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The Beach Shack

December 23, 2020
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Bungalow, For Sale, Home, House, Merricks, Paton, Real Estate, seaside
Offering all the relaxed ambience of a quintessential seaside retreat, this charming property is nestled in a prime location just a couple of hundred metres from the sand in one of the peninsula's most tightly held and largely undiscovered seaside hamlets.

Merricks Beach Hideaway

December 23, 2020
Beautiful Homes
Beach, Buy, Home, House, Merricks Beach, Merricks Beach Hideaway, Ocean, Paton, Real Estate, sand, seaside, Walk, weekender
Embracing all the fabulous tranquility of Merricks Beach with the whisper of the ocean in the air, this classic light and airy three-bedroom seaside home is just footsteps from the sand.

5 Thompsons Lane, Merricks

December 17, 2020
Beautiful Homes
Land, Merricks, Real Estate
1/2 acre rural property with planning permit. Located on this tightly held country lane.

SANHEATH

November 20, 2020
Beautiful Homes
Australia, Farm, For Sale, Home, Horses, Mornington Peninsula, Paton Estate Agents, Peninsula, Property, Real Estate, rural, Somers, Victoria
A rare offering, situated in the popular Mornington Peninsula in beach side Somers. This small rural holding of 14 acres features an immaculately presented Victorian style home, just 5 years old.

Balnarring Beach

July 28, 2020
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1970s, Architecture, Balnarring Beach, Beach, Coastal, four-bedroom home, Kitchen, Mornington Peninsula, Peninsula, Purchase, Real Estate
A statement in sophisticated coastal calm with glistening views over Western Port to Phillip Island, this stunning four-bedroom home is pure holiday heaven on the peninsula’s quiet side.

Waterways

July 28, 2020
Beautiful Homes
boat berth, boats, clipper way, Community, House, martha cove, Mornington Peninsula, on the water, Real Estate, Sailing, Water, waterways
The ultimate lifestyle awaits with this superb four-bedroom canal frontage home and 12m freehold berth in one of the best locations in Martha Cove marina.

Tumbywood

June 22, 2020
Beautiful Homes
Mornington Peninsula, Real Estate, Red Hill
760 WHITE HILL ROAD, RED HILL Framing stunning views of Port Phillip Bay, this unique architect-designed home on 42 acres is the perfect rural escape full of modern flair and comfort and delivering absolute pr...

Turn your dream into a reality!

June 22, 2020
Beautiful Homes
Balnarring, Mornington Peninsula, Real Estate
84 BITTERN DROMANA ROAD, BALNARRINGWith a stunning northerly outlook across green fields and rolling hills, this 10 acre property just moments from Balnarring village and an hour from the city is the perfec...

SANDPIPER

January 26, 2020
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Balnarring, Bay, Beach, Family, Flinders, Holiday House, Home, Land, Mornington Peninsula, new home, Property, Real Estate, Rustic, sandpiper, Sea
Set on a huge 1600sqm allotment and barely a 10-minute stroll to serene Honeysuckle beach and a little further along the beach to the Pt Leo Surf Lifesaving Club, this coastal gem has options to build a brand n...

Secluded Manor

December 8, 2019
Beautiful Homes
Buy, Estate, Farm, Garden, Home, Kitchen, Local, Mornington Peninsula, PEARCEDALE, Peninsula, Private, Purchase, Real Estate, Victoria
A private enclave of majestic proportions on 10 manicured acres with a sprawling six-bedroom manor home and flood-lit tennis court, a life of luxury and serenity awaits only 45 minutes from the city.

Bittern Cottage

November 21, 2019
Beautiful Homes
Buy, Cottage, Garden, history, Home, Mornington Peninsula, Real Estate, Restaurant, tourism, Victoria
Steeped in local history and uniquely positioned with main road frontage ideal for a business or tourism venture, Bittern Cottage has been a landmark for more than a century.

