Here, boy!
Australians increasingly regard their dogs as family members and may be allowing sleeping on the bed or providing special birthday celebrations – some pooches even have their own Instagram accounts!
As such, it's no surprise dog-friendly places to stay, eat and drink are in demand - and Rutherglen is happy to oblige!
When visiting Rutherglen, there's no need to leave your four-legged family member at home. Many restaurants with outdoor eating areas are more than happy for well-behaved pooches to sit with their owners while enjoying a delicious meal, and accommodation options are plentiful.
There are three off-leash areas around Rutherglen:
- Barkly Park: 47 Reid Street, Rutherglen (excluding some weekends when sport is being played)
- Willows Reserve: off Reserve Road, Wahgunyah
- Field and Game reserve: Corner Jones Road & Racecourse Road, Rutherglen
Dog friendly stays
Rose Cottage with Vineyard Views
This three bedroom house is in the heart of Rutherglen wine region offering clean, comfortable accommodation with thoughtful touches. Far enough from town to be perfectly peaceful but close enough for a short five minute stroll to…
La Maison St Arnaud B&B
La Maison St Arnaud Bed and Breakfast is a traditional bed and breakfast de charme set in the heart of the Rutherglen wine region This Victorian-era cottage circa 1886 was originally used as the Mt Carmel Convent…
Must Love Dogs B&B
Must Love Dogs welcome you with or without a pet. Formally the Globe Hotel 1849c and fully restored to its former glory. Located within the North-East wine region of Rutherglen, you and your furry friends are guaranteed…
Wallace Cottage Rutherglen
A modern cottage style, dog friendly accommodation, picture cozy but storied in a sophisticated charming way. Featuring three bedrooms, two queen sized beds dressed in premium linen and accompanied by fresh towels. Cozy bedroom three, equipped with…
Dog friendly experiences
Buller Wines
The Five Star James Halliday Winery is world renowned for fortified wines produced using the Solera System. Testament to the quality are the two Robert Parker 100/100 rated Rare Muscat and Rare Tokay. The Calliope Estate produces…
Campbells Wines of Rutherglen
At Campbells, visitors can enjoy the distinctive wines of Rutherglen resulting from five generations of tradition, experience and a dedication to innovation. The Campbell family has an uncompromising commitment to making quality wines from their estate vineyards.…
Cofield Wines
Cofield Wines is a boutique, family owned and operated winery, located in the heart of the Rutherglen wine district. The Cofield family have been treading the vineyards of Rutherglen for over 100 years. Now second generation winemaker…
Dog friendly walks
Lake King Walk
Lake King was formed in the late 1860s. Its original purpose was to provide the town’s water supply, it also served as a swimming pool at one time complete with diving board and lighting. Named after Daniel…
Between Two Bridges Trail Walk
The John Foord Bridge was completed in 1892 and named after the founder of Wahgunyah. A new bridge opened in April 2005, known as the Federation Bridge. It includes the Federation Arch and the Barassi Line, a…
Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Walk – Rutherglen to Wahgunyah
In a wine region blessed with abundant sunshine and long languid summers, a stroll along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail from Rutherglen to the banks of the mighty Murray River is a charm. Once the Rutherglen…
Willows Reserve Trail Walk
Take a leisurely walk beside ancient river red gums on the Murray River at Wahgunyah. The track winds along the river for about 2 kilometres and then veers off to pass the Wahgunyah Recreational Reserve where during…
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