Saltwater Villas
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Pet fee
- $50
- Where
- Mooloolaba, QLD
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
Dogs are not allowed on the main Mooloolaba beach sand or foreshore, so for off-leash coastal time head to the Buddina Beach off-leash area just south across the river mouth. A $50 per pet per stay fee applies, and the terms are clear about the boundaries: dogs stay off furniture, bedding and carpet, and out of the pool area.
Saltwater Villas is waterfront villa accommodation on the Mooloolaba canals at 15 Goonawarra Drive, an easy walk from Mooloolaba Beach and the Esplanade. What makes it stand out for dog owners is the indoor-outdoor pet policy: dogs are welcome inside the villas as well as in the courtyards, which is far less common than the leave-your-dog-outside rules you find elsewhere on the Sunshine Coast.
Dogs at the Saltwater Villas
A $50 per pet per stay fee applies, and the terms are clear about the boundaries: dogs stay off furniture, bedding and carpet, and out of the pool area. Travelling with more than one dog means contacting the property first, since they cannot always accommodate multiples. Some villa layouts include a fenced courtyard, which is worth specifically requesting if you want secure outdoor space for your dog, because the layouts are not all the same. A bond may also apply, so confirm fees, bond and villa allocation when you book.
Max: book by phone and ask directly which villa has the fenced courtyard. An extra email now saves a restless dog on a canal deck later.
The vibe
Guests rate the canal views, comfortable beds and kitchenette setups highly, and the villa format means you get self-contained space rather than a hotel room. It suits owners who want the dog with them indoors in the evening, close to the wharf, cafes and the beach strip without needing the car.
Getting there and out with the dog
The villas sit on Goonawarra Drive among the canal estate, a few minutes' drive from the Sunshine Motorway and walking distance to the Mooloolaba waterfront. Dogs are not allowed on the main Mooloolaba beach sand or foreshore, so for off-leash coastal time head to the Buddina Beach off-leash area just south across the river mouth. On lead, the Alex Headland to Mooloolaba foreshore boardwalk and the Point Cartwright Walkway are the best walks nearby, and Sandy Feet Cafe at Kawana is a dog-friendly coffee stop.
More options are on the Queensland pet friendly stays guide and the Mooloolaba destination page.
Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
