Our QR Code Trail is an intrepid summer quest: scan at each hidden stop, unravel the stories, and discover things you never knew about the landscape, the wildlife, and the history woven through the mountain.

Collect your quest ‘passport’ from our friendly guest services staff before you start, and collect the letters you find along the way to complete the secret word! When you reach the end of the trail you’ll receive an official stamp to signify your explorer finishers status!

The perfect activity to complete before or after your gondola ride!

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Gather your crew and settle in for a decadent feast featuring a carefully curated selection of gourmet brunch dishes, from hearty classics to lighter, seasonal delights. Sip your way through a selection of Bass & Flinders’ signature gin cocktails, perfectly mixed to complement your meal. From bright and zesty flavours to smooth and aromatic blends, each drink is crafted to showcase their award-winning grape-to-glass spirits.

The welcoming ambiance of the Distillery Door, with its rustic charm, rooftop terrace and modern touches, makes it the perfect spot for a relaxed yet stylish brunch. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just making the most of your weekend, the Bottomless Brunch promises an unforgettable experience.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY THROUGHOUT SUMMER | FROM 11AM

Available Fridays to Sundays. Bookings Essential. (T’s & C’s apply).

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Line-up includes:

Crowded House – global icons with timeless hits like Don’t Dream It’s Over

Angus & Julia Stone – the sibling duo behind Big Jet Plane

The Church – Australian rock legends

Mark Seymour with Vika & Linda – powerful vocals and iconic tunes

The Waifs – much-loved folk favourites

Set against the stunning backdrop of Mornington Racecourse, this outdoor concert (18+) is the perfect way to soak up summer vibes with great music, local food trucks, and an electric festival atmosphere.

Tickets: Available Thursday, 5 June 2025

Location: Mornington Racecourse, Mornington Peninsula

Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025. Check back closer to the event date for gate times.

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The Ripe ‘n’ Ready Cherry Farm at 52 Arkwells Lane in Red Hill, is owned and operated by two generations of the Easy family, who planted the orchard back in 1947 on 24 acres of lush, Red Hill countryside. These days, Eric and Simon Easy’s farm is one of the Peninsula’s biggest and best cherry producers. The love that has gone into cultivating the orchard is evident in the lush quality of the fruit. With over 70 varieties of cherries, there is a delicious variety for every jam, ice cream, cake, sauce or fruit bowl.

With a trout pond stocked full of rainbow trout – autumn, winter and spring are the best times to try your hand at catching a plump, juicy dinner-plate-sized fish. Eric loves fishing so much, he can often be found helping kids cast off and catch fish.

Earlier this year, the farm was featured on the Mornington Peninsula episode of Australia’s Masterchef. The Northern Territory’s Lucy was seen catching a fish from the trout pond, which she took back to the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne to prepare and cook. Filmed last winter, in prime trout fishing season, the trout pond was redolent with leaping rainbow trout.  In spring the cherry trees blossom and many visitors come just to see and smell the perfumed branches.

Coming into summer, the farm is vibrant with visitors and fragrant with sweet and sour cherries, blueberries and raspberries ripening to summer perfection. You can ‘pick your own’, which allows you to enjoy the sunshine and wander about the farm choosing your own berries. At the end – the box is weighed and you’re charged accordingly ($8 a kilo).

In early November the Bergstoff variety are the first cherries to ripen, later come the Lapins, which are the most prolific variety and then the Burlaps, a big favourite with ‘pick it yourselfers’. After Christmas the most prized Morello Cherries come into season.  In autumn frozen berries are available to purchase, trout fishing is well underway and there is seasonal homemade ice cream on sale – packed full of ripe summer fruit.

Farm Gate is now a big part of the business – with freshly picked cherries, silvanberries, raspberries, boysenberries, marionberries and blueberries. Visitors and locals like to buy directly from the grower and know exactly what they are getting, where it has been grown and how fresh the berries are.  Ripe ‘n’ Ready is open from the first week of November until the last week of January. Visit ripenreadycherries.com.au for more information.

