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# Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay

Holiday home in Cowes with private pool and kitchen

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120235400/120235308/ab1aaaa2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120235400/120235308/8de9d670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120235400/120235308/7493dfc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120235400/120235308/w2596h1731x4y3-5ad9baf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120235400/120235308/0dde2b74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

-   Overview
-   Amenities
-   Policies
-   Location

Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

### Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

## Popular amenities

-   Dryer
    
-   Parking available
    
-   Pool
    
-   Washer
    
-   Barbecue grill
    
-   Free WiFi
    

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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.

### Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay

Nestled in a tranquil pocket of Cowes, Malabar Retreat offers the perfect escape for families and friends seeking rest, relaxation, and a taste of the very best that Phillip Island has to offer.  
  
Enjoy the expansive outdoor oasis, complete with a pool, BBQ, and an inviting entertaining area. Ideal for long summer days and memorable evenings together.  
  
With four spacious bedrooms accommodating up to 8 guests, the home is thoughtfully designed to combine comfort, style, and convenience.  
  
Location is everything, and Malabar Retreat truly delivers. Just a short stroll from the Golf Club and only minutes by car to Cowes lively main street, you’ll have easy access to cafés, restaurants, and boutique shops. For nature lovers, pristine beaches and scenic walking trails are close at hand, making it the perfect base for both relaxation and adventure.  
  
Step inside to discover the heart of the home, a light filled open plan living area where the kitchen, dining, and lounge flow seamlessly together. It’s an ideal space for shared meals and conversations. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare family feasts or quick bites, while the dining table and comfortable lounge provide plenty of room for everyone to come together.  
  
The master bedroom welcomes you with its spacious layout and a private ensuite featuring a large shower and toilet.  
  
Off the kitchen, a well-appointed laundry with washing machine, dryer, and essentials ensures convenience during longer stays.  
  
Down the second hallway you’ll find 3 additional bedrooms and the main bathroom, complete with bath, shower, and toilet, perfect for families with children or groups of friends. With four bedrooms in total, everyone has their own private haven to rest and recharge.  
  
The alfresco area is a standout, offering outdoor seating and a BBQ for relaxed dining under the open sky. The real highlight, however, is the swimming pool, ideal for cooling off on warm days, letting the kids splash about, or simply soaking up the sun by the landscaped surrounds that enhance the home’s peaceful, holiday atmosphere.  
  
Guests can enjoy the convenience of both garage and driveway parking. A secure garage and spacious driveway provide plenty of parking options during your stay, with ample space available for your vehicles.  
  
Whether you’re here for a relaxing family holiday, a weekend with friends, or to explore all that Phillip Island has to offer, Malabar Retreat is the perfect base for your stay. With its spacious layout, great amenities, and unbeatable location, it’s a place you’ll want to return to again and again.  
  
The house is in a residential street with surrounding permanent tenants, so we only rent to mature guests who will remain respectful to our neighbours. The house is to be used for relaxation-style holidaying; loud parties are prohibited.  
  
This lovely home offers:  
Swimming pool  
Great entertaining area  
Outdoor BBQ  
Outdoor furniture  
Unlimited WIFI  
Lighted-filled open-plan kitchen/living/dining  
Dishwasher, microwave and oven  
Highchair, travel cot, toys and books for kids  
Smart TV  
Washing machine and dryer  
Parking available  
  
HEATING  
Reverse cycle heating in Open Plan Living Area  
Reverse cycle heating in Room 1  
  
COOLING  
Reverse cycle cooling in Open Plan Living Area  
Reverse cycle cooling in Rooms 1 and 4  
Pedestal Fans in Room 2 and Room 3  
  
GUEST ACCESS  
This home sleeps 8 guests across 4 bedrooms.  
  
Bedroom 1 – 1x King bed  
Bedroom 2 – 2x Single beds  
Bedroom 3 – 2x Single beds  
Bedroom 4 – 1x Queen bed  
  
All linens and towels will be included for your convenience. Lost or damaged hired linen/towels may incur costs.  
  
