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Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Cowes, Victoria
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas

About the home

"Echidna Hollow" is a family friendly single level home with 3 separate living areas in Cowes, just a short drive from the beach, and restaurants, cafes and supermarkets of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:

Indoor Areas

This expansive home offers a Master bedroom with en-suite (with double vanity, shower and separate toilet), a separate laundry, central open plan kitchen (with walk through pantry) opening into the generous sized dining and family room (with smart TV). Close by is the separate 2nd living (or sitting) room and nearer the front of the home is TV room (with smart TV). Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 all have BIR and close access to the main bathroom (with bath and shower) and separate powder room.

With the table tennis table (in the garage), dozens of DVD's, lots of family games, puzzles and books plus plenty of space to spread out, large families will be easily entertained.

Outdoor Areas

The rear covered outdoor entertaining area (with gas BBQ & seating for 6) provides the perfect place to enjoy time with friends and family, and overlooks the fully enclosed side & rear yard - perfect for kids. The Double garage (with fold up table tennis table) has internal access to the home as well as direct access to the fully rear yard, and provides parking for 2 cars, with space for another 2 vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in the driveway.

Kitchen

The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, etc, plus a double sink, large walk-through pantry, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cook top.

Heating/Cooling Systems

The entire home is serviced by a ducted reverse cycle air-conditioner unit.

Bedroom Configuration

This home has 8 beds, plus 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 14 guests:

Bedroom 1: One Queen bed
Bedroom 2: One Queen bed
Bedroom 3: One Single bed, one Tri-bunk and one Single Trundle bed
Bedroom 4: One Tri-bunk

The front Living room has a Queen sofa/divan that is suitable for two adults or children.

Please note: The Tri-bunks have a double bed base with a single bed above it.

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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Enjoy features like laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and a few minutes from Cowes Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find an arcade/game room, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas Cowes
Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas Private vacation home
Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas Private vacation home Cowes
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Echidna Hollow - with 3 living areas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sulochana G.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely!

Pro: Love the house. Huge areas. Great appliances, books, games. Plenty of storage areas. Enjoyed the stay. Con: Windows in bedroom can rattle in high winds so some getting used to, some dust and stains on furnitures. Overall: Great house and value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katie R.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rozanne P., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend was thoroughly enjoyable

Had the most wonderful weekend with our school friends. Home is well appointed and equipped with the basics. Spacious and clean. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SALLY B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place with plenty of room for all the family

Great place for all of us (10) loads of games for kids. Large lounge room perfect for a movie night. Thanks for our stay… hope to be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022