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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area

Cowes, Victoria
- Phillip Island Coastal ReservePlace, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve15 min walk
- Cowes BeachPlace, Cowes Beach15 min walk
- Phillip Island Wildlife ParkPlace, Phillip Island Wildlife Park3 min drive
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About the area
Cowes
Located in Cowes, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Beach. .This vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cowes Beach and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Phillip Island Ferry Dock.
What's nearby
- Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cowes Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
- Penguin Parade - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
- Baxter Station - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- Chapel Lane - 4 min drive
- Nat’s Fish And Chips - 5 min drive
- Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive
- Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 5 min drive
- SAYANG - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Life's a Beach Shack
About the home
“Life's a Beach Shack” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a short drive or comfortable walk from the beach and supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The long central Hallway provides access to Bedroom 1, featuring a WIR and ensuite (with shower & toilet), Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 (each with BIR), a Bathroom (with bath & shower), separate Toilet and fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer). At the rear of the home is the large open plan Family/Dining/Kitchen Room (with 55" smart TV, chromecast, fetch box & bluetooth speaker) that leads out to the rear Alfresco.
Outdoor Areas
The rear covered Alfresco (with gas BBQ and table & chairs for 8 people) overlooks the enclosed rear yard, which is perfect for children. While the Garage is not accessible to guests, there is parking for 1 car on the driveway, plus many street parking bays for additional vehicles (cars and/or a boat).
Across the road is the huge Shoalhaven Playground, with a family picnic area, electric BBQs, swings, slides, undercover seating, plenty of open spaces for ball games, walking and bike riding paths.
Please note there is a security camera at the home facing the external area at front of property only.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Lavazza pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There are four wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners in the home; one each in Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4 and the Family room.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests:
Bedroom 1: One Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Two sets of Single bunks
Bedroom 3: One Tri-bunk
Bedroom 4: One Queen bed
Please note: The Tri-bunk has a double bed base with 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.
“Life's a Beach Shack” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a short drive or comfortable walk from the beach and supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The long central Hallway provides access to Bedroom 1, featuring a WIR and ensuite (with shower & toilet), Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 (each with BIR), a Bathroom (with bath & shower), separate Toilet and fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer). At the rear of the home is the large open plan Family/Dining/Kitchen Room (with 55" smart TV, chromecast, fetch box & bluetooth speaker) that leads out to the rear Alfresco.
Outdoor Areas
The rear covered Alfresco (with gas BBQ and table & chairs for 8 people) overlooks the enclosed rear yard, which is perfect for children. While the Garage is not accessible to guests, there is parking for 1 car on the driveway, plus many street parking bays for additional vehicles (cars and/or a boat).
Across the road is the huge Shoalhaven Playground, with a family picnic area, electric BBQs, swings, slides, undercover seating, plenty of open spaces for ball games, walking and bike riding paths.
Please note there is a security camera at the home facing the external area at front of property only.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Lavazza pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There are four wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners in the home; one each in Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4 and the Family room.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests:
Bedroom 1: One Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Two sets of Single bunks
Bedroom 3: One Tri-bunk
Bedroom 4: One Queen bed
Please note: The Tri-bunk has a double bed base with 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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_426