Debbie’s guidebook
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AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
Sink into our natural geothermal mineral waters that flow from 637 metres below ground into our pools and private baths. Awaken your senses, relax and reconnect as you explore our natural surrounds.
As a premier wellness destination we have over 70 globally inspired bathing and wellness experiences for you to explore. Whether you are looking to connect in our Bath House, find tranquillity in our Spa Dreaming Centre, experience the serenity of private bathing, or unwind under moonlit bathing's starry sky, the choice is yours.
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Peninsula Hot Springs
140 Springs LnAWAKEN YOUR SENSES
Sink into our natural geothermal mineral waters that flow from 637 metres below ground into our pools and private baths. Awaken your senses, relax and reconnect as you explore our natural surrounds.
As a premier wellness destination we have over 70 globally inspired bathing and wellness experiences for you to explore. Whether you are looking to connect in our Bath House, find tranquillity in our Spa Dreaming Centre, experience the serenity of private bathing, or unwind under moonlit bathing's starry sky, the choice is yours.
Sightseeing
The Cape Schanck Lighthouse has served shipping since 1859. It was built from dressed limestone and sandstone and is significant because the original mechanisms are still in place.
Things to do
- Visit the lighthouse museum
- Take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse
- See some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne when you follow the Bushrangers Bay Nature Walk (allow two hours)
- Take a walk to the tip of Cape Schanck and see Pulpit Rock and spectacular basalt cliffs
- Enjoy your lunch at The Pines Picnic Area, where there are electric barbecues
- Observe marine life in the rock pools.
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Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve
420 Cape Schanck RdThe Cape Schanck Lighthouse has served shipping since 1859. It was built from dressed limestone and sandstone and is significant because the original mechanisms are still in place.
Things to do
- Visit the lighthouse museum
- Take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse
- See some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne when you follow the Bushrangers Bay Nature Walk (allow two hours)
- Take a walk to the tip of Cape Schanck and see Pulpit Rock and spectacular basalt cliffs
- Enjoy your lunch at The Pines Picnic Area, where there are electric barbecues
- Observe marine life in the rock pools.
The beautiful Bushrangers Bay comprises a sandy beach surrounded by basalt cliffs on the ocean side of the Mornington Peninsula. Swimming is not recommended at this site as the beach is unpatrolled and often hazardous due to strong rips and large waves.
This serene location is contrasted by dark and brooding headlands and wild waves that often crash onto jagged rocks guarding the entrance to the bay.
Bushrangers Bay can be accessed via a walk along Main Creek from the Boneo Road car park and picnic area (2.5km). This section of the Two Bays Walking Track provides fine views and passes through shady Banksia groves.
Alternatively, follow the 2.6km Bushrangers Bay Track from the Cape Schanck car park to see some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne.
There is limited or no mobile phone reception.
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Bushrangers Bay
Bushrangers Bay Walking TrackThe beautiful Bushrangers Bay comprises a sandy beach surrounded by basalt cliffs on the ocean side of the Mornington Peninsula. Swimming is not recommended at this site as the beach is unpatrolled and often hazardous due to strong rips and large waves.
This serene location is contrasted by dark and brooding headlands and wild waves that often crash onto jagged rocks guarding the entrance to the bay.
Bushrangers Bay can be accessed via a walk along Main Creek from the Boneo Road car park and picnic area (2.5km). This section of the Two Bays Walking Track provides fine views and passes through shady Banksia groves.
Alternatively, follow the 2.6km Bushrangers Bay Track from the Cape Schanck car park to see some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne.
There is limited or no mobile phone reception.
Ferry ride: From picturesque Sorrento to Queenscliff by ferry. Queenscliff is a seaside village with uninterrupted views of the bay, heads and coastline. It is dripping in historic buildings with a surprising and contemporary feel. A modern marina precinct - Queenscliff Harbour - offers dining and shopping overlooking the luxury boats moored and the comings and goings of a working harbour. A 360 degree viewing tower stands tall and is worth the trip by stairs or lift, and it is free! The village and Main Street is a short walk from the ferry and is dotted with cafes, a brewery & distillery, boutiques and art galleries.
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Queenscliff
Ferry ride: From picturesque Sorrento to Queenscliff by ferry. Queenscliff is a seaside village with uninterrupted views of the bay, heads and coastline. It is dripping in historic buildings with a surprising and contemporary feel. A modern marina precinct - Queenscliff Harbour - offers dining and shopping overlooking the luxury boats moored and the comings and goings of a working harbour. A 360 degree viewing tower stands tall and is worth the trip by stairs or lift, and it is free! The village and Main Street is a short walk from the ferry and is dotted with cafes, a brewery & distillery, boutiques and art galleries.
Gunnamatta Beach is an exposed, high energy beach with a wide, rip dominated surf zone. It is located in the Mornington Peninsula National Park and is part of the 30 km long sandy and rocky coast that extends from Cape Schanck to Point Nepean. The Gunnamatta section is 3 km long, with extensive intertidal calcarenite reefs and rocks forming the boundaries, with some smaller reefs on the beach and in the surf. Truemans Road runs out through the dunes to the beach, where there is a large car park and the surf lifesaving club. The beach faces south-west, exposing it to high westerly winds and waves. The waves average 1.9 m and combine with the medium sand to produce a 150 m wide single bar surf zone. The bar is cut by strong rips every 300 m, together with additional permanent rips next to major reefs and rocks.
