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Review:
Cowes is the commercial hub of Phillip Island. It was named after Cowes on the Isle of Wight in England. The roads in the town are named after villages on the Isle of Wight. Most of the houses belong to absentee landlords who live in cities on the mainland and use the properties as holiday retreats. Shopping and dining are highlights of a visit to Cowes. The yacht club is a short walk from town. The beaches are north facing with interesting rock pools. Boats can be hired for fishing or cruising round the island. Ferries leave from Cowes in several directions.
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