A family-friendly stay in Cowes awaits you at this holiday home. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach within a 15-minute walk. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony 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 TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Cowes holiday home, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Ventnor Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Ventnor Bushland Reserve.
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cowes Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Ventnor Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Penguin Parade - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
Getting around
Baxter Station - 75 min drive
Restaurants
SAYANG - 4 min drive
Golden Fry Fish & Chips - 5 min drive
Chapel Lane - 5 min drive
Nat’s Fish And Chips - 5 min drive
La Porchetta - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Red Gum Beach Retreat
About the home
“Red Gum Beach Retreat” is a delightful double-storey family & pet friendly home in the Red Rocks area of Cowes, just a comfortable walk from the pet friendly beaches and short drive to the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
A central hallway provides access to Bedroom 2 and 3 (each with wardrobes & storage drawers), a Bathroom (with a shower over the bath & toilet), a Rumpus Room (with smart TV, Coonara-style wood heater plus plenty of kids toys & games) and through to the lovely bright large open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (with smart TV & bluetooth speakers). The Laundry (with washing machine) is accessed from outside the home. Upstairs is another large Living Room (with smart TV), Bedroom 1 (with BIR) and a Bathroom (with shower & toilet).
Outdoor Areas
The delightful rear semi-covered Outdoor Entertaining Area (with gas BBQ & seating for 6) overlooks the fully enclosed block, which is perfect for children and pets alike and even comes with a tree swing in the front yard. The upstairs covered Balcony (with a side table & seating for 2) also overlooks the rear yard. There is a Drive-through Single Carport (with table tennis table) and space for parking up to 5 cars in the Carport and driveway.
Please note: The home has a security camera on the front porch, facing the front driveway and front yard.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Gaggia Classic Espresso pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
There are two wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioners in the home; one in each of the upstairs Living room and the Downstairs Living/Dining Room, a Coonara-style wood heater in the Rumpus Room, and one additional stand-alone heater which can be used where required.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 7 beds, and 2 fold out beds, accommodating up to 10 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): One Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Downstairs): Two King Single beds Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): Two sets of Single bunks
There is a Double fold out bed in each of the upstairs and downstairs Living Rooms, each 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.
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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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Red Gum Beach Retreat?
Yep, Red Gum Beach Retreat is a short 11-minute walk from Cowes Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at Red Gum Beach Retreat?
As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Gum Beach Retreat on 24 Feb 2026 start from AU$556.0, excluding 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 Red Gum Beach Retreat have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Red Gum Beach Retreat 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 Red Gum Beach Retreat is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Gum Beach Retreat?
No, Red Gum Beach Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Red Gum Beach Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Red Gum Beach Retreat Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Tania C.
12 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Was a wonderful property, had lots of games and things to do. Only thing was not enough hearing, got quiet. My dogs are also small and could get under the house from the backyard, so that made things more difficult.