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Dog Friendly Holidays Victoria – The more you research pet-friendly accommodation options in Victoria, the more appealing the selection will be. Whether it’s a relaxing country break, a beach cottage or a fun weekend in the city, discover dog-friendly places in Victoria, including great accommodation.
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There’s no need to stick to budget accommodation when traveling with a dog. Check out these pet-friendly accommodations in Victoria.
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For the best luxury hotel stay in Victoria with your dog, book a pet stay at The Langham Melbourne.
When you enter the South Bank lobby, you’ll be greeted by a grand marble staircase and the largest chandelier in the Southern Hemisphere, and your pets will have their own place in your room. Welcome comfort.
There is a limit of one pet per room and 20 kg for dogs. Note that this is only available in the Executive Terrace (dogs only) and Deluxe River Corner King rooms. A $150 pet fee is included in the Pampered Pets Staycation package.
Another luxury dog-friendly cottage near Melbourne is Ladycott Cottage. Located in Holland, in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges region, it is just an hour’s drive east of central Melbourne.
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With wood stoves and clawfoot tubs, it’s the perfect place to relax in the winter. You may want to stroll through the historic gardens surrounding the property, otherwise nearby restaurants, bars and shops are just a five-minute walk away, with plenty of dog-friendly options.
All remaining dogs are warmly cared for with their own blankets, towels and of course plenty of treats. For a special occasion, order the peanut butter, bacon and maple syrup cake.
As the name Must Love Dogs B&B suggests, this B&B is truly pet friendly and very dog friendly! Located in Rutherglen, approximately 3 hours northeast of Melbourne, not far from the border town of Albury, Wodonga.
Built in 1849, the historic cottage has two suites and a detached cottage, all dog-friendly. A naturally lit fire for cold winter nights, as well as a solar heated pool and spa for warmer days. And of course there is a beautifully maintained and fully fenced garden for your dog to enjoy.
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As the Rutherglen region is famous for its wine, particularly its fortified wines, the B&B can arrange wine tours for you and your dog, which are permitted in the tasting rooms. Another entertainment option is Devonshire tea, served by a log fire in winter, with a free pet sitting option.
Another beautiful place to stay in rural Victoria is Clement House in Benella. A 2.5 hour drive north of Melbourne along the Hume Highway, it’s close enough for a luxury weekend away.
Clement House is a luxury B&B set in a Victorian family home offering a range of accommodation, all beautifully appointed. The Deluxe Queen Suite located at the front of the house has its own fireplace and access to a secure, fenced front garden, while the Deluxe Queen Studio has a kitchenette.
Both apartments have their own entrance. A continental breakfast is served daily, as well as a late check-out option if no new guests are arriving. There are no additional fees for pets.
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Want to spend a holiday in the countryside with your dog, with plenty of green spaces to explore and run around? Choose from these dog-friendly options.
Whenever the topic of dog-friendly accommodation in Victoria comes up, I always hear lots of recommendations for Best Friend Holiday Retreat. Located in the Tara Valley, about 2.5 hours southeast of Melbourne, this rainforest park is specially designed for people traveling with their pet dogs.
Some of the special features include individually fenced campsites and caravan sites, six secure dog walking areas, a cabana with hot tub and a dog-friendly play area, as well as giant balls. Dog-friendly cabins with fenced yards are also available. All dogs should sleep inside at night!
If you have to go out without your dog, you can use luxury kennels for the day. However, there’s plenty of on-site entertainment, including a nearby waterfall and rock pool, perfect for dog swimming or a game of dog monopoly.
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Just a five-minute drive from Daylesford, Hollow Log Estate is a dog-friendly destination. There is a half-acre safe dog exercise area on-site, as well as hiking trails that lead to the nearby Wombat State Forest for dogs.
Choose between Stoney or Cottage. Stoney is a studio style chalet ideal for a couple plus a dog or two small dogs. The chalet is more spacious and can accommodate four people. It also has a convenient covered balcony. Both have internal chimneys and are fully insulated. We offer free breakfast, free wine and chocolates.
On our Yarra Valley tour, instead of returning to Melbourne at the end of the day, we continued our stay at Wigley Bottom Farm, a luxury dog-friendly farm near Haileysville.
At Wiggle Bottom Farm, choose from an apartment or cottage located in the main farm building, sleeping up to two adults and two children. We were very happy with our choice of cottage which was very quiet and had lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
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Whichever option you choose, your dog has fenced outdoor spaces, including a fully fenced cottage for dogs who prefer to sleep outside. Dog grooming kits and treats provided. Up to two dogs are allowed to stay with you, for an additional fee of $50 per dog.
The pet-friendly country cottages provide the perfect base for visiting the Otway Ranges or exploring the Great Ocean Road with your dog. A 25-minute drive north of Lorne, four cottages are available.
Choose from the two-bedroom Furnireach or Igloo Cottages, or the three-bedroom Villa or Canopy, the latter sleeping up to nine people. All gîtes are independent and have their own fenced courtyard. A minimum stay of two nights or more generally applies.
Dogs are warmly welcomed with comfortable beds, blankets, dog bowls and homemade treats. Let them sleep inside on the furniture with the furniture covers, or let them roam outside with the fenced enclosure. There are dog-friendly bush walks on your doorstep, as well as Otway Forest Park.
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Are you interested in the tiny house trend? So you don’t worry about it anymore and stay a weekend with your dog. In2thewild has several tiny houses to book across Australia, including four pet-friendly tiny houses in Victoria.
Choose from Tiny Phoebe in the Goulburn River Valley, Tiny Polly or Tiny Harper near the Macedonian Range or Tiny Jemina in the Goulburn area. Note that all are completely off-grid composting toilets, powered solely by solar energy and environmentally friendly.
Dogs and cats are allowed, animals up to 20 kg are allowed, but only below. A limit of two animals applies. Bring your pet’s bed and bowls, where pets are only allowed inside the furniture if blankets are used.
Escape to the Victoria coast and have fun with your dog, whether on the Great Ocean Road or in Gippsland. Make a reservation at one of our dog-friendly beaches.
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For the best range of dog-friendly accommodation along the Great Ocean Road, head west of the road. Once you arrive in Warrnambool, Port Ferry and Portland, there are plenty of dog-friendly taxis available, including many affordable options. On a trip along the Great Ocean Road we stayed in a cabin at the Gum Tree Caravan Park in Port Boran.
We were very impressed with the cabin studio which was nice and modern with a bathroom and a great kitchen which was exactly what we needed. Naturally, our dog was happy to stay with us, only $10 more per night (as of 2019), and the park owner was very friendly.
The nearby town of Port Ferry is a lovely place. I recommend getting a list of the many historic buildings and taking a self-guided tour or walking the beach with your dog.
For a more secluded beach holiday, head to Golden Beach Cabins on Golden Beach in Central Gippsland, about 3 hours east of Melbourne. These dog-friendly cabins are located along an impressive 90 miles of beach!
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Two cabins are available, both sleeping 5 people and are fully self-contained. Well-behaved dogs are allowed to join you, but they must stay away from furniture. You will need to provide your own dog bedding and there will be an additional dog cleaning fee.
