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El Penguini in Cowes

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Cowes

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TV, DVD player, table tennis, books
Dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cowes, Victoria
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowes

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Also, Phillip Island Ferry Dock is within half a mile (1 km) and Silverleaves Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Penguini in Cowes

About the home

“El Penguini” is a delightful double-storey family home in Cowes just a short walk from the beach and supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:

Indoor Areas

Downstairs is an entry hall with a fully equipped european Laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer) that provides access to Bedroom 1 (with 31” TV, Chromecast & BluRay player), a Bathroom (with shower over bath & toilet), Bedroom 2 (with BIR, 31” TV & Chromecast) a Deck and internal access to the Double Garage. Upstairs is a large open plan Kitchen/Family/Dining Room providing access the first floor Balcony, an adjoining Living Room (with 41” TV, Chromecast & BluRay player), as well as Bedroom 3 (with BIR, 31” TV & Chromecast), a Bathroom (with bath & shower) and a separate Toilet.

Outdoor Areas

The ground floor Deck & Patio (with 4 seater table & 2 recliners) overlooks the grassy fully enclosed rear courtyard with dog kennel (please note, smaller dogs would be more suited to this space). The upstairs Balcony (with sunshade awning, gas BBQ, 6 chairs & 2 recliners) overlooks the shared facilities, including a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady communal BBQ area. There is a Double Garage (with foldup table tennis table & internal access to the home) that accommodates 2 cars plus some additional communal parking spots which are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kitchen

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

Heating/Cooling Systems

There are wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners in all three Bedrooms and the upstairs Dining/Living Area, plus a ceiling fan in Bedroom 1.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 6 beds, and 2 sofa beds, accommodating up to 10 guests:

Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): Two sets of Single bunks
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): One Queen bed

There are also two small double sofa beds in the upstairs Living Room, each suitable for 1 adult or 2 small children.

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. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

48_436

Frequently asked questions

Does El Penguini in Cowes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at El Penguini in Cowes?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Penguini in Cowes on Apr 20, 2026 start from $442, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is El Penguini in Cowes to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Cowes Beach and 14-minute walk from Silverleaves Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Penguini in Cowes offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Penguini in Cowes?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at El Penguini in Cowes?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Penguini in Cowes?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does El Penguini in Cowes have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does El Penguini in Cowes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is El Penguini in Cowes to downtown Cowes?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Cowes.

El Penguini in Cowes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable break

Lovely clean property, as described. Very comfortable. Position of property is great. Community barbecue was not clean, unfortunately. We would have made more use of the small barbecue downstairs but the outside light needs a new globe. Lock box for keys takes a bit of juggling.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

El Penguini

Lovely stay and excellent location. Very appreciative to be able to take my dog and what was available for her. The other 2 adults were unable to come. Had difficulty with the tv in both the lounge and bedroom. Instructions on how to watch might have helped. Also difficult to get the keys out of the lockbox. Overall really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024