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Activities in Rye Bayside Beaches


Tourist Attractions in Rye Bayside Beaches


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    Hot Springs

    The first natural hot springs & day spa centre in Victoria. There are public mineral pools and a private ‘Spa Dreaming Centre’ where it is possible to book a variety of treatments and private mineral baths. Located 5 minutes from Rye, off Browns Rd. Between The Dunes and Moonah Links golf courses.

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    (03) 5988 6088

     
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    The Queenscliff-Sorrento Ferry.

    The Queenscliff-Sorrento car ferries criss-cross the southern end of Port Phillip Bay 24 times a day, every day of the year. Able to carry up to 700 passengers and 80 vehicles each, the twin hull vessels are built to operate in all weather conditions. The ferries are located at the Queenscliff harbour, Queenscliff and the Sorrento pier, Sorrento. Melway references map 157 C7 (Sorrento) and map 236 K5 (Queenscliff). The Main Administrative office is located at Larkin Parade Queenscliff in close proximity to the Queenscliff Terminal. OPERATING TIMES The ferries leave every hour on the hour, 7am to 6pm. A 7pm trip operates from December 26 until the end of the state of Victoria Daylight Saving. Vessels depart 365 days of the year, regardless of weather conditions. Passengers with vehicles are advised to arrive at the terminals at least 30 minutes prior to departure. This is 11km or a ten minute drive from Jalabe'ci.

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    03 52583244

     
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    Monington Peninsula Hot Springs.

    Natural Hot Mineral Springs have been found deep underground on Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula. The 50ºC waters rich in healing minerals are now flowing to the surface and into the thermal pools at the new Peninsula Hot Springs. For the first time in Victoria it is possible to bathe in the naturally healing waters of mineral rich thermal pools. Like the historic and famous spa centres of Europe, Asia, the Americas and New Zealand, the natural hot springs on the Mornington Peninsula bring the blissful and healthy pleasure of “taking the waters” to the people. This is 4.5 km or 5 mins drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5950 8777

     

Restaurants in Rye Bayside Beaches


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    Red Hill Winery Estate

    Red Hill Estate is a boutique Australian multi-award winning wine producer situated on a stunning property little more than an hour from Melbourne in an internationally recognized cool climate region on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Red Hill Estate's mild maritime climate is perfect for growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio and a variety of other grapes for still and sparkling table wines of the highest quality. Established in 1989, Red Hill Estate boasts one of the best views from any winery in the world and is therefore a much desired tourist destination, renowned for its superb panoramic views of Western Port Bay and its mild maritime climate. This cool climate is perfect for growing Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and a variety of other grapes that are used to produce still and sparkling table wines of the highest quality. The consistent quality of the Red Hill Estate premium wines has been recognised with its performance in the show arena. Red Hill Estate has scored over 260 medals, including trophies for the Classic Release Chardonnay, Classic Release Pinot Noir, Red Hill Estate Chardonnay, Red Hill Estate Shiraz, Red Hill Estate Blanc de Noirs and Red Hill Estate Blanc de Blanc just to name a few. The Cellar Door and Max’s Restaurant feature one of the most magnificent vistas imaginable, with the panoramic sweep including rolling hills, trees, Westernport bay and Phillip Island in the background. Ian Sutton, former President of the Australian Winemakers Federation, once described it as the ‘best view of any vineyard in the world’. Quite simply, the view must be seen to be believed. This is about 20km or a 16min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    Ph. (03) 5989 2838

     
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    Dromana Estate

    Dromana Estate For over a quarter of a century and spanning two winemaking generations Dromana Estate has been a benchmark for wines from the Mornington Peninsula. With production limited to ensure quality the wines in this flagship range are exceptional expressions of both regional and varietal characteristics. This is approx 25km or a 21 min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5974 1155

     
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    Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove

    Fantastic fine dining restaurant with superb service and magical views.

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    +61 3 5989 8412

     

Things To Do in Rye Bayside Beaches


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    The Dunes Golf Course

    A fantastic course open to the public. The course as its name suggests is set upon the dunes of Rye. This is about 6km or a 5 min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    (03) 5985 1334

     
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    Gunnamatta Trail Rides

    OCEAN BEACH & BUSH TRAIL RIDES Take an exhilarating ride along spectacular St.Andrews Ocean beach or along peaceful bush tracks. 1hr, 2hr and 3hr bush rides or 2hr beach rides. Full day rides which include both bush, beach and lunch. Ride in small groups with our friendly staff who teach you as you ride! Quality horses and helpful staff make this horse riding experience something to remember and a must do !!!! Riding lessons available in groups or privately. Children and adults welcome - beginners to advanced catered for. We offer a large range of children's programs from weekend programs to holiday programs and even birthday parties. Just 1 hour from Melbourne on the Mornington Peninsula This is about 6km or a 6 min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 59886755

