Starfish Sands, a 4-bedroom haven near Cowes beach and shops, offers a relaxing retreat. Enjoy the upstairs front balcony with electronic shade awning, or unwind by the solar-heated in-ground pool. The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking essentials and coffee machine.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
The current price is ¥69,496
¥69,496
¥69,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
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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.
Starfish Sands in Cowes
About the home
"Starfish Sands" is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, two storey town house, very close to the Cowes beach and shops. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below:
Indoor Areas
Downstairs you will find bedroom 3 (with TV and DVD player) and bedroom 4 (with access to the rear yard), a laundry in the foyer, the main bathroom (with bath, shower and toilet) and internal access to the garage.
Upstairs is the large open plan kitchen, dining/living room (with a 75 inch smart TV) which provides access to the upstairs front balcony. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are also upstairs, each with a BIR and another bathroom (with shower and toilet).
Outdoor Areas
There are outdoor tables and chairs on the upstairs balcony as well as in the downstairs enclosed yard. The double Garage (with internal access into the home and foldup table tennis table) provides space for 2 cars. The shared facilities available include a solar-heated in-ground pool and shady BBQ area, plus some additional communal parking spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kitchen
The fully appointed kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a sink, fridge, dishwasher, electric oven and cook top.
Heating/Cooling Systems
The home has 2 x wall mounted reverse cycle A/C units - one in the upstairs living room and the other in the downstairs foyer. There’s also a ceiling fan in both of the upstairs bedrooms.
Bedding Configuration
This home has 8 beds, accommodating up to 11 guests:
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): 1 x Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Downstairs): 1 x Tri-bunk bed Bedroom 4 (Downstairs): 2 x Sets of Single bunks
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, irrespective of whether school-leavers are part of the official Schoolies Program. 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
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Table tennis
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)
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
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
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 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
Property is also known as
48_188
About the neighborhood
Located in Cowes, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve, while National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Leisure Centre and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and wildlife walks. Visit our Cowes travel guide
How much does it cost to stay at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
As of Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starfish Sands in Cowes on Mar 19, 2026 start from ¥69,496, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Starfish Sands in Cowes?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Starfish Sands in Cowes located?
This family-friendly Cowes vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 15 minutes.
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Starfish Sands in Cowes Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Highly recommend this property for your next stay in Cowes
The property was very easy to access and in a great location, close to shops, restaurants and the beach. The house was very spacious and clean, and it was great that we were able to have use of the washing machine and dryer and other appliances, as it made it easier for us all to have it available to us throughout our stay. There was plenty of things to do, especially for the adults, with access to games and WiFi. Highly recommend this property for your next family vacation in Cowes!