Title: Silvanas Retreat - 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 home # Silvanas Retreat Vacation home in Cowes with fireplace ![Microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592400/35592399/89836201.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592400/35592399/2acf4de9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592400/35592399/1a733511.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592400/35592399/5953051e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592400/35592399/b689074d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a serene setting, \[property name\] offers ample space for up to 16 guests across its 4 bedrooms. Perfect for extended family or large friend groups, this property features a modern kitchen with electric cooking appliances and dishwasher as well as two bathrooms and comfortable living areas. 7.0 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - 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. ### Silvanas Retreat The lounge has loads of comfortable sofas and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and there is a large dining table and a new modern kitchen. The kitchen has electric cooking appliances, a dishwasher, a microwave and ample crockery and cutlery for the large family. There is a large wood heater in the open living area, as well as a split system for heating and cooling. There are 2 bathrooms at the property, one off the laundry containing a shower & vanity with a separate toilet in the hallway, and another bathroom with separate toilet accessed from outside only. The 4 bedrooms (with 1 King and 6 Queens) comfortably sleep up to 14 guests, perfect for extended family or large friend groups. The property includes a grassy area out the back and a huge carport. There is a gas BBQ and outdoor setting undercover. The spacious rear garden backs onto a reserve. Please note the property is not fully fenced. The long driveway provides parking for up to 3 vehicles. \*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 AUD900 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 ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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 ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111470000/111462900/111462897/d5ab2bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casuarina only 3km from the beach Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=111462897&PinnedHotelID=111462897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27115900/27115885/73894e17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### R & R LUXURY BEACH HOUSE RETREAT Fantastic Home for Family and Friends Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 118 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=27115885&PinnedHotelID=27115885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35594400/35594305/e8b69f30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful spacious pet friendly home next to the ocean COWES - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 7.4 Good 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=35594305&PinnedHotelID=35594305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35600000/35592900/35592890/c6bc9e65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Views - Beautiful spacious pet friendly home next to the ocean. 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Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=106242594&PinnedHotelID=106242594&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 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 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 indicated 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 House 34 Hobsons Parade Cowes 34 Hobsons Parade, Cowes Cowes 34 Hobsons Parade, Cowes - Cowes 34 Hobsons Parade, Cowes - Private vacation home 34 Hobsons Parade, Cowes - Private vacation home Cowes 68\_174 ## 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-38.45448%2C145.20729&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=flc9hzxqFczOq4iLRkPLD5uB6AU=) COWES, VIC #### What's nearby - Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Cowes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 5 min drive - 3.4 km - Penguin Parade - 10 min drive - 9.8 km - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 10 min drive - 9.1 km #### Getting around - Baxter Station - 75 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪G’day Tiger - ‬4 min drive - ‪La Porchetta - ‬4 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cowes Curry Club - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Silvanas Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Silvanas Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Silvanas Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Silvanas Retreat located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Ventnor Beach 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 ## Silvanas Retreat Reviews 7.0 ### 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 0 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 4.8/10 Cleanliness ### 4/10 Poor #### Yvette A. Apr 12, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Not very happy with difficult owner The house wasn't the cleanest upon arrival. Sticky floor, dirty cutlery in the drawer, dusty doona covers, dusty shelves, absolutely filthy BBQ which we had to scrub clean to use are some of the items that stood out. The property has no WiFi and no phone reception. The gas bottle was empty and we had to spend $40 on a refill, thankfully the agent will reimburse that. The owner (who is also the cleaner apparently) wants to be compensated for a small washable mark on the doona cover. Very unreasonable and disappointing. The agent is holding my bond and is apparently "investigating" the doona cover issue. I will never stay at this property and would never recommend it to anyone. Obrien Real Estate in Cowes are the agent, they are very slow at resolving conflict and using common sense to determine an outcome. ##### Yvette A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacob H. Feb 21, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Set up well Some extra attention to detail of the property condition would help rate the property for the amount it costs to stay there. It worked well for our large family staying there, nice short walk to beach. ##### Jacob H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate J. Jan 18, 2020 Liked: Location #### Good family house Property old and basic. Good kitchen. Good house for families with young kids. Will stay again. Thanks ##### Kate J. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Ujwol D. May 18, 2019 #### Best and cosy House was very nice, clean and best location for holiday. Everything was very good but there was no hot water supply at all for whole 3 days. It was bit hard for the kids to adjust for shower time. I hope owner/ realestate check or advice guest before checkin. It was a long weekend so we didn’t bother to inform or call anyone. Except that we enjoyed the house 100%. ##### Ujwol D. 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