HazyWal Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 So fingers crossed we are heading down to Melbourne mid October for a week. I am looking for basic accommodation around the halfway mark preferably on or not far from the Hume Hwy for myself and the greyhounds. Maddie is not a good traveller so I think around Gundagai might be about as far as I'll push it. Can anyone recommend somewhere? All I want to do is have a sleep and leave early the next day so as long as it's clean it certainly doesn't have to be flash and the dogs must be able to stay in the room with me. I just did a bit of a google and found this place, has anyone stayed there? TIA http://www.bushmansretreat.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 Is Holbrook doable? There's a great place there with 2 pet friendly rooms - Jolly Swagman I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted July 27, 2014 Author Share Posted July 27, 2014 Thanks TSD I just had a look and it's another hour south, maybe doable. I don't really know how she'll go, she used to get terribly car sick even after just 10 minutes in the car but since the attack I drive them twice a day to a park that is fairly safe and she is not showing the same anxiety. The weather should still be coolish so I can put her thundershirt on when travelling and see how that goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff'n'Toller Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 Has she always been a car sick type of dog? If so, you can get a pack of 4 Cerenia tabs from your Vet that should help. They are new generation, so anti-nausea without the tranquilising effects. They're a bit exy but they work very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 If you decide on Holbrook definitely book ASAP and clearly specify the dog friendly room. They are well frequented! Really nice owners and right near the Holbrook bakery so an easy breakfast :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VizslaMomma Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 How about Wagga Wagga? It's an hour after Gundagai. There's a caravan park there, pet friendly & reasonable price. used be places near Yass too. Mind, it depends on the budget. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted July 27, 2014 Author Share Posted July 27, 2014 Has she always been a car sick type of dog? If so, you can get a pack of 4 Cerenia tabs from your Vet that should help. They are new generation, so anti-nausea without the tranquilising effects. They're a bit exy but they work very well. Thanks SnT I will definitely ask my vet about them As you say they used to knock them around a bit so I was reluctant, I don't care what they cost as long as my poor little chicken travels well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountryGirl Posted July 28, 2014 Share Posted July 28, 2014 I'm pretty sure I've stayed at the Jolly Swagman...and if so I'd recommend it. It was a few years ago now but I only stay in places where dogs can be in the rooms with me. I'm not on the Hume highway but you'd be welcome to stay at my place in the Cowra area - I used to have a greyhound, and I love the breed. I've got 3 dogs of my own...just a thought. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted November 11, 2014 Author Share Posted November 11, 2014 Just bumping this thread to say I stayed at the Bushmans Retreat Pet Friendly Motel at Gundagai last week on my way to Melbourne and it was fabulous. The motel is very old and dated but it was spotlessly clean and as you can see the dogs are allowed inside :) It gets negative reviews on trip advisor but I couldn't fault it and the young guy Yash that runs it couldn't do enough for us. I ordered a home cooked meal which was huge and Yash delivered it to my room as I didn't want to leave the dogs, the dining room looks like an RSL bistro from the 70's :laugh: I stayed in room 21 which was closest to the highway so yes the trucks were loud but I was so tired I slept like a baby. I can highly recommend this place for a stopover. I did ring the Jolly Swagman at Holbrook first but the guy was so rude on the phone I gave him a spray and hung up on him http://www.bushmansretreat.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliecat Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 They look so comfy on the beds! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crazydoglady99 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Wow, love it!! Great to know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashsmum Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 They look like they liked it as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GomezAkita Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 There is a dog friendly motel in Albury (Allawa)if that is not to far down the road for you. Me and the fur kids stay there quite often when going between Vic and NSW. It is quite close to the center of albury but still good for getting them out on a walk in the surrounding suburbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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