A family-friendly stay in Cowes awaits you at this holiday home. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Cowes holiday home include Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Silverleaves Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Pino's Trattoria - 8 min walk
SAYANG - 12 min walk
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 8 min walk
Chapel Lane - 6 min walk
Hotel Phillip Island - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
El Penguini in Cowes
About the home
“El Penguini” is a delightful double-storey family home in Cowes just a short walk from the beach and supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Downstairs is an entry hall with a fully equipped european Laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer) that provides access to Bedroom 1 (with 31” TV, Chromecast & BluRay player), a Bathroom (with shower over bath & toilet), Bedroom 2 (with BIR, 31” TV & Chromecast) a Deck and internal access to the Double Garage. Upstairs is a large open plan Kitchen/Family/Dining Room providing access the first floor Balcony, an adjoining Living Room (with 41” TV, Chromecast & BluRay player), as well as Bedroom 3 (with BIR, 31” TV & Chromecast), a Bathroom (with bath & shower) and a separate Toilet.
Outdoor Areas
The ground floor Deck & Patio (with 4 seater table & 2 recliners) overlooks the grassy fully enclosed rear courtyard with dog kennel (please note, smaller dogs would be more suited to this space). The upstairs Balcony (with sunshade awning, gas BBQ, 6 chairs & 2 recliners) overlooks the shared facilities, including a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady communal BBQ area. There is a Double Garage (with foldup table tennis table & internal access to the home) that accommodates 2 cars plus some additional communal parking spots which are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Nespresso pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and induction cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There are wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners in all three Bedrooms and the upstairs Dining/Living Area, plus a ceiling fan in Bedroom 1.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 6 beds, and 2 sofa beds, accommodating up to 10 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): One Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): One Queen bed
There are also two small double sofa beds in the upstairs Living Room, each suitable for 1 adult or 2 small 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 (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.
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
48_436
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to El Penguini in Cowes?
Yep, El Penguini in Cowes is a short 3-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at El Penguini in Cowes?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Penguini in Cowes on 23 Apr 2026 start from AU$626, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does El Penguini in Cowes have a pool?
El Penguini in Cowes has a pool and a communal pool.
Is El Penguini in Cowes family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that El Penguini in Cowes is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Penguini in Cowes?
No, El Penguini in Cowes does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at El Penguini in Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
El Penguini in Cowes Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gayle C.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gayle C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan R.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable break
Lovely clean property, as described. Very comfortable. Position of property is great. Community barbecue was not clean, unfortunately. We would have made more use of the small barbecue downstairs but the outside light needs a new globe. Lock box for keys takes a bit of juggling.
Megan R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Gayle C.
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
El Penguini
Lovely stay and excellent location. Very appreciative to be able to take my dog and what was available for her. The other 2 adults were unable to come. Had difficulty with the tv in both the lounge and bedroom. Instructions on how to watch might have helped. Also difficult to get the keys out of the lockbox. Overall really enjoyed my stay.