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Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Dining
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cowes, VIC
  • Cowes Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp

Forget the car. A leisurely 10min stroll takes you to Cowes Main Street and in less than 5 mins you are at one of the quieter Cowes beaches. This house is perfect for a family get together. The large kitchen living area opens up onto an undercover deck via a bifold door.
A seperate games room and large back yard with lawn games keep the kids young and old entertained.
A fully secure backyard in case you wish to bring pets although council rules legislate that a maximum of 2 dogs can be on the property. Pets to remain outdoors, but please advise us in your enquiry if you wish to bring pets. There is a ramp leading to the front door for easy access for roller suitcases and prams. Although the front door is extra wide, bedroom and bathroom doorways are your avarage width

NOT AVAILABLE TO SCHOOLIES- Family groups or groups with tenants over 26 y/o only.

12 people can sleep comfortably
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2- Queenbed
Bedroom 3- king bed
Bedroom 4- tri bunk, double on the bottom, single bed on top
Bedroom 5- 2 x long single beds and king single loft bed.

Doona, doona cover and pillows supplied.
Please bring top & bottom sheets, pillow case, towels and tea towels otherwise linen and towels can be supplied at $20 per person.

High chair & baby bath available. Please let us know if you would like these put out.

Rental registration requirements we must mention noise or music being played must be reduced to an inaudible level outside the property by 10 pm, or risk being removed from the premises.

A 'NO EXTREME PARTY POLICY' IS IN PLACE, Police and/or nuisance call outs will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal of the occupants.

Property manager

Margaret Browne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Churchill Island Marine National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Phillip Island Wildlife Park and A Maze'N Things. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Penguin Parade. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguins on Church -800m to Main Street, 120m to beach, 1km to boat ramp located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Silverleaves Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Michael
Wonderful facilities and close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway.
Excellent property. Clean, spacious, comfortable. Has everything you need for a fun getaway with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Phillip island short Break
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family home
We had 10 adults, a nearly 3 year old and a 15 month old in our group. Penguins on Church was perfect for us to come together for a long weekend. There was plenty of space inside and out and we were easily able to park 4 cars in the driveway. Having 3 internal bathrooms to service the 5 bedrooms made the weekend easy to all live with each other, especially as we all prepared for a family wedding on the Saturday. The portable cot was wonderful for the baby - very sturdy, safe and obviously comfortable, as the baby slept well each night. All the beds and accompanying linen were also wonderful. The kitchen has plenty of cutlery, crockery and glassware, cooking implements and all the necessary tools and machines to make self-catering easy. The games room afforded us much fun and there were plenty of books and games for the little ones. The owner was extremely prompt with communication and all instructions for access etc were easy to follow. I can highly recommend Penguins on Church for a wonderful stay on Phillip Island!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together.
We all loved this property as it had it all.Beautiful home with great entertaining areas inside and out.Great choice of bedrooms.Car parking good.Location near beach plus town.We were all very comfortable.The children enjoyed the games room.We would have appreciated the supply of linen as some guests were from out of state..It was a bit of a hastle.Margarate was very good with her communication.Many thanksJulie.Loc
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a group holiday
Has a great layout for friends/ families holidaying together, and is within walking distance from the main beach and shops. A short drive to key tourist destinations. The yard was well maintained. We were disappointed with the cleanliness of the property; we had to spend a large portion of our first day scrubbing all three bathrooms, cleaning the couch and washing kitchen utensils and plates. Some of the cookware was also really worn out, so we couldn't cook as much as planned.The host's communication was fantastic, however. Would definitely return if the cleaning situation is sorted out. Small bins in the bathrooms would be a convenient addition.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cowes Holiday
The house was spotless and the kitchen had everything we needed. Beautiful outdoor area and back yard. Close to everything. We have booked again for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Penguins on Church highly recommend
Penguins on Church was a well maintained, clean and well appointed rental. It had everything provided for a great stay. It was very clean and we valued the small touches such as bath mats, hand towels, soap and air diffusers. The gardens were lovely and the backyard grass was immaculate. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended familyproperty
Penguins on Church is a pristinely kept home away from home, close to the beach and Cowes centre. Marg provided everything we could possibly need, and more. Thank you for the Christmas tree! Would most definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family-friendly
Stayed for 4 nights with my partner, two kids (5 & 2), sister and niece (16). Very well appointed home with 5BR, 2 baths plus ensuite. Good lay out and would suit multiple families. Kitchen was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need and more. Requested bed linen / towels in the week prior to check in and host was very accomodating and replies quickly. Hot outdoor shower in the fully contained and pet friendly backyard a big bonus. Kids enjoyed the entertainment area in the garage. Very short walking distance to beach and Coles. Have already booked for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
The house is beautiful and immaculately kept. Backyard and games room was perfect for the kids. Proximity to main St shops and the beach made this property the perfect choice for our family vacation. Margaret was super helpful and lovely to deal with. Will always recommend this place and hope to be back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Birthday friends weekend
Fabulous house. So spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing set up
We had a great weekend thank you so much for sharing your amazing house with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend of fun!
Disability organization - supporting group of 6 adults on a much-deserved weekend away. Group had an absolute ball and loved staying in a home like house rather than a big school camp set up. Made them feel very inclusive indeed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenette B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent group house
House was great for group stay easy location to centre of Cowes Facilities excellent for entertainment everything you need Close to beach just a short walk
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Penguins on Church exceeded our expectations
Totally blown away. Had an awesome experience and will look to book again next year for Australian Motogp 2025
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

judy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
group weekend away
Beautiful property. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family or group
Everything was as described in listing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

A D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than the pics!
Great home. Photos don't do it justice. Kids loved the games shed. Close to everything. Cannot fault. Owner is super accommodating and communication is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tayla R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Group Getaway
We had a lovely stay at Penguins on Church. The house was perfectly sized to accommodate 9 adults with large dining table, couch and outdoor area plus the bonus of a well equipped kitchen. Certainly didn't run out of things to do with the games room and an array of board games to play. Spoilt with location too right near the beach and main street. Would love to come back again and will recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for family break
Great home to share with family we had 10 of us from 8 weeks to 66 and everyone felt comfortable. The games room was a hit Kitchen was well stocked and large enough for preparing food for the troops. Will re book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great large group holiday home
We had a fantastic stay. We had a large family group including 6 teenagers, and the house suited us perfectly. Everyone had their own space and we were close enough to town that people could split off independently without needing a lift. The kitchen is extremely well kitted out and we used it most nights to stay in as there was heaps of entertainment at the house. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

natalie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house and location
This property exceeded our expectations - everything about it was 100% - will recommend to others thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Browne

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English

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