Barrabool Hills Retreat
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Where
- Barrabool, VIC
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
Yes, Barrabool Hills Retreat in Barrabool, VIC, allows dogs to stay overnight. The property explicitly describes itself as a "dog friendly" environment. Pet Policy Summary: - Approval: Guests have reported the host is welcoming of dogs. - Size/Type: No specific size limits are publicly listed on their website, though it is advertised as "dog friendly". - Rooms/Areas: The retreat is a 3-bedroom B&B, and pets are accommodated within this setting. - Fees: Detailed pet fees are not listed in the standard tariff information. For the most up-to-date pet policies, fees, and to guarantee space for yo
Barrabool Hills Retreat is a Scottish and English style bed and breakfast on Andersons Road in Barrabool, about 16 kilometres from Geelong and eight minutes off the Ring Road bypass. It is a small, rural stay, three rooms in a shared home setting with gardens running down to Waurn Ponds Creek, and it takes dogs at the host's discretion.
The pet policy. Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement with the host. The property is advertised as dog friendly, but pets must be toilet trained and you need to bring your own bedding or a crate, since none is supplied. No pet fee is published, so confirm the current terms and any breed or number limits directly with the host before booking.
The place. It is a rustic, homely B&B rather than a resort: cosy rooms, a fireplace, comfy beds and shared lounges, decks and a breakfast room. A continental breakfast is included in the tariff, with a cooked option for an extra charge. Reviewers consistently mention the peaceful setting, the views and a welcoming host.
Location and nearby. Being tucked into the Barrabool hills means it is quiet and rural rather than walkable to cafes, so plan to drive. Geelong's cafe strip is about 20 minutes away, and 63 Degrees Highton is a closer stop if you are coming from the Ring Road side. The Surf Coast beaches are also within easy reach for a dog walk before you head back.
Who it suits. Good for owners after a quiet countryside base rather than a beach town buzz, and for dogs who are settled travellers, since this is a shared home rather than a self-contained cabin.
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Book ahead, especially on weekends, and call the host directly to lock in the pet arrangement, room and any extra bedding you will need to bring for your dog.
Sources
- Geelong B&B Accommodation near Surf Coast in Barrabool, Victoria · barraboolhillsretreat.com.au
- Geelong B&B Accommodation Tariff - Barrabool Hills Retreat · barraboolhillsretreat.com.au
- Barrabool Hills Retreat B&B, Vic.Q.2. - Australia - Airbnb · airbnb.com.au
- BARRABOOL HILLS RETREAT in 230 Andersons Rd · localsearch.com.au
Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.
Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
