Title: Mingalar in Central Cowes - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111393967&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mingalar in Central Cowes ## Photo gallery for Mingalar in Central Cowes ![Exterior detail - Mingalar in Central Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111394000/111393967/7d539c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mingalar in Central Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111394000/111393967/48e29ad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mingalar in Central Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111394000/111393967/a729bbe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mingalar in Central Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111394000/111393967/6750eb8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mingalar in Central Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111394000/111393967/b6b520cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Mingalar in Central Cowes and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Mingalar in Central Cowes About the home “Mingalar” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just metres from the beach & Anderson Road Jetty, and a short drive from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below: Indoor Areas A central hallway provides access to Bedroom 1, featuring a 32" TV and an ensuite (with shower & toilet), leading to the large open plan Kitchen (with WIP)/Dining/Living Room (with 65" smart TV featuring Kayo sport, a DVD player with some DVDs) that flows through to the rear Alfresco. A side hall leads to Bedroom 2 (with a wall mounted 32" TV and BIR) & Bedroom 3 (with BIR), a large fully equipped European Laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer), a Bathroom (with bath & shower), a separate Toilet and Bedroom 4 (which doubles as a second Living Room) with a 32" smart TV and some board games. Outdoor Areas The delightful rear covered Alfresco (with gas BBQ & seating for 6 people) can be accessed from the Living Room and Bedroom 4/Living Room 2, and overlooks the enclosed rear & side yard which features an incredible inground electric heated Swim Spa (4.3m x 2.4m; 1.5 deep), a two-seater Sauna, a hot/cold outdoor shower to wash off and a firepit (wood not provided). While there is no access to the Garage, there is space to park up to 4 vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in the driveway. Kitchen The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Nespresso pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top. Heating/Cooling Systems There are two wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners; one in the Living room & another in Bedroom 4/the 2nd Living Room. There is a wood-heater available (wood not provided). Bedding Configuration This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 9 guests: Bedroom 1: One Queen bed Bedroom 2: Two single beds Bedroom 3: One Queen bed Bedroom 4: One set of Tri bunks and one Double sofa bed Note: Bedroom 4 doubles as a second Living Room. Please note: A Tri-bunk bed has a double bed on the bottom, and 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. 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 - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - 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 ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/a45bed57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island Cowes - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Parking included 8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews CA $207 CA $228 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=5372178&PinnedHotelID=5372178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Two-Bedroom Villa | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4660000/4651500/4651433/b16657a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amaroo Holiday Park Cowes - 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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\_451 ## About the area Located in Cowes, this vacation home 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 Phillip Island Leisure Centre and A Maze'N Things. Traveling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Penguin Parade. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and wildlife walks. [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-38.45302%2C145.21983&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sEOsmfZAh2MhFEUkMmWr1ex7Qrw=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![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 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![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 5 min walk \- 0.5 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 6 min drive \- 4.6 km - Phillip Island Ferry Dock 5 min drive \- 2.7 km - Silverleaves Beach 6 min drive \- 3.1 km ### Getting around - Baxter Station 74 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 3 min drive - SAYANG 3 min drive - Golden Fry Fish & Chips 3 min drive - Chapel Lane 2 min drive - Hotel Phillip Island 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mingalar in Central Cowes pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mingalar in Central Cowes? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mingalar in Central Cowes? ### What time is check-out at Mingalar in Central Cowes? ### Where is Mingalar in Central Cowes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mingalar in Central 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 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Will C. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fabulous amenities, great location! ##### Will C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025