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People who fall in love with this coast of the Mornington Peninsula often wouldn't go anywhere else for a beachside holiday. And who can blame them, when this region has so many secluded beaches, such dramatic coastline and such good wineries? Not to mention its quiet hinterland and French Island and Phillip Island just across the water.

Here are five top tips for your stay:

  • Passenger ferries run from Stony Point to French Island and Phillip Island. Phillip Island has those famous fairy penguins, while French Island has Australia's largest koala population. Take an eco-tour to French Island, and you're guaranteed to see koalas in the wild. Or hire a bike and enjoy riding where two wheels rule (no vehicles allowed).

  • Cape Schanck is right at the tip of Western Port Bay, and its cliffs are pounded by huge Bass Strait breakers. Visit the Lightstation museum, take the walk to Bushrangers Bay and picnic perched on a rock. What views!

  • There's a cluster of excellent wineries from Hastings to just south of Merricks, so set aside a tasting day. A number of wineries have outstanding restaurants and cafes too.

  • Play golf on a cliff-top course at Cape Schanck or Flinders – the play is matched by extraordinary views out over the ocean.

  • Call into our villages including: Balnarring (a good spot to stock up on Mornington Peninsula produce), Flinders (cafes, restaurants and antique shops), Merricks (another excellent spot for Mornington Peninsula produce) and Tyabb (home of Australia's biggest antique barn, with lots of individual dealers).

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  Fast Facts
  • Australia's national wildlife symbols may be found in many areas on the Peninsula such as Koalas, Grey Kangaroos, Bandicoots and Echidnas.


  • Western Port boardwalk is home to the world's most southerly outcrop of White Mangroves

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Quality English Georgian to Victorian and French antique furniture, art and collectibles. Decorator items for the contemporary home and a selected range of quality gift lines. An exclusice range of imported European handmade glasswear and ceramics. Repair, restoration and upholstery services avaliable.

64 Cook Street Flinders

Elegant and quiet self catering accomodation in the heart of the village of Flinders. Located in a private and tranquil garden setting complete with large shaded deck, this fully self contained, newly constructed cottage consists of: 1. One bedroom with ample storage, queen size bed. 2. Seperate fully equipped kitchen and bathroom 3.

62B Cook St Flinders

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens is home to Australias oldest & most famous traditional hedge maze set among 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens. The 3 metre high Cypress hedges have been sculpted into a shapely challenge that will delight and inspire.

15 Shoreham Rd Shoreham

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens is home to Australia’s oldest & most famous traditional hedge maze set among 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens. The 3 metre high Cypress hedges have been sculpted into a shapely challenge that will delight and inspire.

15 Shoreham Rd Shoreham

Country style boutique motel in oasis of flower gardens and palms, close to shops, wineries, markets, beach and attractions. Lovely guest rooms from spa to self-contained family, barbecue and excellent service!

Balnarring is situated on the Mornington Peninsula, around 10 kilometres south-west of the major centre of Hastings and fronting onto Westernport Bay. Balnarring's Village is located 2 kilometres inland and includes a supermarket and a good selection of speciality shops.

3050 Frankston-Flinders Road Balnarring

Welcome to Quealy and Balnarring Vineyard. We are a boutique, family-run winery that has a focus on Italianate varieties and styles. Our Quealy wines embrace new varieties and ways of growing & making wine. Balnarring Vineyard is where we grow and make our wines.

62 Bittern-Dromana Road Balnarring

A country retreat with the comforts of home. Situated only two hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Pyrenees wine region. The perfect weekend escape. Unwind in our outdoor spa while soaking in the scenic views of the garden, state forest and the Pyrenees ranges.

37 Kentucky Road Merricks North

Blue Oars cottage has been updated to comfortably sleep six adults in three bedrooms (2 x queen beds, one double) and a seventh person on a fold-out divan in the lounge. A large dining table easily accomodates eight or more people. The cottage is cool in summer and cosy in winter.

13 Fethers Rd Balnarring Beach

Offering elegant, casual dining serving ‘Modern Australian’ style food. The building features old bluestones and has 180 degree views of estate vines which fall away to a lake brimming with native wildlife. The cellar door offers a wine selection for all occasions. The Bluestone Lane Vineyard wine selection is the ideal choice of wines for all occasions.

269 Myers Road Balnarring

Cape Schanck Lighthouse is the centre of the Mornington Peninsula - a great place to make your base. At the entrance to Western Port, Cape Schanck is in the middle of the vineyard boom on the Mornington Peninsula.

Cape Schanck Road Cape Schanck

Located on the most southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula. The accommodation is in the original lighthouse keeper's cottages, which are in keeping with the olden days. Our focus is to take our guests back in time and make them feel like they are living in a by gone era.

