Genesta House
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Genesta House

18 Steele St, Cowes, Victoria 3922, Australia
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Free parking
Ideal location
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Amenities
Golf Course
Snorkeling
Surfing
Hiking
Public parkingFree
Luggage Storage
Tennis Court
Bowling Alley
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Property Description
Located in Cowes, Genesta House B&B is next to a golf course, a 3-minute walk from Cowes Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Phillip Island Ferry Dock. This golf guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Phillip Island Wildlife Park and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from A Maze'N Things.
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9.5/10
Amazing
Cleanliness9.5
Amenities9.5
Location9.5
Service9.5
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Surroundings
Metro: Crib Point
(107.8km)
Metro: Stony Point
(109.7km)
Landmarks: Erehwon Point Playground
(230m)
Landmarks: Cowes Pier
(240m)
Landmarks: Erehwon Point Beach
(290m)
Landmarks: Cowes Skatepark
(320m)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

Lilly Pilly Room
12

Lilly Pilly Room

1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Maple Room
12

Maple Room

1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Fernery Room
13

Fernery Room

1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Guest Reviews

9.5/10
Amazing
22 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Amenities9.5
  • Location9.5
  • Service9.5
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AI Summary
The hosts offer a warm welcome and exceptional cleanliness. Guests appreciate the convenient location near the beach and city center, as well as the comfortable beds and fresh breakfast options.
M‍r‍s‍_‍C‍o‍r‍n‍i‍s‍h‍_‍L‍a‍s‍s
November 24, 2024
Lovely characterful guest house in a perfect location. We stayed in the Lilly Pilly Room - a cosy room with a perfect selection of breakfast goodies allowing you to fit breakfast around your plans. The lovely landlady had many suggestions of things to do and where to eat in the local area, and kindly put the heating and light on for us the night we went to see the penguins, which was great as we had chosen a very cold evening for it. Wished we had been able to stay longer.
D‍a‍v‍e‍f‍r‍o‍m‍W‍a‍r‍w‍i‍c‍k
April 2, 2025
Comfortable accommodation, well located for the sea front as well as bars and restaurants. Very good breakfast left in the room each day. Also extremely helpful in lending us coats for the penguin parade on a cold evening. ...............
j‍e‍t‍t‍e‍b‍i‍s‍a‍n‍d‍e‍r
March 15, 2025
We really enjoyed our stay, the very nice room and the fantastic breakfast. The hostess was very informative and friendly. The house is located very close to the beach and restaurants. Parking is in the street in front of the house at no cost.
D‍a‍v‍i‍d‍H‍1‍2‍2‍6‍8
March 2, 2025
A splendid stay Difficult to fault Friendly host,great location..we walked easily to the beach,the shops & restaurants.The renovated propertyhad lots of charactercharacter,a great serve yourself breakfast in our room Pretty good value. We would strongly recommend this to others
J‍o‍w‍i‍t‍o‍x
January 20, 2025
Excellent accommodation. The host was very friendly and helpful on arrival. Room was lovely and full of character as well as very clean and comfortable. The continental breakfast provided in the room, of yoghurt, fresh fruit and homemade granola, orange juice and more, was perfect. The location is quiet but only a short walk to beach and easy drive to the Penguin Parade. The sound proofing between rooms is not perfect, but it did not prove to be a problem at all.
J‍a‍c‍i‍n‍t‍a‍ ‍P
August 4, 2024
This is one of the most charming and beautiful bnb's that I've stayed in for a long time. In a great location, with great sized room and beautiful garden surrounds - I was treated to such a lovely experience at Genesta House - highly recommend for a relaxing weekend!!
A‍n‍n‍ ‍J
April 24, 2024
Fantastic place with a fantastic host. This is by far one of the nicest places we ever visited. Simonne was the perfect host and went out of her way to give us the best experience ever. The room, garden and verandah were beautifully decorated, stylish and luxurious. Also all the items for breakfast were really nice. Each day there was a new homemade treat. Also really conveniently located, only a short while away from the beach in a quiet street. I can not recommend this place highly enough and we really hope to return.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 31, 2023
Arrived to view the picturesque setting and lovely garden, greeted by friendly owner who showed us to our room, we were 3 couples who took over the b & b, this therefore made it easy to entertain without upsetting anyone, we were delighted with a serving of port and later with a cheese platter, location to beach and restaurants cafes is great, would go again

Services & Amenities

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Internet
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
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Public Areas
Cleaning Services
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–18:00
Check-out: 07:30–10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]09:00–17:00

The property will provide check-in details after booking

Child Policies
Children 10 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeContinental
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 1914
  • Number of Rooms: 3
Located in Cowes, Genesta House B&B is next to a golf course, a 3-minute walk from Cowes Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Phillip Island Ferry Dock. This golf guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Phillip Island Wildlife Park and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from A Maze'N Things.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Edwardian guesthouse include concierge services and a picnic area.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy at Genesta House?

Typically, cancellations of Genesta House can receive total refund for certain days before arrival. The conditions will vary depending on the type of room and booking conditions. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Genesta House?

Prices at Genesta House vary depending on dates, hotel policy, and room type. Please enter your dates to see current rates.

What landmarks are close to Genesta House?

Genesta House is located in Cowes, close to landmarks such as Erehwon Point Playground, which is 230m from your search (straight-line distance).

Does Genesta House provide breakfast?

Yes, guests staying at Genesta House can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): Continental.

What time are check-in & check-out at Genesta House?

Genesta House check-in begins at 14:00-18:00. Check-out time is 10:00.

Are pets allowed at Genesta House?

No, pets are not permitted at Genesta House.

About This Property

Nearest Metro StationCrib Point
Distance to Metro Station107.82KM
Average Price FromAUD302
Hotel Star Rating3