Phillip Island Retreat

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Free WiFi
Kitchen

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Sunderland Bay, VIC

A Maze'N Things
‪3 min drive‬
Phillip Island Wildlife Park
‪6 min drive‬
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Beach house with 180-degree ocean views, a spacious backyard garden and a stunning veranda to watch the whales migrate.

The Space
This beautiful home features four bedrooms, a modern kitchen and plenty of space for up to seven guests. Guests will also have access to air conditioning, kitchen amenities and a washing machine. Children are welcome to stay.
Fresh bath towels are provided and linen.
Guests will have access to the entire house, including the garden, and amenities such as kitchen supplies, and washing machine.

Located just a 10-minute drive away from Cowes and a 14-minute drive to Penguin Parade, guests can completely immerse themselves in the laid-back Victorian beach culture. Cowes features plenty of cafes, restaurants and bars if you fancy an evening out during your stay. The Phillip Visitor Centre is only a 8-minute drive from the property, where you can find the best information about what to see and do from the locals.

Guests may contact us with any questions

Property manager

William Dixon

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sunderland Bay

Located in Sunderland Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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 Grand Prix Circuit and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting.

Sunderland Bay, VIC

What's nearby

A Maze'N Things - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Smiths Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

Melbourne Tyabb Station - 68 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

‪Koala Conservation Centre - ‬4 min drive
‪The Haven Expresso Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Phillip Island Football Club - ‬9 min drive
‪Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - ‬7 min drive
‪Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Phillip Island Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Phillip Island Retreat?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Phillip Island Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Phillip Island Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surf Beach and Churchill Island Marine National Park. A Maze'N Things and Purple Hen Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

21 Oct 2024

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

Accommodating

Our stay was superb

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

28 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful getaway!

What a great location. The house was clean and comfortable. Bill was a great host and quick to answer any questions. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

George Antony W.

22 Jan 2023

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

On the surf Beach , with views

This property is larger than you think for entertaining. great kitchen, fully stocked and a superb location. no more than 10 min driver anywhere on the island

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia I.

20 Jan 2023

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

We loved it so much the first time we came back again

As the title of this review suggests it, we holidayed here previously. Our first time in Sunderland Bay made a real impression on us so we did not hesitate to come back again. And we were not disappointed. The property was just as we remembered it,very comfortable, with the host just as gracious. We had a great time. Thank you for making us feel so welcomed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Jan 2023

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

Stunning views

We absolutely loved our stay here and didn’t want to go home. The views were amazing, the house had everything we needed and accommodated 6 adults 1 teen perfectly. The beach was right in front of us, there was also wallaby’s and rabbits as regular visitors too which we loved. Bill and Rhonda left us chocolates on arrival which was so lovely and there communication was fantastic. Highly rate our stay and look forward to returning again for another holiday. Loved it!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kim C.

15 Jan 2023

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

A lovely homely stay, with a great view

A lovely home away from home. Wonderful view from upstairs. Great Deck. Comfortable beds. Very clean home, well stocked kitchen. Lots of lovely little homely touches left by the hosts. Very friendly and accommodating hosts. Very much appreciated the early check in! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay :) Thank you :)

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

WENDY B.

20 Nov 2022

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

Quiet by the water

Lovely well appointed home with great sea view. Comfortable for the inclement weather we experienced. Would stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

19 Oct 2022

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

GP Stay

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sunderland Bay, such a wonderful spot. A big thank-you to our hosts Bill and Ronda.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia I.

19 Mar 2022

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

Home away from home

I have been trying to find a way to properly describe our experience at this property…..First impressions were excellent, the location of the property is second to none…..imagine waking up to the sound of the waves looking at the ocean, this is exactly what we got. The inside of the property was modern, clean and well appointed with everything you need…..The feel of the property is homey, cosy, just like home….my first thought on entering the property was that this was a home with heart…..loved it…The hosts were phenomenal, communicative, and the little touches like fresh flowers made us feel very welcomed. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us, we really had a fantastic stay…Thank you!!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew and Joy D.

