Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in Cowes, Phillip Island, VIC
I am a retired property improver and my wife worked in aged care prior to recent retirement We like to travel to warm reasonably quiet places where we can walk, dine out and sight-see.The house offered is our holiday home so we are very flexible as far as dates you may wish to use our place.Non simultaneous swap is very attractive to us We come to Queensland and to Tasmania every year
#6866
May 2011
11
Phillip Island is 140 kms from Melbourne Central, with a good mostly divided road. It is an island joined to the mainland by a bridge The island is famous for its fairy penguins,koalas,wallabies,and fur seals.Also there are pelicans at San Remo.There is a Grande Prix motor cycle event in October.
We are in Cowes West, which is about one km from a very safe north facing beach.
It is our holiday home and has a sunny, open plan with decks. There is a split system air conditioner and ceiling fans ,double garage, bbq and outdoor setting. Bicycles, and table tennis table.
We are within walking distance from a General Store.
Phillip Island also has its own island, which you can drive to across a causeway. This is the historical Churchill Island.
House
Heating, Bath, TV, DVD, Stereo, Fans, Microwave, Washing Machine, Coffee machine
Garden Yard, BBQ, Verandah, Deck, Lock Up Garage, Bicycle
Tasmania Australia
No
Yes
Non-simultaneous, Simultaneous
Short term (1-4 wks)
No
Children Welcome, No Smoking
Family holiday, Sea change
Biking, Boating, Bushwalking, Fishing, Fossicking, Go Carts, Golf, Hiking, Jet Skiing, Kids Activities, Lawn Bowls, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Shopping, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Ten Pin Bowling, Water Skiing, Water Slides
Art Gallery, Cafes, Historical Sites, Museum, Night Clubs, Parks, Playing Fields, Public Library, Pubs/Bars, Restaurants, Zoo, Clubs [e.g. RSL], Live Music, Farmer's markets
The island which is joined to the mainland by a bridge is famous for its fairy penguins and Grand Prix Motor Cycling Race. It has lots of variety in its beaches including surf We are close to a north facing bay beach. There is a variety of other wildlife including fur seals wallabies and pelicans (San Remo)
Phillip Island also has its own island,Churchill Island,which is one of the oldest settlements in Victoria
Gymnasium, Bakery, Convenience Store, Pharmacy, Supermarket
Melbourne (140kms)
Melbourne (160kms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
There are 5 endorsements for this house swap member:
I have just had a very pleasant week in Phillip Island at Lloyd and Sharon's place. They have a charming small property which was very cosy with everything supplied. The house is in a lovely quiet spot just a few kilometres from the main attractions. Many thanks, Kate
Kate from MELBOURNE VIC (Feb 2021)
Thanks Lloyd and Sharon for a wonderful house swap. Your house is cool on the hot days and cosy on the cool days. Sleeping was really comfy. We had such a great time exploring Phillip Island. Met a multitude of wildlife. Enjoyed the serenity of the island. Many thanks Vicky and David
Vicky from Docklands VIC (Feb 2020)
We spent just over 2 weeks at Lloyd and Sharon's house at Cowes on Phillip Island. The house is located in a very quiet street but it is still close to all of the local attractions, the beach, and lots of places to walk. We were surprised at how many shops, cafes, and supermarkets there are on Phillip Island. It really is self-contained. A lovely breeze went through the house on warm days and it was warm and cosy with the windows closed on cooler days. The bed is so comfortable and it is so quiet at night, great for anyone who is a light sleeper. The house had everything we needed. We were sad when it was time to leave. Lloyd and Sharon always responded promptly to our communication which made it easy to arrange a great house swap. Our beach house was also treated with respect and left neat and tidy when Lloyd and Sharon stayed for their part of our house swap. We are very happy with everything, and love house swapping. Noel & Jenny.
Noel from Coolum Beach Sunshine Coast / Noosa QLD (May 2018)
This house on Phillip Island suited our needs perfectly. It was clean and comfortable and located not far from the town of Cowes. It was also very quiet and peaceful for a restful break. We can recommend it.
Joe and Rosie from PORT FAIRY, VIC (Mar 2016)
"Cowes House" has a homely atmosphere. It has a good location and there was so much to see and do on Phillip Island. We enjoyed our week there. Recommend.
Pat and Roger from Kingscote, SA (Feb 2016)
