
Beachfront vacation rentals in Cowes
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Total vacation rentals
Explore 60 vacation rentals in Cowes

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Cowes vacation rentals start at $90 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
50 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
50 of Cowes vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Cowes rentals

4.7 Average rating
Cowes stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Cowes's top spots, include Phillip Island Wildlife Park, Cowes Beach, and Red Rocks Beach
Top-rated beachfront rentals in Cowes
Guests agree: these beachfront homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Stonesthrow Beachouse - 1 minute walk to Beach•
Cowes Beach Retreat – 50m to the Beach, Walk to Town! Escape to this charming Beach House, just 50m from the Cowes Bay Beach and a short stroll to the Cowes shops, cafés and restaurants! Enjoy the open-plan living, a fully equipped kitchen, cozy bedrooms, and a spacious outdoor deck with a BBQ. With heating, cooling, and plenty of secure off street parking, it’s perfect for families or couples. Close to the Penguin Parade, wineries, and wildlife parks, it’s your ideal Phillip Island getaway!!!
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Superb Beachfront Shack in Cowes
'Edgewater' is a unique beachfront property in a superb location on Red Rocks Beach. Recently updated this quaint 3 bdm fibro beach shack is set on a sprawling half acre block. It's stunning water views are best appreciated from the large gazebo fully equipped with an outdoor TV & fireplace, pool table, speakers, dining table, couches & BBQ. The yard has a tree house and slide making it a perfect getaway for young families. It is also fully fenced -ideal for including your pooch on your getaway.
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Coastal Charm: 3BR beach house with sauna
Just steps from your door at Coastal Charm, the scenic beach boardwalk beckons. This serene 3BR retreat is perfectly equipped with a modern kitchen, inviting indoor and outdoor dining areas, & a cozy living space ideal for social gatherings. Start your day with a sauna & coffee on the deck overlooking the garden, and end it with a BBQ under the stars. Ideal for relaxing family vacations or a fun-filled seaside getaway with friends, this home seamlessly combines coastal charm with modern comforts
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Back Beach House
Light, bright and spacious. From the moment you walk in you'll feel calm and relaxed. Fire up the wood fire or simply press a button for instant warmth or cool. Comfy Koala mattresses on beds also equipped with electric blankets. Clean, white stone bench tops and a large cooktop and oven if eating-in is your plan. Stylish and comfortable living spaces. Streamlined bathroom and ensuite, each with a large glass-walled shower. Enjoy the grassy front deck area or sit around the fire pit at the back.
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Foreshore barefoot beachouse BBQ, wallabies +waves
Family Foreshore Beach House. Tucked at the end of a quiet culdesac this relaxed foreshore hideaway is made for barefoot holidays. Wander to rock pools, play on the lawn, watch wallabies graze and kookaburras laugh in the trees or gather on the deck as the BBQ sizzles and waves roll in. Two living areas give families space to spread out while cosy bedrooms invite slow mornings with sea views. A fully equipped kitchen makes longer stays and entertaining a breeze your island home away from home
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Stone's Throw Beachside, View, Netflix, WIFI
FREE NETFLIX, WIFI, PARKING, SPA, LINEN Romantic retreat. Grnd floor with combined b'room/living & b'room/kitchen. Easy check-in Quiet beach, kid's playground, & picnic area across road Walk to pier, main St. 15 mins by car to Penguins. Free tea, plunger coffee, sugar, milk, spreads, oil, paper towels, plastic wrap, salt/pepper, soap, sham/conditioner, lotion, bubble bath. Self-catered. Kettle, coffee plunger, toaster, cooktop, microwave. NO OVEN. Shared laundry outside W/D $8 NO SCHOOLIES
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Private Beachfront Oasis
**Please note property description regarding guest numbers (specifically seperate cottage & house use)** @watersedgephillipisland Our oasis is a quiet gem nestled among century old Manuka trees boasting some of the best sunset views on Phillip Island. A quiet close knit neighbourhood, the property is a cosy retreat that soaks up the northern views with ample indoor cover for the cooler months. Groups of 4 people will be for the main house, 5+ people will be booking for the house+cottage.
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The Vines Beach House Cowes - Stroll to the beach
This renovated 4 bedroom home is only a 200 metre stroll through a nature reserve to Cowes beach, Red Rock beach and Ventnor. The expansive 10 metre deck under the wisteria vines enjoys a view to the sea from strategically positioned bar-stools, with an adjacent cosy outdoor dining area for 8 people. This coastal Hamptons boho escape has been stylishly decorated with brand new furnishings, a new farmhouse open plan kitchen & dining connected to the living room, and two very large bathrooms.
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Phillip Islands' Best Escape - absolute beachfront
*Winter 2026 special 20% discount - check in early, out late* A house in a very special place! Between house and beach there's nothing but grass, bush, wallabies and rabbits. Enjoy the view from the roof deck or from level 1. Features everything new as of 2020 - beds, TVs, furniture, bedding, kitchen utensils. 2 large living areas each with huge TVs. The master bedroom also has a TV - along with a walk-in-robe, ensuite and office/retreat. Pool table/log fire ensure you love it in winter.
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Water views on the beach
This beautifully appointed modern, bright and spacious 2 bedroom home is located on the beachfront at Ventnor, Phillip island, with uninterrupted water views. The residence is fully self contained, private with a separate entrance from the attached main house. It has its own courtyard at the back and abundant grass area at the front leading to the beautiful beach. Single level, very spacious, fully heated & air conditioned. No groups over 6/parties/schoolies. Manager next door 24 hrs.
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The Cottage - Poet's Corner | Couples Retreat
Unwind at our delightful Poet's Corner cottage on Phillip Island, where refined comfort blends effortlessly with beachside charm. This inviting retreat offers a luxurious queen bed, a modern, fully equipped kitchen, a sleek fireplace, and a secluded garden accented by a soothing water feature. With lively cafés nearby and stunning coastal trails within easy reach, it’s an ideal haven for guests craving both relaxation and exploration. Every space reflects thoughtful craftsmanship..
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Absolute Ocean Frontage"Oceans 180"
"Oceans 180" a Superb, brand new 4 bedroom home designed to maximize what are arguably the best ocean views of any property on Phillip Island. Uninterrupted 180 degree view of Bass Strait from Pyramid Rock to Cape Woolamai! Well suited for any type of get together, perfect for multiple family holidays. RATE SPECIAL:- Mid week special Tuesday to Thursday for 2 guests using just upstairs, excludes public holidays and school holidays, send enquiry for pricing details.
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Popular amenities for Cowes beachfront rentals
Pet-friendly beachfront home rentals

