Sunshine Coast is located in Queensland, Australia. It spans over 40 miles (60 kilometres) and encompasses beaches, waterways and rainforests. You can go for a hike in the Glass House Mountains or try your best to keep steady on a surfboard with lessons at Coolum Surf School. If you are looking to shop, head to Eumundi Markets, the nation’s largest arts and crafts market. With so many fun activities, it’s a great place to bring your family, including your fur baby. If you are travelling with a pet, read through our list of the top pet-friendly accommodations in Sunshine Coast, 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 April 13, 2024.
Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Sunshine Coast, Australia
1. Home with private pool (from USD 293)
This home is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring up to two pets of any size. The house has a modern design with plenty of room for you and your furry friends to spread out. The house comes with five bedrooms, a perfect vacation rental for your entire family.
The property has a fenced-in yard. You can enjoy a dip in the private pool knowing that your pet is safe. There is also a dog-friendly beach just a short walk away from the house.
Top guest reviews
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added bonus of wi-fi and netflixbeds were super comfyhe promptly supplied two new small portable fan heaters when ones at house did not workthe beds were very comfortable and the space in the house is greatCleanliness:
thought the property was comfortable and cleanHost:
lindsay the owner was great to communicate withlindsay is a great host and did everything to help us enjoy our staythe best part about this property is how responsive the owner was to any of our requeststhe owner communicated really well and made the process very easyowner was great to deal with and we would defiantly stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location just a few minutes walk to the beachthe proximity of the beach and shops were an ideal location and so easy to enjoy the areawas a very easy short walk to the beachclose to beautiful beach (100m ) & short drive to shopsgood location - very close to the dog friendly beach - and lovely pool area
2. Beach home with ocean views (from USD 276)
This stunning beach home with gorgeous views is a pet-friendly space. The hosts allow up to two pets of any size. Note that you may be held responsible for any damage caused to the property.
There are plenty of great outdoor areas for you and your pet to hang out in. Unwind on the hammock chair while your furry family member basks in the sun. You can lounge on the deck and enjoy the ocean view. Additionally, the beach is just 10 minutes away.
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a tv upstairs would also be goodthe beds were extremely comfy and the house had everything you need for a wonderful stayRead more reviewsHost:
lindsay was a great host and more than helpful when i contacted him over the weekendkind regards roy & carolea big thank you to lindsay for looking after us the most friendly owner you could ever meet
3. Beach house in Mooloolaba (from USD 194)
This renovated beach house welcomes your furry friend as it has a pet-friendly policy. Guests must get their pets approved by the owner in advance. As per house rules, pets should remain outdoors, unless otherwise allowed by the host. There is a pet fee of 20 AUD (13 USD).
The property has three bedrooms and sleeps six guests. You can enjoy a meal under the covered patio while your pet roams around the grassy area. You can also hang out by the beach where your pet can play in the water.
Top guest reviews
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everything you could need in the kitchen and the under cover deck was greatthe house was extremely comfortableCleanliness:
lovely clean and comfortable holiday house in mooloolabacomfortable quiet and cleanthe polished concrete floors gave us piece of mind and were easy to cleanthe property is clean and modern with great amenities and a lovely little canal accessHost:
the host saskia made us feel very welcome and looked afterthe house was very clean and the owner contacted us to see if we needed anythingRead more reviewsLocation:
actually it was perfect location generalgreat location only a short walk from the beach and shopslovely stay in a good location close to mooloolaba esplanadei loved the location close enough to walk to the beaches shops restaurantseasy walk to the beach and restaurants/cafes
4. Bayz Maroochy Waters (from USD 265)
Bayz Maroochy Waters is a pet-friendly home situated right on the waterfront. The host allows you to bring up to three dogs of any size. You won’t have to leave your furry family members behind as there is no pet fee. Make sure to monitor your furry friends while enjoying time near the fire pit.
One of the rental’s best features is the fenced backyard. There’s a doggy door leading to the fenced garden area so you can enjoy views of the water while knowing your pet can run around safely.
Top guest reviews
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it was great to have use of the kayaks and slide them straight into the canalexcellent location & view, got everything someone need & the owners extremely nicewas fantastic being able to take our little dogit was great to be able to have our little dog with us he loved it including his rides on the kayaksit had everything we needed and moreCleanliness:
the property was very clean and tidy on our arrivalclean,tidy everything supplied,and most of all a place to take our dogs ,thank you very muchHost:
dawn & her husband were very friendly and helpfulwas beautifully set up when we arrivedour small dog, bella, was secure in the back yard and she had a great time exploring the new surroundingsyour hosts are absolutely lovely, happy to have a chat and also give you your space, they are great ambassadors for how friendly and welcoming queensland people arevery pet friendly with a fenced lawn area on the canal sideRead more reviewsLocation:
close to everythingthe property is close to the shops and easy access to the coastlocation is great central to maroochydore, you still need a car to get around but everything is closegood location - next door to sunshine plaza, 15mins to the beach & 30 mins to eumundi marketsvery nice house in a great location
5. Mudjimba Cottage (from USD 113)
The host at Mudjimba Cottage welcomes your pets at no extra cost. Situated in a laid-back village with a dog-friendly neighbourhood, you can bring up to three cats or dogs. Note that the host does require the pets to weigh less than 50 pounds (23 kilograms).
