Things to Do

A personal guide will take you up into the fully operational Lighthouse into the Lamproom and explain the workings and History in approximately a 20 minute tour, this includes a viewing out on the balcony.

There are very few Lighthouse left operating in Australia that still have all the workings still in place and with the original Lens still shining its full distance.

The  museum  is expanding all the time and is very informative with a listing of the many ship wrecks and stories from the descendants of the early lighthouse keeper families. For those who cannot climb the lighthouse steps into the Lamproom we have the photos for you to view in the Museum. 

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Koala petting and photography encounter allows visitors to get up close and cuddle Australia’s most
famous marsupial. Koala encounter is commissionable if included in group programs.

At night, Moonlit Sanctuary comes alive in a remarkable way, with world-famous lantern-lit tours. Owls and
other night birds are active, tiny feathertail gliders and giant yellow-bellied gliders swoop around, and quolls,
pademelons and bettongs forage for food. Visitors are amazed that even animals such as wallabies are much
more active and responsive at night. Moonlit Sanctuary is fully accredited and received a 95% rating in the Tourism Victoria Excellence program audit.

“ We have hundreds of amazing memories from our month travelling in Australia, but your sanctuary ranks in our top five. We were in awe”
Ryan James,
professional travel writer and Frommers author.

 
SPECIAL FEATURES
 

• Australia’s first natural Hot mineral springs and spa centre.
• Over 30 different pools and bathing experiences.
• Beautiful natural setting.
• Day Spa centre.
• Cafés.
• Groups of up to 200 at a time.

ALL SEASONS

Perfect for all seasons and all weather conditions. An experience that is enjoyable and reliable every
day or night of the year.

Where does our water come from?

The hot mineral spring waters fl ow from an aquifer 637 metres below the surface. The 50°C water rises under its
own pressure through the bore to within 10 metres of the surface, from where it is pumped to the pools.
Hot pool temperatures vary from 37°C to 43°C

You do not have to be a member to book a round of golf. This eighteen hole Golf course is a real challenge with spectacular views over looking Bass Straight.

Trent Jones Drive (via Boneo Road)
Cape Schanck, Victoria, 3939
Tel: +61 (03) 59508000
Fax: +61 (03) 5950 8111

Coast to Coast Walking adventure: A two day walk staying at the lighthouse.

Day one:

Offering spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay’s beautiful blue water and sand bars with the tall buildings of Melbourne on the horizon this walk begins at the base of Arthurs Seat. Enjoy a coffee at Arthur’s Restaurant before heading off on the gently undulating track with areas of boardwalks, bridges and steps. As the walk progresses you will see, views across to Bass Strait, fascinating birds and varied vegetation. Lunch pack provided and return to car park arranged by guide after a relaxing glass of wine or beer. Accommodation can be arranged at the Cape Schanck Lightstation.

Level of Walk: Moderate 14 kms

Day Two:

Meeting at Cape Schanck car park, we then travel together to Baldry Crossing to commence the days walk. This walk follows Main Creek through Greens Bush down to the beach at Bush Rangers Bay and finish at Cape Schanck. Fauna frequently seen includes Eastern grey Kangaroos, Black Wallabies, Echidnas, Koalas, Blue tongue lizards, Eastern and Crimson Rosellas, Kookaburras and Superb Fairy-wrens. Lunch pack provided.

Level of Walk: Moderate 14 kms.

Prices:

• 2 people $80 p.p per day
• 3 to 8 people $60 p.p per day
• Prices negotiated for groups in excess of 6 people.

The fully licensed vessel possesses a professionally trained and experienced crew to ensure that you have an unforgettable marine adventure. Passenger safety and the dolphins' protection are of paramount importance, and so we purposely limit the size of our trips to guarantee a high standard of customer and environmental care. Our on-board facilities include change areas, toilet and a galley for serving refreshments. Wetsuits, masks and snorkels are all supplied. Reef and seal swims are often part of our trips, so be prepared to see and experience much more than just dolphins. Polperro Dolphin Swims offers a wide range of other services including Bay cruises, educational and historical tours, fully catered charters or a trip of your own personal design.

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BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER

• More than 4000 fragrant lavender plants.
• Special varieties that fl ower throughout the year.
• Over 60 different lavender varieties: French, English,Italian, Spanish & Lavandins.
• Display Garden with information plaques explaining types and uses of lavender.
• Drying Shed.
• Demonstration Still showing oil production.
• Culinary Lavender – Lavender jam, honey, tea, shortbread, icecream, scones and more.
• Wide range of lavender experiences; tours, tastings, workshops.

WORLD RENOWNED GARDENS

• 25 acres spectacular Woodland Gardens.
• Year round beauty. Great photo opportunities.
• Deciduous Trees with splendid autumnal colour.
• Winter fl owering bluebells camellias, azaleas, hellebores.
• Fascinating self-guided garden trail with more than 100 information signs
• Free Garden Maps available in English and Chinese.

FUN MAZES

Hedge Maze

• Australia’s oldest and most famous traditional Hedge Maze.
• More than 1000 Cypress trees hand-sculpted 

The relaxed elegance of the Montalto Restaurant is set in a striking and harmonious landscape building featuring rammed earth walls, timber frames and rough-hewn floor boards to blur the edges of inside and out, bringing the beauty of the outside in. Floor to ceiling windows take advantage of the breathtaking rural outlook of vines, olive groves, sculpture leading down to picturesque lakes and wetlands, with pasture, and a hint of the ocean as the backdrop.

During the warmer months, there a few places better than a table on the extensive decking, a magical place to while away the afternoon. In the cooler months, the gentle rays of the winter sun warm the restaurant as they shine through the windows.

The Montalto Restaurant is imbued with a provincial spirit, from a personal greeting at the front door to the food on the plate in front of you. Led by Head Chef Barry Davis, the kitchen serves food inspired by regional France, but anchored in the fresh seasonal produce of the estate and the Mornington Peninsula.

This includes Montalto's own expansive herb and vegetable garden, fruit & nut orchard and berry garden to which chefs make daily visits, harvesting the best of the garden for use in the restaurant.

As part of the regional dining experience, the wine list is not limited to the estate wines, but also offers selections from highly regarded Mornington Peninsula, Australian and international wineries.

According to The Good Food Guide, "Everything good about eating and drinking on the Mornington Peninsula comes together here…Montalto understands the Peninsula's strengths and truly shines"

Opening hours

Lunch daily 12-3pm
Dinner Friday & Saturday 6.30-11 pm

Summer opening hours (from Boxing Day until Australia Day):

Lunch daily 12-3pm
Dinner Monday-Thursday 6.30-9pm
Dinner Friday & Saturday 6.30-11pm