Title: Bay Retreat in Cowes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=7306&destination=Cowes%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=96535344&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bay Retreat in Cowes ## Photo gallery for Bay Retreat in Cowes ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bay Retreat in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96540000/96535400/96535344/bd13d47c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bay Retreat in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96540000/96535400/96535344/ca528b34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, table tennis, books - Bay Retreat in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96540000/96535400/96535344/88e5d0c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bay Retreat in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96540000/96535400/96535344/5624afbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet - Bay Retreat in Cowes (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96540000/96535400/96535344/bc18aef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Cowes, Bay Retreat offers a cozy haven for families and friends. Stroll to the nearby beach or enjoy quality time in this charming home with its fully equipped kitchen, smart TV & DVD Player in the Family Room, and a covered Alfresco perfect for barbecues. With comfortable bedrooms and spacious living areas, you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bay Retreat in Cowes About the home “Bay Retreat” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a comfortable walk from the beach and short drive from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below: Indoor Areas The Main Bedroom at the front of the home has a walk-through robe and ensuite (with shower & toilet). The central hallway leads past a Family Room (with smart TV & DVD Player) to the open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (with TV) which in turn provides access to the covered Alfresco. Bedrooms 2 and 3 (each with BIR) are off the main Living Room, as is the main Bathroom (with shower & bath) and a separate toilet. The fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine) is accessed from the Kitchen. The double Garage has internal access into the home, plus direct access to the rear yard. Outdoor Areas The covered rear Alfresco (with table & seating for 8, an outdoor couch, TV and gas BBQ) overlooks the fully enclosed rear yard which is perfect for children. The double Garage has a table tennis table, bar fridge and the clothes dryer, plus space for one car, with additional space for 2 more cars in the driveway. Kitchen The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine, toaster, kettle, air fryer, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, gas oven and gas cook top. There is also a bar fridge in the Garage. Heating/Cooling Systems There is a wall mounted reverse cycle split-system in the Family room, two ceiling fans in the Dining/Living Room and one ceiling fan in Bedroom 1, plus two additional stand-alone heaters and one stand-alone fan which can be used where required. Bedding Configuration This home has 5 beds, plus 1 mattress, accommodating up to 8 guests: Bedroom 1: One Queen bed Bedroom 2: One Double bed Bedroom 3: One set of Single Bunks and one King Single bed There is a Single bed mattress in Bedroom 2 that can be used in the Family Room and is 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 transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/a45bed57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island Cowes - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Parking included 8.2 Very Good 1,001 reviews $137 nightly $151 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=5372178&PinnedHotelID=5372178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Two-Bedroom Villa | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4660000/4651500/4651433/b16657a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amaroo Holiday Park Cowes - 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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 48\_361 ## About the neighborhood Located in Cowes, this vacation home is near the beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale-watching. [Visit our Cowes travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Cowes.dx7306) [View more Vacation Homes in Cowes](https://www.expedia.com/Cowes-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7306-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.46036%2C145.21540&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wpGTm2Ok0SPOPJJtNA38sC1JXbM=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![Phillip Island Coastal Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/9249882c-1552-46bf-89c2-110d24defc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Coastal Reserve 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Cowes Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/b6caeee4-093a-46e3-bef9-4fb94fa95d67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cowes Beach 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Phillip Island Wildlife Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608482/1326d61c-1424-41e0-ba9a-b25e95e7d7b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Wildlife Park 3 min drive \- 2.4 miles - ![Penguin Parade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244063/319783ec-4c47-479b-a7c5-d2c6b717be13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Penguin Parade 8 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit 8 min drive \- 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Baxter Station 73 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 5 min drive - SAYANG 4 min drive - Golden Fry Fish & Chips 5 min drive - Chapel Lane 4 min drive - Nat’s Fish And Chips 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bay Retreat in Cowes pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Bay Retreat in Cowes? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bay Retreat in Cowes? ### What time is check-out at Bay Retreat in Cowes? ### Where is Bay Retreat in Cowes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bay Retreat in Cowes Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mujtaba A. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything wa spotless and super clean. ##### Mujtaba A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025