[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops Vacation home in Cowes with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258700/91258669/3706868f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258700/91258669/f5f3d664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258700/91258669/6a5e4c51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258700/91258669/817afb82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258700/91258669/84f11d21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming island holiday home in Cowes, where you can unwind amidst a beachy aesthetic and modern conveniences. The bungalow boasts an unbeatable location within walking distance to both the north shore and local attractions like Cowes Strip, cafes, and shopping. Enjoy a cozy wood-burning fireplace, Smart TV for downtime entertainment or stay connected with blazing fast Wi-Fi throughout the property. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61830 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops Summary: Run away for a fantastic stay at this charming island holiday home! Located in the coastal town of Cowes, this blissful bungalow is in the centre of it all yet still allows for relaxing down time. You will love the interior's beachy aesthetic, modern conveniences, and light-filled spaces. When it’s time for some fun under the sun, Cowes Strip and cafes are a short walk away, or take a 10-minute drive to the iconic Penguin Parade, Philip Island Grand Prix & other local attractions. The Space: Comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests, this beautifully designed bungalow boasts an unbeatable location within walking distance to both the north shore and Cowes’ restaurants, cultural attractions, and shopping. After long days of sight-seeing and activities, refresh in bright, beach-inspired indoor spaces that include a cute kitchen, dining area, living room, full bathroom with shower cabin, and 2 bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom is reminiscent of a cool surf camp with 1 double bed and a single bunkbed. The bungalow is brilliant when it comes to amenities, too. Enjoy a cozy wood-burning fireplace, Smart TV, coffee pod machine, and gas BBQ grill. With a fun outdoor space that is ideal for entertaining and on-site parking, everyone in your group will agree this is what beach life is all about! Amenity Highlights Include: • Blazing Fast Wi-Fi throughout the bungalow • Comprehensive housewares package + standard small appliances • Fresh linens and bath essentials for every guest • Washing machine • Convenient self-check-in Phillip Island is well known for its natural beauty and Cowes is a wonderful beach town for families and couples looking to get away for a nice holiday. In addition to the bungalow’s amazing features, the property is a short walk to beaches, shopping, and a quick drive from all the renowned parks, beaches, family-friendly experiences, and penguin parades Phillip Island is known for. Must-see highlights include Phillip Island Nature Parks, Antarctic Journey, Rhyll’s boardwalks, and historic Churchill Island. Other Things to Note: Looking for more space to accommodate a larger group? We also manage the bungalow directly next door, which sleeps an additional 6 people. Please contact us to check availability! This property is child and pet-friendly however the yard is not fully fenced and there are cacti in the landscaping to be mindful of. The bungalow has a private driveway with undercover parking, accommodating up to 2 vehicles. Additional vehicles may park on the street, however, blocking or parking in neighbouring driveways is strictly prohibited. We hope you have lots of laughter and fun times during your holiday! However, as the bungalow is in a residential area guests must be mindful and keep noise to a minimum, especially during night-time hours. If you want to stay active during your holiday, in partnership with Phillip Island Gym we are offering 30% on Casual and Week Passes. Use our code on request. For a quick wash/dry of clothes, we offer 15% discount at Phillip Island Laundromat. Code on Request. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,830 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83247300/83247258/56de3352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Bungalow, Pet-Friendly & Walk to Beach Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=83247258&PinnedHotelID=83247258&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61467000/61466926/ca912b23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seascape Escape Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 7.2 Good 29 reviews CA $230 CA $285 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=61466926&PinnedHotelID=61466926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109470000/109466200/109466128/d8a60fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waves Unit 113 bay views. 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Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 7.6 Good 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=34145976&PinnedHotelID=34145976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 63888660653242003efdd8f8 ## About the area ![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-38.45721%2C145.23189&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t1zdCN3XATrc6BKojodxO-p0cH8=) Cowes, VIC #### What's nearby - Cowes Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 5.3 km - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 6.8 km - Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 3.1 km #### Getting around - Baxter Station - 72 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mighty Kebab - ‬15 min walk - ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬18 min walk - ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬17 min walk - ‪G’day Tiger - ‬18 min walk - ‪La Porchetta - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops located? > Situated in Cowes, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retro Bungalow near Beach and Shops Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine M. Mar 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy, comfortable place for a family stay Cool little bungalow with character & comfort. Great location near the main street & nice beaches. ##### Catherine M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew D. Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little bungalow We had a great stay at the bungalow, it was perfect for our little family stay. Close to Cowes shops and a short drive from the penguins it had everything we needed. ##### Andrew D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annik P. Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic getaway We had a lovely stay at the pink house. Great location, lovely property, easy walk to main street or short drive to the beach. Highly recommend. ##### Annik P. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Oct 26, 2023 Great location. Absolutely everything you need at this property. We had a great stay. Communication was amazing. Would definitely stay again. ##### Gary Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane H. Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesomw Great host, easy check in and approachable for all our requirements. Our late arrival was met with the heater turned on for comfort, thoughtful host. Will definitely return ##### Shane H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel B. Feb 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Daniel B. 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