Entire home

Beach Hound (pets welcome)

Relax on your private beach oasis and soak up sun-kissed days. Beachcombing for shells or spotting dugongs - this haven has something for everyone.

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On the beach
TV, DVD player, video library
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Hound (pets welcome)

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT family home on 20 miles of old fashioned unspoilt perfect beach. All guests receive a complimentary bottle of chilled champagne on arrival. The home is a highset large three bedroom home with spare shower and toilet downstairs in the large utility area and a great holiday and beach atmosphere. It has internal stairs and a tandem garage. A HUGE deck faces a short forest walk through the dune protection area to the beach with no road to cross! Beach fishing directly behind the home is excellent. Some guests have complained of crab poisoning from eating so many of their catch! Bring your boat and launch it at the double all-tide Toogoom boat ramp. The outdoor furniture includes 2 banana lounges. Half of the 52 square metre deck is covered by a stratco all-weather roof the other half by a stylish professional shade sail. The balustrade is stainless steel horizontal yacht wire. Crabbing and fishing are popular, or just beach-combing for a huge variety of shells. Keep an eye out for dugongs, turtles, and whales from July through October. Cleaning is included in the tarriff. Beach Hound offers total relaxation! Well behaved canine companions are welcome at Beach Hound. We go to Beach Hound regularly ourselves, so we know it is the best!


Toogoom is the last "forgotten" beach frontier, with all mod cons

Toogoom is a sleepy fishing village 15 minutes drive north of the City of Hervey Bay. It has 20 miles of rare unspoilt perfect northerly beach protected by Fraser Island. The sun both rises and sets over the beach, and never blasts you across the water creating a beach that is perfect all day long. The beach never has shadows on it. Swimming is idyllic and SAFE. The beach is shallow for hundreds of metres, with small waves to massage a tired body while you enjoy the black cockatoos and bird life in the she-oaks along the foreshore. The beach has a long off-leash area for dog lovers. When the tide is out, dogs can runs for MILES! There is a 15 m wide dune protection area all the way along Toogoom Beach creating an unbelievably private and quiet beach. All modern conveniences are a 15 minute drive away including the airport, 6 cinemas, restaurants, chain stores, banks etc. There are 5 golf courses and a driving range nearby. Toogoom itself has a general store, service station and "Goodys", a waterfront licensed seafood restaurant beside the boat ramp. Let me recommend the seafood platter!
The back yard is fully fenced, there is a kennel, dog bed, and dog bowls.


"A delightful corner of the world. The dogs want to live here..."

The McLean's:"Again, we enjoyed an idyllic stay at Beach Hound. It is just so relaxing up there - somehow timeless and Casper loves the beach. He is really missing it this week since returning home. He's not the only one! We were so pleased to be able to extend for the extra 3 days at the beginning. It is a lovely corner of the world."
The Morris family: "Lovely! A wonderful getaway. Loved the quiet beach. I'll be coming back!"
The Vohland family:"THANK YOU! Wonderful place, loved the extra touches, felt like home and the puppies just had a ball!!
Roby, Pat, Rick, Cass & Rex:"Appreciated the little touches-we had everything we needed right here. Thank you for sharing your home with us; can we come again?"
The Cameron family Gladstone:"Wonderful retreat. Enjoyed our stay so much. Thanks. PS Champers was much appreciated."
McLean family Redcliffe:"A delightful corner of the world. A very comfortable home and much enjoyed by all of us. Thanks!"
Mattock family Chermside:"Dogs loved the beach and Sam loved the kennel. Soo relaxing, we all enjoyed it!"
Miller family "I didn't know such haven's still existed!"

Property manager

Michelle Heagney

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Beach Hound House Toogoom
Beach Hound House
Beach Hound Scarness
Beach Hound Scarness
Beach Hound Private vacation home Scarness
Beach Hound Private vacation home
118485

About the neighborhood

Map
Toogoom, QLD

What's nearby

  • Toogoom Beach - 3 min walk
  • Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre - 18 min drive
  • Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club - 20 min drive
  • Esplanade - 24 min drive
  • Urangan Pier - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Howard Station - 17 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arkarra Tea Gardens - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Goody's on the Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Squid Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Craignish Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salty Squid Cafe & Takeaway - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Hound (pets welcome) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beach Hound (pets welcome)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Hound (pets welcome)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Hound (pets welcome) located?

