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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ventnor, VIC
  • Cowes Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor: (pet friendly) + WiFi and now with linen included!

The perfect relaxing getaway for the whole family - summer or winter!

Anchorage Cottage, nestled in a garden setting has a well appointed lounge with wood fire - cut firewood supplied - that opens onto a large outside rear deck. Situated in a private and fully fenced tree shaded garden, this cosy, pet friendly cottage is just the place to relax and unwind - with the attractions of Phillip Island just on the doorstep.

Close to abundant wildlife, coastal walks, bike paths, boating facilities, fishing and swimming & surf beaches, Phillip Island's excellent restaurants, local wineries and fresh organic farm produce, sold nearby, all add to the assurance of a great stay for a fun-filled holiday or simply some well earned relaxation.

Anchorage Cottage boasts comfortable accommodation that includes a master bedroom with a queen size bed and an additional single bed, a second bedroom with double bed and flat screen digital TV and DVD player, a third bedroom with a single bed and a small bunk-room with two beds suitable for children. A ready to assemble Porta-cot is also available for toddlers and babies.

A bathroom with full sized bath aind separate shower, separate toilet, well appointed kitchen with dishwasher, microwave oven, electric oven and cook-top, pod style coffee machine and two door family sized fridge, as well as a laundry with washing machine and an outdoor barbeque are all there for your use.

The kitchen is accessed via four steps down from the bedrooms, which then leads via a further two steps to a lounge room and dinning area with reverse cycle air-conditioning, wood fire, flat-screen digital TV, DVD, video and music facilities complete the accommodation package. Books, DVDs, records and games are all available to use if you need a break from the numerous outdoor pursuits to be found in the region. In addition, both TV setups include USB/HDMI ports that enable you to connect your hard drive or USB stick and there is Google Chromecast in the lounge so you can watch your favourite subscription streaming service - perfect for those winter nights!

Note: Free WiFi throughout the cottage is now also included for your convenience.

Anchorage cottage itself sits midway along a quiet road, with a lovely bay beach less than 5 minutes walk at one end and a licensed general store/petrol station 3 minutes walk at the other.

The beach at the end of the road allows dogs on-lead at various times of the day depending on the season, and another beach only 3 minutes drive and way allows dogs off-lead at any time of day and year!

Well behaved pets are most welcome inside the house - as long as they stay off the beds!

General booking details for "Anchorage Cottage":

1. BOOKINGS ARE FOR A MINIMUM OF TWO NIGHTS, but for some special events and high-season periods, bookings are for a minimum of three or four nights.

2. NO SCHOOLIES GROUPS AND NO PARTIES. This property will not accept schoolies bookings. The house is located in a quiet 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.

3. Check OUT time is usually 11.00am although a later checkout is sometimes available - although not during school holidays. Check IN anytime after 2.00pm.

4. Doonas, pillows, linen and towels are provided.

5. This property is pet friendly for responsible owners. The garden is fully fenced and pets are allowed inside, but please bring a dog blanket if your dog is used to being on the furniture.

Ventnor & Phillip Island

Ventnor is a quiet, relaxed, seaside holiday location situated on a family friendly beach facing the Western passage into Westernport Bay, overlooking Bass Strait. Set amidst rolling farmland, it is a short drive from the world famous Penguin Parade and Seal Rocks to the West, and the bustling main township of Cowes to the East.

Phillip Island offers a unique concentration of natural and man-made attractions. Beautiful bay beaches, surf beaches, diving locations & shipwrecks, nature walks, extensive bike tracks, Koala Conservation Centre and Nature Parks. The Penguin Reserve & Penguin Parade, Seal Rocks and the Nobbies are just some of the natural attractions of the island with nearby Churchill Island, Rhyll Inlet and San Remo a short drive away from Ventnor.

In addition, the island boasts, daily scenic boat cruises and passenger ferry services, wineries, golfing facilities, health spas, the Grand Prix motor circuit, go-karting, ten-pin bowling, a giant water slide, mini-golf, abundant shopping, amongst other attractions.

Property manager

Sue Horvat
Premier Host

Languages

English, Hungarian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A potable child’s cot and high chair are available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside please
Pets welcome indoors but please bring a blanket if your dog is used to getting onto the furniture

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ventnor

Located in Ventnor, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Phillip Island Winery and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Penguin Parade. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and A Maze'N Things. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Ventnor, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Penguin Parade - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Phillip Island Winery - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 75 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor: (pet friendly) + WiFi and now with linen included! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor: (pet friendly) + WiFi and now with linen included!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor: (pet friendly) + WiFi and now with linen included!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor: (pet friendly) + WiFi and now with linen included! located?

