8-17 The Esplanade, Cowes

This absolute beach front apartment, with magnificent balcony is located on the 2nd floor, right opposite the beach on the Esplanade at Cowes,
Walk quickly to all cafe's, restaurants and shops. The property does not have a lift and access is by stairs only. It has one car space.
Cook a meal while enjoying the views the Cowes main beach has to offer.
This is the perfect location for a family holiday or a weekend away for the adults.
Enjoy all of the local attractions Phillip Island has to offer all of which are closely accessible.
FREE WIFI NOW AVAILABLE
Sleeps 8
Bedroom 1 - 1 x Queen with ensuite
Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen
Bedroom 3 - 2 set of bunks, suitable for children.

NO LINEN SUPPLIED - Doonas with covers and pillows are supplied, however, YOU are required to bring your own LINEN, (top/bottom sheets, towels, bathmats and pillowcases) or you can hire these for an extra $25 per person. Please advise us if you wish to hire linen prior to arrival. Beds made up is an extra $15 per bed and must be advised a minimum of 7 days in advance of arrival. NOT PET FRIENDLY

GUEST TERMS AND CONDITIONS/HOUSE RULES/STRICTLY NO SCHOOLIES NO PARTIES!

STRICTLY no Schoolies, Bucks Parties, Hens Parties. It is a requirement of our owners to obtain number of guests staying at this property.

This property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual 'Schoolies Week' period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period.
If at any time we find you are accommodating more people than you have booked for, you will be evicted immediately and extra charges may apply. All bookings are subject to owner confirmation and approval.

You will be required to sign The Guest Registration Form and provide us with a copy of your Drivers Licence & Credit Card prior to your arrival OR on check in.

NON SMOKING POLICY: applies to all of our holiday rental properties both inside and outside the property - extra cleaning charges may apply for any butts found on the property.

Bookings - are accepted by First National in good faith as agents for the property owners. Bonds: Some properties charge a guest bond.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Upon booking a 50% deposit is payable immediately.
The total balance is payable 30 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation requests before the 30 days of arrival - 50% deposit will be refunded
Cancellations less than 30 days prior to arrival – No money will be refunded

KEY COLLECTION - All keys must be picked up and must be returned to our office in Cowes. You will be required to sign The Guest Registration Form and provide our office with a copy of your Drivers License & Credit Card prior to your arrival OR on check in.
AFTER HOURS KEY COLLECTION MUST BE ARRANGED WITH US THE DAY BEFORE ARRIVAL.

Thank you for your booking.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Great location. Great Apartment.

  Stayed 3 days ending in February, 2026

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  Michael S from ., NA recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed at The Esplanade apartment for recent Superbikes. 3 rooms. My only complaint is the small bunk room with no window. It was warm with two adults in there. However, there is a small Air conditioner in the room.
  All said, it was a great place to stay.

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• Walk to everything, beautiful view, perfect spot in Cowes to sta

  Stayed 5 days ending in November, 2024

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  Jacqui L from wandin nth, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Great position, Nice apartment, Walk to beach shops,and restaurants, No shade on balcony, and shower rose in bathroom would not stay up, other than that great

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• Seven out of ten

  Stayed 5 days ending in October, 2024

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  Maree D from Mornington, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Great location, spacious, clean but not perfect, one car space for a three bedroom apartment did not meet expectations and promotional photos rather deceiving

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• Family Holiday

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2023

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  a guest from WILLIAMSTOWN, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent location, great apartment for an extended family. Management/landlord very professional and responsive with an issue we had with the fridge. Thank you

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• Perfect Location

  Stayed 4 days ending in March, 2023

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  Vicky W from Perth, WA recommends this vacation rental

  Great location, walking distance to restaurants & bars. a little more detail to cleaning balcony and updating furniture but overall, for our visit the place was perfect.
  Excellent coffee cart below for that early morning coffee and brekky roll to go.
  Property Manager very helpful and made it easy for late check in and out.

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• Great family get away.

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2023

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  Laura M from Huntly, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  The unit was in an amazing spot with a flawless view, we spent a lot of time on the balcony soaking it in.
  Generally the house was tidy and well kept with a few minor upgrades needed here and there but still comfortable.

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• Location perfect but all furniture is need to upgrade

  Stayed 2 days ending in February, 2023

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  Cengiz G from CRAIGIEBURN, VIC does not recommend this vacation rental.

  From rental office people very helpful and friendly nice service.
  Location of the house perfect but all furniture two dirty need to upgrade also need same maintenance to work on it door handles and others i hope after renovations i like to stay again

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• Great Location

  Stayed 4 days ending in December, 2022

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  a guest from EPSOM, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Great apartment, close to restaurants and shops. a little dated, but clean

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• Great getaway

  Stayed 5 days ending in November, 2022

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  Jamie K from Sydney, NSW recommends this vacation rental

  The apartment was huge and in an awesome area/location - close to shops, restaurants, beach and pub. I would definitely stay again

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• Beautiful view, average amenities

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2022

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  a guest from Melbourne, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We choose this apartment for its close location to the Main Street in Cowes Phillip Island, the spacious kitchen and amazing views. The downsides were there was no wifi (as noted in the details of the listing) and there were additional costs required for linen

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• Perfect Place for a WeekEnd

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2022

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  Michael B from Croydon, Australia recommends this vacation rental

  Great Apartment, Great Views, Very Close to Shops and Restaurants

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• Loved it, great location.

