Watermill Cottage Campground

Watermill Cottage Campground is a quiet, budget campground at 30 Bowens Rd, York Town, Tasmania, catering to caravans, motorhomes, and tents. At roughly $10 per night, it suits self-sufficient travellers with dogs who value space and stillness over the facilities of a busy holiday park.

The pet policy. Dogs are welcome in outdoor campsite areas. Keep your dog on a lead whenever it is outside your designated campsite, which respects other campers and local native wildlife. Only basic water is available on site and nothing specific for pets, so bring all food, bowls, and supplies from home.

The place. A peaceful, spacious campground rather than a commercial holiday park. Sites are large enough to allow real privacy between campers, with drive-in access for caravans, campervans, and 4WDs, plus an RV turnaround area. Amenities are basic: toilets, water, and a dump point.

Location and nearby. The campground sits close to natural bushland areas in York Town suited to quiet on-leash walks, with northern Tasmanian coastal areas near the Tamar River within a short drive. For an off-leash run, Beaconsfield Fenced Dog Park and Exeter Fenced Dog Park are both a short drive away. If you need a cafe stop, Baringa Bar & Cafe in Exeter is handy, and Moores Hill Estate in Sidmouth is nearby for a winery visit.

Who it suits. Travellers with self-contained set-ups, including caravan, motorhome, and tent campers, who want an affordable, low-key base and are comfortable managing their dog on a lead outside the campsite. Not for anyone expecting powered-site convenience or organised holiday-park activities.

Before you book. Confirm current pricing and site availability at booking, as the $10 per night rate reflects a 2026 report. Bring all pet supplies, including food and water bowls, since only basic water is provided. Check access conditions for your vehicle type if you are travelling with a larger caravan.

Best treated as an affordable, quiet overnight or short-stay base where you can manage your dog on-lead and drive out for off-leash exercise nearby.

Sources

• Watermill Cottage Campground (CG) · directory.fullrangecamping.com.au

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