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Gunnamatta Ocean Beach
Gunnamatta Beach is an exposed, high energy beach with a wide, rip dominated surf zone. It is located in the Mornington Peninsula National Park and is part of the 30 km long sandy and rocky coast that extends from Cape Schanck to Point Nepean. The Gunnamatta section is 3 km long, with extensive intertidal calcarenite reefs and rocks forming the boundaries, with some smaller reefs on the beach and in the surf. Truemans Road runs out through the dunes to the beach, where there is a large car park and the surf lifesaving club. The beach faces south-west, exposing it to high westerly winds and waves. The waves average 1.9 m and combine with the medium sand to produce a 150 m wide single bar surf zone. The bar is cut by strong rips every 300 m, together with additional permanent rips next to major reefs and rocks.
The Arthurs Seat Eagle is a gondola lift operated from the base station in Dromana to the summit of Arthurs Seat, in the Mornington Peninsula, in Victoria, Australia. Construction commenced in October 2015 and was completed on 5 September 2016 at a cost of $20 million.
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Arthurs Seat Eagle
1085 Arthurs Seat RdThe Arthurs Seat Eagle is a gondola lift operated from the base station in Dromana to the summit of Arthurs Seat, in the Mornington Peninsula, in Victoria, Australia. Construction commenced in October 2015 and was completed on 5 September 2016 at a cost of $20 million.
Lovely walk. Not a lot a car parking spots but on a quiet day there are plenty next to the start of the walk.
Views are amazing. Do this walk on a clear day to properly appreciate the scenery.
Wear appropriate shoes for this hike as there are plenty of roots and rocks to stub your toes on if you wear thongs like I did.
Beaches are close too if you feel like a swim after working up a sweat on this stunner of a walk.
Recommended walk for all ages.
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Millionaire's Walk
3498A Point Nepean RdLovely walk. Not a lot a car parking spots but on a quiet day there are plenty next to the start of the walk.
Views are amazing. Do this walk on a clear day to properly appreciate the scenery.
Wear appropriate shoes for this hike as there are plenty of roots and rocks to stub your toes on if you wear thongs like I did.
Beaches are close too if you feel like a swim after working up a sweat on this stunner of a walk.
Recommended walk for all ages.
The blooming flowers of the gardens and the puzzling mazes are one of the best reasons to come visit. Great place for kids to run around in, and a relaxing place to smell the roses and many other species.
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Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Garden
15 Red Hill-Shoreham RdThe blooming flowers of the gardens and the puzzling mazes are one of the best reasons to come visit. Great place for kids to run around in, and a relaxing place to smell the roses and many other species.
Food scene
Pt. Leo Estate is a captivating celebration of internationally acclaimed art, design and world-class dining and wine, providing the most sought-after cultural and culinary experience in Australia.
Pt. Leo Estate offers three multifaceted dining experiences where flavour forward and ever-changing menus coincide with sourcing seasonal Victorian and local Mornington Peninsula produce, celebrating regional craftsmanship and the very best Australian ingredients. The Estate boasts a two Chef’s Hat fine dining restaurant ‘Laura’, named one of three Australian appointments to Relais & Châteaux; a one Chef’s Hat modern Australian restaurant ‘Pt. Leo Restaurant’ and casual all-weather Wine Terrace.
Delineated by indigenous flora, against a backdrop of rolling vineyards and ocean views encapsulating Phillip Island and Western Port, exists the beautiful unity between art, nature, and culture. As Australia’s foremost privately-owned Sculpture Park, the ever-evolving 16-acre outdoor gallery houses over 60 Australian and international exhibits.
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Pt. Leo Estate
3649 Frankston - Flinders RdPt. Leo Estate is a captivating celebration of internationally acclaimed art, design and world-class dining and wine, providing the most sought-after cultural and culinary experience in Australia.
Pt. Leo Estate offers three multifaceted dining experiences where flavour forward and ever-changing menus coincide with sourcing seasonal Victorian and local Mornington Peninsula produce, celebrating regional craftsmanship and the very best Australian ingredients. The Estate boasts a two Chef’s Hat fine dining restaurant ‘Laura’, named one of three Australian appointments to Relais & Châteaux; a one Chef’s Hat modern Australian restaurant ‘Pt. Leo Restaurant’ and casual all-weather Wine Terrace.
Delineated by indigenous flora, against a backdrop of rolling vineyards and ocean views encapsulating Phillip Island and Western Port, exists the beautiful unity between art, nature, and culture. As Australia’s foremost privately-owned Sculpture Park, the ever-evolving 16-acre outdoor gallery houses over 60 Australian and international exhibits.
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My advice
With so many things to do on the Mornington Peninsula, you are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches, hot springs, wildlife, wineries, restaurants, amazing vibes and the best coffee in Victoria.
With a coast line 190 kilometres long, encasing the eastern half of Port Phillip bay, the Mornington Peninsula is home to some of the most scenic and incredible landscapes state wide – it’s also a place we personally call home.