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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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Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Dining
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, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪12 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).
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What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬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. 95 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

joan a.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Madie R.

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

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Second stay at Penguin on Church and it is always a pleasure. Margaret is a very accomodating host and always exceptionally quick to respond with any issues. We stayed with 4 adults and three children (aged 6, 3 and 5 months) and had everything we could possibly need and more. Well equipped kitchen provides everything you need, however due to being so close to Cowes and all the dining options we did eat out a lot. Wonderful beach access. Outdoor shower (with hot water) is a bonus. Ample off-street parking. Good house layout for multiple adults as the bedrooms are in separate wings off the living space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerry M.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great locationGreat host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivien M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Joan N.

Pet and family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Esther G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great amenities including coffee machine. We love the games room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy Elisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Phuong L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean space and great communication from host. Place is close to attractions and shops (walking distance). House has everything you need and even a back games room for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, tidy, close to amenities and Margaret was contactable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend Away

A great property, close to town with everything we could have wanted. Perfect accomodation for a Girls weekend away! Communication was great and always prompt.Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Phillip island

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Michael

Wonderful facilities and close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025