Red Hill and the Mornington Peninsula offer the best of Victoria's Wine, Coast and Country and is just 1 hour from Melbourne
Red Hill and the Mornington Peninsula offer the best of Victoria's Wine, Coast and Country and is just 1 hour from Melbourne
Only an hourโs drive from Melbourne awaits beautiful Red Hill and the Mornington Peninsula. Famed for its award winning vineyards, dramatic surf beaches and beautiful sandy bay beaches, Red Hill is the ideal destination for that spontaneous drive into the country or a special occasion.
Spoil yourself with some of the Peninsulas finest restaurants, unique and enticing boutiques and prepare to indulge in one of its many spa and luxury accommodation options.
If nature is your thing then lose yourself in one of the dozens of walking trails, beautiful bay and ocean beaches, bike tracks or horse riding adventures.
Whether you come for a day, a weekend or stay for a week, there is something for the whole family to enjoy and one visit is never enough!
Tempt your taste buds with gourmet food from one of the Peninsula's many award winning restaurants and wineries. From casual cafes & pizzerias to fine dining in exclusive venues, they all aim to serve stunning local produce and wines.
Originally an apple orchard farming region, in recent decades Red Hill has become world renowned for its quality and variety of wines, and cellar doors. There are now more than 60 wineries, 50 cellar doors and 200 vineyards so take your pick!
Whether you need a night or two rest from the stresses of city life, or you are after a longer stay to pamper yourself in luxury, Red Hill has something perfect for you. Hotels, B & B's, Guest Houses & Self Catering options are all available.
Looking for award winning wineries and cellar door tastings? Then look no further than Red Hill
Looking for award winning wineries and cellar door tastings? Then look no further than Red Hill
The vines of Port Phillip Estate were planted in 1987 making it one of the region's most established vineyards. This, along with some expert winemaking and management has helped the estate to produce some of Victoria's most popular Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays.
One of the Peninusla's most boutique wineries with one of the best names originating from the 3 vineyards of the estate all being 10 minutes by tractor away from each other. They produce beautiful cool climate wines and have a cellar door and restaurant in which to taste these.
Situated in a beautiful valley in the heart of Red Hill, Paringa Estate is a family run award winning winery producing some of the best Pinot Noir's and Shiraz's in Australia. The first vines were planted way back in 1985, the first vintage in 1988 and the vineyard was complete by 1990.
The best place to find all the events happening in Red Hill and on the Mornington Peninsula
The best place to find all the events happening in Red Hill and on the Mornington Peninsula
The Red Hill show may be 95 years old but it shows no signs of slowing down. This years event had the benefit of glorious late summer sun to ensure the event was well attended by all ages.
Moving into the old Long Table space, Many Little has been a great addition to the Red Hill South dining scene.
Mornington Peninsulas best ocean and bay beaches are just minutes away from beautiful Red Hill
Mornington Peninsulas best ocean and bay beaches are just minutes away from beautiful Red Hill
One thing that makes Red Hill and the Mornington Peninsula stand out compared to other destinations is its coast line. Red Hill is ideally situated to enjoy two very different types of coastal experience.
Starting on the ocean side of the peninsula we have Flinders, with it's amazing cliff top golf course that showcases views over Phillip Island and along one of Australiaโa most dramatic and stunning coastlines. There are over 40km of surf beaches to suit anyone from beginner to advanced and coastal walks taking in beautiful beaches, light houses & rocky cliffs.
After spending time taking in the views and adventures of the ocean it is now worth hopping to the other side of the peninsula to experience some of the finest, and safest, bay beaches that Australia has to offer.
Lose yourself in quaint traditional seaside towns or rent a colourful beach house and fully recharge your batteries by relaxing in the warm blue water with white sands as far as the eye can see.
The Mornington Peninsula really is the place that that has it all!
Residents of Red Hill and the Mornington Peninsula have known for years that its wine & produce are among the best that Australia has to offer.