Title: Purple Goose at Red Rocks 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 # Purple Goose at Red Rocks Family-friendly holiday home in Cowes ## Photo gallery for Purple Goose at Red Rocks ![TV, DVD player, video library, stereo - Purple Goose at Red Rocks (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96930000/96924100/96924065/ce5b3bcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Purple Goose at Red Rocks (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96930000/96924100/96924065/77ce2709.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Purple Goose at Red Rocks (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96930000/96924100/96924065/e1b69784.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet - Purple Goose at Red Rocks (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96930000/96924100/96924065/527f1feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Purple Goose at Red Rocks (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96930000/96924100/96924065/a3bedc6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Immerse yourself in the seaside charm of Purple Goose at Red Rocks, a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes. With its large open plan Living/Dining Room and cozy Coonara wood heater, this lovely home is perfect for relaxation. The fantastic large covered rear deck with gas BBQ and hammock is ideal for entertaining or unwinding after a day at Red Rocks beach. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £277 includes taxes & fees 8 Feb - 9 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. ### Purple Goose at Red Rocks About the home “Purple Goose at Red Rocks” is a delightful single-storey family home in Cowes just a comfortable walk from the Red Rocks beach and a short drive from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below: Indoor Areas The large open plan Living/Dining Room (with TV, DVD player, Google chrome, tower stereo, 2 x bean bags), provides access to the rear Deck, and flows through to the dual-entrance Kitchen. A Central Hallway leads to Bedroom 1 (with TV, DVD player & BIR), Bedroom 2 (with BIR) and Bedroom 3, the Bathroom (with shower & toilet), and the fully equipped Laundry (with washing machine & clothes dryer) which has a 2nd separate Toilet and additional access to the rear deck. Outdoor Areas The fantastic large covered rear deck (with gas BBQ, table & chairs for 8, 2 additional relax chairs and a hammock) is perfect for relaxing/entertaining, and overlooks the fully enclosed yard which is perfect for children and dogs alike (no cats please). The deck also features a convenient shower base with hot/cold water to wash off after the beach (for people & pets), and there is a large dog enclosure in the rear yard too (with bed & bowl provided). There is no access to the shed, but plenty of space for 2 cars on the front driveway and additional space for 1-2 more vehicles (cars and/or a boat) in the rear yard. Kitchen The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Aldi pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a double sink, fridge, dishwasher, gas oven and cook top. Heating/Cooling Systems There is a wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioner in the Living/Dining room, ceiling fans in the Living Room and Bedroom 1, plus three additional stand-alone fans and two portable heaters which can be used where required. Please note antique wood fire is decoration only and not for use Bedding Configuration This home has 4 beds, accommodating up to 7 guests: Bedroom 1: One King bed Bedroom 2: One Queen bed Bedroom 3: One Tri-bunk Please note: The Tri-bunk has 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and 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 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\_363 ## About the area Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching and wildlife walks. [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-38.45596%2C145.20172&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t7_TKa9V6zdJFX0Z-dAhMn596p8=) Cowes, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![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 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![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 7 min walk \- 0.4 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 6 min drive \- 4.0 miles - ![Penguin Parade showing bird life and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244063/319783ec-4c47-479b-a7c5-d2c6b717be13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Penguin Parade 9 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit 9 min drive \- 5.9 miles ### Getting around - Baxter Station 75 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 5 min drive - SAYANG 4 min drive - Chapel Lane 4 min drive - La Porchetta 5 min drive - Cafe Lugano 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Purple Goose at Red Rocks pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Purple Goose at Red Rocks? ### How much is parking at Purple Goose at Red Rocks? ### What time is check-in at Purple Goose at Red Rocks? ### What time is check-out at Purple Goose at Red Rocks? ### Where is Purple Goose at Red Rocks located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Purple Goose at Red Rocks Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Debra U. 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Ideal location to Red Rocks beach and a short drive into Cowes. Property was as described and perfect for a family and pet getaway. ##### Debra U. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna K. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very enjoyable Beautiful house close to beach, fur baby enjoyed, yard enclosed. ##### Shauna K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Purple Goose The property was in a great location, beautiful beach within walking distance, golf course within walking distance and nice quiet area, enjoyed our time there. ##### Andrew W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ---