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The Best Pet-Friendly Airbnbs Near Sydney

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Pets are the best, period. However, trying to find epic accommodation that’s also pet-friendly around Sydney/Eora isn’t the easiest. 

Thank dog, though, because we've found everything from huge farms peppered with friendly farm animals and ample space for your doggo to run around to waterfront beauties for playful morning dips.

Here are OB真人视讯's top picks for the best pet-friendly Airbnbs near Sydney.

Blue Island 

Culburra Beach 

blue island culburra beach one of the most pet-friendly airbnbs near sydney Image credit: Blue Island | Airbnb

 was voted one of the most pet-friendly Airbnbs in Aus—making it perfect for a trip away with your pup. 

The sprawling fully-fenced backyard provides plenty of room for pets and little ones to run free, and it has its own street beach entry, positioning you minutes from the big blue. You’ll also love the games room stacked with fun activities like foosball, darts, air hockey and pool.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 9 guests in 4 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first

Moosewood

Kangaroo Valley

Image credit: Moosewood | Airbnb 

The ultimate NSW getaway for when you have a crowd with kids and pets in tow, has basically everything you need to keep everyone happy, with a saltwater swimming pool, tree swings, trampoline, loads of games and activities, a fenced garden area for pets to roam free, and kangaroos, wombats, lyrebirds to spot.

Set on 100 acres of beautiful bushland, this pet-friendly accommodation has four bedrooms, and is a quick ten minutes to Kangaroo Valley village.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: All pets are welcome but must be kept away from local wildlife 

Rosewood Farm Stay

Binda

Image credit: Rosewood Farm Stay | Airbnb 

Escape to this pet-friendly farm stay with a twist, where your accommodation gets you close to nature without compromising on comfort.

 is equipped with everything you'll need for a gorgeous weekender, including a fully open living space, a luxe bathtub on the verandah, and a fire pit for staying cosy once the sun sets.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 4 guests in 1 bedroom 
Drive from Sydney: 3 hours
Restrictions on pets: No fenced area

Haus Fina

Old Erowal Bay

haus fina pet-friendly airbnb near sydney accommodation nsw
Image credit: Haus Fina | Airbnb

 is a stylish, eco-designed two-storey Airbnb on the South Coast that's ideal for the whole family, including extended relatives and a couple of doggos. The secure backyard has ample room for dogs to play, and it's also super kid-friendly with a travel cot, high chair, and baby safety gates available.

Offering an ideal stay year-round, the house is kitted out with air conditioning, a BBQ area, and an outdoor shower for post-beach wash-offs in summer, or heating and heaps of board games for winter. 

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 12 guests in 5 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first

Arabella

Kangaroo Valley

arabella tiny home, one of the best pet friendly accommodation nsw airbnbs near sydney
Image credit: Arabella | Airbnb

fits four people and features a fully operational kitchen and outdoor gas BBQ, and she's pet-friendly. There’s also a combustion heater inside for chilly evenings and air-con for scorchers.

Located on a 140-acre property, this escape is surrounded by tall, dense bushland that’s home to Kangaroo Valley’s precious wildlife like wombats, kookaburras, and kangaroos. While your furry friend is out chewing twigs, you can keep a close eye from the sanctuary of Arabella’s outdoor bathtub fully enclosed in a giant, glass cube.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 3 guests in 1 bedroom 
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host, no fenced area

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Wattle Views

Rydal

Image credit: Wattle Views | Airbnb 

For the perfect blend of relaxation and action,  is a must. As well as the gorgeous outdoor bath with Blue Mountains views, the property is mega cosy thanks to the fireplace inside and brazier outside, and you can even rent mountain bikes.

The yard is fenced so your pup will be safe and secure, but the owners limit four-legged guests to "small–medium dogs", so it's best to run your bestie past them first.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 2 guests in 1 bedroom 
Drive from Sydney: 2.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host, maximum of one small to medium dog allowed, can't be left alone at the property 

Stay Casita

Vincentia

stay casita vincentia jervis bay, one of the most pet-friendly airbnbs near sydney
Image credit: Stay Casita | Airbnb

gives off Palm-Springs vibes with effortlessly luxe interiors. But, it's the grassy fenced backyard that your pup will love most, while you enjoy cosy nights roasting marshmallows on the outdoor fire pit. 

The Jervis Bay area also has heaps to do including cycling and hiking paths, cute cafes and restaurants run by locals, and perfect white-sand beaches with dogs allowed on- and off-leash at select beaches. 

