Oasis Village

Lakeside Inn Illawarra (formerly Oasis Resort & Village, trading as Oasis Village) sits directly on the edge of Lake Illawarra at 140-146 Windang Road, Windang. The one fact that decides whether dog owners book here: the property offers specifically designated pet-friendly rooms with lakefront positioning, giving you direct access to grassed grounds beside the water without leaving the site.

The pet policy. Designated pet-friendly rooms include the Pet Friendly Superior Queen Single Room. Fees run to AUD 30 per accommodation plus a one-off cleaning fee of AUD 30 (as of May 2026). You must inform management in advance when booking. Service animals are exempt from fees. Bring your own bowls, bedding and food, as no confirmed on-site pet amenities exist. The property describes parking as free and positioned near cabins for easy loading and unloading, though this comes from a single aggregator source, so confirm the setup when you book.

The place. A casual lakefront property mixing motel rooms and cabins ranging from rustic to recently renovated. Pet-friendly cabins may be positioned at the end of rows for easier access, with some offering lake views. Dogs can walk on the grassed areas beside the lake. Aggregator listings suggest some cabins have private decks and that lake-shore walking trails sit nearby, but treat these as unconfirmed and ask at booking.

Location and nearby. The property sits centrally between Wollongong and Shellharbour on Windang Road, with Windang town centre, cafes and shops within short walking distance. A dog-friendly beach sits roughly five minutes away. Make a day of it with Windang Dog Beach for an off-leash run, or head to The Fern & Anchor on Lake Illawarra for a post-walk meal.

Who it suits and before you book. Best for owners wanting straightforward, affordable lakefront accommodation where the dog can stretch its legs on grass right outside the door. The 3-star rating signals functional rather than luxury. Because several details, including deck access, specific cabin positioning and nearby trail access, come from aggregator listings rather than the property directly, confirm exactly which room you are getting and what the current fees are at the time of booking.

Sources

• Wollongong | About Lakeside · windanginns.com.au
• Lakeside Inn Illawarra, Wollongong: Reviews & Hotel Deals · au.hotels.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.