Title: Starfish Sands in Cowes - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=73526203&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Starfish Sands in Cowes Family-friendly vacation home in Cowes ## Photo gallery for Starfish Sands in Cowes ![Interior - Starfish Sands in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73526300/73526203/ad86793a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Starfish Sands in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73526300/73526203/edb80b22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Starfish Sands in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73526300/73526203/432e85bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet - Starfish Sands in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73526300/73526203/6b3087fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Starfish Sands in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73526300/73526203/5a7049af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Starfish Sands, a 4-bedroom haven near Cowes beach and shops, offers a relaxing retreat. Enjoy the upstairs front balcony with electronic shade awning, or unwind by the solar-heated in-ground pool. The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking essentials and coffee machine. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Starfish Sands in Cowes About the home "Starfish Sands" is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, two storey town house, very close to the Cowes beach and shops. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below: Indoor Areas Downstairs you will find bedroom 3 (with TV and DVD player) and bedroom 4 (with access to the rear yard), a laundry in the foyer, the main bathroom (with bath, shower and toilet) and internal access to the garage. Upstairs is the large open plan kitchen, dining/living room (with a 75 inch smart TV) which provides access to the upstairs front balcony. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are also upstairs, each with a BIR and another bathroom (with shower and toilet). Outdoor Areas There are outdoor tables and chairs on the upstairs balcony as well as in the downstairs enclosed yard. The double Garage (with internal access into the home and foldup table tennis table) provides space for 2 cars. The shared facilities available include a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady BBQ area, plus some additional communal parking spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Kitchen The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top. Heating/Cooling Systems The home has 2 x wall mounted reverse cycle A/C units - one in the upstairs living room and the other in the downstairs foyer. There’s also a ceiling fan in both of the upstairs bedrooms. Bedding Configuration This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests: Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): 1 x Tri-bunk bed Bedroom 4 (Downstairs): 2 x Sets of Single bunks Please note: The Tri-bunks have a double bed base with a single bed above it. 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Table tennis - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108550000/108541700/108541686/f170b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A short walk to Cowes central shops and main beach Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=108541686&PinnedHotelID=108541686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595400/35595351/64a2aa77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glyndon Family Getaway the perfect family retreat. 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### Pets Pets not 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 ### Property is also known as 48\_188 ## About the area Located in Cowes, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Wildlife Park and A Maze'N Things. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale-watching. [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-38.45068%2C145.23364&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZU_HGUfPB-2KaevvcSQqZy_oKBs=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![Cowes Beach showing general coastal views and a 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 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Cowes Beach featuring general coastal views](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 2 min walk \- 0.2 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 3 min drive \- 3.1 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Silverleaves Beach 14 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Baxter Station 73 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 8 min walk - La Porchetta 6 min walk - Chapel Lane 6 min walk - Cafe Lugano 7 min walk - Hotel Phillip Island 9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Starfish Sands in Cowes pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Starfish Sands in Cowes? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Starfish Sands in Cowes? ### What time is check-out at Starfish Sands in Cowes? ### Where is Starfish Sands in Cowes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Starfish Sands 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tori G. Dec 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend this property for your next stay in Cowes The property was very easy to access and in a great location, close to shops, restaurants and the beach. The house was very spacious and clean, and it was great that we were able to have use of the washing machine and dryer and other appliances, as it made it easier for us all to have it available to us throughout our stay. There was plenty of things to do, especially for the adults, with access to games and WiFi. Highly recommend this property for your next family vacation in Cowes! ##### Tori G. 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