Top 10 Pet- & Dog-Friendly Accommodations In Yeppoon, Australia - Updated 2024

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Yeppoon, with its mild yet glorious weather, a range of Australian fauna and gorgeous scenery, is a stunning destination to explore. It is a gem on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, with a waterfront that boasts numerous pristine beaches and ample water activities. If driving out of central Yeppoon is not a problem for you, don’t forget to plan a visit to the world-famous Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary and feed a range of indigenous wildlife such as koalas and kangaroos. What’s more, this brilliant Australian city is not just a winner for tourists, but also for furry friends. Dogs are allowed at landmarks such as Farnborough Beach, and the ferry to the nearby Great Keppel Island is also dog-friendly. So this is the perfect place to bring your dogs for a trip! Scroll over for the top pet- & dog-friendly accommodations in Yeppoon, 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.

1. Charming vacation abode (from USD 182)

Check out this amazing rental located on a cliff. This spacious accommodation is spread across two floors and offers some brilliant views of Yeppoon as well as the ocean. You can spend days admiring panoramic views from the swing seat on the deck.

Pets are also welcome here, but remember to bring their essentials along. Also, do remember to clean up after your furry friends. Please note that you may incur additional charges in case the rental is found damaged or dirty by your pets.

Stayed at this property?
Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia
40.08 km (25.0 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
49 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 7 Beds 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
plenty of room for cars even large 4x4’s room for the kids or dogs to play down stairs
Cleanliness:
needs deep clean or replacement
Host:
agent though was helpful and fairly communicative
Location:
fantastic location easy to organise and accurate to the pictures and description
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2. Comfortable dog-friendly suite

Here’s a comfortable dog-friendly rental unit where non-shedding dogs are welcome with prior notice. The large, grassy backyard is the ideal spot for your little buddy to rollick in Yeppoon’s glorious outdoors. As for you, a quiet afternoon relishing amazing views of the garden and the mountains from the private deck might be entirely worth it.

If you are planning to bring your pooch along, you need to share its detailed description and the pet’s behaviour with other animals beforehand to confirm your reservation at the rental. Also, note that the host’s own pet dogs stay on-site.

Stayed at this property?
Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia
40.2 km (25.0 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
151 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great little space to relax and unwind and very functional with aircon equipped kitchenette and large tv
beautiful view of the mountain quiet comfortable and plenty of privacy
Cleanliness:
the place was clean and tidy
jo’s place was very clean and tidy
this is a clean and beautiful house
private clean and very comfortable
nicely decorated comfortable clean modern
Host:
jo and family were lovely hosts
jo and mark were wonderful hosts and have such lovely accommodation
very nicely decorated and with a great helpful host too
would highly recommend them as hosts and their property
jo and her husband mark are welcoming hosts and we enjoyed staying at their place for the week end
Location:
close to yeppoon central and yet so peaceful and quiet
so close to all of yeppoon's attractions
fantastic location which was such a short drive to the foreshore
a wonderful place to stay
couldn't fault our stay very peaceful area and only a quick drive to the shops and beach
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Nearby pet-friendly vacation rentals

3. Rental near a dog-friendly beach (from USD 102)

Here’s a pet-friendly accommodation in Taranganba. While here, the fully fenced rear garden is the perfect spot to play a game of fetch with your furry buddy. Guests can consider heading out to Lammermoor Beach, a dog-friendly beach within walking distance of this property. Your pooches can even remain off-leash before 8am and after 4pm at the beach. There is also a dog park that has agility equipment to tire out your furry friend.

Stayed at this property?
Taranganba, Queensland, Australia
39.09 km (24.3 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
35 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Host:
we really enjoyed this space and able to host a family dinner
Location:
this is a lovely house in a great location
this is a beautiful little house in a great location
great location and property but a bit dated
located just out of town was quiet and a peaceful place to stay
the neighbourhood is quite and relaxing
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4. Peaceful home near a dog-friendly beach

This fully furnished pet-friendly vacation rental is located in Emu Park. House-trained indoor pets are permitted at this rental. They can be left unattended indoors but not in the garden outside. Remember to keep them out of the bedrooms unless they are sleeping in their own pet beds. The fenced backyard is the perfect spot for you to spend an energetic play session with your pet. 

Also, you can head out to the nearby Fisherman’s Beach, which is a dog-friendly area. A section of the beach is designated leash-free on weekdays, so your pooches can run around freely and enjoy the beachy ambience. 

Stayed at this property?
Emu Park, Queensland, Australia
38.14 km (23.7 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
342 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 8 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable house with modern amenities and appliances
great lots of room for kids
Cleanliness:
very clean and roomy house
the house was clean and had a great yard for my dog to stretch his legs in
beautiful and clean new house in a quiet neighborhood
peaceful clean easy going
it was spacious clean and very comfortable
Host:
lovely host and we really enjoyed our stay here
5 responsive & friendly host
great host great spot very happy
a lovely quiet well appointed spacious home to relax near the family friendly beach front
the house is very dog friendly and stephanie is quick to respond to any queries
Location:
great location with 5 min walk to beaches
good place and near to beach
massive house very close to excellent beaches
great house & great location
great location great value and great house
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5. Pegasus Horse Park (from USD 77)

Treat your furry buddy to a lavish farm stay at Pegasus Horse Park. It is a 5- to 10-minute drive away from Yeppoon proper. There are sprawling open fields at this farm where your pets can run around all day. However, remember that this is a horse farm, so keep an eye on your furry buddy while they’re rollicking outdoors. Note that up to two pets of any size are permitted to stay at the rental. 

Stayed at this property?