4 Feb 2022

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

Great Location - Right on the Beach

We loved our stay at The Esplanade, Sunderland Bay. The house offered plenty of space to spread out with three living areas downstairs, including a sun-room that was lovely on cooler days, and a upstairs deck, with sun lounges, and table and chairs when the weather was warmer. The three bedrooms upstairs all had amazing views of the coast! You could hear the sound of the waves as you were lulled to sleep and the beach was accessible by timber steps just over the road, or a minutes walk down the road for steps to Surf Beach. There is an en-suite bathroom to the main bedroom upstairs, with another bathroom and separate toilet servicing the downstairs bedroom that was at the rear of the ground floor. This bedroom would be great if you had elderly people staying who didn't use stairs. There was local traffic on the gravel road out front, but we didn't find this disturbing. The views as you ate and lounged downstairs were good too. The BBQ in the lovely peaceful back-yard got plenty of use and there was a fully equipped kitchen with some staple supplies which were handy. We totally enjoyed our stay at Bill and Ronda's house. Thanks for having us... :)

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE S.

11 Jan 2022

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

Uninterrupted Views in Great Comfort

Great setup, wonderful views, excellent layout with plenty of space. We all had a great time and would certainly stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H., Sydney, Australia

4 Jan 2022

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

Great Xmas/new year break

The perfect property for our short stay with adult children. Comfy. Spacious. Great location and Bill was a breeze to liaise with. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen b.

11 Dec 2021

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

WHAT A VIEW! WOW

This was the most lovely place to wake up to and relax in! The place is older and the age is charming. The backyard is perfect for children, mine spent hours exploring and playing happily in safety The owners were attentive and lovely too! Bargain holiday with so many extras!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn O.

5 July 2021

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

Fabulous location

Fabulous long weekend stay with family. Plenty of room, great views across the ocean, well stocked kitchen, comfy cosy beds and loads of outdoor space. Bill was very prompt with booking confirmation and details. Generously offered a late check out. We wished we had more time to stay and enjoy this house. Overall could not fault anything

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

10 Apr 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Holiday

Enjoyable stay, lovely house, great view, excellent position, excellent communication, perfect for families.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

MATT L.

28 Mar 2021

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

Perfect relaxation

Spent a couple of nights here with my partner. It's a big house with plenty of space, but it was a perfect romantic getaway for the two of us as well. Waking up to views of the ocean was a great way to start the day. Communication from the host was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Lil W.

22 Mar 2021

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

weekend stay

Property was very comfortable and met our needs. Spectacular views. Owners were very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to a power issue.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

12 Mar 2021

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

Perfect!

We had such a lovely long weekend at Bills property. The location is amazing and we could hear the ocean all day and night. Lots of room for kids to play inside and out. Well equipped kitchen and lots of supplies. We will return for sure!

8/10 Good

Duncan H.

30 Jan 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location, could not be better. Lovely wine, chocolates and fresh flowers where a nice touch on arrival . Layout of the house was a little odd wine the balcony connecting from the kids bedroom. Biggest complaint was the house could have been a bit cleaner. Would certainly recommend this house for a family holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverley P.

28 Jan 2021

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

Good Memories

Perfect location for relaxing by the sea. Close to all Phillip Island activities. Sitting on the deck at night are happy Family memories, we will always treasure. A home we would go back to. Thanks Bill & Rhonda

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

23 Jan 2021

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

Great views and location

Stayed here for 6 days. On arrival there was a beautiful bottle of wine and a container of chocolate wafer sticks left for us which was a great surprise. The location of the house is great. Close to everything and the views of the ocean were incredible. We slept with the doors of the bedroom balcony open to hear the beautiful sound of the ocean. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Kam K.

4 Jan 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sunset paradise

Perfect family getaway. Wonderful location and property had everything we needed. Location was perfect and has something for everyone. We had the best time! Only feedback was that for the price, the property could have been cleaner. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

4 Jan 2021

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

fantastic getaway

loved the holiday home, it was like staying at a friends house. the view was breathtaking thank you for letting us stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

vicky j., THE BASIN

28 Dec 2019

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

Bill and Rhonda’s home is lovely and absolutely gorgeous views!

Very nice stay in a wonderful setting which gave us a memorable Christmas... nice touches with a bottle of wine and some chocolates

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

6 Nov 2019

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

Great stay

Great views and the wine and chocolates on arrival was a nice touch overall we really enjoyed our stay

About the host

Hosted by William Dixon

Retired living my quite days on our goat farm situated in Kongwak.

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property