Great Ocean Road dog friendly accommodation
One of the great road wonders of the world! Traverse the Great Ocean Road. Settle into the delights of scenic driving and your dog will lavish you with love. Stand transfixed by the sheer strength of The Twelve Apostles. There's Port Campbell and Apollo Bay and the sweet sweeps of Port Fairy and Lorne. For accommodation? There's pooch pampering in charming cottages with a crackling fire and warmth abounding. Budget tourist parks and loads of loving at Lorne and pretty as a picture Port Fairy. Maritime magic abounds on the Great Ocean Road so be sure to treat your tail-wagger to some sumptuous seafood titbits at picnic time. The Great Ocean Road is doggy heaven!
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10 Ocean Drive
Port Fairy
- Dogs permitted inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted bedrooms
- Securely fenced backyard
From $700
Bass Retreat
Skenes Creek (near Apollo Bay)
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside
- The yard is fenced to a height of about one metre
From $345
Bay Retreat
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The yard is securely fenced
From $310
Beach Road Hide-Away
Nelson
- Dogs permitted inside, but only in the games room
- Fenced yard
From $140
Bluey House
Warrnambool
- Dogs welcome inside
- Bowls, treats and spare waste bags are provided
- Property is securely fenced
- An amazing location - directly opposite large open land and a dog friendly beach
From $290
Camp Cooriemungle
Cooriemungle (near Port Campbell)
- Dogs permitted on camp sites
- Dogs permitted inside cabins
- The self-contained house has a dedicated dog room where dogs can sleep
- There are designed off-lead areas around the large property
- Please ensure your dog does not disturb the farm animals on the property
- Dog sitting service available for those who wish to do some sightseeing without their pets
From $15
Cedarwood Cottage
Deans Marsh (near Lorne)
- Dogs welcome inside
- Please bring your own dog blankets to cover all inside and outside furniture if your dog will be on the furniture
- There is an approximately 50 square metre securely fenced yard adjoining the back deck of the cottage where you can leave your dog unsupervised
- The rest of the property is fenced, but not securely for dogs, however they can run and play on the grass and in the bush as long as they are supervised
- Feel free to wander around the 5 hectare property with your dog, but be aware that there are farm animals and have your dog on a lead if they are likely to chase them
- There is a dog friendly beach at Lorne, just 20 minutes drive away
- There is a lovely dog friendly 2 kilometre bush loop walk a few kilometres away - please ask for directions
- There is an optional $50 pet cleaning fee - if you choose not to pay it, please vacuum all floors before you check-out
From $220
Cliftons @ The Eyrie
Skenes Creek North (near Apollo Bay)
- Dogs welcome inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted areas
- Half an acre of gardens surrounding the home are fully fenced off, providing a secure area to leave your dogs in if you need to go out without them
- As the surrounding paddocks have sheep in them, dogs will need to be on a leash when walking through those areas
- Lots of room for walks with your dogs on this large property
- A $50 dog fee applies
From $220
Coragulac House Cottages
Coragulac (near Colac)
- Up to 2 dogs welcome inside Monash Cottage, but not on furniture or beds
- Please bring everything you need for your dog
- Property is fenced
- Plenty of room for dogs to run around and great walks including up to the Red Rock scenic lookout
- A $30 pet fee per stay applies
From $180
Countrywide Cottages
Winchelsea South (near Lorne)
- Dogs welcome inside
- Cosy dog beds and blankets provided
- There are bowls and home-made treats for your dog
- Furniture cover sheets available for couch potatoes
- Fenced yards around cottages
- Dogs can swim in the large dam
- Enjoy open spaces and bush walks with your dog
From $235
Enki's Rest
Skenes Creek (near Apollo Bay)
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside
From $310
Eyrie House
Skenes Creek North (near Apollo Bay)
- Dogs welcome inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted areas
- A large and completely secure dog run next to the house is available if you need to go out and leave your dogs behind
- An acre of gardens surrounding the home are fenced off from the surrounding paddocks and bush
- As the surrounding paddocks have sheep in them, dogs will need to be on a leash when walking through those areas
- Lots of room for walks with your dogs on this large property
- A $50 dog fee applies
From $250
Front Beach Torquay Beach House
Torquay
- Dogs permitted inside
- Secure yard for dogs
- Dog friendly beach across the road
From $295
Fruit Tree Cottage
Anglesea
- Dogs welcome inside
- Please do not allow dogs to sleep on the beds
- Securely fenced yard
From $200
Gum Tree Caravan Park
Port Fairy
- Dogs permitted on all sites
- Dogs permitted in all cabins, except for deluxe cabins and one bedroom holiday units
- When staying in cabins, dogs not permitted on furniture and you must bring your dog's own bedding
- Dogs not allowed in any communal areas
- There is a secure off-leash dog run and dog playground
- Dogs must be on a leash when outside, except in the dog run and playground
- Please do not leave your pet unattended at any time
From $25
Hearns Beachside Villa 1
Port Fairy
- Dogs permitted inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted bedrooms
- Secure outdoor courtyard
- Your dog will love the dog-friendly beach which is just steps away with no roads to cross
From $400
Hearns Beachside Villa 7
Port Fairy
- Dogs permitted inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted bedrooms
- Secure outdoor courtyard
- Your dog will love the dog-friendly beach which is just steps away with no roads to cross
From $450
Hearns Beachside Villa 9
Port Fairy
- Dogs permitted inside, but not on furniture or in carpeted bedrooms
- Secure outdoor courtyard
- Your dog will love the dog-friendly beach which is just steps away with no roads to cross
From $480
Hideaway Cottage
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside
From $350
Killarney Beach House
Killarney (near Port Fairy)
- Dogs permitted inside, but not on furniture or beds
- Dog kennel under verandah provided
- Large, secure fenced area for dogs
- Walk to dog-friendly beach
From $210
King Parrot Cottages & Event Centre
Pennyroyal (near Lorne)
- Dogs welcome inside cottages, but not on furniture or beds
- Dog blankets and bowls are supplied
- When outside, dogs need to be on a lead or under effective voice control due to local wildlife
- This vast bush property has private bush tracks which dogs will love to explore with you. There is also a constantly flowing spring fed creek running through the property and a waterfall
- Please note that there is no fencing around each cottage and the entire property is not securely fenced
- A dog fee of $20 per night applies
From $250
Morley
Wye River
- Dogs welcome in the home
- All traces of the dog's stay need to be removed on departure
From $395
NRMA Portland Bay Holiday Park
Portland
- Approval to bring dogs must be obtained from management
- Up to 2 dogs permitted on unpowered, powered and ensuite sites
- Dogs not permitted with cabin bookings
- Dogs must be kept on leash at all times when outside
- Dogs not permitted in communal areas
- Dogs must not be left behind unattended
- Dogs not permitted between 26th December and 6th January and also between Good Friday and Easter Monday
From $27
NRMA Warrnambool Riverside Holiday Park
Allansford (near Warrnambool)
- Approval to bring dogs must be obtained from management
- Up to 3 dogs permitted on powered and ensuite sites
- Up to 3 dogs are permitted inside selected studio, one and two bedroom cabins, but not the villas
- The dog-friendly studio cabins have gated verandahs
- Dogs must be kept on leash at all times when outside
- Dogs not permitted in communal areas
- Dogs must not be left behind unattended
From $44
Saltwater Haven
Apollo Bay
- Well behaved dogs are welcome
- House-trained dogs welcome inside
- Dogs not permitted on furniture
- Securely fenced yard
- 5 minute walk from dog friendly beach
From $300
Sandy Retreat
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The backyard is securely fenced
From $255
Seamount
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- Fully secure backyard with high fencing
From $350
Seaside Beach House
Anglesea
- A maximum of two dogs are welcome
- Dogs permitted inside under supervision
- Dogs must not sleep on furniture or the beds