38.53 km (24.0 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
8 reviews   Wifi Available
cottage 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
paul was nothing short of an excellent host and had an amazing place to stay at
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6. Neat home with wraparound deck (from USD 325)

If you want to stay near the Emu Park area, then this rental will be perfect for you. The wraparound deck offers stunning beach views on all sides. The town centre is just a 10-minute walk away. Pets are welcome here and there are ample open grounds where your little buddies can enjoy the outdoors. However, guests are advised to be careful since these are unfenced areas.

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Emu Park, Queensland, Australia
37.36 km (23.3 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
60 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire villa 4 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the furnishings are both comfortable and very tasteful
Host:
sherry is a very helpful and gracious host
sherry was a helpful host who was personable and easy to contact
awesome views and friendly host we will definitely return to this gorgeous house
a well stocked kitchen and sherry was very helpful
Location:
relaxing and a unique location
we were impressed by the location its truly one of a kind
spectacular location and sherry is a terrific host
would totally recommend this place for a family get together or a girls trip
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7. Cooee Cottage

Cooee Cottage is a good pet-friendly stay option in Cooee Bay. Pets are allowed upon request at this charming beach cottage. The backyard is an ideal spot for them to enjoy indoors. Alternatively, you can even take them to the nearby dog-friendly Cooee Bay Beach for a thoroughly fun day in the sands. Your dogs would be delighted, especially since the beach has off-leash hours before 8am and after 4pm.

Stayed at this property?
Cooee Bay, Queensland, Australia
39.62 km (24.7 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
209 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a comfortable cottage for a short or longer stay
a thoroughly comfortable well-equipped home ample supplied with basic food needs and then some
Cleanliness:
beautiful home with a huge verandah and was clean and comfortable and homely
needs tlc and spring clean
Host:
helen and harry are approachable and responsive
plus the host are fantastic and quick to answer any queries
easy check-in even though we didn't meet up with owners and handy to park car securely off road
the cottage has everything we need and helen and harry are excellent hosts
Location:
close to the beach secure for pets and central to everything
great spot close to everything
such a beautiful location
fantastic location we had a lovely time thanks
beautiful location with a homely feel
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8. JoySeas (from USD 104)

JoySeas is a comfortable beach house, ideal to host families travelling with dogs. Prior notice is necessary if you’re planning to bring your pooch along, with details about their name, size and breed. While the onsite yard is a fenced one, it is not advisable to let your dog free if they have a tendency to escape.

Emu Park Main Beach, about 150 m (492 ft) away from the rental, is an amazing spot to take your pooches for a great day outdoors. There is a dog-friendly off-leash area here too, which operates on weekdays.

Stayed at this property?
Emu Park, Queensland, Australia
37.59 km (23.4 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
207 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 3 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
some of the guest said it reminded them of their grandparents house so they were very comfortable
the new much larger tv was awesome
Cleanliness:
very clean and tidy
this cottage was close to the beach and clean and tidy
Host:
host was great to deal with
kerrilyn was a great host wonderful with her communication
the host was great and quick to respond the additional little touches to the home were perfect
the host has many made it a welcoming place to stay
if you’re wanting a getaway that is a wholesome family friendly stay this would be the place
Location:
the location was perfect walking distance from everything
the location was excellent and was a short walk away from the main shopping street
the location is absolutely perfect
awesome location close to beach shops etc
it has a great location walking distance from the beech and the town centre
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9. Good pet-friendly stay option (from USD 115)

Check out this neat vacation rental in Bangalee where pets are permitted. You can take them to the beach which is right outside your door, extending both left and right of the property. You can also opt to take a dip in the beachside pool. There are designated off-leash areas, operational before 8am and after 4pm, where your lovely pooches can play around in an amazingly refreshing coastal ambience.

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Bangalee, Queensland, Australia
45.42 km (28.3 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
49 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 3 Beds 2 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable accomodation with plenty of space to relax
pool amazing great size again accessible and very cool enchanted lush gardens and plenty of space
the pool was welcome relief from the heat
Cleanliness:
the accommodation was very clean and offered you all you needed
very spacious and clean
the place was clean and has everything you would need
the place was clean neat and bigger than i expected
Host:
sallie was an amazing host
sallie is a very welcoming host
sallie is a very welcoming and friendly host
sallie was welcoming and very helpful
super friendly and way bigger place than expected
Location:
the location is great with the beach just a couple of minutes walk from the door
location is amazing sea breeze and pool- fantastic
a perfect location great accommodation with a super comfortable bed and a 5 star host
the swimming pool and the beach so close made our holiday awesome
charming home prime location outstanding hospitality
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10. Private accommodation near a river (from USD 106)

Here’s a charming accommodation in Lakes Creek. It offers direct access to Fitzroy River as well as a private boat ramp, so avenues for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating and more are plenty for guests. Pets are also allowed at this rental, but only with prior approval. The large garden outside is where your little buddies can spend most of their time. 

However, note that this property is not fully fenced, so those planning to bring their furry friends along must not leave them unattended.

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Lakes Creek, Queensland, Australia
8.11 km (5.1 mi) from Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
166 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
air conditioning was awesome as there is a heat wave at present
house is comfortable with aircon in every room
the yard is big the area quite and the outdoor kitchen area is amazing
house was nice with plenty of room
Cleanliness:
clean prompt and friendly service
a nice clean and tidy house on the river with a great undercover outdoor area
Host:
jess was a very good host
hosts quail and jessy were very responsive and accommodating
hosts were wonderful and couldn't do enough
Location:
awesome location for a fishing holiday
great location with a large entertaining area
great place and great location
wonderful place to stay and perfect location
what an awesome location we absolutely loved our stay
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Bring your furry buddies along

With perfectly comfortable pet-friendly accommodations being made available, you no longer need to leave your pets behind with a sitter. Choose any of the properties listed in this article for an amazing stay for you and your furry friends.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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