Accessible AND Pet-Friendly Accommodation- is that possible? Yes, it is! It used to be such a challenge finding accommodation that is truly accessible, let alone allowing us to take our treasured pooch on a holiday. Not anymore. Accessible Accommodation have several pet-friendly holiday accommodation locations around Australia. Our tribe of property owners are dog lovers too. Let me share them with you. CITY PET-FRIENDLY STAYS Victoria Quest Mont AlbertPet-friendly apartments. No longer do you have to stress about leaving your best friend behind. Quest St Kilda RoadStay in the beautiful apartments in St Kilda with your pet. Quest DandenongFeel at home in peaceful surroundings. Small/Medium dogs are accepted, fee applies. Quest Dandenong CentralFully accessible property with five accessible apartments. Pets are welcome. Quest Caroline Springs4 Star apartment hotel located within Melbourne suburbs. Pets friendly, fee applies. Quest Burwood EastPet-friendly accommodation in the heart of Melbourne’s East. Western Australia Choices House Floreat - PerthSCIA (Spinal Cord Injuries Australia) offers this family pet-friendly retreat in Perth. Quest East Perth7 x One Bedroom wheelchair-accessible apartments.  And it is pet-friendly! Queensland Quest Eight Mile Plains – BrisbanePerfectly positioned within the thriving Brisbane Technology Park. Pet-friendly too! Quest Breakfast Creek7 accessible studio apartments. Pet friendly. Additional charges apply. Quest Chermside on Playfield – Brisbane54 light-filled rooms come equipped with kitchenettes. Pet friendly too. Quest Woolloongabba BrisbaneSelect from one-, two- and three-bedroom pet-friendly apartments with 5 Accessible apartments on offer. New South Wales Quest Campbelltown (Sydney)Pet-friendly accessible serviced apartments in Sydney's western suburbs. Quest Penrith (Sydney)In the heart of Penrith. Small/Medium dogs are accepted in selected rooms. Quest at Sydney Olympic ParkServices Apartments. Easy access to sporting and event venues. Pet-friendly rooms are available. Quest Mascot Apartment HotelTwo-bedroom accessible pet-friendly apartments close to Sydney Airport. Northern Territory Quest Palmerston Darwin-based pet-friendly accessible apartment. COUNTRY PET-FRIENDLY STAYS Victoria Countrywide Cottages – OtwaysBring your four-legged mate along to help you fully enjoy your break away. Country House Retreat – GippslandA modern pet-friendly holiday home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms.  Fisheye 9- Great Ocean Road Sleeps up to 4 guests, ocean views. South Australia Inclusion Houseboat RenmarkPets are negotiable by arrangement with management. Queensland Lake Tinaroo Holiday ParkPet-friendly holiday park a stone's throw from Lake Tinaroo in Far North Queensland. New South Wales Big4 Colonial Holiday ParkPet friendly accessible holiday park is set opposite the Crowdy Bay national park. Hollyhall Farm3-bedroom accessible pet friendly cottage located in the Southern Highlands. COASTAL PET-FRIENDLY STAYS Victoria Fisheye Apollo Bay – Apollo BayPet-friendly accessible accommodation sleeps up to four guests. Heritage House – Point LonsdaleA haven of luxury and comfort. Well behaved pets are welcome. Jade Cottage – Point LonsdaleDelightfully spacious pet friendly easily accessible one-bedroom cottage. Ruby Cottage – Point LonsdaleStylish pet-friendly accessible retreat ideally situated, close to shops and the beach. Western Australia Quest Freemantle – PerthServiced apartments in the heart of Fremantle. Pet rooms subject to availability. South Australia Sunnynook – Port ElliotA place for a getaway or medium-term accessible accommodation that is also pet friendly. Queensland Big 4 Gold Coast Holiday ParkNearest caravan park to the Gold Coast Theme Parks and it pet-friendly. Quest RobinaClose to Robina Hospital. The property is also pet friendly! Gokula Stay Hervey BayPet-friendly holiday house for people with disabilities of all levels. 7 On Merindah – Coochiemudlo IslandPerfect for people with disabilities of all levels, enjoy the island’s serenity with your furry friend. New South Wales Beach Suites Byron BayEnjoy these stylish boutique studios and large airy pet-friendly apartments in this iconic town. Seafarers Diamond BeachDog-friendly accessible beach house with swimming pool and pool hoist. 400 m to the beach. Yamba Getaway1 bedroom pet-friendly unit located 100 meters to the beach. Fully fenced backyard. Quest Cronulla BeachPet-friendly serviced apartments near Cronulla Beach. Ingenia Holidays BrouleeBeachfront accessible holiday park. Pets are only permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins and sites. Ingenia Holidays Eden BeachfrontBeachfront accessible holiday park. Pets are only permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins and sites. Accessible AND Pet-Friendly Accommodation - is that possible? Yes, it is! Tips to ensure you and your furry mate will be welcomed again. Do check these tips to ensure the property owner will welcome you and pooch back again. It’ll also give the property owners a good feeling for the next time someone wants to bring their dog along too. Before you arrive on your holiday- have you “de-flea” Fido? Allow at least two days before arriving for it to be most effective. If your dog has behaviour problems, maybe best to not bring him along this time around. Cleaners are NOT responsible for poop in the garden! Please do ensure you have checked the grass and the garden. There is nothing worse than having to pick up someone else’s dog poop. And a guarantee that you will not be able to return. Avoid letting Fido on the sofas (particularly leather ones!) and the bed. As soon as you arrive, instruct Fido to sit on the dog bed in a spot he can see you.  It’ll help him remember when he is used to sitting on the sofa. Ask the property owner if they supply dog bed and bowls, as some expect you to bring them with you. Check with the property owner for paths that are accessible and pet friendly. This is important. Firstly, in peak season, that dog–friendly beach nearby may be closed to dogs. Secondly, you may be cruising along a lovely scenic bush path that is a part nature reserve. You may need Fido leashed or not bring him along on your stroll. If the property owner cannot answer, the local council websites are great resources. Of course, do be respectful of the law and ensure poop is collected and binned. Can you recommend any useful tips or accommodation for accessible holidays with your pets? Let us know. Kerry View All Pet Friendly Properties

