Recommendations on the Mornington Peninsula

Happy Glamper is based on the southern Mornington Peninsula, a region renowned for its coastal living with a hint of European charm. Here are some of our recommendations for what to see and do during your glamping experience.

Adventure:

• Go Tree Surfing
• Explore the Enchanted Adventure Garden,
• Fishing Charters, Trips and Cruises with Bay Fish N Trips
• Go Stand-Up Paddleboarding with PSUPS
• Pick your own strawberries at Sunny Ridge,
• Go horse-riding with Gunnamatta Trail Rides or Horseback Winery Tours,
• Go diving or kayaking with BayPlay.
• Relax and get pampered at the Peninsula Hot Springs,
• Explore the heritage gardens at Heronswood, Dromana (home of The Diggers Club),
• See the Cape Schanck Lighthouse,
• Visit the Boneo Maze and Mini Golf,
• Visit the Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens,
• Explore the “front beaches” or bay coast (including swimming at The Pillars, Mt Martha),
• Explore the “back beaches” or surf coast,
• Go surfing.

Cafes and Restaurants:

• Experience fresh dining at Michael Demagistris’ new restaurant East Bar and Dining, Mount Martha,
• Dine and shop in a former bowling alley now known as Blue Mini Eatery, Emporium & Events, Rosebud,
• Savour wines at the Wine Centre of Crittenden Estate,
• Grab a beer, pizza and see live music at the Mornington Peninsula Brewery,
• Enjoy mexican meals and live music at Baha Tacos, Rye,
• Indulge with the Wine Food Farmgate trail,
• Experience amazing coffee at a cafe within a roastery at Commonfolk Coffee, Mornington,
• You’ll find the best takeaway coffee and fresh seafood at Point Leo General Store, Point Leo,
• Spoil yourself with a la carte, yum cha and/or breakfast at the super fresh Ting Tong Kanteen (Asian fusion), Balnarring,
• Discover wine, great food, art and produce at the re-imagined Merricks General Wine Store, Merricks,
• Dine amidst vintage industrial decor at the The Epicurean, Red Hill,
• Get your fix of boutique coffee, cold-pressed juice and raw super food at Store Fifteen, Mornington.
• Indulge in authentic Italian-style pizza and local wines at the multi-award winning Ciao Bella Pizzaria and Wine Bar, Balnarring
• Discover seasonal dishes and wines at the winery-based Polperro Bistro, Red Hill
• Find delicious brekkie and lunch at A Mini Kitchen, Rye,

Shopping for Gifts:

• Blue Mini Emporium, Rosebud,
• Whitenest, Blairgowrie,
• Elephant Sorrento,
• Loft by Ourlieu, Dromana.

Shopping for Vintage:

• Once Upon A Time, Rosebud
• Rosebud Vintage Bazaar,
• The Vintage Shed, Tyabb,
• Tyabb Packing House Antiques, Tyabb

Catering:

• Franklin Coffee and Bar
• Blue Mini Cafe – catering
• Peninsula Paellas

… the list is endless!