420 Cape Schanck Road Cape Schanck

So near and yet….. so far away – from the everyday! Experience the solitude of French Island whilst staying in our elegantly furnished two bedroom cottage in a rural setting overlooking Western Port Bay.

Centreway French Island

Ciao Bella Pizzeria & Wine Bar offers a casual and family friendly dining experience. The focus is FRESH, LOCAL & SEASONAL produce, prepared simply & kept close to its truest form. Much of our produce comes from our little food garden. Ciao Bella specialises in traditional super thin-crust wood fired pizza.

2998 Frankston-Flinders Rd (corner of Stumpy Gully Road) Balnarring

226 Balnarring Road Merricks North

Whether you are visiting us for the first time or a regular guest, we extend our thanks for your custom. Our aim is to provide a quiet and relaxed atmosphere for your holiday or conference. The small peaceful village of Flinders is set amidst some of the most spectacular scenery of the Mornington Peninsula.

Corner Cook and Woods Streets, Flinders

Perched on the cliff top above both Bass Strait and Westernport Bay, the unique coastal links course boasts some of the most spectacular views on the Peninsula. The course layout provides a challenge to both the social golfer and keen player alike.

Bass Street, Flinders

Established in 1889, the Flinders Hotel has endured devastating fires, collapsed beach bars and more than a few colourful locals. With a spirit of survival and many stories to tell, the Flinders Hotel remains a meeting place for locals and visitors alike with historical charm, a dash of wit and quiet dignity.

Corner Cook and Woods Streets, Flinders

Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom timber cottage set amidst a delightful native garden. A short walk to local beaches, walking and cycling tracks. Offering a comfortable and relaxed living in a quiet leafy street of Somers with even the occasional Koala lazing in the gum trees.

Somers

Enjoy a wonderful, relaxing stay at Marina View Van Village located in Hastings, Victoria. The Village is right on Western Port Bay where you can fish, walk, sail and drive to enjoy all that nature has to offer. Marina View Van Village is located on the Mornington Peninsula in a peaceful coastal setting, overlooking Western Port Bay.

38 Salmon Street, Hastings

Merricks Store established in 1924 as a community hub is now our Cellar Door. You are invited to taste and experience Elgee Park, Baillieu & Quealy wines whilst enjoying our country style. We celebrate the region we live in; with food and wine that showcases the Peninsula.

3460 Frankston-Flinders Road Merricks

Voted best wildlife park experience in the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria poll for Victoria's 101 best tourist experiences! Meet endangered Australian native animals in a natural bushland setting, during the day or on our unique and magical evening walks. Daytime: We are open during the day from 10am to 5pm.

550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road Pearcedale

Mornington Peninsula Chocolates is a small manufacturer of exquisite handmade award winning chocolates. With several gold medals under their belt as well as winning the ultimate Chocolate Champion trophy for 2008 at the Melbourne Fine Food Awards / Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV), these are chocolates you do not want to miss out on.

45 Cook Street Flinders

My name is Polly and together with my husband Nick and our five children we have made this vineyard our cherished home. Having lived inner city Melbourne most of our lives, we are recent devotees of the Mornington Peninsula and now in our apprenticeship to qualify as locals we sing the praises of our new home loud and proud.

238 Myers Rd Balnarring

Self-contained house. Quiet ideal location for fishing/boating. Four doors to foreshore. Close to marina and shops. Open fire. Dog and cost friendly. One night welcome.

2 Gaskin Avenue Hastings

Finally; a plant nursery growing & selling only Drought Tolerant Plants ! Nobbies View is a stunning nursery & visual treat for anyone interested in establishing a drought tolerant garden. Situated on the panoramic cliff top position of Shoreham the outlook over Western Port Bay and “The Nobbies” will amaze everyone.

4265 Frankston-Flinders Road, Shoreham, Victoria. 3916

‘Ocean Eight produces small quantities of high quality wine’. ‘Grapes are handpicked from Ocean Eight’s vineyard and wine is crafted in small batches at their gravity fed winery in Shoreham.

271 Tucks Rd Shoreham

Two recently built mudbrick, spacious self-contained units in an acre of landscaped gardens, wood fires, outdoor spa and barbeque area. Generous basket breakfast provided.

21 King Street Flinders

Pelican Pantry is an award winning training café located on the Hastings Foreshore looking out over the historic pier to French Island. Established in December 2003 this innovative initiative of the Mornington Peninsula Shire introduces people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to working life in hospitality, retail and tourism.

2 Marine Parade Hastings

The Rain Hayne & Shine Farmyard is set in the picturesque rural area of the Mornington Peninsula. Especially designed for children, but enjoyed by animal lovers of all ages the farm features a large variety of friendly farm animals with an emphasis on 'hands on' activities.

490 Stumpy Gully Rd Balnarring

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