 7 On Merindah, a cosy Coochie Accessible Hideaway - the perfect place to rest, revive and rejuvenate, on Coochiemudlo Island.Coochiemudlo is a small island in Moreton Bay, off the coast of Victoria Point, Qld. It is just a short 10-minute boat journey across the bay, via a ferry or car barge. On Coochiemudlo Island, you get away from the commercialism of the mainland and the pressure of living in this busy modern world. Coochiemudlo Island However, if you have forgotten anything or need a little more civilization, then a bus can be caught off the ferry for a short ride to Victoria Point, where you will find Event Cinemas, the usual shops, fast food restaurants, bars and restaurants. There is even The Sharks social club that has entertainment. As there isn’t a Supermarket, I recommend you bring your groceries for your stay or shop online at Woolworths, as they deliver 3 days a week. Remember, you're here to rest, revive and rejuvenate in a peaceful island setting.

A Blissful LocationEscape the city and immerse yourself in Coochiemudlo Island's serenity. An 8 minute ferry or car barge ride from Victoria Point is a perfect getaway destination. Discover the Tranquil Oasis of 7 On Merindah offering convenience and tranquillity, leaving you refreshed.    About 7 On Merindah at Coochiemudlo7 on Merindah caters to families, couples, and singles in search of diverse accommodation options and newly built property designed with their needs in mind. With a focus on accessibility, it is an excellent choice for individuals with mobility needs or those requiring wheelchair-friendly features. The purpose-built design includes wide hallways, wheelchair ramps, and two decks where guests can relax and enjoy the beautiful island atmosphere. Your stay at 7 on Merindah promises comfort and convenience for all.