Peace & Privacy

October 25, 2019
Beautiful Homes
Buy, coast and country, Farm, Mornington Peninsula, Mornington Racecourse, paddocks, Peninsula, Peninsula Link, Real Estate, Sale, Victoria
Set on 9.9 sprawling acres (approx.) next to Mornington Racecourse and moments from the vibrant restaurants and cafes of Main Street, this unique coast and country property offers a chance of peace and tranquility to create the ultimate lifestyle.
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You only live once, but if you do it right, once i You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough 😊
Are you looking for a GROOVY house by the sea?‘The Narring’ is literally just a few steps from the beach👣Set sail for the peninsula's quiet side and secure this blue-chip property with miles of shoreline. 
Just a short walk to our favourite @tulumstore_balnarring for your morning coffee and a couple of minutes by car to Balnarring's shopping centre, chances like this simply don't come around - um.. ever?!!
Riding a jet ski this summer? Please stay 300 metr Riding a jet ski this summer? Please stay 300 metres away from dolphins."Covid-crazy" best explains the behaviour of people around our dolphins in both bays on the pen, so far this Summer.As the weather heats up this week, we remind everyone to keep your distance from dolphins, seals and whales.It seems worse this year with angry, frustrated people calling in to report what they are seeing.The stress of endless interruptions to feeding, resting and nursing is taking its toll.Unfortunately there are no quick fixes – the best thing is to report concerns to @delwp_vic on 136 186 for them to follow up and to support a case for greater enforcement.@dolphinresearch #morningtonpeninsula
Head to @everywhenartspace if you’re in the mark Head to @everywhenartspace if you’re in the market for an outstanding piece of Aboriginal art.THE SUMMER COLLECTOR’S SHOW 2021. Aboriginal art from 9 regions. Dec 27 - Feb 23, 2021 
 Open: Dec 27-Jan 31 daily 
Opening hours: 11-4
One of the best ways to enjoy summer is dining at One of the best ways to enjoy summer is dining at @stillwater_at_crittenden where the scenery is as fine as what’s on the plate.Tables shaded by umbrellas, drop-dead gorgeous lake views, and most of all good food and good people, makes this signature Dromana dining an experience not to be missed.#morningtonpeninsula #summertime
Dead Calm 🙌🏻 Dead Calm 🙌🏻
Always take the back roads, you never know what ad Always take the back roads, you never know what adventures you’ll find.. 🍃 #lush
@volpinopizzeria have you covered in the birdcage. @volpinopizzeria have you covered in the birdcage. Pizza. Beer on tap, Aperol Spritz, fabulous wine list.#mountmartha #italianfood
Whatever floats your boat.. Whatever floats your boat..
A perfect day at... @paringaestate A perfect day at... @paringaestate
It’s super busy in the Pen, but we still love to It’s super busy in the Pen, but we still love to find that magical hidden spot. Be mindful, be courteous and enjoy.
Somewhere on your holiday, don’t forget to pull Somewhere on your holiday, don’t forget to pull over and enjoy the view.
Whether you’re a local, a tourist, travelling so Whether you’re a local, a tourist, travelling solo, or looking for a fun activity this summer on the Pen, the @sunnyridgestrawberryfarm welcomes you to experience the beautiful fields and to pick the strawberries yourself🍓🍓
The perfect balance of coast and country. SANHEAT The perfect balance of coast and country. SANHEATH is an immaculately presented Victorian style home on 14 acres, situated in beach side Somers.Overlooking a large ornamental lake with established gardens and trees, an Olympic sized ménage plus 8 well fenced paddocks, 6 with fully lined horse shelters, all with automatic watering and electric fencing, plus multiple day yards. The property also boasts a large Machinery Shed 14m x 7m, with fully lockable concreted workshop. Beautifully presented Barn, 8m x 20m with 3 large stables, double tack room, shower/toilet, feed room and hot water wash bay.Established as a delightful country home for family life, it provides a balanced country / coast retreat where the commute to Melbourne can be made free of traffic lights!#countrylife #morningtonpeninsula
The Montalto Sculpture Trail has reopened to visit The Montalto Sculpture Trail has reopened to visitors. With all of the 2020 Montalto Sculpture Prize Finalists still in situ, there's no better time to take a sunny stroll through the trail in Red Hill.Outdoor dining: Private Picnics at @montaltovineyard and the Piazza 11am – 5pm, 7 days.Indoor dining: Montalto with Matt Wilkinson, 11am – 5pm Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon.Cellar Door tastings and wine sales: 11am – 5pm, 7 days.Sculpture - ‘Pointing Girl' by Matt Calvert.
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