Title: Penguin Place in Cowes - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=7306&destination=Cowes%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=95712453&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Penguin Place in Cowes ## Photo gallery for Penguin Place in Cowes ![Property grounds - Penguin Place in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95720000/95712500/95712453/9f85b1a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Penguin Place in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95720000/95712500/95712453/7ed1d54e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Penguin Place in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95720000/95712500/95712453/38ffc40d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Penguin Place in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95720000/95712500/95712453/59806cc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library - Penguin Place in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95720000/95712500/95712453/b0c233f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Cowes, Penguin Place is a charming double-storey home just steps from the beach and local eateries. Unwind in the downstairs living room with a TV or relax on the upstairs balcony overlooking town, complete with table seating for 4 and gas BBQ. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Penguin Place in Cowes About the home “Penguin Place” is a delightful double-storey, pet-friendly 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 the 2nd Living Room (with TV & speaker dock) which provides access to Bedroom 1 & 2 (each with BIR), a bathroom (with shower & corner spa bath), a separate toilet and the fully equipped laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer). Upstairs is the large open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (with smart TV, Foxtel, DVD player & movie library) which flows out to the upstairs balcony. On this floor is also Bedroom 3 (which has walk through robes) and another bathroom (with shower & toilet). Outdoor Areas The upstairs Balcony has table & chairs for 4 plus a gas BBQ, and there is a large umbrella available too. There is parking in the Single Garage for one car (with access through to the enclosed rear yard - perfect for children and pets alike), plus space for up to an additional 3 cars (and/or a boat) in the driveway and in front of the garage. Kitchen The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Breville pod coffee machine, toaster, sandwich maker, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and induction cook top. Heating/Cooling Systems There are two wall mounted reverse cycle airconditioners; one in the downstairs Living Room and another in the upstairs Kitchen/Dining/Living Room, ceiling fans in all three bedrooms plus one in the upstairs Living Room, plus one additional stand-alone fan which can be used where required. Bedding Configuration This home has 4 beds, accommodating up to 6 guests: Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): Two King Single beds Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): One Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): One Queen bed 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - 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 - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and 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 ### Property is also known as 48\_338 ## About the area Located in Cowes, this vacation home is near the beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and A Maze'N Things are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Penguin Parade. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and wildlife walks. [Visit our Cowes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes.dx7306) [View more Vacation homes in Cowes](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7306-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.45261%2C145.23402&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5pmD7RTPY75WHLjH4VIVlCVS4ao=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![Cowes Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/b6caeee4-093a-46e3-bef9-4fb94fa95d67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cowes Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Phillip Island Coastal Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/9249882c-1552-46bf-89c2-110d24defc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Coastal Reserve 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Phillip Island Wildlife Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608482/1326d61c-1424-41e0-ba9a-b25e95e7d7b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Wildlife Park 4 min drive \- 3.5 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Silverleaves Beach 14 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Baxter Station 73 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 9 min walk - SAYANG 10 min walk - Golden Fry Fish & Chips 10 min walk - Chapel Lane 7 min walk - Hotel Phillip Island 10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Penguin Place in Cowes pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Penguin Place in Cowes? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Penguin Place in Cowes? ### What time is check-out at Penguin Place in Cowes? ### Where is Penguin Place in Cowes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Penguin Place in Cowes 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 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### GLENN M. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend stay Close to beach and cafes no need for the car. House is well kept highly recomend. ##### GLENN M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole P. Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house, perfect location This is a great house for a group of friends. The two separate living areas means people don't all have to do the same thing/watch same tv shows, & the barbecue on the balcony was fabulous to enjoy summer weather. Veryclotrestaurants & shops ##### Nicole P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Bronwyn W. Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Bronwyn W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda K. Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Belinda K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025