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Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Cowes

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Exterior
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Dining
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cowes, VIC
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowes

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cowes vacation home, you'll find Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬13 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.

Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

Forget the car. A leisurely 10min stroll takes you to Cowes Main Street and in less than 5 mins you are at one of the quieter Cowes beaches. This house is perfect for a family get together. The large kitchen living area opens up onto an undercover deck via a bifold door.
A seperate games room and large back yard with lawn games keep the kids young and old entertained.
A fully secure backyard in case you wish to bring pets although council rules legislate that a maximum of 2 dogs can be on the property. Pets to remain outdoors, but please advise us in your enquiry if you wish to bring pets. There is a ramp leading to the front door for easy access for roller suitcases and prams. Although the front door is extra wide, bedroom and bathroom doorways are your avarage width

NOT AVAILABLE TO SCHOOLIES- Family groups or groups with tenants over 26 y/o only.

12 people can sleep comfortably
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2- Queenbed
Bedroom 3- king bed
Bedroom 4- tri bunk, double on the bottom, single bed on top
Bedroom 5- 2 x long single beds and king single loft bed.

Doona, doona cover and pillows supplied.
Please bring top & bottom sheets, pillow case, towels and tea towels otherwise linen and towels can be supplied at $20 per person.

High chair & baby bath available. Please let us know if you would like these put out.

Rental registration requirements we must mention noise or music being played must be reduced to an inaudible level outside the property by 10 pm, or risk being removed from the premises.

A 'NO EXTREME PARTY POLICY' IS IN PLACE, Police and/or nuisance call outs will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal of the occupants.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp to the airport?

This vacation home is 120.6 mi (142-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Cowes Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Silverleaves Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp to downtown Cowes?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Cowes.

Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great locationGreat host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean house and easy communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

joan a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, it suited our family gathering. We loved the deck and games room. The house was well stocked with crockery, glasses, etc. Location was good, a short walk to the beach and a nice walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large clean property, fantastic location and lots of facilities. Great communication from host, easy access. We really enjoyed stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joan N.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Pet and family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we first contacted Stayz, Margaret, the host, was helpful in every way. The 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms were great for we 5 adults a 4 young children. Walking distance to the family beach and main shops meant we weren't constantly loading children into cars. The games room, provided activities and books and great back yard gave lots of opportunity for play for the kids....and big kids. We had a fabulous stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

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

Phillip island short Break

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not fault this property. The house was clean and had everything that you would need. This is the third time we stayed at the property and Margaret is the perfect host.We have booked again for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great amenities including coffee machine. We love the games room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for the extended family to gather including the fur babies. Plenty of room and activities to keep all entertained
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivien M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for groups. Everything there you needed. Good layout of bedrooms and bathrooms and back deck fabulous. Host communicated well beforehand. A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a great space and well suited to all our needs. The property owner was amazing with all our requests and prompt with replying!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

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

Great location, excellent for family stay including our dog

We all enjoyed the property and its offerings.Comfortable and homely, great layout.Wish we could have stayed a little longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for our family . Close to the beach and shops , secure safe backyard, a really great games room and big outdoor deck . Spacious kitchen and lounge and well equipped bedrooms. Margaret our host was very approachable and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, tidy, close to amenities and Margaret was contactable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natalie h.

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

Fabulous house and location

This property exceeded our expectations - everything about it was 100% - will recommend to others thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home .. excellent location .. very roomy family home .. great communication with hostBathroom door in main bedroom needs fixing as very hard to open and needs force to open. Outdoor bbq very old and dirty did not use at all overall would recommend home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy Elisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Despite a delay to our check in due cleaners being late we had a great time at Penguin on Church. Margaret is a great host, she responded quickly to messages and offered late checkout to compensate for delayed check-in. All facilities were good and location is great. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Wonderful house

Beautiful house in a great location, we really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

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

Great family beach house.

Great house for a family or group of friends and has a great deck and games room. Easy walk to shops and beach as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

Lovely getaway.

Excellent property. Clean, spacious, comfortable. Has everything you need for a fun getaway with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

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

Excellent

Excellent accommodation, location and host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noni R.

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

Friends getaway

Really enjoyed our holiday. Great spot and a very comfortable house for 5 couples.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liam T.

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

Phillip island

Had a great time Thankyou for having us
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

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

Great family weekend away

Amazing house that has something for everyone. Had a really great time and will definitely book again 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024