Family & Pet-Friendly Accessible Accommodation.Adam Smark, our team member here at Accessible Accommodation, checked out one of our top five accessible places to stay in New South Wales.A recent amputee, Adam understands the challenges in adjusting to a life where accessibility is crucial for his mobility. When Adam uses his prosthetic, he has more flexibility on where to stay. However, we asked Adam to critique Hollyhall as a part-time wheelchair user. This is his story: The Setting:Hollyhall is a working farm and Equestrian Training Centre set in The Southern Highlands, between Sydney and Melbourne. My partner Tracy loves horses, so when I told her we were going to stay at Hollyhall, she jumped at the chance. As we entered the automatic gates and drove down the gravel road, the last remaining autumn leaves, a nip in the air and lush green grass greeted us. Jan and John, the owners ensured the wood fire was burning for our arrival into this cosy cottage.

 Did you know that Accessible Accommodation has over 50 accessible places to stay that are pet friendly? Yes, we do! Our crew all work from home, and all of us have pets. We get how important it is to take your furry buddy on holiday. Meet our team and our pets, and check out the listings that are pet friendly too. SharronSharron manages your bookings.Meet Chase.  He is a 5-year-old Labradoodle that loves helping his mum Sharron in the reservation department. While checking out our Pet-friendly options on our website is his favourite office job he also likes to bark at the postman. Chase JoshJosh manages our bookings and listings. He wrote you a poem!

 The best feature of the SeaChange village of Barwon Heads is miles of level footpaths. Located a 90-minute drive from Melbourne CBD, Barwon Heads is perhaps best known as the location where the popular TV series Seachange was filmed. Ensconced between golf courses, wetlands and the ocean, it possibly explains why Barwon Heads retains its “villagey” feel.Whether you use a cane, walking frame, an electric or standard wheelchair, There is nothing better than being able to explore in the sunshine. You will be spoilt for choice when staying in Barwon Heads.100 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads. Close to beach & shops.You may want to stop for a loo break, a BBQ or let the kids play in the playground. The toilets are clean and wheelchair accessible too. Our featured property is 100 Hitchcock, located in the centre of the village. Setting out from here, there’s a lovely tea tree path that meanders along the Barwon river into town.The paths are all level, and gravel paving. Occasionally you may hit a spot of beach sand after a windy day but for the most part, enjoy meandering along the Tea tree path and watch the birdlife.

Picture this…..Accessible Accommodation set in the Southern Highlands. Hollyhall Farm offers full accessibility, from the moment you enter this brand new cottage, tastefully decorated in a bright and cheery horse theme.Free-flowing open plan living, this pet-friendly accommodation offers guests the use of a patient lifter hoist, electric bed, an indoor heated swimming pool with a pool hoist, accessible tennis court, Equine Therapy and much, much more! Owned by Johnny (who is a wheelchair user) and his wife Jan, Hollyhall caters from low to the HIGHEST DISABILITY needs. Pool and ponies, horses and nature This three-bedroom cottage shares its site with a busy equestrian facility that sees riders and pupils coming and going every day. Surrounded by lush farmland, placid horses and miniature ponies greet you. Watch the riders train during the day, stroll along with the concrete and gravel path, then enjoy the solitude, and the glorious Highlands night. A place for respite, holidays and short term accessible accommodation. You'll get to meet Ted, a spoilt rotten miniature pony who keeps the horses in line and the guests entertained. He loves cuddles and will sell his soul for carrots. Ted and Johnny (the owner pictured below) will show you around the cottage and the farm. Some paths are gravel, others are cement, giving you the opportunity to explore this working Farmstay. As Johnny is a wheelchair user himself, the horses are accustomed to wheelchairs and will be very friendly and interactive, allowing guests to take part in horse therapy if they choose at an additional cost.Fun times!This accessible accommodation is cosy in winter and a home away from home. A place for families to get together and create memories around the bright bold, dining table or the log fire. Furthermore, double glazing keeps the place warm in winter, cool in summer.