Peninsula Secrets
Number 16 Beach & The General Store
One of the Peninsula’s best-kept secrets. Number 16 is a wild, unspoilt ocean beach — dramatic rock formations, the famous Dragon Head Rock, coastal walks through national park and almost no one else around. Grab a coffee and something local from the organic General Store opposite before heading down the dunes. Possibly the best coffee […]
Alba Thermal Springs & Spa
Just 11 minutes from Aquabelle, Alba is one of the Peninsula’s most extraordinary experiences. Set in native bushland in Fingal, 31 contemporary geothermal pools — botanical, forest, rain and private rooftop — await. There’s a day spa and restaurant Thyme, where chef Karen Martini’s seasonal menu is the perfect way to end a long, restorative […]
Stop at Tully’s
On your way down to Aquabelle, we always recommend stopping at Tully’s Corner on the Moorooduc Highway in Mornington. It’s a Peninsula institution — a beautiful produce store with a wonderful deli, butcher, florist and café all under one roof. Pick up local cheeses, fresh bread, Peninsula fruit and vegetables, a bunch of flowers for the bench […]
Wild Beauty: The Best Winter Coastal Walks Around Rye
There is an old saying that there is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothing. In winter, the Mornington Peninsula trades its calm summer shimmer for a rugged, dramatic, and utterly breathtaking coastal beauty. Lacing up your boots, pulling on a beanie, and hitting the coastal trails is one of the most […]
The Winter Wellness Guide: Soaking and Staying in Rye
There is a unique magic to the Mornington Peninsula when the temperature drops. The summer crowds disperse, a peaceful calm settles over Rye, and the crisp coastal air practically begs you to slow down, wrap yourself in a warm knit, and reset. If you think the coast is strictly a summer destination, winter on the […]
peninsula hot springs – soak it in!
This award-winning destination is a short 10 minute drive from Aquabelle. There is a range of bathing options in pools that are emptied each night and refilled each morning by geothermal waters from more than 600m below the ground. Continuously changing, upgrading and improving the experiences for first timers and regulars.
Winter, the Peninsula’s speciality!
Don’t just think of the Mornington Peninsula as Melbourne’s summer playground because winter takes on its own beauty and opens up some amazing treats when you visit. And the cooler weather means a less crowdy vibe so you can enjoy the slower pace and extra attention. As locals we get to experience the beauty, hidden […]