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What was a working cattle farm is now an acclaimed restaurant with a spacious dining room – graced with natural light and a rustic cellar door. There is something for everyone with their modern Australian menu that reflects seasonal moods. 

In summer, the sprawling deck with comfortable outdoor lounges provides the perfect spot to wine and dine in the sunshine. Whether you’re dining as a large group or after a more intimate dining experience, the Barmah Park restaurant has the perfect setting for you.

Today, the Barmah Park Vineyard continues to evolve. They have four wines belonging to the Arthurs Seat label, and a premium range of outstanding wines under our Lighthouse and Vintage labels. The production of these wines is a testament to the rich history and demonstrates the passion for exceptional wine and distinguished dining is stronger than ever.

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With a strong emphasis on fresh and local produce, Volpino offers an array of Mediterranean inspired seasonal dishes to compliment the classic wood fired pizzas that are a mainstay of this vibrant, beachside venue. The deck is super sized and a perfect place to soak up the winters sun, unwind and dine alfresco with friends, family or as a couple. Add a unique, hand selected wine list and you have the perfect ingredients for a memorable day or night out. To borrow a famous Australian phrase, it’s all about the vibe and it’s this attitude that inspires us to follow the boys from Volpino.

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We’re excited to announce that we are reopening for a very limited summer season, every single day from Tuesday 27th December–Sunday 8th January!

From 11am–5pm, you’re all welcome to walk right in, sit right down and enjoy a delicious lawn menu curated by our friends next door at Montalto.

BYO picnic rug, deck chairs, sunscreen, friends, family and all your 4-legged friends too! We love pups at Tucks!

No bookings, no BYO food or drinks, no wine tastings.

We look forward to seeing you back at Tucks to enjoy the perfect summer’s day snacking and wining the hours away! But get in quick because this reopening is for a very limited time only!

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Summer truffles have become big news in Australia and Red Hill Truffles is delighted to be part of the excitement, offering summer black truffle hunting for the first time.

To the untrained eye, summer truffles are similar to their winter cousins at first glance, but their flesh is lighter and the flavour more suited to lighter summer dishes.

Join Red Hill Truffles and their talented hunting dogs to gather some of the truffles they find and learn more about the fascinating history of these coveted fungi and how they came to be farmed in Australia.

Tasting treats at the end of the hunt, including wood-fired pizza with truffle shavings, will leave you in no doubt about the reason truffle-lovers count the days between seasons.

The summer hunts are available from December to February and are a special opportunity to see the truffiere in all its lush, leafy glory.

$195pp

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Come and join us and enjoy our handcrafted, small batch spirits while soaking up the smooth sounds of summer with some of our favourite local artists.

Sunday Jan 02nd: Benn Song
Sunday Jan 9th: Aimee Francis
Sunday Jan 16th: Chris Hoffman
Sunday Jan 23rd: Simon Levick

Our Distillery Door is also open everyday over summer for cocktails, local grazing platters and your favourite gin paddles. 11am -5pm until January 31st.

Bookings essential to avoid disappointment. Please visit our website or contact the Distillery for further details!

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With views of the bay, just a pleasant walk to the beach and offering the most idyllic location for divine permanent living or laidback weekend escapes, three living areas ensure there is plenty of space to entertain while the north-facing pool deck and covered sitting area is a summer delight.

A large open-plan meals, living and kitchen area with mellow timber floors and a cosy wood heater for ambience has large sliding doors to a sheltered side deck that catches the morning sun. Granite benchtops and Blanco and Ilve appliances make meal preparation easy, a second living area has built-in study benches and opens to the pool terrace and a dedicated study with built-in desks has its own entrance providing the opportunity to work from home.

The main bathroom has a soothing spa, one of two downstairs bedrooms features an ensuite, while the upstairs master enjoys a retreat lounge, walk-in robe and powder room.

A large garage with workshop areas is perfect for a handyman or tradesman, there is parking for a boat or caravan behind secure gates plus a carport.

A short drive to many top class wineries and less than 90 minutes from the city, this is a unique chance to secure a coveted coastal retreat that your family can enjoy for generations.

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