MORNINGTON PENINSULA
Combine idyllic European coastal living with good old Australian charm and you’ll get the Mornington Peninsula. Located just an hour from Melbourne, the region is a combination of seaside towns and local wineries, and the stunning coastline walks will take your breath away. The compact size of the region and diverse activities means you’ll never have a dull day.
3min from la Boheme | Peninsula Hot Springs
5 minutes to Rye Beach
PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS
The hot springs at the Mornington Peninsula use natural hot mineral waters that flow from an underground aquifer almost 640m below the surface. It’s the untouched water that ranges between 37 and 43 degrees Celsius that is so appealing, with its naturally occurring minerals including sulphur, calcium, magnesium, potassium and more.
Booking is essential.
https://www.peninsulahotsprings.com/
BEACHES & MARINE ACTIVITIES
The welcoming waters of the Mornington Peninsula offer something for everyone, with calm waters on the golden bay beach side through to frenetic surf on the ocean side. Whether it’s adrenaline watersports or relaxing by the water’s edge, you won’t be disappointed. Meet the peninsula personalities on a swimming expedition where you can frolic with the dolphins and seals, go scuba diving to explore the marine life or shipwrecks, jump on a surf board or go kayaking. For something a little more serene, you can hire a boat and head out with a fishing rod to catch some dinner – the area is home to more than 500 species of fish – or simply charter a boat to enjoy the fresh sea breeze. The shoreline stretches for more than 260km and includes everything from sandy, family friendly beaches through to rugged ocean coastlines.
Portsea Hotel is just 18 minutes away from La Boheme
FOOD
There are so many restaurants, it’s hard to pick just a few to sample. The good thing is that the Mornington Peninsula offers everything, from fine dining right through to café food and snacks, so no matter what you’re in the mood for, there’ll be something on offer. The Hidden Kitchen is walking distance from La Boheme and offers delicious coffee and bakery items.
Favourite locals:
The National Golf Club in Cape Schanck has often been referred to as the best piece of golf real estate in the country. Just 15 minutes away from La Boheme.
WORLD CLASS GOLF
With 15 clubs in the region, you can truly play golf all day long, hopping from one golf course to the next thanks to their close proximity to each other. The Mornington Peninsula is often referred to as Australia’s number one golf destination, due to its mild climate, perfect conditions for links courses, sand dunes for natural contours and fast-draining sandy soil – a perfect recipe.
There are 19 links to choose from and you won’t be disappointed with any of them.
Within 10 minutes of the property:
Montalto is about 20 minutes away from La Boheme
WINE REGION
Since the early 1980s, the Mornington Peninsula has emerged as one of Australia’s premier wine regions. The cool-climate region is home to more than 200 wineries. The hardest part of your trip will be narrowing down which wineries to visit. You can pretty much guarantee you won’t be disappointed with any in the region, but if you’re short on time here is our top 5.
The Cups Estate (5 minutes from La Boheme)
Mornington Peninsula has 30 bike tracks and 100 walking tracks
WALKS& bike tracks
Nearly 30 bike tracks and 100 walking tracks, trails and short walks mean you’re totally spoilt for choice. Lots of easy coastal walks include beaches, piers, arts trails, historic sites and villages for a lazy coffee. Go inland for shady bush walks, bird-filled wetlands, pretty creeks and ocean views from hilltops. Or step up to the iconic 100km Mornington Peninsula Walk which combines four shorter coastal and hinterland walks.
Complete list here.
There is a number of sculpture parks in the region.
ART & CULTURE
Explore the eclectic range of galleries scattered across the region. Discover the extraordinary form and colour of the ancient craft of glass blowing. Fall in love with contemporary art. What better backdrop for sculptural art than the great outdoors – meander one of the iconic sculpture parks in region. Explore significant regional sites such as the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery. Immerse yourself in history at any one of historical homes part of the National Trust network or walk the steps of those past at Cape Schanck’s 1850s lighthouse or Point Nepean’s historic military installations. An abundance of music gigs, concerts and festivals shape the calendar year.
More info here.
Store 360 is a short drive away
MARKETS & SHOPS
The Mornington Peninsula has it all—from bespoke boutiques that feature local makers to op-shops and community markets. There is something for everyone and the Rye shopping strip is only minutes away from La Boheme.
Sorrento Village has a lot of trendy clothing stores and cute little cafes.
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