Title: Phillip Sunshine Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Phillip Sunshine Retreat Family-friendly holiday home in Cowes ## Photo gallery for Phillip Sunshine Retreat ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Phillip Sunshine Retreat (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89170000/89162700/89162641/5be46cb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Games room - Phillip Sunshine Retreat (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89170000/89162700/89162641/6761d4c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Phillip Sunshine Retreat (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89170000/89162700/89162641/980fdf54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet - Phillip Sunshine Retreat (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89170000/89162700/89162641/d66c419d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Phillip Sunshine Retreat (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89170000/89162700/89162641/1f18736c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Phillip Sunshine Retreat is a 6-bedroom haven in Cowes, boasting an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with smart TV. Unwind in the second central living room featuring a pool table and fuzbol table. With three bathrooms, laundry facilities, and multiple outdoor areas including a fully covered space for al fresco dining. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Parking available £542 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb ## 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. ### Phillip Sunshine Retreat About the home "Phillip Sunshine Retreat" is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Cowes only 120m from Thompson Avenue with all its shops, restaurants, cafe's etc. Some of the many features of this home are detailed below: Indoor Areas Downstairs is the open plan kitchen / dining / living room (with smart tv) plus a second large central living room (with pool table, fuzbol table & smart tv) . Off this central living room are bedrooms 1 - 4, plus two separate bathrooms (each with shower & toilet) and a separate laundry. Upstairs is bedroom 5 (with walk in robe) and bedroom 6 (with built in robe) and the third bathroom (with shower & toilet). Outdoor Areas There is a fully covered outdoor area just outside the living / dining room with seating for 10\. Parking for up to 3 cars is provided; one in the carport immediately outside the entrance to the home and 2 in designated parking bays in the visitor parking near the front of the block. The home is situated on the same block as 8 separate one-bedroom Villa's (Sunshine Retreat Villas 1-8) previously known as "Cottages for Two". Kitchen The fully appointed main kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, toaster, kettle, Aldi coffee pod machine, etc. plus a single sink, pantry, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top. Heating/Cooling Systems The home has 8 wall mounted reverse cycle heating & airconditioning units; one in each of the 6 bedrooms, plus one in each of the two living areas. Bedroom Configuration: This home has 14 beds, accommodating up to18 guests: Bedroom 1 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Downstairs) : Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 3 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed Bedroom 4 (Downstairs) : One Queen bed and One set of Single bunks Bedroom 5 (Upstairs) : Two sets of Single bunks Bedroom 6 (Upstairs) : One Queen bed 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### 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 - Billiards/pool table - 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) - 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### 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 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 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. ### Property is also known as 48\_254 ## About the area Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and whale watching. [Visit our Cowes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cowes.dx7306) [View more Holiday homes in Cowes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cowes-Private-Holiday-Homes.d7306-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.45571%2C145.23593&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4uaLLiUyslrgELGPTCXSiI5tys4=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![Cowes Beach showing general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/b6caeee4-093a-46e3-bef9-4fb94fa95d67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cowes Beach 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Cowes Beach featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153762729/9249882c-1552-46bf-89c2-110d24defc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Coastal Reserve 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Phillip Island Wildlife Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608482/1326d61c-1424-41e0-ba9a-b25e95e7d7b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Phillip Island Wildlife Park 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Phillip Island Ferry Dock 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Silverleaves Beach 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Baxter Station 72 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 13 min walk - SAYANG 3 min walk - Golden Fry Fish & Chips 13 min walk - Chapel Lane 10 min walk - Hotel Phillip Island 14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Phillip Sunshine Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Phillip Sunshine Retreat? ### How much is parking at Phillip Sunshine Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Phillip Sunshine Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Phillip Sunshine Retreat? ### Where is Phillip Sunshine Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Phillip Sunshine Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manoj K. 4 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Good for a big group ##### Manoj K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda C. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The property is great for large groups. However the entrance andoutside of the ##### Linda C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacki J. 19 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Phillip Is Sunshine Fantastic house. Close to the main street, everything we needed was close at hand. Can highly recommend this house. Thank you ##### Jacki J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shane T. 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Disappointing Luckily for us the weather in Cowes was pretty good so we didn’t spend a lot of time at the house. On the days it rained it exposed the multiple holes in the roof which appeared to have been there for sometime. We reported this and a guy came out and said, “they told me there was a report of a small leak” but this is much bigger than that” and we never saw him again. We also reported a leak from the dishwasher that was never attended too. Great location, but overall the property was a disappointment when you are paying 1,000 a night.. ##### Shane T. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### candace P. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### candace P. 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