We ask all guests to please clean the BBQ after use, or a $50 fee will be charged.  
  
There are security cameras located by the front door and inside the garage.  
  
NEIGHBOURHOOD  
The neighbourhood is safe and family-friendly. There is a guest guidebook at the home with recommendations on what to do in the area; this gives dining options and local attractions suggestions. Please let us know if you would like a copy of this before your stay, and email us your email address. If you need any advice, we are happy to assist.  
  
GETTING AROUND  
There is parking available for your stay. We can provide parking information if required. Please ask us any questions.  
  
ADDITIONAL RULES  
Strictly no schoolies, parties or events. Mature guests only. The property is patrolled by security. If neighbours complain or the police are called, this could affect your bond and we reserve the right to evict guests.  
  
Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed.  
  
Read and accept our terms and conditions—the Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rule applies.  
  
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS  
Access details will be available for you to enter directly at the home. Therefore, unfortunately, we do not get a chance to meet, but this provides a simple and convenient way for you to enter and depart the house quickly. We can be contacted via the booking platform anytime during your stay, and we will send you our office number if you need us urgently. We want to ensure your stay is enjoyable. Thank you.

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

-   Outdoor pool
    
-   Private pool
    

### Internet

-   Available in the house: Free WiFi
    

### Parking and transport

-   Onsite parking options include a garage
    

### Kitchen

-   Coffee/tea maker
    
-   Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    
-   Dishwasher
    
-   Electric kettle
    
-   Hob
    
-   Microwave
    
-   Oven
    
-   Refrigerator
    
-   Toaster
    

### Dining

-   Dining table
    

### Bedrooms

-   4 bedrooms
    
-   Bedsheets provided
    

### Bathroom

-   2 bathrooms
    
-   Bathtub or shower
    
-   Hair dryer
    
-   Shower
    
-   Toilet paper
    
-   Towels provided
    

### Living spaces

-   Dining table
    

### Entertainment

-   Books
    
-   TV
    

### Outdoor areas

-   Barbecue grill
    
-   Outdoor furniture
    
-   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 a health/beauty spa
    
-   Near the marina
    

### Things to do

-   Cycling nearby
    
-   Fishing nearby
    
-   Golfing nearby
    
-   Jet skiing nearby
    
-   Kayaking nearby
    
-   Parasailing nearby
    
-   Rafting nearby
    
-   Sailing nearby
    
-   Scuba diving nearby
    
-   Snorkelling nearby
    
-   Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
    
-   Swimming nearby
    
-   Water skiing nearby
    
-   Water tubing nearby
    
-   Wildlife walks nearby
    
-   Winery tours nearby
    

### Safety features

-   No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
    
-   Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    
-   Fire extinguisher
    
-   Deadbolt lock
    

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

### Rules

Strictly no schoolies, parties, or events. Mature guests only. Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed.

Read and accept our terms and conditions. Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rules applies.

There are security cameras located by the front door and inside the garage.

### Pets

Pets not 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a deadlock

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

## 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 A Maze'N Things. Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

[Visit our Cowes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cowes.dx7306)

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Cowes, VIC

### What's nearby

-   Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
    
-   Cowes Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
    
-   A Maze'N Things - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
    
-   Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
    
-   Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
    

### Getting around

-   Somerville Station - 74 min drive
    

### Restaurants

-   ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬4 min drive
    
-   ‪G’day Tiger - ‬3 min drive
    
-   ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
    
-   ‪La Porchetta - ‬3 min drive
    
-   ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
    

## Frequently asked questions

### Does Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay have a pool?

> Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

### Is Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay pet-friendly?

> No, pets are not allowed at this property.

### What time is check-in at Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay?

> Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

### What time is check-out at Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay?

> Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

### Where is Malabar Retreat by Ready Set Stay located?

> Situated in Cowes, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Silverleaves Beach, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Cowes Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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