Your fur babies are welcome inside as the whole space has tiled floors. There is a fenced garden area with a table where you can sit and enjoy a meal. You can have your pet join you in the garden without fearing their security. Make sure to vacuum before leaving if you have your pets inside the rental.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
small but private clean and well equippedfound the property to be very clean and tidythe property was clean and comfortable and handy to the beach which was about 300 metres awaycottage very comfortable but outdoors needs a tidy upHost:
well fenced and lots of useful doggy information for pet ownersthe owners were lovely but this cleaning issue did influence my overall experience negativelyRead more reviewsLocation:
very comfortable close to beachgood location close to the beachperfect location to walk to beach and local shopsalso it was in walking distance to the shops and park which had a good kids playgrounda wonderful stay great location cute little house we have booked again
6. Salty Dog Cottage (from USD 128)
With a name like Salty Dog Cottage, it’s no surprise that this cottage is a pet-friendly space. The hosts do request that you let them know if you’ll be bringing any pets. The property has two bedrooms and sleeps six guests.
The home, including the grassy garden, is fully fenced-in so your furry friend can explore safely. Shelly Beach, a dog-friendly area, is just five minutes away from the rental.
Top guest reviews
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there are fans and air conditioning in every room if needed to ensure a comfortable stayCleanliness:
clean and well maintained propertyquiet very clean and well appointedclean and simple everything we needed comfy beds and well equipped kitchenquiet modern clean grannie flat out the back of the main houseRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location close to beaches and shopsgreat location for relaxing for a few nightsin a great location too just love shelly beacha short walk to kings beach but we really enjoyed walking around the headland to moffatteasy walk to kings beach and a bit further to shelly beach
7. Splendour by the lake (from USD 229)
Situated on Currimundi Lake, this house offers gorgeous views and a nice space for dogs to have fun. The host welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs, though they must be approved ahead of booking. You can get some fresh air by the lake with your pet. There is a lovely yard with lush greenery for your furballs to play around. You can also enjoy a meal in the outdoor dining area while your pup soaks up the sun.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
clean and comfortable with a great yard for the dogsclean beautifully presented comfortable and well stocked with all needed essentials and kitchen equipmentRead more reviewsLocation:
such a beautiful locationnice property located backing on to national park and short walk to lakeshorejust a short walk to the lake and the park there is very beautifulthe location allows easy access to everything the coast has on offer and is situated near needed services…we can not fault the property or the location
8. Mudjimba Esplanade Villa (from USD 199)
Mudjimba Esplanade Villa welcomes families and their pets. The property has a pet-friendly policy, though the hosts require pets to stay off the furniture. The garden is a suitable space for the family, furry family members included, to hang out. You can fire up the barbecue and enjoy a meal on the patio where your pet can play freely.
The home is situated just across the dog-friendly Mudjimba Beach.
Top guest reviews
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the place had good facilities especially for larger familieswe had a lovely little holiday in this apartmentCleanliness:
it was lovely and clean and well presentednice and clean holiday rental in a great positionthe property was clean and tidy and it had everything we neededwe stayed for 3 nights and had a quiet and relaxing holiday this unit is clean and well presentedvery clean really helpful ownersHost:
communication with owner was great and they generously gave us early checkinRead more reviewsLocation:
great location good facilities perfect for my dogwas really good and so close to beach n little group shopsthis property is so close to everything with a dog friendly beach just across the roadit was close to everything and the place was clean and perfect for dogs
9. Zeby's Beach Break (from USD 157)
Pets are welcome at Zeby’s Beach Break. Dogs are allowed inside, provided they keep off the carpeted areas and furniture. Additionally, the host requires that you keep your pet outside if you leave the home without them.
The house has a beautiful outdoor space with a patio and space to eat dinner. The yard has a fence, so your four-legged friend can safely join you outdoors. Guests also have access to a pet-friendly beach nearby.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
nice wee sitting area out the back with table chairs and comfy seatingCleanliness:
house wan nice and clean and close to walking track snd beachHost:
emma (the owner) and lexi (who does the cleaning and maintenance) were very attentive and helpfulemma was super helpful with my questions as it was our first getaway with our rescued dogRead more reviewsLocation:
overall great location and had great couple days awaythe neighbourhood is lovely safe and quiet
Pet-friendly hotels and resorts in Sunshine Coast, Australia
10. Saltwater Villas (from USD 149)
Saltwater Villas is a pet-friendly resort. Cats and dogs are welcome, though the resort requests that you get in touch with them ahead of booking if you have more than one pet. There is an extra fee of 50 AUD (32 USD).
Outdoor spaces are fenced-in for the safety of your pet. The resort also provides water bowls for your furry family member. Your pet should not be left alone during your stay. However, a pet minding service is available if you want to go out without your pet.
Enjoy the Sunshine Coast with your furry friends
Sunshine Coast has a great range of pet-friendly options for your travels. From homes on the beach to spaces with private pools, there’s something to suit each traveller and their furry family member. So go ahead and book one of these top pet-friendly accommodations in Sunshine Coast, Australia.
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