Family-friendly home with two living areas, enclosed backyard, close to Cowes Beach and free Wi-Fi
About the home
“Home and Away in Cowes” is a delightful double-storey family home, ideally located in a quiet street in Cowes. Just a short walk from the north-facing beach, local cafés, restaurants, shops and the Recreation Reserve, it's the perfect base to leave the car behind and enjoy everything Cowes has to offer. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
The spacious open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room flows seamlessly onto the covered rear Deck, creating a wonderful indoor/outdoor living space that's perfect for entertaining or relaxing with family and friends. Also on the ground floor is Bedroom 1, featuring a WIR, Ensuite (with shower & toilet), and direct access to the rear Deck. Also on this level is a second Bathroom (with shower) and a separate toilet for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find Bedrooms 2 & 3 (each with BIR), a central Bathroom (with a bath, shower & toilet), and a generous second Living Room that opens onto a private Balcony, providing an ideal retreat for guests or families wanting extra space. The home also features a fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine), offering both internal and external access for added convenience.
Outdoor Areas
The fully covered rear Deck (with outdoor dining setting) overlooks the spacious, fully enclosed backyard, providing plenty of room for children to play. An additional rear Deck is accessed directly from Bedroom 1, while upstairs, the private Balcony (with café setting) offers a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a day exploring Phillip Island. Double gate access to the backyard provides secure parking for a boat or caravan, while the single Garage and long driveway offer ample off-street parking.
Please note: The home has external security cameras that do not face any internal private areas.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, [XXX] coffee [pod] machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, [electric/gas] oven and [electric/induction/gas] cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There is a wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioner in the upstairs Kitchen/Dining/Living room, ceiling fans in Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3, wall mounted electric heating in all bedrooms, plus [XX] additional stand-alone heaters and fans which can be used where required. The home has a Coonara-style wood heater (some wood provided to get you started).
Bedding Configuration
This home has 6 beds and 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 11 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): One King bed
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): One Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): One Tri-bunk, and Two Single mattresses
Please note: The Tri-bunk has a double bed base with a single bed above it.
There is also a Double sofa bed in the Upstairs Living Room suitable for 2 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 - 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, irrespective of whether school-leavers are part of the official Schoolies Program. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process. Local council restrictions are in place for this property, and compliance is mandatory.