Phillip Island. Surf Beach. Fast Wifi. A+ location
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SaltHouse - Phillip Island
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Waterfront Seabreeze Cowes
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The Old Library - 4pm check out Sundays*
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Pet Friendly Phillip Island Boathouse
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House on Halcyon - Gateway to Phillip Island
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Couples beach retreat & bring the dog
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Rhyll Waterfront Retreat: Panoramic Sea Views
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Beachfront home rentals with a pool

Acre's Rest
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2-Bedroom Beachfront Villa at Kaloha, Cowes
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Beach at Red Rocks! - with heated Swim Spa!
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Seas The Day
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COWES BEACHFRONT RETREAT - WiFi + Netflix
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Beach Life at Cowes
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Phillip Island Escape on the Esplanade
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Stunning resort apartment
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Private beachfront home rentals

On The Rocks @ Red Rocks
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Relaxing 2 bedroom cottage with beach frontage
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The Barefoot Beach House
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Kokomo- Beachfront Couples Spa Suite - Ocean Views
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Beachfront ground level apartment sunset view
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Maggie's Place - Rest, Relax, Rejuvenate
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Starfish - Phillip Island - Beachside
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Large 4 bedroom home only 2 min walk to beach
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When is the best time to visit Cowes?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $238 | $195 | $198 | $198 | $180 | $169 | $160 | $158 | $163 | $179 | $165 | $234 |
| Avg. temp | 68°F | 68°F | 66°F | 61°F | 56°F | 53°F | 51°F | 52°F | 55°F | 58°F | 61°F | 64°F |
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