  Stayed 3 days ending in June, 2022

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  Rachel T from Doveton, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  The apartment was spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. The location was fantastic on Cowes and especially with teenagers coming and going. Thank you!

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• Great view but that's about it

  Stayed 2 days ending in May, 2022

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  a guest from Berwick, VIC does not recommend this vacation rental.

  Apartment had a great view and was in a great location. However it felt a bit run down and dirty and wasn't what I would expect for the money paid. We also had to bring our own linen and towels which I did not see in the fine print, pretty unimpressed with this stay.

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• Wonderful view of the bay

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2022

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  a guest from Melbourne, Australia recommends this vacation rental

  The location was amazing. The booking was a little annoying though. I booked through Wotif and there was no mention that linen was not included. Then the real estate wanted to charge me for linen. The acknowledged the mistake and then gave me linen but not enough. I specifically told the manager I needed specific sheets and he gave me less meaning that night we had to sleep without them. That was very disapointing. He specifically ignored my answer as to how many we needed. Actually quite rude to be honest. I wa then emailed and asked to contact Wotif about the issue with linen - sorry, not my issue. Yours.
  There was also no hair dryer in either bathrooms and the window between the 2nd and 3rd bedroom was annoying because it let light in at night if the light were on in one. Other main issues were there fans that were really loud across the whole apartment if someone went into ANY bathroom. Really annoying if your trying to sleep and someone down the end of the corridor goes to the toilet. The bath was also very dirty and a lot of dust under the beds which shows that the cleaning needs to be improved.

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• Great location

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2022

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  Angela T recommends this vacation rental

  Handy spot for my family of 6, and super easy access to beach and all the town amenities. Have been before, and will again.

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• Awesome stay with incredible views

  Stayed 2 days ending in March, 2022

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  a guest from South morang , VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We had the best experience. Right from the start with the friendly people at the real estate to the amazing views from the apartment. We can not wait to stay here again.

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• Very nice

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2022

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  Matt C from Melbourne, VICTORIA recommends this vacation rental

  Nice place, would stay there again

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• Great location!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2022

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  Donna L from Rowville, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great time and the location is fabulous.
  The apartment is a but run down and had no access to internet so would be great if wifi could be offered.
  Overall pleasant accommodation.

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• Great Location but Needed Cleaning

  Stayed 2 days ending in December, 2021

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  Mike B from Ferntree Gully, VIC does not recommend this vacation rental.

  This is a nice roomy apartment in a great location. But our experience was marred by the unclean condition of the unit: unswept floors - stove top not cleaned from previous use - dirty patio table hadn't been washed in ages - dishwash brush was filthy. Unfortunately on the basis of our experience we could not recommend this apartment.

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• Positive review

  Stayed 2 days ending in July, 2021

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  Steve H from Sandringham, VIC recommends this vacation rental

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• Great stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2021

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  Chantel C from Warranwood, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Great location and amazing views.

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• Excellent Location

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2021

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  Janine N from Jan Juc, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  A great apartment in a fantastic location with amazing views

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• A room with a view

  Stayed 2 days ending in May, 2021

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  a guest from Heathmont, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect location and ideal for 2 families. Adequately clean and minor maintenance required. But so spacious and with that view, who cares?

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• Apartment Beach Front

  Stayed 2 days ending in April, 2021

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  Dianne T from Dromana, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  The apartment was large, spacious and clean. It had spectacular uninterrupted views of the main beach in Cowes and situated above our favorite Cowes restaurant HQ. Short walk to the Cowes shops and ideally positioned to venture further to the Nobbies, Penguins etc we had a wonderful time.

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• Amazing views

  Stayed 7 days ending in March, 2021

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  Danielle A from MOUNT EVELYN, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  The views are absolutely amazing. Very comfortable accommodation, couches big and very comfy, Beds cosy, shower one of the best ever. Very clean, all you could possibly ask for. Will definitely be back.

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• Beachfront Views

  Stayed 2 days ending in February, 2021

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  a guest from Mooroolbark, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Location is perfect as walking distance to beach, shops and restaurants. View is beautiful and sitting on balcony is bliss. Apartment is comfortable and perfect for a family with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Balcony furniture and fixtures were a bit tired and cobwebby. Sue from First National was a delight to deal with and responded promptly to any issues we had. We had a lovely 3 days and especially enjoyed lunch at Churchill Island cafe.

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• Cowes central location

  Stayed 3 days ending in January, 2021

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  Ying G from HAWTHORN EAST, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Nice view and access to beach and shops. Apartment well equipped but could do with cleaner state. Feet were black from walking on Floors.

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• Great Views

  Stayed 2 days ending in November, 2020

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  Elaine V from Melbourne, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Clean and centrally located property with stunning views. Close to all amenities so no need to cook!! But full functioning kitchen if you wanted..wish we had stayed longer..

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