Anyone looking for a quintessential beach getaway should visit Tweed Heads, Australia, at least once. Nestled on the north coast of New South Wales (NSW), it boasts picturesque beaches and lush rainforests. You can enjoy various water-based activities, such as kayaking and surfing. You can go on a cruise if you prefer a more relaxing activity. Further, you can hike and explore the scenic wetlands and forests. Many outdoor areas in town are pet-friendly, so even your four-legged friends can enjoy a nice change of scenery. Find out where you can stay with them and look at the best pet- & dog-friendly accommodations in Tweed Heads, Australia, below.
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 May 28, 2025.
Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Tweed Heads, Australia
1. Salt Village Retreat (from USD 579)
This house provides 35 sq m (377 sq. ft.) of living space, welcoming huge families on a beach getaway. It features a backyard with a huge deck, which is an ideal spot for outdoor entertainment. Surrounded by tropical gardens, this backyard is the perfect space for a family barbecue. While you are busy grilling, the kids can play in the heated swimming pool.
This property is also pet-friendly, allowing two dogs less than 25 kg (55 lbs) for 100 AUD (70 USD) each per night. If you plan to bring your pets, ensure you confirm with the host upon booking.
Top guest reviews
Host:
beautiful home, was very relaxingbeautifully designed house with all the mod cons and excellent qualityvery beautiful homethis home is just wonderful and damon is a great host personally greeting you on arrival and giving you a thorough walk through all aspects of the housewe were so lucking with weather and whale watching and can highly recommend spice den for dinnerLocation:
it is in a great location, a 2 minute walk to the beach, close to shops and restaurantsthe location is perfect, just a stones throw away from the beachwalking distance to the beach and salt village and close supermarkets nearbythere are plenty of shops, cafes and place to eat within a short distance from the housevery convenient to cafes, beaches & shopsCleanliness:
the rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished5 bedrooms 2 living rooms and 3 bathrooms with 3 toiletspersonally greeted by damon with thankspool and spa were everything we hoped for and spent everyday in it after the beach which was 2 min walk awaytop quality fittings and we really appreciated the added extrasRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
everything was provided including extra towels for the pool and all the little incidentalsthe other 3 bedrooms upstairs are large in size and all had king beds and they all shared a large main bathroom with separate toiletthe 4th & 5th bedrooms were downstairs with one room a king size room and the other a dedicated children's room complete with two trundle beds and room for kids to playalso upstairs was a second lounge room with large lounge, wall mounted large tv, bar fridge and balcony complete with table and chairsthere are 5 bedrooms in total, the master bedroom so large it's amazing along with the enormous ensuite with double shower
2. Beach-inspired house with a swimming pool
This beach-inspired house promises you a leisurely stay in town, featuring many recreational facilities for your enjoyment. It also ensures convenient access to many beaches, cafes, and restaurants. To help you get around easily, the host has two bicycles and four scooters that you can use. If you do not feel like going out, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the swimming pool.
This property is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring a dog less than 25 kg (55 lbs). Thus, you do not need to leave your four-legged friend at home while on vacation.
Accommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Location:
house was beautiful perfect locationthis beautiful home at casuarina was the perfect place to relax and unwind with a group of friendsRead more reviewsCleanliness:
house was beautiful and cleanthe house was clean and exactly as it was described on the websitesuper spacious modern clean and a well-thought out layout
3. Modern house with a fenced backyard (from USD 193)
Situated on Cabarita Beach, this modern house is suitable for families on a beach vacation. It provides quick access to numerous recreational opportunities, such as cycling and surfing. Pets are welcome here. If you are staying with your four-legged friends, you can play with them in the fenced backyard or walk them on the shore. The rental allows up to two dogs due to local regulations. Moreover, make sure to keep your pets off the beds and lounges in consideration of the other guests.
You can also bring your own boat and park it in the backyard. Thanks to the outdoor shower, you can easily rinse the sand off your body when you return from the beach.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host is a super hostgraham was super helpfulthe owner was very helpful with local area advice and provided good details for arrivalgood communication with nice ownerowner graham was a pleasure to deal with and the house was extremely well appointedLocation:
we loved the location being a 2 minute walk to 4 different beaches including a dog friendly onethe location was perfect to walk to the beach or to the shopsfriendly locals and handy shopping with woolworths within walking distancethe bowls club and cheeky chopstick restaurant was a great location to celebrate our daughters birthdayoverall the perfect beach house and location and we can't wait to come backRead more reviewsCleanliness:
this property was very clean and very well stockedvery clean very nicely fitted out great yard for our dog and graham was lovely to deal withit was really clean and well equipped with a huge yard for the doggraham provides a very clean and comfortable home
4. Studio unit with a fully fenced garden (from USD 101)
Set in a quiet neighborhood in town, this studio unit is perfect for couples seeking a peaceful beach retreat. It is only a minute away from a secluded beach and 15 minutes away from Gold Coast Airport. You can stay with your pets here. However, ensure you seek the host’s approval if you wish to bring your four-legged friends. The fully fenced garden allows you to play with your pets outside without worry.
5. Lovely house with an outdoor entertainment area (from USD 598)
This lovely house boasts a desirable location in town, only a few minutes away from several beaches, cafes, and restaurants. It features an outdoor entertainment area with barbecue facilities, making it easy for you to host family cookouts. Thanks to the fully functional kitchen, you can also prepare other dishes.
After eating, you can relax in the swimming pool or sunbathe on one of the sunbeds. The host allows you to bring one pet only. Moreover, your kids and pet can play on the lawn.
