Peaceful Tropical Oasis

This is a private, Bali-style holiday villa in residential Coolum Beach, set back from David Low Way and roughly 1.5 kilometres from the surf club and the town centre. It sleeps up to eight across four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the owner lists it as dog friendly: pets are considered on request, with a preference for small, non-shedding dogs and a maximum of two.

Dogs at the villa

The ground rules come straight from the listing. Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement rather than automatically, so message the host before you book and describe your dog. The stated preference is for small, non-shedding breeds, up to two dogs, and dogs must not be left alone at the property at any time. Listings show pets welcomed without an explicit pet fee, but confirm any cleaning or bond conditions with the owner directly, since terms can differ between booking platforms. The gardens are private and give a secure outdoor space, and the listing references a fenced plunge pool area, so ask specifically how the pool fence relates to the yard boundaries if your dog will be loose in the garden.

The vibe

Balinese-style tropical gardens wrap a private plunge pool with a shallow end, and the house has multiple living areas, pool towels and free private parking. It is a quiet neighbourhood base rather than a beachfront position: expect a 19 to 20 minute walk to the sand, or a two minute drive.

Getting there and parking

The villa sits off David Low Way, the main road through Coolum Beach, about 1.5 to 2 kilometres from the beachfront. Free private parking on site means unloading the dog and gear is easy.

Close by with the dogs

For off-lead time, the Stumers Creek Dog Offleash Area is the premier local spot, where dogs can swim in the tidal creek and the Coolum Beach off leash dog beach is close by. The Coolum to Point Arkwright foreshore trail makes a good on-lead walk, and Alley Cat Coolum Beach serves coffee in the town centre.

More options are on the Queensland dog friendly stays guide and the Coolum Beach destination page.

Max: get the host's rules in writing before you pay, and check how the pool fence meets the yard boundary before you let your dog roam the garden.