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Genesta House B&B

3.5 star property
Edwardian guesthouse in Cowes with free parking

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Genesta House B&B offers a quiet escape minutes from Cowes Beach. Relax on the garden terrace or play golf next door. Enjoy the nearby outdoor pool and health club. In-room WiFi, concierge assistance, and free beach towels enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Fernery Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fernery Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Maple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Maple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lilly Pilly Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Lilly Pilly Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
18 Steele Street, Cowes, VIC, 3922

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪G’day Tiger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Genesta House B&B

Guesthouse remodeled in 2022 and located near Cowes Beach
Located close to Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Wildlife Park, Genesta House B&B provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. Tee up with amenities like golf lessons, a golf clubhouse, and a golf pro shop at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, concierge services, and golf cart on site
  • Tour/ticket assistance, beach towels, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 0-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1914
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Genesta House Accommodation Guesthouse Cowes
Genesta House Accommodation Guesthouse
Genesta House Accommodation Cowes
Genesta House Accommodation C
Genesta House B&B Cowes
Genesta House Bed Breakfast
Genesta House Accommodation
Genesta House B&B Guesthouse
Genesta House B&B Guesthouse Cowes

Frequently asked questions

Does Genesta House B&B have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Genesta House B&B pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Genesta House B&B?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Genesta House B&B?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Genesta House B&B located?

Situated in Cowes, this golf guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and A Maze'N Things are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Genesta House B&B Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, great location, close to shops and cafes. Friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Nice place. Nice staff. We had a good time here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Genesta House was a wonderful stay in all respects. Simone was so helpful and such a gracious host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

Beautiful old property in lovely well kept gardens. Helpful and kind host. Tasty breakfast package and great bathroom. Good coffee and even a glass of Port was provided.
Garden
Bedroom
Property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lohnt sich wirklich

Tolle, gemütliche Unterkunft im alten englischen Stil. Frühstück auf der eigenen Terrasse. Toller Garten mit großen Pflanzen direkt an der Veranda. Sehr freundliche Vermieter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just like a little cabin in an English garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wunderschön

Ein wunderschönes privat geführtes Bed & Breakast. Wir wurden sehr herzlichen empfangen und haben sehr gute Tipps bekommen. Das Zimmer ist mit viele Liebe und Herz eingerichtet. Die Restaurants und Geschäfte sind ca. 5-10 Min. Fussweg erreichbar. Tolle Lage!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Michèle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. B&B is very well located and very charming. The owner is super friendly and we had a great breakfast. Would stay again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has a old world charm with convenient access to the main street. The staff are very helpful and provided great hospitality. The only draw back is off street parking which is always full outside the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely period home in beautiful garden setting
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful three night stay. Simonne looked after us so well, communicating with us prior to arrival, suggesting places and eateries to visit and providing all the niceties for breakfast complete with bubbly in the fridge and a cheese platter. The room was clean and we wanted for nothing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was awesome!!! Provided some lovely snacks and champagne on arrival actually best ever treats! We even got extra time at no expense:) we would return for sure… gardens beautiful as well :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay in a beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an absolutely lovely time in the Fernery. Gorgeous house and garden, friendly staff. Great location, 5 stars would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities, very clean, everything worked, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was fabulous very friendly owner and we stayed in the Lilly Pilly Room which was great. We would highly recommend people stay there. You can also walk to the Beach and Shops. Very convenient location and price is good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty little , unique property , close to the beach and town with some nice little touches in the room .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old house with lots character. Enjoyed our stay. Host very helpful and friendly. Only downside was the walls are a bit thin
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Georgina, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, lovely balcony overlooking garden. Accessible to services and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Fraser Rise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just such a cute gorgeous room and place to stay Very clean and very well located being close to everything well welcoming and helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute B&B. Great location !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Little Hideaway

Quiet, peaceful, yet close to beach, shops, and restaurants. Simone was so kind and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, comfortable room, heritage character, nice to come back to after a day out and about. Suitable breakfast, tea and coffee supplies. Only issue with facilities was the shower head which fell down a few times when showering. Only issues with staff was, between nights (we stayed two), the breakfast dishes were not washed, but for some reason our belongings were collected and re-packed into our suitcases which we thought was a bit strange and unnecessary.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

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