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Peninsula and region of Victoria, Australia
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This article is about the entire Mornington Peninsula, and not just the area of Mornington
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Take the road to the summit (305 m) from where there are great views.
A delightful old homestead on 230 hectares, which is steeped in local history, flora and fauna.
A picturesque bay about a 20-minute hike from the car park with a good chance of seeing kangaroos along the way.
Dramatic rocks and waves at the bottom of the country.
A great place to see ibis and other waterbirds, the grounds also feature an historic homestead and gardens and an annual jazz festival.
Features a large lake surrounded by towering cliffs and is located near Moorooduc Railway Station.
Runs from Pt Nepean to Cape Schanck.
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A heritage railway running steam and diesel trains on the first three Sundays of each month between Moorooduc and Mornington.
Features an old fort and quarantine station. Entry fees apply.
You can now bathe in the naturally healing waters of mineral-rich thermal pools, up to 50ºC in temperature. Children under 5 not admitted, pending construction of a family pool.
Tasty dumplings are served in this charming restaurant next to the beach.
Heronswood's Fork to Fork café strives wherever possible to use fruit and vegetables which are in season, regional and organic. Many of their vegetables are heirloom varieties from the Heronswood garden: purple carrots or green and yellow tomatoes.
A seasonal range of specialist cheese is made using fresh organic cow milk and free-range goat milk, each from a single herd. Red Hill cheeses use vegetarian rennet, and are free from genetically modified organisms, artificial stabilisers and preservatives. There are no facilities for groups of more than 10 people.
DOC Pizza is a mid-high priced Italian restaurant serving classic pizzas made from fine imported and local ingredients. They also have a small gourmet delicatessen & produce store.
A popular place to drink in the Point Nepean part of the peninsula.
Mornington Peninsula accommodation
Luxury secluded self-cater cottages and B&B suites set on 30 acres with in-ground pool and tennis court.
Country house hotel on 30 acres of gardens and vineyards.
Not actually on the beach.
Budget and deluxe cabins.
2-night minimum stay.
Ensuite cabin accommodation.
Cabin-style accommodation.
Bed and breakfast.
Very much a budget motel - inspect the sheets upon checking in.
Cabin accommodation.
Dromana accommodation. Self-contained accommodation close to Dromana Beach.
Cape Schanck Lightstation
Cape Schanck Lighthouse is a working lightstation at the tip of Mornington Peninsula protecting the ships coming and going from Melbourne in Bass Strait. Accommodation at the Lighthouse includes 3 self-contained cottages and a motel style suite. Accommodation was once used by lighthouse keepers, visiting inspectors and staff. Cape Schanck Lighthouse was built in the 1850s and remains a heritage listed building.
3rd Saturday of the month from November to April. 8AM-1PM
By public transport
Suburban trains leave from Melbourne to Frankston regularly, taking approximately one hour to Frankston (where they terminate).au/route/view/6. Tickets can be purchased at train stations.
By ferry
SeaRoad car/passenger ferries cross the mouth of Port Phillip Bay between Sorrento and Queenscliff on the Bellarine Peninsula.
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