High On Penguin

High On Penguin is a five-bedroom house rental perched above the town of Penguin on Tasmania's north west coast, with a view over Bass Strait and a pet policy that removes the usual friction. Dogs of any size are welcome at no extra charge, bowls are supplied, and the whole place is yours, so there are no shared hallways or nervous host encounters to manage.

Dogs at the High On Penguin

The host takes dogs of all sizes, big breeds included, and multiple pets can be arranged if you ask ahead. There is no additional pet fee. Food and water bowls are already there when you arrive, which trims two items off the packing list. Cats have been allowed on request in the past, but confirm that separately. Because policies can change and platforms sometimes lag, message the host when booking: state how many dogs you are bringing and lock in the pet-friendly arrangement for your dates in writing.

The vibe

The house runs with a rock and roll theme and earns consistently strong guest feedback for cleanliness, comfortable bedrooms and an attentive host. It sits elevated above town, so the outlook is coastal rather than beachfront: expect the water framed through the windows rather than sand at the fence line. As a whole-property rental it suits families or two couples travelling together who want a base with space for crates, towels and a wet dog or two.

Getting there and parking

Penguin sits on the Bass Highway between Ulverstone and Burnie, roughly 20 minutes from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal in Devonport, which makes this an easy first night after the ferry. The house is a short drive up from the town centre and main beach, with off-street parking at the property. Bring your dog's own bed or mat; the bowls are covered but the loungeroom is not.

Close by with the dogs

Penguin Dog Park gives your dog a proper run off lead close to town, and Back Beach in Devonport is worth the drive for a long shoreline walk. For coffee, @ Coffee & Soul in Ulverstone is nearby, and Mount Gnomon Farm offers another stay option in Penguin if you are planning a return trip. More dog friendly accommodation is listed on the Tasmania stays page, and the Penguin destination page gathers the local picks.

See all dog friendly stays in Tasmania at pawscapes.com.au/stays/state/tas, and everything nearby at pawscapes.com.au/destinations/penguin.