The Town Of Cowes

The Town Of Cowes

        Cowes is an old town located at Phillip Island. The township was established in the 1800s. It is about 125 kilometers from Melbourne. It is a quiet place where visitors can go fishing or ride a ferry or join a boat cruise. Or simply stroll along the foreshore. There are benches and tables near its concrete jetty. From there, they can enjoy the sea breeze and the magnificent view of Western Port. A few meters away is a war memorial dedicated to residents of Cowes who fought in WWI & WWII but died in action.

The jetty at Cowes. Cowes was named after a seaport town on the Isle of Wight in England.

There are many picnic tables at the sloping foreshore.

Where you buy tickets for boat cruises

Ample parking slots near the jetty

Cowes' war memorial.  There is a cairn in almost every town in the state of Victoria.

They will always be remembered.

The brave men of Cowes

Inscription

         Crossing the street from the war memorial, travelers can see cafes and restaurants clustered along the main road which is Thompson Avenue. Old Cypress trees line this thoroughfare. There are also stores selling souvenir items. There are hotels and inns which are clean and spacious.

The town center is within walking distance from the foreshore.

Old Cypress trees line Thomson Avenue.

Try their pizzas, gelati and cakes. It is only a few meters away from the beach of Cowes.

Restaurants have tables and benches outside with a nice view of the bay.

Double Crumbed Chcken Breast is good at The Fat Seagull located near the foreshore of Cowes.

There are ramps for PWD.

Fish n Chips at Pink Penguin

Burger Edge is one of the most popular eateries along Thompson Avenue.

There are many Burger Edge outlets in the State of Victoria.

Reasonably priced

Waiting time is 10 minutes.

Great burger for $10

With fries, of course

Fish n Chips from Pink Penguin

Hotel across the war memorial

Souvenir items for sale

Subway outlet along Thomson Avenue

Cowes resident walking his whippet dog

         A few kilometers away is Amaze n Things. The young ones will surely enjoy optical illusions, card games, puzzles and other mind-twisting games, mini golf and rides. Near the place is a campers station. A short distance away is a brewery. Next to it is the Koala Park Motel.

Faucet seems to float in midair as water flows through the windows at Amaze n Things in Cowes.

Mini golf

One shot

Vintage VW parked at Amaze n Things

Still looking good

Try gelato and shakes at this store next to Amaze n Things.

One last shot for Arkin

Rustywater Brewery Resto & Bar serves handcrafted naturally brewed ales.

Fully booked

         At the outskirts of the town is the Grand Prix Circuit where prestigious car racing events are regularly held. And motorcycling events too. One can buy take-home items at the Visitors' Center. Along the main road, sheep and cows are seen grazing on vast green pastures. Aside from watching the Penguin Parade at dusk, there are so many things to do and many places to visit at Cowes and the nearby areas that a three-day stay at Phillip Island is not enough.

- Konted

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit is part of the subdivision of Ventnor.

Visitors Center

Mercedes Benz

Go Kart winner

Up for grabs in the next go kart racing event

Coffee shop at the Grand Prix Circuit

High quality sportswear at the Visitors Center

Aerial  photo of the Grand Prix Circuit

Sheep grazing at a farm on Phillip Island

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Silverwater Resort: One Fine Resort

Silverwater Resort: One Fine Resort

          I am sitting in an armchair at the balcony overlooking the azure waters of Western Port. A Magpie bird, usually sedentary but sometimes confrontational, perches on the stainless railing. Several other birds are chirping as tree branches sway a little bit. The gentle breeze caresses my face. There is early morning rustling. I can hear it through my Phonak. Though partly cloudy, the sun peeps from time to time. Oh, I smell bacon.

View of Western Port from the balcony

Part of San Remo's rolling hills

Another view of Western Port

Magpie bird

Magpie about to take off

Farm-fresh eggs

Delicious bacon

Green peas with corn

 Fish Fillet with garlic

           Nestled at Potters Hill, at the rolling hills of San Remo, Silverwater Resort is a 5-star apartment-style vacation dwelling. Occupying a vast tract of land, Silverwater offers rest and recreation. Guests have choices as to where to stay. They may opt to take the Hillside units with a commanding view of Western Port, or the Lakeside apartments, the Pinesview units or the Village Green and Parkland units.

Entrance to Silverwater Resort at Potters Hill

Pinesview units

Parkland units

Village Green

Hillside units

One unit at Hillside

Lakeside units

The administrative office and the restaurant with a magnificent view of the bay

           Silverwater Resort has facilities to ensure that guests enjoy their stay. There is an indoor heated pool and another pool where guests can sunbathe. There are two standard tennis courts, a basketball court and a big playground. There is a fitness gym near the pool. There is also a game room.

Entrance to the reception office where guests register

The lobby and the front office

Watermark Restaurant

Indoor heated swimming pool

Just the right amount of heat

Another pool at Silverwater Resort

Fitness gym

Two tennis courts

Standard basketball court

Jumping pillow

Safe playground

           While there is a first class restaurant near the lobby, guests can bring in food or they may cook as the kitchen is equipped with almost everything - refrigerator, microwave, big oven, toaster and other items guests may need. At Silverwater, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms per unit. Guests can request for a smaller unit.

Fully furnished

Complete kitchen equipment and utensils

Clear glass panels with a commanding view of the bay

Bedroom #1

Bedroom #2

Bedroom #3

           It is now mid afternoon. I have been spending time just gazing and gazing around, what with a picturesque view. I sometimes take a nap. But I make sure that I don't oversleep. I make sure that I don't sleep the sleep of the drunk. That will be a waste of precious time. I surely will be missing a lot.

Bridge connecting the Hillside units to the Parkland units

Riders take a rest.

Pack up, pack up...

           I see hundreds of cars heading towards Phillip Island. For surfing, fishing, enjoying the stunning views of the rugged coastline and visiting other interesting places. In a few minutes, I am heading to the town of Cowes at Phillip Island. There are boat cruises there. Then I'll spend some time walking around and taking pictures. I am enjoying my stay here at Silverwater Resort.

- Konted

Silverwater Resort is 119 kilometers away from Melbourne. You turn left after this road signage.

The view of Western Port from the highway of San Remo

A farm in San Remo

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