Top guest reviews
Location:
excellent location very short walk to salt village and restaurantsawesome location so close to beach and salt villagea last minute booking but so glad we found this placefantastic location wonderful property we had an amazing timethe location to the beach and restaurants was absolutely perfectCleanliness:
house very clean and well equipped with everything you needgreat location property is clean and has everything you needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great pool and outdoor space
6. Serenity Beach Retreat (from USD 750)
If you are in town for the holidays, this charming house could be your home away from home. It features 500 sq m (5,382 sq. ft.) of living space, accommodating large families and groups. You can play pool or table tennis if you have no plans of going out. Thanks to the wet bar, you can easily prepare cocktails. You may also spend quality time with your loved ones in the swimming pool.
Pets are allowed here. If you are staying with your pets, feel free to run around with them in the fully fenced backyard.
Top guest reviews
Host:
was sand all through the mats, built up dirt and cobwebs everywherewe loved the unit and locationboth my family and our friends family really enjoyed our stay during the easter long weekendwas a bit quieter than i expected being in a resort style setting, so this was welcomedbrand new apartment, beautifully presentedLocation:
beach is across the road and beautiful for walksa group of 8 mums wanting to have some 'me' time booked this "beach pad" that certainly lived up to it's namejust a short drive to kingscliff or cabarita for markets, shops and retaurantsthe unit was in a great location with only a short walk to an amazing thai restaurant 'the spice den'keys were a bit tricky to work out, but is to be expected in a secure complexRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
not enough towels provided and pool cues etc all need repairs including pool tablevery large property with everything you need, right next to the beachsmall gripe but if your going to provide it then should be usablegreat pool, but had to fight kids off for the spamodern apartment with good facilities
7. Ocean Blue (from USD 609)
This house is the perfect base camp for families who want to explore the town. Guaranteeing you can relax throughout your stay, it features two living rooms on the first level and another on the second level. If you want to breathe fresh air, you can hang out in the pool area or on the balcony in the master bedroom.
Do not think twice about bringing your kids and pets here. The front yard is spacious enough for the young ones and your four-legged friends to play.
Top guest reviews
Host:
property managers very helpfulthanks to the staff for all the extra effort when fridge wasn't workingvery accommodating and enjoyablevery accommodating and enjoyableLocation:
this holiday house is situated in a perfect locationgreat location close to beaches spacious and well appointedclose to beach would be great for a quiet beach holidaythe property has plenty of room great pool and fantastic locationvery accommodating and close to the beach shops and everything we could have wanted for our holidayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fabulous kitchen very well equipped comfortable beds plenty of room for our family 4 generations had a wonderful stay
8. Airy house with a private courtyard (from USD 488)
Originally constructed in the 1930s, this airy house has been restored to provide contemporary accommodation by the beach. It features original timberwork and high ceilings that create an inviting indoor living space. The bifold doors lead to the spacious balcony. While the kids play in the backyard, you can chill on the balcony or private courtyard. This rental is pet-friendly. If you are staying with your four-legged friends, you can spend quality time with them in the backyard.
Top guest reviews
Host:
will be back next year management good thank you owners for helping usthe property is also pet friendly which was a bonus that we could bring our fury friendhad a lovely time agent very helpful with a few first day issues great for whole stayLocation:
the house and location was perfectgreat holiday house in a fantastic locationwe thought the location was great (close to the beach and shops etc)walking distance to everything and everything you need for the perfect family beach holidayhighly recommend this property if you would like a beach holiday and close to everythingRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the property was clean and tidy and well maintainedwe booked this property for a quick little getaway the property was clean and tidy
9. Contemporary house with river views
This contemporary house is ideal for family vacations in town. It has a cozy indoor living space with a formal lounge, family room, fully equipped kitchen, and laundry room. Through the sliding glass doors, you can access the front balcony overlooking the river. This balcony has a seating area and barbecue facilities, so you can have a cookout without a hitch.
Well-trained pets are welcome here. However, ensure you always watch over them because this property is not fenced.
Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
10. House with a timber deck (from USD 134)
Located 0.3 km (0.2 mi) away from the nearest beach, this house promises an idyllic beach holiday for the whole family. It has a timber deck with a seating area and barbecue facilities, so you can enjoy a family cookout when you return from the beach.
If you want to bring your pets, this rental allows you to bring up to two cats of any size, or two small- to mid-sized dogs and are only allowed inside the place. You only need to pay an additional pet fee of 38 AUD (27 USD). They can run around the fully fenced backyard. You may also take them for a walk at an off-leash beach, about 1 km (0.6 mi) away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was very helpful and easy and pleasant to deal withnice place very pet friendly - lovely host all very easyhouse was perfect for us large rooms and pet friendlyLocation:
the location is spot on and miss mika for the best coffee around is close bythanks to phil for letting us stay in his beautiful home cracking location great communicationoverall a nice place to get away and connect with the familyCleanliness:
the house was clean and very comfynice property clean and functionalthis house is comfortable clean and spacious with everything we needed for an easy stress-free holidayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
enjoy a coffee and book on the elevated covered deck or just stare down into the swimming poolloved the outside deck beautiful gardens and swimming pooltoo cold to swim but pool and pool deck looked nicethe house is relaxed and comfortable and the back deck pool area and pizza oven are amazing
Explore Tweed Heads with your pets
Tweed Heads promises an exciting escape from the hustle and bustle. If you plan to visit with your pets, ensure you check out these best pet- & dog-friendly accommodations in Tweed Heads, Australia.
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