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Bayview Holiday Retreat

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior
Floor plan

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 19

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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24 Bayview Drive, Cowes, Victoria, 3922
  • Cowes Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 19)

Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Room 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room 5

1 Single Bed and 3 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom downstairs

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet downstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bayview Holiday Retreat

About the home

“Bayview Holiday Retreat” is a recently renovated double-storey, pet friendly home in Cowes with an incredible gas-heated 10-seater spa. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:

Indoor Areas

Upstairs is the open plan kitchen/dining room and huge upstairs living area (with smart TV) leading out to the covered deck. Also on this floor are bedrooms 1 and 2 and a bathroom (with shower & toilet). Downstairs is the second living room (with smart TV & coonara wood heater), bedrooms 3 and 4 (each with BIR), as well as Bedroom 5, another bathroom (with bath & shower), a separate toilet and a laundry.

Outdoor Areas

The enormous covered upstairs Deck (with gas BBQ, lounge suite, 8-seater table and additional bench seats) has lovely water views. The Deck wraps around the home, providing additional space to spread out. The centrepiece of this amazing home is the 10-seater gas-heated spa in the rear gazebo, accessible under cover from the home. The rear yard is enclosed - perfect for kids and pets alike. There is a hot/cold water shower in a separate room off the spa and space for 5-6 cars to park on the premises between the driveway & the front of the home. Please note that the garage is not available for guest use.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, an Aldi pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

The home is equipped with reverse-cycle split system units in both the upstairs and downstairs living areas. There is a coonara wood heater in the downstairs living area, and there are 5 ceiling fans in the home; bedrooms 1, 2 and 5 plus the upstairs living and kitchen/dining rooms.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 15 beds accommodating up to 19 guests:

Bedroom 1 (upstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (upstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (downstairs): One Queen bed and One set of Single Bunks
Bedroom 4 (downstairs): One Queen bed and One set of Single Bunks
Bedroom 5 (downstairs): Three sets of Single Bunks and One Single bed

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

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

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. Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Seal Rocks reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and A Maze'N Things. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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Cowes, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 17 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 74 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 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayview Holiday Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayview Holiday Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayview Holiday Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayview Holiday Retreat located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cowes Beach, Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Ventnor Bushland Reserve. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Quiet and peaceful location where you can relax and enjoy time with friends and family. Bonus - Very close to beach and town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Stay
The house was really comfortable, and the open plan living area was great for all of us to use without feeling like we were stepping on people's toes. The kids loved the fact that it was so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Estie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Hosts were not contactable out of hours
A great house, HOWEVER the hosts were NOT CONTACTABLE on any of their mobile numbers after hours when we had an urgent issue. This proved to be very frustrating and unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharyn T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bernadette, Les, Joel and Caleb Rudd

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests