Title: Bay Views from the balcony - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Bay Views from the balcony ## Photo gallery for Bay Views from the balcony ![Unclassified image, 1 of 22, button - Bay Views from the balcony (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77113500/77113499/a7b20e4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bay Views from the balcony (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77113500/77113499/559cba7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Bay Views from the balcony (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77113500/77113499/409b177f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Bay Views from the balcony (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77113500/77113499/46b7d032.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Bay Views from the balcony (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77113500/77113499/5bb0b62a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Begin your day at the Cowes apartment with a coffee on the balcony, taking in views of French Island and Westernport bay. Stroll to Cowes beach, explore Lovers Walk or visit Erehwon Point and playground nearby. The shops and restaurants are also within walking distance. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bay Views from the balcony Have a coffee on the balcony before you wander for breakfast and dawdle on lovers walk or Cowes beach before you begin your day. Over the road from Cowes beach, Erehwon Point and playground. Views from the balcony from the 2nd story to French Island and Westernport bay. The apartment is near the shops and restaurants in Cowes. And easy driving distance to all of Phillip Island attractions. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Beachfront Studio Apartment | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650762/d9469132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Waves Apartments Cowes - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 710 reviews CA $260 CA $286 total includes taxes & fees Feb 25 - Feb 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=2650762&PinnedHotelID=2650762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626000/9625928/72ae3cac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanic On Thompson Apartments Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 304 reviews CA $289 CA $314 total includes taxes & fees Mar 3 - Mar 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=9625928&PinnedHotelID=9625928&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41910000/41908600/41908576/a24002b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Phillip Island Townhouses Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 41 reviews CA $213 CA $253 total includes taxes & fees Feb 23 - Feb 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=41908576&PinnedHotelID=41908576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626700/9626630/fb5cb174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oak Tree Lodge Rhyll - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=9626630&PinnedHotelID=9626630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32667700/32667692/355dbbf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lansell Cowes, Great Holiday house in Cowes at affordable rate! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Cowes, this apartment is near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Ferry Dock and A Maze'N Things. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bay Views from the balcony Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney H. Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location! Clean and tidy. ##### Courtney H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven Feb 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Terrific location, clean and comfortable with beach views. ##### Steven Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie Jan 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Great view neat and all you need for a good stay ##### Ronnie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris W. Jan 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great location to the main street and beach making it an easy to walk most places. Very comfortable bed and facilities. Would return to stay again. ##### Chris W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer C. Dec 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, all you need Great place, great location, clean and all you need. ##### Jennifer C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Tomo Jan 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Really good location. Breakfast on the balcony was lovely. ##### Tomo Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna B. Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views of the bay. Nice and clean property ##### Donna B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret R. Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Unfortunately the weather was dreary and cold even though it was half way through spring.The unit is in walking distance to the beach & the shops. ##### Margaret R. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca J. Apr 4, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location Was a nice property, lovley water view. Cleanliness was average there was some hair in the bathtub and on the floor but overall we had a nice stay. ##### Rebecca J. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pam D. Mar 12, 2024 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely bay view location Our stay was comfortable, we had everything we needed and the location is great. Some minor issues with cleanliness and communication but didn’t ruin our stay. ##### Pam D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul N. Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MotoGP weekend Property was presented professionally - very clean . Proximity to Main Street and entertainment was terrific. I actually think I stayed in the same apartment a number of years ago when we were coming down for the Island Classic motorcycle event. Highly recommend- thanks to the host Con. ##### Paul N. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kartia C. Aug 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Nice Hard to get ahold of property manager and hard to find room otherwise nice stY ##### Kartia C. Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheryl R. Jan 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Very well presented apartment perfectly located for a beach holiday. ##### Sheryl R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neha K. Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was lovely stay with a great sea view Nice accomodation with nice view ##### Neha K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mirza B. Jun 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Very nice and relaxing place thank you We enjoyed very much thanks. ##### Mirza B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### YIBIN L. Jan 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### If I visit phillip island again, this accomodation will still be my preference.. Great location and nice bay view. It's close to everything. ##### YIBIN L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jane Elizabeth H. Sep 3, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cowes off season was very peaceful. The property is in an excellent location. The owner responded promptly to a query. Beds were comfortable. The verandah did need sweeping and cleaning and the kitchen could be a little more generously equipped but overall an enjoyable experience. ##### Jane Elizabeth H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Perfect location. Comfortable and clean. ##### Tina Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chantelle M. Jun 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Long weekend away Very good ##### Chantelle M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine T. Feb 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very relaxing holiday The apartment was very close to the beach and a very comfortable and relaxing place to stay. Close to Cowes pier. Can see the beach from the balcony. Balcony faces quiet street. ##### Christine T. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian Mar 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities close to the water ##### Brian Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter T. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### location is good bed linen was crumbly, impression that it wasn't freshly changed. ##### Peter T. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nerida D. Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Waves Great place to stay However we did find the bathroom quite dirty when we arrived and there was broken glass on the floor ##### Nerida D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### EVANGELOS M. Jun 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice and tidy room with beautiful bay views Nice location close to the shopping strip and beach the only thing was it only had one lift which was one end of the property and it didn’t have numbers for cars to park ##### EVANGELOS M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate A. May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Was a lovely space to stay. Perfect size for a couple. Great location right near the water. ##### Kate A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025