn’t find remotes for 2 ther tvs. There were no fish in the dam. There was one dart for the dart board. All the table tennis balls were squashed.the range hood fan was putrid. The gas heater in the lounge room was broken and had a handwritten message in it saying it was for decoration only. ( there was plenty of heating there but it should have still been fixed) we fished for hours in the dam so I’m sure there were no fish in the dam which is disappointing for kids. We still had a great time, but just disappointed with how little love is in the house and how it’s declined over the years. Sadly we won’t be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Othman A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Con S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property and location
Amazing property and location, even better than the photos!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Easter
We love this place for our family Easter’s. From dad aged 76 to great grand children 2 years old and all inbetween plus dogs
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah P.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Fun for all
We really enjoyed our long weekend stay as a group of families at the property. Kids and teens loved the swim spa, trampoline and it was awesome for us to have lots of games of competitive table tennis! A few items missing in the kitchen for hosting 20+ people. Andy was quick to reply when the spa needed some attention. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Maree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Large property with plenty to do for the adults and grandchildren whilst we celebrated my 70th birthday. Being picky but could do with a bit of maintenance inside and outside. Swim spa was popular! However, would happily stay there again. We were lucky with the beautiful weather and loved watching the family of ducks and other assorted wildlife on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five Family Getaway
Perfect two day getaway for five families. Something for everyone and enough room for everyone to have their space. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
The property has brilliant facilities with the small dam and jacuzzi on site. There is plenty of room for multiple families to comfortably stay. On the inside it was a bit tired; one of the towels was ripped and another blanket had a cigarette burn, everything was quite dusty. The main gas heater didn’t work although once it had been going for a while the split system did heat the space well. The kitchen, particularly the oven does need a clean and I think it would be good if the essentials were provided as they normally are in a property of this price ie salt, pepper, plain tea and coffee, litre of milk. We brought all of our groceries but had assumed the essentials would be available. The tv was great and was linked up to all the main streaming services- we just couldn’t work out the Foxtel. I think some basic instructions for the TV, heating/ cooling would be worthwhile. All in all we had a great stay but a few things would’ve made it even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loraine I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accomodation
Everything was amazing. Our entire group enjoyed which includes children and adults all ages and so did our dogs. Will definitely revisit. Thanks Sam and Andy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic House
Love this house, stayed there a few times with family and friends. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing for all!
Great location, lots of space, and more than enough beds. Super clean, an amazing spot for fur babies, maximum relaxation and people that like to fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan L., SEAFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
This property is beautiful and we had a wonderful time. The spa is great, it’s so big you can swim around a bit. The kitchen is huge and designed well. The pond is amazing and full of life!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid Delight
Beautiful property! Private, spacious & well equipped. Has everything that opens & shuts. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family holiday
Good for all ages, from 94 year old to 5 weeks old. Lots of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Beautiful large property with everything that opens and shuts and more. Well equipped kitchen. Comfy beds. plenty of seating. We spent most of our time in the indoor/outdoor area. Just brilliant and well worth considering, especially if you have a large family event. Also off street parking a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by sam walton

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English