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Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath

Experience a holiday haven where laughter flows freely. Unwind on the covered patio or explore nearby beaches and parks.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, DVD player, offices
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath

Summary:
Finding the perfect getaway in Cowes has never been this easy! Welcome to Kookaburra Hideaway, the ideal home for your next holiday to Phillip Island. This family and pet-friendly rental has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and comfortably accommodates 8 guests. Beautiful living spaces, an upgraded kitchen, private bedrooms, and a huge backyard entertaining area provide plenty of space for everyone to feel at home. With proximity to the beach added in, there is no better place to spend your next holiday.

The Space:
Kookaburra Hideaway is tucked away in a lovely residential neighbourhood, wonderful for families with children or those looking for a quiet place to retreat. Indoors, the spacious two-story residence provides all the comfortable features holiday travellers are looking for and the surrounding outdoor entertaining patio and lawns are brilliant for children’s play or even keeping an eye out for a visiting kookaburra or two.

A modern kitchen full of natural light is nicely equipped for cooking complete meals, with a pass-through to the covered patio for easy serving to the outdoor dining area. The adjacent cozy living room features a Smart TV for streaming your favorite shows or hosting a family movie night.

Each of the 4 bedrooms is styled with soothing tones to relax both the mind and body. Adults have their choice of king, queen, and double beds and the kids always have a great time sleeping in the bunk room. A safety gate securely closes off the top of the stairs for peace of mind when little ones are in residence.

Need to check in with the office or finish up an assignment? Virtual commuters and students alike will appreciate the quiet dedicated workspace on the second floor and blazing fast Wi-Fi throughout the home.

Outdoor entertaining is quite fun here, with a large, covered patio that has dining for 8 and a comfortable conversation area. Grill dinner in the shade on the BBQ or relax with a refreshing drink on the couch while keeping an eye on the kids playing in the fully fenced backyard.

On Property Amenities Include:
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the house
• Comprehensive housewares package + standard small appliances
• Highchair available
• Fresh linens and bath essentials for every guest
• In-residence washer and dryer
• Stocked propane BBQ grill
Phillip Island is well known for its natural beauty and Cowes is a wonderful beach town for families and couples looking to get away for a nice holiday. In addition to the home’s amazing features, the property is a short drive from all the renowned parks, beaches, family-friendly experiences, and penguin parades Phillip Island is known for. Must see highlights include Phillip Island Nature Parks, Antarctic Journey, Rhyll’s boardwalks, and historic Churchill Island.

Guest Access:
The guest can get access to the property through a Lockbox with keys to the house

Other Things to Note:
Kookaburra Hideaway has a private driveway, accommodating parking for up to 2 vehicles. Additional vehicles may park on the street, however, please do not block or park in neighbouring driveways.

There is a $30 surcharge per pet for all pets of any type/size. Host must be notified at the time of booking if you intend to bring a pet. Guests bringing unauthorized pets on property may be assessed a penalty.

We hope you have lots of laughter and fun times during your holiday! However, as Kookaburra Hideaway is in a residential area guests must be mindful and keep noise to a minimum, especially during nighttime hours.

If you want to stay active during your holiday, in partnership with Phillip Island Gym we are offering 30% on Casual and Week Passes. Use our code on request.

For a quick wash/dry of clothes, we offer 15% discount at Phillip Island Laundromat. Code on Request.

Interaction with Guests:
The host is available through the platform, or by phone in case of emergencies

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3122 sq ft (290 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

61a70aaf02aad000359a5756

About the neighborhood

Map
Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 8 min walk
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 4 min drive
  • A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive
  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Maggie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath located?

Situated in Cowes, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Nature Park. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Kookaburra Hideaway 4-Bed 2-Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Nice family home, great host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house. Very comfortable and nicely furnished, fabulous deck, massive backyard. It’s also in a great spot with a short under 10 min walk to the most peaceful beach. Loved it and hope to come back again one day. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property but a little inaccurate with the listing.
Pros: The location was great, walkable to a local beach. Great outdoor patio. Good hotwater system. House was clean and well maintained. Internet was strong but weak out on the patio. Weber BBQ was clean and in good order. Cons: House was smaller than expected (wide angle lenses in listing photos) TV reception was constantly dropping signal. Has a settop box receiver than always needed fiddling to get get signal. Settop remote never worked, had to manually change channels (no instructions provided). Cook top was induction and there were only 2 induction pots that were suitable. All other pots did not work with the cooktop. Weber BBQ, but no tongs, but has a flipper utensil only. Was advised there was a room on ground floor, but all rooms were upstairs (elderly parents struggled with the stairs) Advised there were fans in all rooms, no fans in the house were found. Owner offered to supply fans through email communication , but never delivered as promised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kavita Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing home that's bright and light
We had an absolutely wonderful stay! There was some confusion with the key code but host was available via phone on first ring to assist (suggest noting their number down before arriving as mobile coverage caused us to be stuck for a while with slow connection to log in and access their number). House was as advertised. Everything we needed and expected was available, nothing required heavy cleaning before use. Designed for families with young kids inclusive as I felt safe for my toddler to run around the back and the rest of house as there were gates and fences that would stop them from accessing anywhere unsafe. It's definitely a wonderful home away from home, in an excellent location. Will be saving this as favourite for returning for future visits to the island!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable get away weekend
A family of 6 adults celebrating a 60th birthday enjoyed a lovely long weekend at this well presented accommodation. Communication and check in was seamless, Mathijs communicated with timely emails from the time of booking; we did not need to contact him because everything was well catered for. A fully fenced back yard meant our pooch was secure, whilst we enjoyed sitting out on the undercover deck watching the visiting kookaburras (the hammock was well used). The induction cooktop took a bit of getting used to (make sure you use the correct pots). The lounge area has comfortable couches and the dining area seats 8; we all agreed the beds were comfortable and we all slept well. I would imagine the bedrooms which are all situated upstairs, getting warm in Summer, and there are no fly screens on any windows however there is a central air conditioner in the upstairs sitting area (as well as downstairs) that works very well. We would happily stay here again. Thank you Mathijs for your wonderful hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house in a quiet spot
We had a great time at this property. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the place and it has all the comforts of home. The location is within an easy stroll to the beach and an easy drive to Cowes. I would highly recommend this property to other families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023