The Cosy Margaret River Chalet

The Cosy Margaret River Chalet is a multi-level chalet on the edge of Margaret River town in WA's South West, set in native bush with karri forest walking trails from the doorstep and the town centre about a kilometre away. It takes dogs, and guest reviews back the welcome up, with the quiet bush-edge location a repeated highlight.

Dogs at the chalet

The chalet is described as dog friendly on the property's own pages, and guests report staying with dogs happily. What is not published is the fine print: pet fees or cleaning charges are not listed on the public booking page, and the fencing situation around the chalet's outdoor area is not documented either, so confirm both with the host when you book. The bush surrounds change the practical rules too. Keep your dog on a lead outside, because native wildlife moves through the property and a dog off-lead can be gone into the forest in seconds. Inside, the chalet suits families and small groups, with a bunk room and a homely, multi-level layout that reviewers describe as comfy and well equipped.

Max: native bush all around means a dog can wander off after wildlife fast. Keep the lead on outside until you know the boundaries, and ask the host to point out where the property ends.

While you're out there

Bush trails start at the chalet, and the bushland tracks along the river near Rotary Park are an easy on-lead option close to town. Barrett Weir is nearby for a swim stop. In town, both Riversmith and Settlers Tavern welcome dogs at outdoor tables, an easy walk or short drive back to town for dinner.

Close by with the dogs

For an off-lead run, Brookfield Dog Park is the town's fenced option, and the Wadandi Track north in Cowaramup is a long, flat rail trail good for a proper walk.

More options are on the Western Australia pet friendly stays guide and the Margaret River destination page.