This family-friendly Ventnor cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Wildlife Park is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diana K.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Island Stay
Neat home in a quieter part of the island with a great fenced off yard and a great dog beach nearbyCould have used a bit of maintenance here and there, but overall a great and cozy stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable & Relaxing Stay
Our long weekend stay was made perfect in this comfortable house. We had everything we needed with close proximity to the beach and a short drive to great dining in Cowes. We highly recommend a trip to the nearby Penguin Parade. Sue and Les provided clear information and made us feel welcome in their home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Clean and tidy, close to Cowes and track
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Great place to stay close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor
Anchorage Cottage @ Ventnor is an amazing little place. My family and I loved our long weekend holiday. This cottage is neatly presented and is warm and cozy. Located in a quiet street with beach access at the end of the road. We loved our stay! Les and Sue are amazing host and terrific to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
A comfortable stay! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break away from Melbourne Power outages.
we were happy with this clean, tidy and comfortable home. with Dog Friendly environment (inc dog treats :-)) easy access to dog friendly beach's - all we wanted for a short relaxing break. thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jani K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space
We loved staying at the cottage. Perfect place to unwind and relax while enjoying Phillip Island. Well equipped with everything you need, perfect for dogs with a beautiful shaded garden. We loved all the birds we could hear and see amongst the trees. Definitely visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Heather S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Underwhelming
The property was reasonably clean but had obviously not been aired out at all recently. Rooms were stuffy and dimly lit. Overall we were disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moto GP weekend
The house was very comfortable ,close to all the facilities and as listed. I would advise a photograph of the listed 3rd Bedroom with bunk beds as it is more suited for kids and a small space. Overall we had a great Stay. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog Friendly Cottage
Great enclosed back yard for our Guide Dog in Training. Cosy split level cottage with reverse cycle air conditioning, heaters and wood fire. Few repairs needed. Laundry door hard to close. Side gate to back yard sticks and drags.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
We loved this little house - so comfortable and everything there we needed. Miss it already and hope to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karishma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend - Home away from home
Thank you Sue and Jes for making our stay so memorable. What a perfect getaway with our toddler and fur baby. We had an amazing time at your little cottage. We didn’t have a perfect weather for all other planned trips, however have no regrets as we were able to spend time as a family together at this beautiful place. Had perfect mornings enjoying hoy cuppa at the deck while hearing the rain sounds and birds chirping. Enjoyed the smell of burning firewood and the just chilling at the couch while the toddler enjoying the space with our little furry man.. thank you once again for allowing the late checkout on the last day and your warm welcome. Looking forward to returning sometime soon again this summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy, charming cottage in perfect location for dogs
The house was comfortable and had a great personality. The superb Ventnor dog beach is just around the corner and our family had a wonderful time here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

LYNN M., Melbourne

Disliked: Communication
Ventnor Getaway
No comment - please see star ratings . Beds made a definite plus , well stocked kitchen , bathroom and kitchen clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a good anchor
Very comfortable and all you need. Helpful host and good fenced yard for a dog Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kavita Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin like lounge room for a lovely family stay
Highlighting there's steps between lounge room to dining/kitchen area, then more steps to bedrooms, so may not be convenient for older family members or anyone who may need aid with climbing (Noting this is mentioned in their listing though, just not obvious from pictures). Close to penguin parade and the nobbies. Everything is provided really, I even forgot to buy oil and salt for cooking but found them provided in the pantry anyway! 2 main rooms - 1 with queen bed and single, another with queen bed. Also has a tiny room with bunk bed for kids. Separate bath and toilet. The outside wasn't really maintained so not as inviting to sit out as portrayed in the pictures. General store just a few hundred metres away where you can get essentials and groceries, which was very handy! If not, Cowes is only 5 min drive away to the larger stores like Woolworths/coles. Overall an enjoyable family stay and perfect base to discover the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous holiday cottage in Ventnor.
Our stay at Ventnor was a fabulous time away. The cottage was lovely: very clean and well 'kitted out'. It was well situated, private and pet friendly. Located in a quiet area, it was the ideal place for our time away. There were lots of lovely walks close by and the beach was only a few minutes walk from the house. A perfect place to holiday as a family with our dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Adrienne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The house was in a great location and very good amenities in the kitchen for our week long stay but the window sills and behind the beds were quite dusty and lots of dead insects unfortunately. Also the BBQ and the surrounding area was pretty dirty so we were unable to use it, sadly. A really good clean before guests arrive would help improve the experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P., Metung Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, close to beach and dog walks. Cottage has everything you need lovely secure garden
Hosts are really helpful, really pleased with the cottage, we had a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay
Great location, quiet and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Great location in a welcoming holiday home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing holiday location
Fantastic place to stay with only a short walk to the beach. My family & friends plus our dogs absolutely loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sue Horvat

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English, Hungarian

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