Title: The Waves Sanctuary Apartment - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # The Waves Sanctuary Apartment Apartment in Cowes ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592700/35592669/5fe105d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592700/35592669/c68537c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592700/35592669/8fe1cd00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592700/35592669/4e03a5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592700/35592669/690e66d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Waves complex, perfect for families and friends or a romantic retreat. With a fully equipped kitchen, comfy lounge, and private bedrooms with TVs, this 3-bedroom apartment has everything you need to unwind. Enjoy the communal BBQ area just outside or relax in your own space with split system heating and cooling. 8.0 Very good ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Ocean view ## 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. ### The Waves Sanctuary Apartment One of only a small number of 3 bedroom apartments within The Waves complex makes it ideal for both families, friends or as a quiet romantic retreat. The main bedroom consists of a queen bed with ensuite and a TV and sliding door to outside, making this an extra space to retreat to. The second bedroom also has a queen bed and the third has a single bed and a tri-bunk (double bed on bottom, single on top) making it perfect for the kids. The fully equipped kitchen with electric appliances makes cooking a breeze and there is plenty of seating at the dining table for everyone. Enjoy a movie on the large comfy lounge or relax outside with a book. Split system heating and cooling makes the apartment comfortable all year round and your own washing machine is provided for your convenience. The communal BBQ with table is provided for all guests within the complex and is located just outside the front entrance of the apartment and there are additional bbq's in the park across the road. There is plenty of parking within the complex and one designated parking space in front of the apartment. \*Please note that linen is not included when booking this property\* Guests are required to bring their own sheets, pillowcases, towels, bathmats and tea towels. Alternatively, a link to a local linen hire company will be provided with your booking confirmation. You will need to complete an online check-in form (Guests are required to provide a photo identification and credit card) closer to your arrival date. If you are not comfortable with this requirement, please refrain from making a booking. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise. A security deposit of AUD500 is required for all confirmed reservations. This will be processed via an online link 7 days prior to arrival and will be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to an inspection of the property. Please note that the Victorian Government has implemented a levy on short-stay accommodations. Starting January 1st, 2025, bookings of less than 28 days will incur the "short stay levy" in addition to the accommodation cost. For further details, please visit the SRO website. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![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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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 Apartment 120/1 The Esplanade Cowes 68\_44 ## 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 attractions include Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Cowes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes.dx7306) [View more Apartments in Cowes](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes-Apartments.d7306-aaApartments.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-38.44849%2C145.24301&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kss5A02kBpGRQrenfb54Al0BG0A=) COWES, VIC ### What's nearby - Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Silverleaves Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km - A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive - 6.5 km ### Getting around - Baxter Station - 74 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬5 min walk - ‪G’day Tiger - ‬7 min walk - ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬6 min walk - ‪La Porchetta - ‬8 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Waves Sanctuary Apartment pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Waves Sanctuary Apartment? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Waves Sanctuary Apartment? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Waves Sanctuary Apartment located? > Situated near the beach, this apartment building is steps from Cowes Beach, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, and Silverleaves Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Wildlife Park 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 ## The Waves Sanctuary Apartment Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nishant G. Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great accommodation Lovely stay very close to the beach ##### Nishant G. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Serpil E. Oct 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The property was clean and had everything we needed. Location was perfect Everything was A+ about the property. I would definately stay here again ##### Serpil E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Rossella L. Nov 14, 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### The flat was not prepared/cleaned for us when we arrived We arrived to a flat that: . had no toilet paper . had no bin bags . had a full dishwasher (to be emptied) . had such a dirty bathroom mat we could not use . had no working A/C The flat had clearly not been cleaned and prepared properly before our arrival. When we asked for a partial refund the agency denied. We were not treated fairly and no, we would not recommend this agency for any holiday rentals. There are better and much more cost efficient places to rent in Cowes. ##### Rossella L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Angelika R. Apr 14, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Cowes Accomodation was great just not very clean ##### Angelika R. ### 8/10 Good #### Paul K. Feb 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place for families. Just across the road from the beach and kids playground. Close to shops. There were 8 of us so the unit was a little small but adequate. No real problems for a short stay. Across the road from the beach and a playground for little ones. Easy 5 minute walk to shops. Good location. Only problems were there was only one car space, but we managed to find street parking for the second car. It has everything you would need for a short stay. I would stay again. Would recommend it for families. ##### Paul K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca S., Melbourne, Australia Aug 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Neat, spacious and perfectly located This apparment was the perfect size for a family, very neatly kept and in a super convenient location. Highly recommend. ##### Rebecca S. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Kent](https://www.expedia.ca/Kent-Hotels.d8223.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Monte Carlo Inn Airport Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Monte-Carlo-Inn-Airport-Suites.h849781.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Bangkok](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangkok-Hotels.d178236.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Lake George](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels.d6055969.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in The Pas](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Pas-Hotels.d4045.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near St Jacobs Farmers Market](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Jacobs-Farmers-Market-Hotels.0-l553248621533087372-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [St. George's Caye Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Georges-Caye-Hotels-St-Georges-Caye-Resort.h1518846.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa World](https://www.expedia.ca/Osaka-Hotels-Spa-World.h5133229.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartments Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Apartments.d6141041-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Madeira Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Madeira-Beach-Hotels.d8433.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Cocobay Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Valley-Church-Hotels-Cocobay-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h892086.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tokyo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels.d179900.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Porto (OPO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/opo/toronto-to-porto) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/san/montreal-to-san-diego) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Omaha (OMA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/oma/toronto-to-omaha) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/fll/detroit-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Rome (FCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/fco/montreal-to-rome) ### Activities > [Things to do in Oahu](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Oahu.d180077.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Prince Edward Island National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Prince-Edward-Island-National-Park-Prince-Edward-Island.d6089327.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Disney Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Disney.d3000453867.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Netherlands Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Netherlands.d129.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/67/Greece)