[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location Beachfront apartment for sun and fun ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38729600/38729504/50a9732c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38729600/38729504/a0e2e180.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38729600/38729504/afd608cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38729600/38729504/85a88b68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38729600/38729504/d2dc4c91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Laundry - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location Stunning location in an amazing holiday destination. This stylish apartment is perfect for a couples holiday retreat. Wake up to the view and sounds of the ocean. This ground floor beachfront apartment is perfectly located so you can, enjoy a coffee in the morning and a cocktail in the afternoon on the front paved area overlooking the beach. Open plan apartment has all you need: \* 1 queen bed \* Bathroom with a shower, basin and spa bath \* Parking space for 1 car \* WiFi \* Air conditioning \* Ground floor apartment \* Kitchenette with fridge, microwave, stovetop and small bench oven \* Laundry is communal - but only a few $$ for a load \* Entry via rear door from carpark \* Glass sliding door at the front onto paved area with table and chairs to enjoy day or night \* Tidy apartment in a great location \* BBQ on site with table and chairs \* Extra parking available on the street outside the apartment ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99860000/99852200/99852192/22a98897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Bliss Apartment with Ocean Views & Private Patio Cowes - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=99852192&PinnedHotelID=99852192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34420000/34413200/34413112/7f94ee67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cherub Cottage - quiet romantic getaway. 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We offer complimentary internet + Netflix Cowes - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33561741&PinnedHotelID=33561741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623926/20bc2049.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartments at Glen Isla Cowes - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 365 reviews CA $184 CA $184 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=9623926&PinnedHotelID=9623926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71420000/71417200/71417152/242bb8f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 250 The Waves Studio Apartment with lift access Cowes - Kitchen - Parking available - Microwave 6.8 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=71417152&PinnedHotelID=71417152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 This property does not allow children ### 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Apartment Cowes Couples Retreat Prime Beachfront Location Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location Cowes Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location Apartment ## 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-38.44822%2C145.24306&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=861aBfZHhXP69kGFjiB8VBBxZY0=) 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 - 73 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬4 min walk - ‪Mighty Kebab - ‬9 min walk - ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬7 min walk - ‪G’day Tiger - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location located? > Nestled on the beach, this Cowes apartment building is steps from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Cowes Beach, 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 ## Cowes Couples Retreat - Prime Beachfront Location Reviews 9.6 ### 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 12 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Efim Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication property located in very good area, close to the beach ,restaurants , shopping area by walk ##### Efim Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony S. Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Phillip lsland Great proximity to shops and beach. The property was very clean and comfortable. ##### Anthony S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Leanne g. Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lee G Great location, only 5 minutes walk to cafes and shops. The apartment was very clean and comfortable, would definitely stay again ##### Leanne g. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna T. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean, Modern, Homely We loved the place and the location was perfect. The freebies were good got have too! would come again ##### Anna T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda D. Jan 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay We found the property clean and location excellent. A well deserved break between the Xmas and NY period. Will definitely recommend Stayz and Cowes Couple Retreat. ##### Linda D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taleesa E., Greensborough Oct 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Would recommend staying here, close to everything have an amazing view. The bed was very comfy as well. Will be back! ##### Taleesa E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Silvi S. Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Proximity great, enjoyed walking on the esplanade, eating out. Good location, cosy. A coffee plunger would have been ideal. The access to many places was great and we got to see more attractions, than a short visit and thoroughly enjoyed the walks. ##### Silvi S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony W. Jan 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place, very clean and fantastic location. Woudl definitly stay again From the start everything was great and as shown in the pictures, Communications were great and easy. Easy walk to the shops and beach. The beach view from the garden was great. The lawn area and inside are more private that it appears in the pics because the hedge blocks their view of us. ##### Tony W. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale M. Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Break Away A great apartment in a great location. We loved our stay with great access to the beach and restaurants. The apartment was very comfortable. We did have a couple of small issues though. there was a half a bottle of wine left in the wine fridge and the main fridge was set so cold it froze our food (it was in need of a big defrost). ##### Dale M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rod G. Aug 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can't beat this Location Wonderful location. Unit very good. Two TV's. Both not great but adequate. Initially puzzled re: key etc. Reception lady not keen to interact with us. However a very lovely cleaning lady was happy to help us. ##### Rod G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne V. Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Dianne V. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leanne W. Aug 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superb Trendy boho styled apartment with stunning Seaview and 5 min walk to all shops and restaurants. Absolutely loved it we will book again n ##### Leanne W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Yiwen S. Mar 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All very good, the only problem The only problem is the apartment is right next to the park, rubbish truck collects bins very morning 7-8am. very noisy. ##### Yiwen S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki H. Feb 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location Beautiful,clean and comfortable in a perfect position on the Esplanade. ##### Vicki H. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie H. Jan 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Stay Great property, fabulous location. Very much relation had here! ##### Melanie H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen L. Jan 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and view. Wonderful relaxing break at beautiful Cowes, great view, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Safe beach and park a stones throw away. Will return ☺️ ##### Eileen L. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium](https://www.expedia.ca/Southern-Alberta-Jubilee-Auditorium-Hotels.0-l6089321-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Los Cabos](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Zadun.h35813119.Hotel-Information) > > [Life Suites Loft - CN Tower](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Life-Suites-Loft-CN-Tower.h10081090.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Hermitage Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville-Hotels-The-Hermitage-Hotel.h423824.Hotel-Information) > > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Cancun](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d179995-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Miette Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Miette-Hot-Springs-Hotels.0-l6290530-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels.d6023515.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Continental Barcelona](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona-Hotels-Hotel-Continental-Barcelona.h2522882.Hotel-Information) > > [BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-BlueBay-Grand-Esmeralda-All-Inclusive.h1411000.Hotel-Information) > > [SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Toronto-Vaughan.h4548459.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Halifax-Downtown.h1107696.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Bruce-Mines-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn.h10022523.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) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/ylw/edmonton-to-kelowna) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Manchester (MAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lhr/man/london-to-manchester) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyc/vancouver-to-calgary) ### Cruise > [Cruises to Hawaii](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-to-Hawaii.d213.Travel-Guide-Cruise) ### Packages > [All Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/All.d3000018794.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [all inclusive vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations)