If you are a nature and beach lover, then Phillip Island in Australia is a naturally amazing place with diverse coastlines. It is a beautiful place where you can enjoy a great time with your friends and family. There are so many things to do in Phillip Island. Tourists can experience the amazing Australian wildlife and beautiful landscapes, from engaging in family-friendly activities to going for adventure water sports, everything is possible in this beautiful place. In case you wish to take your furry friend along on vacation, we have come up with a list of the top dog & pet-friendly accommodations in Phillip Island, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 12, 2025.
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1. Banyanda (from USD 211)
Celebrate the art of Philip Island’s local artists in this stunning beachside holiday rental featuring several artworks throughout. Take advantage of the fully equipped kitchen or have a cookout with the outdoor grill on the patio.
The property is 150 meters (492.13 feet) away from the beach where you can take your dog for a stroll or go swimming. You can rinse off the salty seawater in the outdoor shower. The whole property is also fully fenced to ensure the safety of children and pets. You can bring one cat or dog of any size.
Top guest reviews
Host:
communication with robyn was quick easy and efficientrobyn was a great hostthe owner was lovely and when i contacted robyn about linen missing she was quick to reply and sort it out for usrobyn replies immediately & nothing is ever too onerousfabulous spacious homeLocation:
10 minute walk to the beach and only 20 minutes walk into cowesclose to everything, walking distance to the beachlovely house in a great locationgreat location, easy walk to the beach & townwithin easy access of the beach and a walk into to townRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
everything was as advertisedthe house is well equipped, that includes a nice kitchen, and the host offers some coffee capsulesthe property is just as robyn has describedthe property was amazing with everything that you could want for a mini breakthe oven is a little tricky to use but that would be my only suggestion for improvement
2. Renovated boatshed with a fireplace
Formerly a boatshed, this property has since been converted into a home for the perfect beach holiday. The rental has a terrace that provides a wonderful view of the sea and a spacious garden where children or your furbaby can freely around. At night, you can ward off the cold breeze from the seat by hanging out around the fireplace.
You can enjoy homecooked meals while on holiday with the fully equipped kitchen. If you prefer to eat out and taste the local cuisine, you could also try some of Phillip Island’s bests such as Yummy Az Eats or Dalla Costa’s Italian Restaurant.
Newhaven, Victoria, Australia
15.68 km (9.8 mi) from Penguin Parade
3. Dreamy four-bedroom holiday home (from USD 213)
If you are planning to live your beach dream with a vacation to Phillip island in Australia, then this four-bedroom, pet-friendly accommodation in Cowes might just be the perfect place for you. It is at a walking distance from Cowes Beach and Philip Island Wildlife Park is at a distance of 1 mi (1.6 km). Facilities available include free wi-fi, air conditioning, free bike rentals, flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen among other amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Moorabbin Airport is the nearest airport to this place and is located at a distance of 39 mi (62.8 km).
Living The Beach Dream - Pets, WiFi, 4 bdrm, 450m Shops
Address: Redwood Drive, Cowes, Phillip Island, Australia, 3922
9.33 km (5.8 mi) from Penguin Parade
4. Gorgeous guesthouse with exceptional facilities (from USD 164)
Located on Chapel Street in Cowes, this lovely guesthouse is known for its exceptional facilities and clean and tidy premises. They offer a variety of rooms to choose from. From single standard rooms to luxury spa cottages, guests can pick whatever suits their liking and budget. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with amenities like a fully equipped kitchen, gas log fireplace, balcony, smoke detectors, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and a relaxing spa bath. It is at a driving distance from Phillip Island Penguin Parade and at a five-minute walking distance from Cowes Beach. The town centre is also accessible on foot. One has to be 16 years and above to be able to stay here. It is a pet-friendly place with the pets being allowed in the Luxury Spa Cottages and the Seaside Studio. There are some places where pets are not allowed though, like the Guesthouse Rooms.
Holmwood Guesthouse
Address: 37 Chapel Street, Cowes, Phillip Island, Australia, 3922
10.3 km (6.4 mi) from Penguin Parade
5. Cosy little cottage for a large family (from USD 283)
Located on Honeysuckle Grove is this property with exceptional on-premise facilities and excellent service. This holiday home has 3 bedrooms and is at a distance of 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Cowes Beach. Pets are allowed on the property but may call for additional charges. There is no internet access and therefore, it is perfect for people who would want to have a quiet and peaceful holiday. Amenities include a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a separate dining area, and a deck with garden views. There is an indoor fireplace and also a smoke detector in the rooms. Free parking is available on the premises for guests who wish to come in their private vehicles. Children are welcome on the property and so are the pets.
Tidal Bells
Address: 23 Honeysuckle Grove, Silverleaves, Phillip Island, Australia, 3922
11.65 km (7.3 mi) from Penguin Parade
6. Fabulous beach house for a family getaway (from USD 226)
The Nautical Mile Beach House in Cowes is a pet-friendly Airbnb on Phillip Island with three bedrooms and can house seven guests at a time. This pet-friendly beach house is fully fenced and has free wi-fi. There is a little playground on the premises for families with kids and pets. The town centre, as well as the beach, are accessible by foot. Kitchen is fully furnished and equipped to enable people to enjoy home-cooked food even while away from home. The rooms are spacious and air-conditioned. All major tourist attractions are in close proximity, making this place a sought-after home to stay while vacationing in Australia.
