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Red Gum Beach Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home in Cowes

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Red Gum Beach Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$556
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

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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.

Red Gum Beach Retreat

About the home

“Red Gum Beach Retreat” is a delightful double-storey family & pet friendly home in the Red Rocks area of Cowes, just a comfortable walk from the pet friendly beaches and short drive to 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 2 and 3 (each with wardrobes & storage drawers), a Bathroom (with a shower over the bath & toilet), a Rumpus Room (with smart TV, Coonara-style wood heater plus plenty of kids toys & games) and through to the lovely bright large open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (with smart TV & bluetooth speakers). The Laundry (with washing machine) is accessed from outside the home. Upstairs is another large Living Room (with smart TV), Bedroom 1 (with BIR) and a Bathroom (with shower & toilet).

Outdoor Areas

The delightful rear semi-covered Outdoor Entertaining Area (with gas BBQ & seating for 6) overlooks the fully enclosed block, which is perfect for children and pets alike and even comes with a tree swing in the front yard. The upstairs covered Balcony (with a side table & seating for 2) also overlooks the rear yard. There is a Drive-through Single Carport (with table tennis table) and space for parking up to 5 cars in the Carport and driveway.

Please note: The home has a security camera on the front porch, facing the front driveway and front yard.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Gaggia Classic Espresso 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 in the home; one in each of the upstairs Living room and the Downstairs Living/Dining Room, a Coonara-style wood heater in the Rumpus Room, and one additional stand-alone heater which can be used where required.

Bedding Configuration

This home has 7 beds, and 2 fold out beds, accommodating up to 10 guests:

Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): Two King Single beds
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): Two sets of Single bunks

There is a Double fold out bed in each of the upstairs and downstairs Living Rooms, each suitable for one adult or child.

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

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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_470

About the area

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Penguin Parade. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale watching. Visit our Cowes travel guide
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Cowes, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach featuring general coastal views
    Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowes Beach showing general coastal views and a beach
    Cowes Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Penguin Parade showing a beach and bird life
    Penguin Parade
    8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Ventnor Beach
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • SAYANG
    4 min drive
  • Golden Fry Fish & Chips
    5 min drive
  • Chapel Lane
    5 min drive
  • Nat’s Fish And Chips
    5 min drive
  • La Porchetta
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Gum Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Gum Beach Retreat?

As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Gum Beach Retreat on 24 Feb 2026 start from AU$556.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Red Gum Beach Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Gum Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Gum Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Red Gum Beach Retreat located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Ventnor Beach and Ventnor Bushland Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Red Gum Beach Retreat Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tania C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a wonderful property, had lots of games and things to do. Only thing was not enough hearing, got quiet. My dogs are also small and could get under the house from the backyard, so that made things more difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025