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Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9

Family-friendly vacation home in Cowes

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In the heart of Cowes, Penguins by the Beach offers a lovely home with both indoor and outdoor living spaces. Unwind on the balcony or in the enclosed courtyard, enjoy BBQs in a shady area or take a dip in the solar-heated pool. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook up your favorite meals.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9

About the home

“Penguins by the Beach” is a lovely home in a brilliant location in central Cowes, across the road from the beach and easily walkable to the many supermarkets, cafes and restaurants Cowes has to offer. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below.

Indoor Areas

Downstairs is the second Living room (with Samsung 65" Smart TV), Bedroom 1, a Bathroom (with shower over bath and toilet), and internal access to the Garage. A fully equipped European laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer) is in the hallway. Upstairs is the open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living area (with Samsung 65" Smart TV) opening to a balcony, plus Bedrooms 2 and 3 (each with BIR) and a Bathroom (with shower and toilet).

Outdoor Areas

The home has both a Balcony on the first floor as well as an enclosed rear courtyard. The double Garage (with internal access into the home) provides space for 2 cars. The shared facilities available include a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady BBQ area, plus some additional communal parking spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

The home contains two reverse-cycle, split system units one in the upstairs living room, and the other downstairs in the entrance. There is also a standalone fan for use where required.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 5 beds plus 1 foldout divan, accommodating up to 9 guests:

Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): 1 x Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): 1 x set of Single bunks and 1 x Single bed

There is also a fold out Double sofa in the downstairs living room, suitable for two adults or children.

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

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

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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

Rules

This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.

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 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

Penguins by the Beach
Penguins By The Sleeps 9 Cowes
Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 Cowes
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Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 Private vacation home
Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 Private vacation home Cowes

About the neighborhood

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COWES, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Goose - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguins by the Beach - sleeps 9 located?

This family-friendly Cowes vacation home is located by the sea, just steps from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 15 minutes.

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