- Please ensure you clean up after your dog
- The property is securely fenced
- A short walk from a year round off leash dog beach
From $250
Seaspray Beach House
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The front balcony is fully secure for dogs
- The yard is fenced, but due to a gap under the front gate, it may not be secure for small dogs
From $300
Shellina
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The backyard is securely fenced
From $355
Soho Beach House
Apollo Bay
- Well-behaved dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The backyard is fenced however very small dogs may be able to slip through the panel fencing
From $345
South Beach Pines
Torquay
- Well behaved and toilet trained dogs welcome inside
- Please bring clean coverings for the leather couches if your dog likes to sit on them
- Dogs are strictly not permitted on the bed
- A fully fenced yard surrounds the cottage
- As the yard is secure, you can go out and leave your dog safely behind at the cottage if you need to
- 3 kilometres from Whites Beach which is a year round off-leash dog beach
- Lots of nearby parks and ovals for walks
From $149
Sweet Tide O' Moyne
Port Fairy
- A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs only
- Dogs welcome inside, but please keep them off the beds and furniture and also out of the bathtub and shower
- The spacious and secure yard provides ample room for your dog to romp around, while a shelter for shade ensure their comfort
- The surrounding outdoor area is a haven for dogs to explore and play
- An outdoor shower and tap with fresh water is available
- Please pick up after your dog
- Any "accidents" will incur an extra cleaning fee
- Nearby dog friendly East Beach and walking trails offer exciting adventures for you and your furry friend to embark upon
From $275
The Beach House @ The Butter Factory
Apollo Bay
- As this is an apartment, only small dogs are permitted
- Well-behaved dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- Dogs are not permitted to be left alone inside
- Dogs must be taken downstairs for toileting
From $295
The Sands Torquay
Torquay
- The resort has dedicated ground floor dog friendly rooms for you and your pet
- Choose from king or twin bed options
- Only one dog under 20kg permitted
- Each dog friendly room has a private fenced terrace and area of lawn for your dog to enjoy safely
- Please bring your dog's own bed as doggy beds are not supplied
- A doggy gift bag is supplied on arrival for your dog
- Your daily house-keeping service is flexible and can be coordinated to suit a time when you and your dog are not in your room
- To ensure the tranquillity of all guests, please do not leave your dog unattended in your room
- When outside your room, please keep your dog on a leash
- Dogs are not permitted within indoor dining areas, however there are outside seating areas where you can enjoy your dining experience with your dog
- Please ensure you clean up after your dog throughout the resort grounds
From $183
Tynemouth Villa
Port Fairy
- Well behaved dogs welcome
- Dogs permitted inside but they should not be left unattended
- Please bring your own dog bedding
- The property is fenced
From $195
Vitamin Sea
Skenes Creek (near Apollo Bay)
- Well-behaved house-trained dogs very welcome inside, but not on furniture or beds
- The side and backyard is fenced to a height of one metre
- Please do not leave your dog unattended at the property
From $300
Waves Motel and Apartments
Warrnambool
- There are designated 2 and 3 bedroom apartments which are dog-friendly and must be booked direct
- Dogs not permitted with motel room bookings
- Dogs welcome inside the designated dog-friendly apartments but they must have their own bedding
- Do not leave your dog unattended in your apartment
- The 3 bedroom apartments have a private fenced courtyard
- Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times when in public areas
- A pet fee of $30 applies for a one night stay or $50 in total for stays of 2 or more nights
From $145
Whites Retreat
Torquay
- Dogs permitted inside
- The downstairs living area is ideal for dogs with tiled flooring
- There is a doggy door for small dogs
- The rear of the property is securely fenced
- Whites Beach is across the road and allows dogs off-lead year round
- Interesting foreshore walking tracks for you and your dog
From $390