[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bayfront Escape on Walpole Vacation home in Cowes with balcony ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595700/35595667/04d82885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595700/35595667/ee1242e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595700/35595667/91840b5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595700/35595667/6e581306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35595700/35595667/6fa23a42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location With the beach just a stone's throw away, this 3 bedroom unit in Cowes offers absolute comfort and convenience. Nearly every room boasts water views, including the main bedroom with a small balcony perfect for breakfast alfresco. Enjoy open-plan living downstairs with comfortable sofas, TV and DVD plus games for kids. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - 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. ### Bayfront Escape on Walpole This 3 bedroom unit is absolute walking distance to the beach and approximately 3 minutes walk to Cowes shops & restaurants. The kitchen and bathrooms have been totally renovated to ensure guests comfort and convenience. All this in a great location for your next holiday or weekend away. Nearly every room has a view to the water and the main bedroom has a small balcony with a breakfast setting. All the living is downstairs and the bedrooms and main bathroom are upstairs. The lounge, kitchen/dining area is open plan. Take a step up into the kitchen/dining area giving a feeling of separation. You will find everything you need to prepare the meals along with electric cooking, microwave, dishwasher and even an in-sinkerator. There are comfortable sofas, Tv and Dvd and lots of games for the kids in the lounge. Or open up the stack doors to the outdoor area. For heating and cooling there are 2 split systems, one upstairs and one downstairs as well as electric wall heaters. The main bathroom is upstairs and downstairs there is an additional toilet. For added protection from the sun and privacy, there are external electric blinds on the north facing wall. Car parking is at the rear of the building under a carport. Take a short stroll along the beach and you will find public bbq's and a playground. \*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 - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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/36000000/35600000/35592900/35592869/55f3bba0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walpole Beachside Oasis Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=35592869&PinnedHotelID=35592869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32667600/32667520/a733ee4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Genesta Street, Cowes, Single storey, modern 4 bedroom house, very central Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=32667520&PinnedHotelID=32667520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707017/w1122h748x79y0-2ce57700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect location, 5 min walk to the beach, shops. 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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 House 1/5 Walpole Street Cowes 1/5 Walpole Street, Cowes - close to beach and shops Cowes 68\_17 ## 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-38.44889%2C145.23627&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Fc798G77HfIYavExLNYJ1j_ql3U=) COWES, VIC #### What's nearby - Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Cowes Beach - 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 - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 8.0 km #### Getting around - Baxter Station - 73 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬4 min walk - ‪G’day Tiger - ‬6 min walk - ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬6 min walk - ‪La Porchetta - ‬5 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bayfront Escape on Walpole pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bayfront Escape on Walpole? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bayfront Escape on Walpole? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bayfront Escape on Walpole located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is steps from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bayfront Escape on Walpole Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronique S. Oct 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic This place was everything we could've asked for. Clean, well supplied and very comfortable. Views of the ocean from every window made it even more relaxing. Short walk to the main street shops. Overall, couldn't fault it. ##### Veronique S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Brenda F. Feb 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### View forever. What a wonderful find. Stayed here a couple of times now and it’s fantastic.the first time with another couple and then with my 2 granddaughters. perfect location, well priced, and the appartment provides everything you could possibly need. Will be back for a third time. Brenda ##### Brenda F. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter A. Mar 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walpole street Excellent location plenty of room for family very clean can recommend. the issues were the couch needs upgrade as do the bunk bed mattresses one bunk bed almost hits the ceiling and the main bedroom mattress. overall good ##### Peter A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Z. Sep 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The views! Loved our stay. Gorgeous views of the beach and walking distance to everything. Thank you! ##### Michelle Z. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vikas D. Sep 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Good 👍 Overall we enjoyed our stay very much. Townhouse/apartment was really good and awesome location. Highly recommended. ##### Vikas D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen P. Apr 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing break Great place to stay ##### Helen P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michelle s. Jul 19, 2021 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### No Communication Had no contact from anyone to let me know were or when to pick keys up from. I had to ring on the morning of our holiday. No information of what door or what keys to use. Very unorganized. Wont stay with them again. ##### Michelle s. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadine L., Sale Vic Jun 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Getaway This property was very well equipped and felt like home away from home. There were fantastic water views from every room and it was close to cafes, shops and the beach. My family of five would love to stay here again! ##### Nadine L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie-Anne W. Mar 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach location Property was well equipped with kitchen ware. Set up for 8 people. Great location & views of the ocean. ##### Julie-Anne W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy N. Jan 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### accommodation was quite nice and just the right size for my family of 5. accommodation had everything we needed, the neighbor was very friendly, location was absolutely amazing. If l'm to say anything the bunk room felt a little crowded and that is nit picking. We will definitely stay here again and recommend to friends and family. ##### Wendy N. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce A. Jul 23, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location short walk to Main Street and beach ##### Bruce A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madeline S. Nov 3, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The property was well maintained and clean. Beach views were amazing and only a 3-4 minute walk to the main shopping street. Beds were comfortable and good appliances available. ##### Madeline S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith L. Oct 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sensational Everything about this place was fantastic, close to everything and the unit was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. ##### Keith L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kerry K. Jun 30, 2017 #### Great location Once we opened all shutters and blinds , it was very comfy place, great location so close to everything and fantastic views, obviously been closed up since Easter, so could have had a sweep and dust . We will book it again next year though. Ps instruction books for all appliances would have been good, eg stovetop, using DVD player . ##### Kerry K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### pam d. Feb 28, 2017 #### great location Great location,reasonable rate,tidy & has all the extras we need. Stayed here on a few ccasions, we've always been happy. ##### pam d. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosen Inn, closest to Universal](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Rosen-Inn.h28203.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Sheraton-Buganvilias-Resort-Convention-Center.h24197.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Boracay Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Boracay-Island-Hotels.d601371.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) > > [Cloister at The Boca Raton](https://www.expedia.ca/Boca-Raton-Hotels-Cloister-At-The-Boca-Raton.h15462.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Waterfront-Boardwalk-Hotels.0-l6222244-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Prince Edward Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Prince-Edward-Island.d6058122.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Singapore](https://www.expedia.ca/Singapore-Hotels.d3168.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Broadbeach](https://www.expedia.ca/Broadbeach-Gold-Coast-Hotels.0-n177549-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Jakarta (CGK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cgk/toronto-to-jakarta) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/fll/toronto-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Fort McMurray (YMM) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ymm/yyz/fort-mcmurray-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Bogotá (BOG) to San Andrés (ADZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bog/adz/bogota-to-san-andres) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cai/toronto-to-cairo) > > [Flights from New York (LGA) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lga/ord/new-york-to-chicago) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Barcelona (BCN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/bcn/detroit-to-barcelona) > > [Flights from YMQ-All Airports to Harry Reid Intl.](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ymq/las/montreal-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Mumbai (BOM) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bom/yvr/mumbai-to-vancouver) > > [SkyService](https://www.expedia.ca/SkyService-Flights.c1S.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Cassidy (YCD) to Whitehorse (YXY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ycd/yxy/nanaimo-to-whitehorse) > > [Flights from Lisbon District (LIS) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lis/yeg/lisbon-to-edmonton) > > [flights from jean lesage intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yqb/flights-from-jean-lesage-intl-airport) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Toronto.d178314.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Budget Car Rentals In Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Budget-Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Toronto.d6057934-c39.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Cruise > [Cruises to Alaska](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-to-Alaska.d203.Travel-Guide-Cruise) ### Activities > [Things to do in Collingwood](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Collingwood.d11938.Travel-Guide-Activities)