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Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
At Banyanda, unwind in the jetted corner spa bath or soak up the sun near landscaped gardens where local native birds reside. This modern retreat is a short walk to a safe swimming beach and offers easy access to surf beaches, bike tracks, wineries and boutique shopping.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming

Banyanda is a stunning beachside holiday retreat with a focus on art whilst nestled into landscaped gardens which are home to a number of local native birds.

This modern, architect designed home will satisfy all your holiday needs and has a fully equipped kitchen with stone benches and soaring cathedral ceilings and rooms bathed in natural light. Or cook your own BBQ on the weber and relax in the sun.

Relax and unwind in our jetted corner spa bath for 2.

This luxurious coastal getaway is a short 150 metre walk to a safe swimming beach where you can often find seals, manta rays, dolphins and is surrounded by walking and bike tracks, numerous surf beaches as well as being close to great cafes, restaurants, wineries and boutique shopping. Cowes main street is a 15 minute walk along the beach.

Enjoy a family getaway or a romantic weekend or just relax with friends.

Anderson Street boat ramp is just around the corner so you can easily access the concrete ramp and jetty to launch and retrieve your boat or sit and have brunch at the Boat Ramp cafe.

Experience a remarkable whale watching adventure departing from Rhyll to circumnavigate Phillip Island. Keep an eye out for humpbacks and southern right whales eagerly searching for their blow, distinctive water footprint or graceful dorsal fins. Be captivated by dolphins frolicking alongside the boat and discover a natural habitat for Albatross, gannets and seals.

Watch a Penguin colony at sunset waddle from the sea to their burrows at Phillip Island Penguin Parade.

Explore the Koala Conservation Reserve and explore the treetop boardwalks to see koalas in their natural habitat.

Visit the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, home to the world's leading motorsport series including the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and the Superbike World Championship, as well as various Australian series and club meets.






Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 21,528 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please notify of any pets in your booking

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Registration Number HH 56-15

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi House Cowes
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi Cowes
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi House Cowes
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi House
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi Cowes
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat Wifi
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat With Wifi
Banyanda: Luxury Beachside Retreat With Wifi Cowes
Banyanda Luxury Beachside Retreat With Wifi
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About the area

Map
Cowes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 74 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪G’day Tiger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Island Whole Foods - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming located?

This family-friendly Cowes holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Banyanda beachside home (pet friendly) Whale watching, Penguins, koalas swimming Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 253 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cosy place to stay in winter

We enjoyed our stay. Don't forget to clean the BBQ please.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kobus V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spacious house close to the beach and restaurants. Robyn was easy to communicate with and responsive. Had a good stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay

Lovely light filled home, well equipped and excellent hosts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensational place , spacious, well appointed, quiet area, close to beach, great natural lighting , perfect for pets also Fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in a beautiful house

Lovely stay at a very clean and well maintained property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Banyanda Stay

We really enjoyed the house, well set up & a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

family account G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway before back to school

Excellent stay, close to beach.An absolute beauty of a house .Will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sneha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We enjoyed a chill weekend

We really enjoyed our first weekend away with our baby. Robyn was fantasic, easily able to contact for any questions or issues. She even had the portacot set up for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Just loved it! Plenty of room, kids and adults loved it. Loved the artwork and the area. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perveen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

Really lovely home from home, excellent location with a local beach, really clean and had everything we needed for a lovely family weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great property close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Absolutely loved the property. Extremely clean, dog friendly and a fantastic location. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaylene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful accommodation

Easy to find, clean, and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family home

Had a great stay with family
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach location

Banyanda was in a great location with all the comforts of home. Check in process was very straightforward, hosts were easy to communicate with and quick to reply to my queries. We had a wonderful stay, everything was comfortable and modern and we could walk to the beach, coffee shop and takeaways.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissar A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing holiday home

The owner was kind and honest. The home was clean and organised. The stay was enjoyable and great. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the property. I was greatful there was no drama with the key i thought id lost. The property manger was able to bring one very quickly. It was a safe place to have a pet in the yard.He alerted me to the guy that walked into the gate unexpectedly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property close to the beach

Our family stayed two nights at this property which was beautiful and made our stay on Phillips Island so perfrct
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nivine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent everything just amazing

Very clean it's just the perfect house it's so nice and wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Robyn was an amazing host. My kids and I had the best time and will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ron s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phillip island stay

A lovely clean place close to beach and a smart little coffee shop. A great place for families or friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virgil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday with our dog

Great place to stay. Relaxing and comfortable house for all members of the family, including our furry K9.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

Love staying here so much, couldn’t ask for more! Robyn is fantastic to deal with and I can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property in Cowes

The property was lovely and bright, and the paintings provided excellent conversational material during meals! The location was excellent, and the host responded extremely promptly to our query.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

We loved staying at this property and will definitely be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020