Top guest reviews
Host:
kasia is a great hostkasia was a responsive host toothis host is recommended by a friendkids friendly place and nice hosthome was well equipped and family friendlyLocation:
convenient location and thoughtful designgreat location with lovely housethe place is quite central to the attractionsgood sleep good location and easy to findperfect location near to penguin paradeCleanliness:
clean & spacious cozy apartmentvery clean and nice placeclean & tidy as wellit was clean and well furnishedclean and have everything that we needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
tastefully done up kids room has toys and a nice double decker bedbeautiful place and the little one loves the toys bunk bed and backyardthe kids room has a play area which is stocked with various toys for both boys and girlscomfy beds and great for big groups of friends or families
7. Clean house for 10 guests (from USD 146)
This two-bedroom beautiful and clean house is located in Ventnor, Victoria, Australia. It can accommodate up to 10 guests at any given time. Pets are welcome on the property and dog beds and food bowls are also provided separately. Guests can utilise amenities on the premises like outdoor table tennis, adult bikes, kids balance bike and scooter, kids toys, books, beach and sporting equipment. A minimum stay of two nights is required to book this place. The minimum criteria for booking increases to three nights during peak periods and holidays. TV, fully equipped kitchen, smoke alarm, hairdryer etc., are some of the other things that let guests enjoy a comfortable stay.
Top guest reviews
Host:
karen is a superb hostkaren is a lovely host with a quick response time and a very well spoken and understanding mannershe was thoughtful and kind to offer us an early check in and late check outkaren is an excellent host who quickly responded to all of my inquirieskaren was really kind and helpfulLocation:
great location for a quiet getaway near the beachnice location and comfortable staygorgeous location and beautiful homegreat place in a great locationlocation is great with a beach just a stone throw awayCleanliness:
clean bathroom and bedsbeds were a bit dusty (we rewatched the sheets) and some pots and pans weren’t that cleanonly downside is it wasn’t as clean as we would’ve likedvery clean lots of fun games to play and great facilitiesproperty was neat and tidy but with a few extra cleaning things to be improvedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
modern bathroom and kitchen with full amenities made the stay very accessible and comfortablein the family room there is a tv along with lots of entertainment for the kids
8. Marvellous home with a hot tub (from USD 184)
One of the best beach houses on Phillip Island, this property has four bedrooms with seven beds. It can accommodate up to 10 people at any given point in time and is pet-friendly. The location of this property is great as it is close to the beach as well as the town centre. The house is very spacious and comes with all modern-day amenities such as a hot tub, and a fully equipped kitchen to make for a comfortable stay.
The outdoor area has fencing all around to provide safety and security to pets and little kids playing in the open. The fence also provides privacy to guests if they are relaxing in the outdoor space. Both the front and the back yards have sun lounges to enable people to bask in the afternoon sun.
Top guest reviews
Host:
bec is a wonderful host and always responded quickly to any questions or concernsbec was a great host from start to finishbec is a great hostfantactic host really made life easybec was a great host and lovely to deal withLocation:
perfect location for beach and locationexcellent location 2min walk to beachamazing location and size of housegreat location close to beach and townthe location is fantastic very close to the beach and an easy walk into the main streetCleanliness:
fantastic clean and thoughtful spacebeautiful and very clean house perfect for a groupeverything was clean and tidy and had a fantastic weekendclean and very spacious with everything you need includedhouse is very spacious and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great house perfect for 2 families or with teenagers as has spa pool table 2 living rooms etcthe accommodation is beautiful large spacious lounge room and a kitchen with all the utilities we neededsuper comfortable beds and couches kitchen was well stocked and the hot tub was brillianta great place for a large group plenty of room to movei loved that there were two living room and the fireplace is amazing
9. Four-bedroom haven near the sea (from USD 184)
This 4-bedroom, pet-friendly accommodation is situated at a distance of just 400 metres (1312.3 ft) from the beach. The 4 bedrooms have 11 beds in all and can sleep 12 guests comfortably. The rooms are spacious and air-conditioned and amenities like TV, washer, heater, equipped kitchen, smoke alarms etc make it a comfortable place to stay. Free parking is available on the premises and there is free street parking as well. It is a cosy place, perfect for a vacation with family.
Top guest reviews
Host:
sonja was a great host answering all my questions and very accommodatingsonja was also very responsive before and throughout our entire staythe check-in was easy the host explained everything very well and made things easy to understandthe host (sonja) is exceptionally proactive and responsive to guest communicationsonja was a wonderful host and the facilities and location of the property were greatLocation:
really close to attractionssuper location close to the beachgreat house great locationsuperb house in an ideal locationthe location was great tooCleanliness:
a very clean big housethe house are clean and tidythe house is clean spacious and comfortableeverything was super clean and sonja responds almost instantlyall round the house was spotless and perfect place to stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lovely balcony and outdoor tablelots of room great deckplenty of beds lovely housethe kitchen is located upstairs and we had a lovely dinner outside the spacious deck overlooking the quiet neighbourhoodthe house was great lots of space and room for the kids
10. Quiet and relaxing stay near Cowes Beach
If you are looking for a pet-friendly, well-located property to spend your vacation in Cowes, then this property is the place for you. It is a three-bedroom home that can house up to ten guests at any given time. To provide a comfortable stay to its guests, there are a number of facilities like a fully equipped kitchen, TV, video and CD player, dishwasher, microwave, free wi-fi and free parking. The location of this property is excellent and attractions like Phillip Island Wildlife Park, A Maze’N Things, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Phillip Island Chocolate Factory etc., are all in close proximity. Market and restaurants are also nearby making for a convenient stay.
Tranquility in Cowes
Address: Kenwyn Crt
8.88 km (5.6 mi) from Penguin Parade
Have a nice vacation with your loyal friend
There are a number of stay options as listed above where you can take your pets along. There are a variety of hotels, Airbnbs, camping grounds, and even dog-friendly caravan parks on Phillip Island. Go ahead and choose the one that suits all your requirements and we are sure you will have a fun-filled holiday in Phillip Island, Australia, with your loyal friends.
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