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 6 guests in 3 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host and treated for ticks and fleas

The Boatshed 

Dangar Island

Image credit: The Boatshed | Airbnb

sends out all the rustic vibes you need for a no-frills getaway, with air conditioning and electric blankets keeping you comfy year-round. You can also expect a number of vantage points including the upstairs balcony which overlooks the Hawkesbury and a large shady deck.

You can also make the most of the jetty (in case fishing tickles your fancy), head over to Bradley’s Beach, or take to the water in one of the kayaks—doggos can even jump in with you. 

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 3 guests in 1 bedroom 
Drive from Sydney: 1 hour
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host, treated for ticks and fleas, kept on a lead, and kept away from local wildlife, an extra cleaning fee may apply, no fenced area

Milkwood Barn

Broughton Vale

milkwood barn, one of the most pet-friendly airbnbs near sydney accommodation in nsw
Image credit: Milkwood Barn | Airbnb

Swap the city life for a countryside getaway just five minutes from the beautiful town of Berry and ten minutes from the famous Seven Mile Beach. Although  is technically a "barn", it certainly doesn't feel like one with three cosy bedrooms, three living areas including a cosy library space, and an open kitchen. 

There's also a fully fenced backyard with a swimming pool, outdoor fire pit, treehouse, chook shed, and creek for fishing and exploring.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 7 guests in 3 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first

Billabong Cottage

Termeil

Image credit: Billabong Cottage | Airbnb 

is well worth the drive for a dog-friendly getaway from Sydney. You’ll be in complete seclusion here and, yes, much like its name suggests, it’s situated right next to its own billabong. Surrounded by bush, this is any dog’s version of heaven with 25 acres of land right at its paws.

There’s even a wildflower farm, a short trail through nine acres of bush, and two large organic veggie gardens so you can level up your feeds while you stay.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 2 guests in 1 bedroom 
Drive from Sydney: 3.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host, maximum 2 pets, an additional charge of $40 per pet, can't be left alone at the property, no fenced area

Barefoot Beach House

Culburra Beach

Image credit: Barefoot Beach House | Airbnb

Two words we guarantee those words resonate with your little furry mate: big backyard. rests on the bay of the Shoalhaven River and it’s just a few minutes walk from the iconic and absolutely stunning Culburra Beach.

From the dog-friendly garden, you can go kayaking, paddle boarding, start up the BBQ, and throw a feast in the outdoor dining area (or even slip into the six-person spa).

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 9 guests in 4 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2.5 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first

The Treehouse 

Kangaroo Valley

Image credit: The Treehouse | Airbnb 

If you’re looking to step up your usual getaway, this place is absolutely for you. is suspended high among treetops and sleeps seven guests.

Up here, you’ll get to soak up the sounds of the river below, chill out in a sunken courtyard or zone out in a double bath. For this one, you’ll just need to notify the owners of your dog’s breed so they can approve it before your stay.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 4 guests in 2 bedrooms 
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: Must be approved by host, no fenced area

Hepburn Retreat

Ilford

Image credit: Hepburn Retreat | Airbnb

Offering stunning pet-friendly accommodation on a picturesque working cattle farm, is a relaxing escape on top of the Great Dividing Range.

The off-grid cabins have modern luxuries and 180-degree views of the bushland, native birds and kangaroos through the floor-to-ceiling windows, there are chickens and miniature horses you can meet on the property, and the cabins are fully fenced in to keep pets safe.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 2 guests in 1 bedroom
Drive from Sydney: 3 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first, must avoid farm animals

Escape Pod

Foxground

Image credit: Escape Pod | Airbnb 

Rainforest, an outdoor shower, a firepit and ultimate seclusion; if that doesn’t sound like your dream weekend away we don’t know what does. 

punches well above its weight with a fully functional kitchen, all the bathroom amenities you could ever need and an outdoor BBQ area. There’s also a myriad of local beaches, shops and cafes close by if going completely off-grid isn’t your vibe.

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 2 guests in 1 bedroom
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first, no fenced area

The Shed

Upper Kangaroo River

Image credit: The Shed | Airbnb

When there’s a quiet country road that leads you all the way to on the Kangaroo River, you know you’ve hit a jackpot. 

This stay is a converted farm shed and has been transformed using a heap of recycled materials and you’ll be able to invite up to six other mates onto its grounds (plus any animal friends you’re keen to bring along).

THE DETAILS 

Fits: 7 guests in 3 bedrooms
Drive from Sydney: 2 hours
Restrictions on pets: Check with host first, must be cleaned up after

Now check out 

Main image credit: Barefoot Beach House | Airbnb

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