Title: Cowes Family Retreat: Walk to Beach, Shops & Cafes – Large Yard for Kids! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cowes Family Retreat: Walk to Beach, Shops & Cafes – Large Yard for Kids! Holiday home in Cowes ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120879000/120878993/095b4361.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120879000/120878993/0af96e2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120879000/120878993/16d55660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120879000/120878993/w1170h769x0y0-5652d1a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120879000/120878993/2c36f452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Cowes Family Retreat: Walk to Beach, Shops & Cafes – Large Yard for Kids! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cowes Family Retreat: Walk to Beach, Shops & Cafes – Large Yard for Kids! 700m to Red Rocks Beach & 450m to Golf Course. Two-storey home with open-plan living and two separate decks for BBQs/sunsets. Features a Teenagers' Retreat downstairs. Fast Wi-Fi, Netflix, large yard. Tranquil, non-crowded street. Perfect for groups and families seeking comfort, space, and relaxation. Escape to this tranquil, two-storey family holiday home, perfectly set up for large families or groups of friends seeking comfort and convenience. We are your ideal base for a relaxing beach getaway, located only 700 metres from the pristine shores of Red Rocks Beach and a short 450-metre walk to the 9-Hole Golf Course. The Upper Floor (The Heart of the Home): Walk upstairs to the bright, open-plan living area, featuring: • Open-plan Living/Dining: Large, modern space for family meals and relaxation. • Fully Equipped Kitchen: Everything you need for group catering (full-sized fridge, oven, dishwasher, etc.).  • Seamless Indoor/Outdoor Flow: Sliding doors open to both the large front and rear sun-drenched decks. • Outdoor Entertainment: Enjoy an evening BBQ with a glass of wine, or watch the tranquil afternoon sunsets. • Master Suite: Features a comfortable bed, private ensuite bathroom, and walk-in robe. • Bedroom 2 and an adjacent Powder Room. The Lower Floor (The Teenagers' Retreat): The ground floor offers a perfect sanctuary with a separate entrance and space for the kids or those who need a little quiet time: • Teenagers’ Retreat Area: Modern furnishings and a dedicated chill-out zone. • Two Additional Bedrooms • Full Bathroom with separate toilet. • Full Laundry Facilities. Key Comforts & Features You'll Love: • Sleeps 10 Guests comfortably across 4 bedrooms. • Lightning-Fast Wi-Fi—Perfect for working remotely or streaming. • Entertainment: Watch Netflix on either of the two TVs or stream music to the upstairs Bluetooth stereo. • Large Fenced Backyard: Plenty of space for children to play, with shaded areas for summer BBQs. • Location: Red Rocks Road is known for its peaceful, low-traffic setting, offering a quiet retreat from the main Cowes crowds, even during peak events. "Red Rocks" offers peace, space, and complete relaxation so you can switch off and fully unwind in style. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117510000/117502200/117502167/d7f3ee38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Red Rocks | Near Beach | Pet Friendly + BBQ Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=117502167&PinnedHotelID=117502167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111420000/111416900/111416801/d722a86d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Bliss by Ready Set Stay Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=111416801&PinnedHotelID=111416801&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109530000/109520500/109520462/6181c4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Family Getaway in Cowes minutes from Beach Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=109520462&PinnedHotelID=109520462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107100000/107094200/107094183/fbe33f69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wyndham 4 Bedroom - Sleeps 9 Cowes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=107094183&PinnedHotelID=107094183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106242600/106242594/58b334ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sommerhuset by Ready Set Stay- A pet friendly beautiful home! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area Cowes is home to this holiday home. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Winery. Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting. 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Ventnor Beach and Ventnor Bushland Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cowes Family Retreat: Walk to Beach, Shops & Cafes – Large Yard for Kids! Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.