Oyster Cove Inn
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Where
- Kettering, TAS
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
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The Oyster Cove Inn is a historic 1890s waterfront hotel in Kettering, sitting immediately adjacent to the Bruny Island Ferry Terminal. The deciding factor for dog owners: dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas, but the accommodation rooms do not accept pets.
The pet policy. Dogs are permitted on the outdoor deck and in the beer garden, particularly during warmer weather. They are not allowed inside the bistro or indoor dining room. Keep your dog on a lead at all times in the outdoor seating and parking areas.
The place. A longstanding pub overlooking Kettering Marina and Oyster Cove, the inn is known for fresh Tasmanian seafood, especially flathead. The outdoor deck delivers clear views across the water to the ferry terminal, and a fireplace warms the interior through winter.
Location and nearby. You will find the inn at 1 Ferry Rd, Kettering, with free onsite parking and an accessible entrance available. If you are building a day out with the dog, the nearby town of Margate offers Clarks Beach for an off-leash swim, Dru Point Fenced Dog Park for a solid runaround, and Appelflap Cafe for a dog-friendly coffee stop.
Who it suits. The inn is a solid choice for a meal or a drink with your dog before or after catching the Bruny Island ferry. It is not a fit for travellers who need to keep their dog in the room overnight.
Before you book. Available information indicates the inn does not welcome pets in its internal accommodation rooms. Phone ahead on +61 3 6267 4446 to confirm whether any designated pet-friendly or motel-style rooms exist before making plans.
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Best treated as a stop-off rather than a stay for now. Expect the venue to be busiest when ferry traffic peaks and on summer weekends.
Sources
- OYSTER COVE INN - Updated Reviews (Kettering) - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
- Oyster Cove Inn | Kettering TAS - Facebook · facebook.com
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Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