Located in Toogoom, this beachfront vacation home is next to a golf course, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Toogoom Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Beelbi Creek Conservation Park and O'Regan Creek Conservation Park. Vernon Conservation Park is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.

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Beach Hound (pets welcome) Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 162 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cristen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toogoom stay
Was a great location for a beach family getaway. Will be staying again for sure 😄
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
We enjoyed the stay and location.The dogs loved the walk down to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot very peaceful
Great spot very peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend away
Great house, location and access to the water. Beds were super comfy, we had everything we needed for a relaxing family Father’s Day getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Narelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
Lovely area. Locality of house to beach was great. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday retreat
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was a wonderful place to have our dog with us. Just perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent, property well equipped, lots of space, close to beach.

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Getaway
Well equipped little getaway close to everything. Will definitely stay again. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
It would be hard to find a more peaceful and relaxing place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
We stayed for 10 nights. Perfect beach house with almost private access to the water. Friendly neighbours. Very well equipped kitchen and a great deck out the back. Very relaxing!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Noelene P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beach Hound
Great location, needs a little bit more of a deep clean
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week away
Relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell & Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
tranquil
was very relaxing and peaceful. My husband, myself and my mother really enjoyed our week. Our two dogs loved the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing environment
We had a great stay at this property. The place was large and clean with a wide deck at the back facing the beach. This was also a paradise for our dog having a private access to an off leash dog beach. We will come back! :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great place
Love being close to the beach. Plumbing needs some urgent repairs
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun at Toogoom
Perfect for our family including dog lucy. Best spot as had direct access to beach Appreciated it been fresh on arrival. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sally l.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Perfect for dogs
A great relaxing place to stay right on a leash free dog beach. House is adequate, has everything you need and easy to relax in. Great back deck with sea glimpses and sounds of lapping waves. Loved Toogoom and will definitely be back. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A soporifictime, well needed by all
Our stay was wonderful, peace, quiet and lovely weather. Only complaint is not enough garbage bags and no pot scouters. We loved the nature, walking distance to coffee shop. We left the car in the garage for the 5 days, no shopping hence my complaint re garbage bags and scouters. My little dog loved the walks
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Idyllic neighbourhood in quiet area close to Hervey Bay without the traffic. Nice walks and friendly area. Dogs loved the sand and beach. House is clean and comfortable . Found the outdoor shower and tap very handy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beach hound
Beach was lovely. Window surrounds and outside doors were mouldy and not very inviting. The rest is the house is quite clean but is rather dark and gloomy. Furniture is nice and modern. The bed is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugues D., Cooroy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Enjoyed our stay in a friendly neighborhood. A place to relax, right on the beach and in nature. Birdlover’s paradise with conservation areas around, and the backyard! House is very comfortable, well equipped. Loved the outside deck! Our Retriever was in paradise and exhausted from spending hours on the beach and in the water! Brought our sea kayak and enjoyed all the nearby paddle options. We will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Warren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Toogoom holiday
Great little place to stay and enjoy the ocean. My boys loved the fishing around the corner and the dog loved the chasing the ball on the flats. Only down side was the hot water system. Not really big enough for a family 4 though we made it work. Certainly a lovely spot though 🙂.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret P.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
Lactation is great. Peaceful and access to the beach excellent. Beds very comfortable . Property however is very tired. Needs a little TLC. Mould on ceilings of outdoor deck. Window surrounds filthy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Holiday
What a pleasant surprise to find such a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. The house was so clean and user friendly with everything we needed and comfortable furniture and beds. It was also dog heaven for our Jack Russell Terrier with a safe yard and miles of beach to explore off lead. A huge balcony from which you can see the water and a 50 metre walk through the lush tropical vegetation to the pristine clean sand and water. I have holidayed in various places overseas and in Australia but Hound House will be remembered as one of the most relaxing places I have stayed. We will definitely return to this haven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

DYAN H.

Very relaxing
Some things could be improved water pressure is hopless and should be a bait fridge under the house also either a ping pong table or pool table under the house would be great for the young ones. There is plenty of wasted space dogs loved it