Saltwater Cottage

Saltwater Cottage is a holiday rental in Rye set up for dogs rather than merely tolerating them. The owners are self-described dog lovers, the house sits at 21 Weeroona Street about two blocks from Rye's year-round off-lead bay beach, and a medium doggy door is already installed. For a Peninsula stay where the dog is a proper guest, it is about as straightforward as it gets.

Dogs at the cottage

Dogs are welcome both indoors and out. The yard is fully fenced and secure, and the doggy door lets your dog move between the house and the yard without waiting on you. Up to 3 dogs are allowed in total, and the house rules ask that all dog waste is cleaned up from the yard. Specific pet fees are not clearly stated in the listing, so confirm any fee and the house rules when you book.

The place

The draw is the combination of indoor access and a fully fenced yard, which means you can relax without constant supervision. Check the current listing for bedding, kitchen and outdoor details for your dates, and ask whether dogs on furniture or beds are fine if that matters to your dog's usual arrangement.

The beach walk

Two blocks from an off-lead beach means the morning walk is a stroll rather than a drive; Rye Beach Dog Off Leash Area covers the details. Off-leash access on the front bay beaches pauses in the middle of the day through the summer peak, so read the foreshore signage before you head down, and keep a lead handy for the town and foreshore paths.

If the cottage is booked out

Rye has other dog-oriented options: Blue Moon Cottages provide secure courtyards and dog bedding about 250 m from the foreshore, and Kanasta Caravan Park takes dogs in designated cabins, retro caravans and powered sites a 5-minute walk from the beach.

Max: three dogs are allowed in total, but confirm the fee and house rules with the host before you book rather than assuming.

Bring your own bowls and bed unless the host confirms they are provided. More options are listed under stays in VIC, and our Rye destination guide covers the area.