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A guide to Melbourne's Mornington
Peninsula tourism accommodation, activities, attractions
and events.
The Mornington Peninsula is the first
choice for many,
the accommodation is varied and there is something to suit
all budgets, from coastal and inland caravan and camping
parks to luxury bed & breakfast accommodation.
The peninsula has some of the finest
scenery in Victoria, providing the perfect setting for
secluded romantic cottage retreats or coastal apartments
with spectacular sea views. The main principle towns such
as Mornington, Blairgowrie & Sorrento provide motel and
hotel accommodation .
Some accommodation providers offer special
family or group accommodation, holidays for couples &
adults, and some welcome pets by special arrangement.
During the year many of the accommodation
providers on the Mornington Peninsula offer luxury breaks,
late vacancies, last minute bookings, and romantic weeks
away The Mornington Peninsula is located in Victoria
Australia; just an hour's drive from Melbourne CBD and its
mild climate all year round has made it a favourite holiday
destination for visitors from all over the state and
overseas. The Mornington Peninsula is recognised as
one of Australia's most important wine growing regions,
with over 40 wineries that have cellar door and restaurant
facilities it is a must do when visiting the Peninsula.
The wineries produce a selection of award wining wines
including 'Pinot' Chardonnay and Merlot wines. The
Peninsula has a
choice of championship course, ideal for the golf
enthusiasts looking for a golf holiday within easy reach of
Melbourne, Victoria. The sandy beaches and safe waters
of Port Phillip Bay make family holidays on the Mornington
Peninsula the first choice for Victorians and there are
plenty of other activities such riding, walking, cycling,
wind surfing and fishing. Westernport Bay, French Island
and the ferry to Phillip Island are all easily accessible
from towns such as Frankston, Mornington, Rye, Sorrento &
Blairgowrie. Westernport Bay and the peninsula
hinterland has spectacular scenery, wineries, mazes,
historic homesteads, antiques and art galleries. Come and
enjoy the festivals, local community markets and wines of
the peninsula throughout out the year, there is something
for everyone. The southern end of the peninsula is where
Europeans first settled in Victoria in 1803 in Sorrento.
This is a very historical area where you can visit
everything from pioneering homesteads to mansions. Some
highlights are Ballam Park Homestead which combines history
with a craft market. Briar's Historic Homestead and Park
also offers more than just history to the visitor. Along
with the Napoleonic memorabilia, the visitor can experience
nature's splendour in the wetlands areas. We feature the
best accommodation on the Mornington Peninsula including
Hotels, Motels, Bed & Breakfast, Self Contained, Caravan
and camping Parks. To give you a good reason to stay
with us on the peninsula, we also include the finest
attractions and activities including Wineries, Golf
Courses, Fishing, Sailing, Bowling, Historic Homesteads,
Museums & Art Galleries, Health & Relaxation, Antiques &
Collectables,Main St Boutique Shopping, craft shops, ladies
fashion..
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