Coastal Vista

Coastal Vista is a self-contained apartment at 6 Begley Street in Airlie Beach, about 350 metres from the Main Street strip, the lagoon and the beachfront, and it takes dogs by prior arrangement. In a town where most apartments shut the door on pets, a central, walkable base with a small dog in tow is genuinely hard to find, which is what this place is for.

Dogs at Coastal Vista

Pets are strictly by prior arrangement: message the host through the booking platform and clear your dog's breed and size before finalising dates. Listings indicate a limit of one pet, a small dog up to about 10 kilograms, and an extra fee of roughly 50 Australian dollars per pet per stay. Confirm the weight limit, the fee and whether any second pet is possible with the owner at booking, since the details live in the listing rather than a published policy. The apartment allows dogs inside, and the usual practice applies: keep them off the furniture and bring your own pet bed, bowls and familiar gear so the dog settles quickly.

The apartment

It is a two-bedroom apartment with a full kitchen, laundry, air conditioning, a smart TV and a balcony, set up for a family or small group staying a few days. Parking on site often includes a garage, which takes the stress out of Airlie's street parking in peak season. Everything is walkable from the door: the lagoon for a swim, the marina, and the Main Street cafes and restaurants.

Close by with the dogs

The Airlie Beach Boardwalk starts within walking distance and is the go-to on-lead walk, running along the water toward Cannonvale. Boathaven Beach allows dogs on-lead in designated areas, so check the signage before letting the dog off. For off-lead time, the Cannonvale Dog Exercise Area is a short drive away, and Rufus and Co Cafe is a pet-friendly coffee stop in town. If you need a second option, Bella Vista Suite is another Airlie Beach stay that welcomes pets. Compare more dog friendly stays in QLD or the Airlie Beach guide when planning.