Accessible AND Pet-Friendly Accommodation- is that possible? Yes, it is! It used to be such a challenge finding accommodation that is truly accessible, let alone allowing us to take our treasured pooch on a holiday. Not anymore. Here are our top picks for city breaks, coastal and country stays.
Victoria
W Melbourne W Melbourne Accessible Accommodation has 11 Accessible Guest Rooms. The Cozy Accessible Room is 35sqm with a king bed and is pet friendly. Room amenities include floor-to-ceiling windows, rain shower, bath amenities, room service, mini-bar and entertainment. W Melbourne (Accessible Accommodation) sits in the heart of the Melbourne CBD on the iconic Flinders Lane; the luxury hotel takes its design cues from the laneways that it sits between. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites, 11 of which are accessible, peel back the layers and revel in the city’s creative history.
Western Australia
Choices House Floreat - Perth is pet friendly; there is an accessible pool with a hoist and a Neuromoves-accessible gym.
The property is easily accessible and provides one fully accessible queen-size bedroom with an ensuite, two other queen-size bedrooms, one single children's bedroom with a trundle bed and one guest bathroom. The accessible bedroom has a queen-sized, height-adjustable electric bed with a combo air or foam mattress. Ceiling and floor hoists are also provided. The bathroom is fully accessible with High and low-back shower commodes available for your choice.
The property is easily accessible and provides one fully accessible queen-size bedroom with an ensuite, two other queen-size bedrooms, one single children's bedroom with a trundle bed and one guest bathroom. The accessible bedroom has a queen-sized, height-adjustable electric bed with a combo air or foam mattress. Ceiling and floor hoists are also provided. The bathroom is fully accessible with High and low-back shower commodes available for your choice.
Queensland
NRMA Treasure Island Resort Gold Coast is more than a caravan park, it is a bounty of adventure and relaxation on the iconic Gold Coast. Treasure Island has 2 x Pandanus Accessible Villas. Both of the Pandanus Accessible Villas can sleep up to 4 guests. One of the cabins has one king bed and two single beds and the other has one king bed with one set of bunks.
New South Wales
Surry Hills Apartment is a 3 bedroom apartment owned by a wheelchair user. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed which can be split into two king singles. The right side of the bed is a hi-lo bed. Bedroom 2 has a queen-sized bed, and the cinema/bedroom 3 has a queen-sized bed and a futon that can fold out into a single bed. There is an open plan step-free shower with vertical rails and an over-toilet chair with side arms. There is a commode, a freestanding height-adjustable shower chair and a mobile hoist! Exclusive to Accessible Accommodation in the accessibility category.
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Tips to ensure you and your furry mate will be welcomed again.
Check these tips to ensure the property owner welcomes you and your pooch back again. It’ll also give the property owners a good feeling for the next time someone wants to bring their dog along too.
- Before you arrive on your holiday, have you “de-flea” Fido? Allow at least two days before arriving for it to be most effective.
- If your dog has behaviour problems, maybe it's best not to bring him along this time.
- Cleaners are NOT responsible for poop in the garden! Please do ensure you have checked the grass and the garden. There is nothing worse than having to pick up someone else’s dog poop. And a guarantee that you will not be able to return.
- Avoid letting Fido on the sofas (particularly leather ones) and the bed. As soon as you arrive, instruct Fido to sit on the dog bed where he can see you. It’ll help him remember when he is used to sitting on the sofa. Alternatively, bring a sheet to place on the chair.
- Ask the property owner if they supply a dog bed and bowls, as some expect you to bring them with you.
- Check with the property owner for paths that are accessible and pet-friendly. This is important. Firstly, in peak season, that dog–friendly beach nearby may be closed to dogs. Secondly, you may be cruising along a lovely scenic bush path in the nature reserve. You may need Fido leashed or not bring him along on your stroll. The local council websites are great resources if the property owner cannot answer. Of course, do be respectful of the law and ensure poop is collected and binned.
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