Cowes, VIC, Australia

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.

8 guests
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms

Good to know

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 nearby, 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 a washing machine, dryer, and essentials ensures convenience during more extended stays. Down the second hallway, you’ll find three 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 on a residential street with permanent tenants nearby, so we rent to mature guests who will remain respectful of our neighbours. The house is to be used for relaxation-style holidaying; loud parties are prohibited.

House Rules

1. ACCEPTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY: By confirming the booking and paying any required deposit, you agree to these terms and are responsible for ensuring that all guests and visitors comply with them. 2. GUEST OCCUPANCY: Only registered guests may stay overnight. The maximum occupancy shown in the listing must not be exceeded. Unapproved additional guests may result in extra charges or immediate termination of the booking without refund, subject to applicable law. 3. CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT: Access and stay information will usually be sent three (3) days before arrival. Check-in and check-out times are stated in the listing and booking confirmation. Guests must depart on time, lock all doors and windows, and follow the leaving checklist. Late check-out fees may apply. 4. SECURITY BOND AND CHARGES: A security bond may apply. Guests must immediately report any damage, breakage or loss. Ready Set Stay may claim reasonable costs arising from damage, loss, excessive cleaning, noise complaints or a breach of these terms. Any remaining bond will generally be released or refunded within seven (7) days after check-out, subject to the payment provider’s processing time. 5. PARTIES AND NOISE: Parties and unauthorised functions are prohibited. Noise must be kept to a minimum, particularly after 8:00 pm Sunday to Thursday and after 10:00 pm Friday and Saturday. A serious or repeated breach may result in security attendance, loss of bond and/or eviction without refund, subject to applicable law. 6. COMPLAINTS AND SECURITY: Guests must not disturb, annoy or endanger neighbours, use fireworks, or use the property for any unlawful purpose. If a complaint is received, we will contact the phone number supplied with the booking. This number must remain current. If we cannot reach you within ten (10) minutes, or the issue continues, security may attend and a $300.00 plus GST call-out fee may be charged. 7. CONCERNS DURING THE STAY: Report any issue promptly during your stay and allow us a reasonable opportunity to resolve it. Refunds, including cleaning fees, will generally not be provided after check-out for an issue that was not reported during the stay. No refund is provided merely because a guest departs early or chooses not to stay. To the extent permitted by law, Ready Set Stay and the owner are not responsible for loss, damage or injury caused by matters outside their reasonable control or for personal items left behind. 8. SCHOOLIES: Schoolies groups must obtain approval before booking. Additional conditions, restrictions and/or a higher bond may apply. Failure to disclose a schoolies booking may result in cancellation without refund, subject to applicable law. 9. SECURITY MONITORING: The property may be subject to security patrols or lawful monitoring disclosed in the listing to help enforce house rules and protect guests, neighbours and the property. 10. VERIFICATION: Bookings are subject to successful guest verification. Guests must provide requested identification and complete all required checks. Failure to do so may result in the booking being declined or cancelled in accordance with the applicable cancellation terms and law. 11. LAWS AND CODES OF CONDUCT: Guests must comply with all applicable laws, council requirements, owners corporation rules and any local short-stay Code of Conduct, including rules relating to noise, parking, waste and behaviour. Breaches may result in charges, bond deductions, penalties or eviction without refund, subject to applicable law. 12. RIGHT TO ENTER AND TERMINATE: Where reasonably necessary for safety, urgent repairs, inspection following a suspected serious breach, or to confirm the property has been vacated, Ready Set Stay and/or the owner may enter the property as permitted by law. A material breach may result in termination and eviction. Any refund or retained amount will be determined under the booking terms and applicable law. 13. RISK AND INDEMNITY: Guests use the property, its contents and recreational facilities, including any pool or spa, at their own risk. To the extent permitted by law, guests indemnify Ready Set Stay and the owner against claims, damage or loss caused by the guest or their invitees. Nothing in these terms excludes rights or guarantees that cannot lawfully be excluded. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. 14. NO PERMANENT RESIDENCE: The property is provided for temporary accommodation only and must not be used as a permanent residence. 15. REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE: The property is supplied with the furniture, appliances and equipment stated or shown in the listing. Report faults promptly. We will take reasonable steps to arrange troubleshooting, repair or replacement but cannot guarantee immediate restoration where parts, trades or access are unavailable. Refunds or adjustments will be considered where required by applicable law. 16. PETS: Pets are permitted only where stated in the listing or approved in writing. Guests must supervise pets and clean up after them. Unless otherwise approved, pets must remain outside. Evidence of unauthorised indoor pets, damage or mess may result in reasonable cleaning or repair charges. 17. LINEN AND TOWELS: Check the listing to confirm what is included. Where linen hire is optional, request it at least seven (7) days before arrival, specify the beds required and pay the applicable fee. Late requests may not be accommodated. During peak periods, hired linen may be supplied but not placed on beds. Lost or damaged linen may be charged at reasonable replacement cost. 18. POOLS AND SPAS: Use is at guests’ own risk. Children must be actively supervised at all times. No glass is permitted in or around the pool or spa. Gates, covers and access points must be secured when not in use. Guests must follow all displayed safety instructions. 19. ALCOHOL: Alcohol must be consumed responsibly. Disruptive, unsafe or unlawful behaviour may result in security attendance or eviction without refund, subject to applicable law. 20. GUEST RESPONSIBILITIES: a. Leaving: Follow the leaving checklist, remove personal belongings, dispose of rubbish correctly and leave the property reasonably clean and tidy. b. Smoking: Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside. Evidence of indoor smoking or vaping may incur a $350.00 cleaning and deodorising fee, or the reasonable cost incurred if different. c. Furniture: Do not rearrange furniture. Guests are responsible for damage or costs caused by moving it. d. Keys, Remotes and Fobs: Lost keys may incur a $150.00 replacement fee. Lost remotes, fobs or swipes may incur a $250.00 replacement fee. A $100.00 call-out fee may apply if keys are locked inside. Charges may be adjusted to the reasonable cost actually incurred. e. Lost Property: Retrieval is $25.00 plus postage for standard items. Larger or difficult-to-retrieve items may cost more. f. Bins: Use the correct bins and report bins that are already full on arrival. Reasonable excess-waste charges may apply. g. Unforeseen Disruptions: To the extent permitted by law, Ready Set Stay is not responsible for disruptions outside its reasonable control, including building works, facility closures, power outages, lift failures or neighbouring activity.

Other Details to Note

This lovely home offers: Swimming pool Great entertaining area Outdoor BBQ Outdoor furniture Unlimited WIFI Light-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

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Children's books and toys
  • Crib
  • High chair
  • Travel crib

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Private living room
  • Single level home No stairs in home
  • Free street parking

Location features

  • Garden view
  • Laundromat nearby
  • Pool view
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Street view

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Heating and cooling

  • Portable fans

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

The neighbourhood is safe and family friendly. Your guest guidebook/house manual (linked in your welcome message) also includes recommendations on things to do in the area, dining options, and local attractions. A QR code for the manual is also available at the property. If you need any guidance, reach out to our team, we are happy to help.

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.

Reviews

Clare
October 2025
This place was incredible. Stayed with our 1yo and 4yo and they provided a high chair, portacot and had kids plates and cutlery. They also had a little bookcase and some toys for younger kids which were a hit, plus a cute cubby and some outside toys. It was incredibly keen, had a super comfy couch, in a nice quiet spot. There wasn’t heating/cooling in all of the bedrooms which was fine for us but something to consider in the hotter/colder months. Short drive to all of the fun things on Phillip island. We would love to stay again during the summer months to make the most of the beautiful pool!

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