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.

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 close at hand, 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 washing machine, dryer, and essentials ensures convenience during longer stays.

Down the second hallway you’ll find 3 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 in a residential street with surrounding permanent tenants, so we only rent to mature guests who will remain respectful to our neighbours. The house is to be used for relaxation-style holidaying; loud parties are prohibited.

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

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.

NEIGHBOURHOOD
The neighbourhood is safe and family-friendly. There is a guest guidebook at the home with recommendations on what to do in the area; this gives dining options and local attractions suggestions. Please let us know if you would like a copy of this before your stay, and email us your email address. If you need any advice, we are happy to assist.

GETTING AROUND
There is parking available for your stay. We can provide parking information if required. Please ask us any questions.

ADDITIONAL RULES
Strictly no schoolies, parties or events. Mature guests only. The property is patrolled by security. If neighbours complain or the police are called, this could affect your bond and we reserve the right to evict guests.

Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed.

Read and accept our terms and conditions—the Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rule applies.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
Access details will be available for you to enter directly at the home. Therefore, unfortunately, we do not get a chance to meet, but this provides a simple and convenient way for you to enter and depart the house quickly. We can be contacted via the booking platform anytime during your stay, and we will send you our office number if you need us urgently. We want to ensure your stay is enjoyable. Thank you.