Escape to this cozy 3-bedroom house in Cowes, perfect for an affordable beach holiday with the family. Take a short stroll to the beach or explore Cowes main street, just a 2-minute drive away. The living area has reverse cycle air conditioning and you can enjoy quality time together in the large fully fenced back yard.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
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.
256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot!
Older style, 3 bedroom house in Cowes, The property has a large fully fenced back yard with a lock up garage. This is a great beach holiday house to enjoy an affordable break with the family. Walking distance to the beach and short 2 minute drive into Cowes main street. The living area has a reverse cycle air conditioner that heats and cools. (Sorry the coonara wood fire not working). No wifi. PET FRIENDLY - this property requires a $200 dog bond, on approval which is returned once the property has been checked for poop/digging/scratches/damage etc.
3 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, separate toilet. 1 x Queen 1 x Queen 1 x Tri-bunk, (double and single on top, suitable for children).
LINEN NOT SUPPLIED Doonas with covers and pillows are supplied, however, YOU are required to bring your own LINEN, (top/bottom sheets, towels, bathmats and pillowcases) or you can hire these for an extra $25 per person. Please advise us if you wish to hire linen prior to arrival. Beds made up is an extra $15 per bed and must be advised a minimum of 7 days in advance of arrival.
GUEST TERMS AND CONDITIONS/HOUSE RULES/STRICTLY NO SCHOOLIES NO PARTIES!
GUESTS upon booking MUST advise ages of all guests. STRICTLY no Schoolies, Bucks Parties, Hens Parties. It is a requirement of our owners to obtain ages and number of guests staying at this property. All guests must be 25 years of age or older unless accompanied by an adult, guardian or parent. If the accompanying guardian is not present, we can evict without refund. The host reserves the right at any time to cancel or not proceed with a booking that does not meet these requirements.
This property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual 'Schoolies Week' period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period. If at any time we find you are accommodating more people than you have booked for, you will be evicted immediately and extra charges may apply. All bookings are subject to owner confirmation and approval.
You will be required to sign The Guest Registration Form and provide us with a copy of your Drivers Licence & Credit Card prior to your arrival OR on check in.
NON SMOKING POLICY: applies to all of our holiday rental properties both inside and outside the property - extra cleaning charges may apply for any butts found on the property.
Bookings - are accepted by First National in good faith as agents for the property owners. Bonds: Some properties charge a guest bond.
CANCELLATION POLICY 2024 Upon booking a 50% deposit is payable immediately. The total balance is payable 30 days prior to arrival. Cancellation requests before the 30 days of arrival - 50% deposit will be refunded Cancellations less than 30 days prior to arrival – No money will be refunded
KEY COLLECTION - All keys must be picked up and must be returned to our office in Cowes. You will be required to sign The Guest Registration Form and provide our office with a copy of your Drivers License & Credit Card prior to your arrival OR on check in. AFTER HOURS KEY COLLECTION MUST BE ARRANGED WITH US THE DAY BEFORE ARRIVAL.
Thank you for your booking.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Fully-fenced
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Golfing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
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 are 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
On-site 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 that 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
About the area
Cowes is home to this holiday home. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Ferry Dock and A Maze'N Things. Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Cowes travel guide
Is 256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot! located?
Situated in Cowes, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Leisure Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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256 Settlement Road, Holiday House In Cowes, dog friendly, great spot! Reviews
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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.
Great position. Walking distance to beach and shops. Very relaxing.
Dianne J.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mechele A.
11 Mar 2025
A lovely get away
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A beautiful home. Easy to relax and get away.WIFI would be a great added extra
Wow! We were really impressed with our stay here. First, the reception staff was super friendly and welcoming. The property itself was very clean and spacious, the five of us found it very relaxing. Shops for takeaway and morning coffee are walking distance, as is the beach, so the location is perfect. Best of all there is a large fully enclosed back yard, so our Jack Russell had plenty of space to run around and play fetch. A+ stay, thank you!
Michael F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Katarina M.
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
A little tired but but dog friendly and location good
Could do with a new couch and some TLC and general upkeep. Great backyard for our labrador and 10 walk to the beach. No wifi which could be an issue for some so worth mentioning. Close to shops and 15 minute walk to the main drag.Overall ok and comfortable beds, no proper door to the main bedroom but a saloon door which could be an issue if you’re a light sleeper.A deep clean wouldn’t hurt since there was dust in most rooms and crumbs in the drawers.For what we paid, I would probably have expected a little more but it was ok for a weekend.
