Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Cowes vacation home, you'll find Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Also, Phillip Island Leisure Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and Cowes Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Silverleaves Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Cowes Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Baxter Station - 74 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel Phillip Island - 17 min walk
Pino's Trattoria - 18 min walk
Chapel Lane - 18 min walk
Isola di Capri - 17 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 18 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.
Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9
About the home
"Sandy at Cowes" has two dwellings on the one property, the front one called "Sandy" and the back one called "The Shack". Some of the many features of these delightful homes are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
“Sandy”, the front house, is a newly renovated home. The front Sitting Room flows into a large open plan Kitchen/Dining Room (with smart TV and DVD player) and provides access to Bedroom 1, featuring BIR and and ensuite (with shower, bath & toilet), Bedrooms 2 and 3 (each with BIR), and the main Bathroom/Laundry (with separate toilet & shower, washing maching & clothes dryer). Adjoining the Kitchen/Dining area is the Lounge/TV Room (with 75" smart TV) complete with large window seat, and flows out through stacker doors to the covered deck.
“The Shack”, the back cottage, has two bedrooms, one bathroom (with shower), a separate toilet and a fully equipped laundry with washer and dryer. You will also find a large open plan kitchen/dining/living room (with smart TV).
Outdoor Areas
The rear covered deck on "Sandy" flows out to an open Deck (with BBQ and table & chairs for 8), overlooking the enclosed rear yard (with basketball ring) which is perfect for children. The side of the home provides space for two cars, with additional parking for up to two more vehicles (cars and/or a boat) at the front of the property. There is a hot/cold water outdoor shower adjacent to the covered deck on "Sandy" and there is another deck and outdoor cold water shower adjacent to "The Shack".
Kitchen
Both homes have a fully appointed kitchen, equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There is good natural cross ventilation with a touch panel controlling 6 high window panels. There are also four wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners; three in "Sandy" (Sitting Room, Lounge/TV, and Bedroom 1) and one in “The Shack”, plus three ceiling fans in "Sandy" (Sitting Room, Lounge/TV, and Covered Deck). Bedrooms 4 and 5 have small heaters for the winter months, and there is also a Coonara style wood heater in the Lounge/TV Room (some wood provided to get you started).
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests:
"Sandy": Bedroom 1: One King bed Bedroom 2: One Queen bed Bedroom 3: One Set of Single bunks and One King Single bed
"The Shack": Bedroom 4: One Queen bed Bedroom 5: One Set of King Single bunks
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, irrespective of whether school-leavers are part of the official Schoolies Program. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process. Local council restrictions are in place for this property, and compliance is mandatory.
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
No pets allowed
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
Sandy at Cowes Cowes VIC
Sandy At Cowes Sleeps 9 Cowes
Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 Cowes
Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 Private vacation home
Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 Private vacation home Cowes
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 to the airport?
This vacation home is 120.2 mi (143-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Silverleaves Beach and 12-minute walk from Cowes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 to downtown Cowes?
This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Cowes.
Sandy at Cowes - sleeps 9 Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Isabella M.
Mar 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
10/10
What a beautiful property!
Isabella M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teniele L.
Dec 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for multiple families
Stayed with my children and my mum and brother. Great for them to have a separate space. Yard was great for children.
Teniele L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fabienne P.
Jan 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, comfortable, lovely stay
House was so close to a quiet beach that we went every day. A nice walk along the beach to Cowes shops. Beds were very comfortable and plenty of space for the dogs to run around in the garden (front fence might be a bit low if you have dog prone to escaping). A great range of beach games available to use (we had a great time playing beach cricket and volleyball). Communication was very quick and easy with managers. Noticed the second bedroom in the Shack doesn't have curtains to block out the skylight. It was a nice relaxed family holiday, would love to come back.
Fabienne P.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ariana N.
Dec 29, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
Amazing location and ideal stay for two small families with the two properties on the one large, shady block. Perfect for a summer getaway. We stayed with 3 small children and our fur babies too and it was perfectly catered for. Location is amazing, a 3 min walk to a lovely quiet beach. This will become a regular holiday for our family now.
Ariana N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Poilin H.
Jul 27, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and bright holiday home
Fantastic property with everything you need for a holiday home. Great location. Great communication. Would highly recommend.
Poilin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Grant H.
Jan 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay but the fly screens were not insect proof and AC did not blow cool air.
Nicely renovated shacks with modern and clean facilities and comfy beds. Large deck and shady trees really make for a lovely outdoor feel. However the fly screens in the front shack were not insect proof and the place filled with bugs on hot nights when we wanted to get the benefit of the evening breeze. Also, the AC in the front shack did not blow cool air. Get these basic things fixed and it’s all good. One last note - the rear yard is not fully fenced to be able to keep a dog in.
Grant H.
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
May 4, 2019
Amazing
We will definitely be booking again! Had such a good time and perfect for our needs! Plenty of books, toys, games and DVD’s for the kids. Great location. Great communication. The perfect place to get away and relax!
Amy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nicole H.
Mar 3, 2019
Great location, beautiful shallow beach, great family trip
Houses were beautifully renovated, had everything you need. Was perfect for our 2 families with small children. Great shady backyard & such a short walk to the beach where the kids had a great time catching crabs when the tide was out. We'd love to come back.