Katarina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Gregorio B.
11 Mar 2025
Some good, some not so good
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This house is in a good location ,and was quite clean overall.The house is in serious need of maintenance, and I mean professional maintenance not slum landlord DIY.The garage lock fell off due to rust. Front door was difficult to open due to dodgy trimming of the closing edge.3rd bedroom had totally unacceptable spring bed that woke up other guests.Front yard was a disgrace.This house needed a bit of love and attention.Unlikely to stay there again.
Gregorio B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally H.
23 Oct 2024
A great base for exploring Phillip Island
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This place was perfectly located for us, we could walk into town or easily access other parts of the island. The location was quiet and private, the yard is huge and we felt secure. The amenities were great, The bathroom was an older style but everything worked and was clean. The house had everything we needed and the beds were comfortable. It would be great to have wifi on site but the mobile reception was fine in the house. We'd happily stay here again!
Sally H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Geoff D.
6 Oct 2024
The rental was very clean and tidy
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was great being close to the CBDand walking distance to the beach
Geoff D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda K.
18 Apr 2024
Great Little house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was close to everything and very neat and tidy. The backyard is huge but the fencing needs to be repaired especially if you have a dog. Very relaxing and has everything you need.
Well located in the town of Cowes.
Street was busy but bearable.
Dennis B.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mary S.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Good location
Two main bedrooms were comfortable but the third room with bunks was very unfortable-the top bunk couldn’t be used even by a child. The toilet has no fan and the window wouldn’t open in this small house. Very limited cooking saucepan, pans. The yard was great, nice to sit and listen to the birds actually outside was nicer than inside. Good location.
The house looks huge in the pictures and the backyard definitely is. But inside is very tight. The house just seemed unfinished. Doors not even painted stained carpet and rock hard beds. Great location only a short worn to town
A great property that has an awesome fenced yard for dogs and not far to shops and beach.
The bedroom carpet could do with a clean (made my friend nervous), but otherwise all the basics were supplied.
Because the power was out on the island for several hours when we arrived, the house should have supplied candles/torch (as per other rentals I have had) - lucky our phones had enough charge to use their torches.
On the whole, a pleasant stay for the two couples and although the weather (being winter) was inclement, we still did lots of exploring.
Lisa-Marie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
melia s.
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Run down
Yard was not dog secure. There was rat poison traps all around the outside of house. There was a dead rat in the garage. Lawns had not been mowed. Unsatisfactory outdoor seating. Cobwebs throughout interior.
melia s.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Zachary K.
14 Apr 2023
Nice spot but a not great if you have pet allegies
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It is in a great spot and a good price for how late we booked, unfortunately, we had issues with the hot water service and as it is pet friendly the carpet was littered with cat hair which caused a lot of issues with allergies.
Zachary K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dianne B.
16 Jan 2023
Perfect for your pet
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A big open backyard for our dog to run around. Plenty of shelter too as you can open the garage door from the yard for your dog to access.Yes, the carpet in the bedrooms has seen a few holidays, but the house and yard were nice and clean and tidy.Easy walk for coffee and supermarkets. Lovely stroll down the Main Street to the beach of an evening.
Dianne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DONALD D.
26 Nov 2022
256 Settlement Road, Cowes
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Look forward to staying here again. Great location suited our needs perfectly.
DONALD D.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
A guest from Botanic Ridge, Vic
27 May 2021
Simple but well appointed.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Older style home, comfortable, in great location. Walk to shops and beach, great for small puppy and family with children. Enjoyable stay, helpful staff at Real Estate, happy to recommend for budget conscious pet owners.
A guest from Botanic Ridge, Vic
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Narelle K.
8 Apr 2021
Cowes Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a lovely time at Cowes. The home was well equiped for our needs and we could take our dog. We were thankful to be in walking distance to the beach and shops as we loved our beach strolls.
Narelle K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lex V.
11 Mar 2021
Great Paw Family Holiday House
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
If you're holidaying with your fur children this is a good house with a great backyard. Cowes' main strip shops and beach are only a 10 minutes stroll away. Don't let the outside exterior fool you, the interior has been given a make-over with beach decor.