     
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    Eagle Ridge Golf Course

    The spectacular Par 72, 18 hole, 6,116 metre layout at Eagle Ridge has just been voted in the Top 25 public access golf courses in Australia. Designed to appeal to experienced golfers and beginners alike, the course offers a challenging round with exceptional surrounds. Located a leisurely one hour drive from Melbourne, the course is open to both green fee players and the corporate market for limited memberships and Corporate Golf Events. The Course was designed and modelled on the prestigious Royal Melbourne, the vision was for Eagle Ridge to be perceived as the 'Royal Melbourne of the Mornington Peninsula'. The Eagle Ridge Golf Course opened in December 1989. This is about 4 km or under five minute drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5988 6341

     
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    Moonah Links Golf Course

    The Moonah Links Golf Complex is the largest golf tourism development in recent Victorian history and consists of two world class courses – the Open Course and the Legends Course. In addition, a fully integrated Golf clubhouse provides conference facilities, Spike Bar, Members’ Lounge, Pebbles Restaurant as well as men’s and ladies’ locker and change rooms. The clubhouse also includes the Pro Shop. Run by friendly, professional staff, it stocks a wide range of excellent golf equipment and apparel. ‘The Championship Course’ at Moonah Links is the first ever 18 holes built and prepared for a national championship, with exceptional viewing platforms for spectators. It was the venue for the 2003 Australian Open and is one of the longest courses in Australia, and probably in the world in this category. In contrast to the Open Course which was purpose built to challenge the modern champion, the Legends Course is a more friendly golfing experience for players of all ages and abilities. The course is a loop of 18 holes that generally follow the valleys through a variety of landscapes ranging from ancient Moonah woodlands to open links land. This is about 4.5 km or under 5 min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5988 2000

     
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    Gunnamatta Surf Beach

    The southern ocean swells of Bass Strait have created surf beaches backed by steep sand dunes and rugged cliffs. They stretch from the tip of Point Nepean 30 kilometres along the coastal Mornington Peninsula National Park, to beyond Bushrangers Bay, Cape Schanck. Gunnamatta Beach This ocean surf beach is within the Mornington Peninsula National Park. Care should be taken, as rips can make this beach unsafe for swimming. Gunnamatta Surf Life Saving Club and professional lifeguards patrol the beach from the end of November to Easter (daily from December 26-January 26. Weekends and public holidays at other times). The surf hear hoowever is very popular as is the surf fishing. This is about 8km or 8 mins drive from Jalabe'ci
     
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    Rip Fishing Charters

    Take time out on the water and be part of our unique Fishing Adventures. Join our experienced skipper and crew aboard Big Blue, a 42ft Fly-bridge sports fisher, licensed to fish Bass Strait and Southern Port Phillip Bay or Kestral, a 44ft Bay Cruiser fishing Southern Port Phillip Bay. At Rip Charters Fishing Trips, we’re fishing all year round, our speciality is following the seasons to suit the best catch of the day. Troll for Salmon or try casting for some Big Red Snapper, anyone can do it. Or if it’s the big ones you’re after, our ocean swells are home to Sharks, such as Mako, Blue Whaler and Threshers. Whiting, Squid and various other reef fish are common among our catch. The variety will astound you. Our boats are especially furbished for your comfort and safety. They are designed and rigged for fishing and fully covered for all weather conditions to ensure your fishing experience is uninterrupted by sun or rain. We carry all the necessary fish finding, navigational, communication and safety equipment. This is 11km or a ten minute drive from Jalabe'ci.

    03 5985-6968

     
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    The Dunes Golf Course

    A fantastic course open to the public. The course as its name suggests is set upon the dunes of Rye.

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    Ph. (03) 5985 1334

     

Kid's Activities in Rye Bayside Beaches


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    Arthurs Seat Maze

    Topiary & Sculptural Creations at The Enchanted Maze Garden. Come and experience The Amazing Lolly Shop with Giant Lolly Pops and every delicious fantasy you could think of. Get lost in the traditional hedge maze – 500 metres of manicured Leighton Green hedge. Discover the magnificent Japanese garden in the centre, and to make things more challenging try to locate the five different Buddha’s. Next, move on down the hill to the labyrinth. Not for getting lost in, this maze is laid out on the ground. Great for a contemplative meander or wear the kids out racing around. Finally the children’s maze, not really a maze but a series of walled gardens all especially themed up for the kids. The African savannah, the beach box, the fairy and dinosaur gardens are all within this maze. This is 17km or a 14min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5981 8449

     
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    Top Fun Amusement Centre

    36 holes of Mini Golf, 18 holes outside and 18 holes undercover (for the rainy days). Test yourself on one side and see if you can do better on the other. 4 Full Size Lanes of Ten Pin Bowling with state of the art computer scoring system so all you have to worry about is getting a strike!! The kids are covered to as we have bumper bowling and ramps available. 40 Arcade games light up the games room. The little kids (and Big Kids) smiles show just how much fun they are have while testing their skills out. The majority of our games are redemption games which means not only do the get to play the games but get tickets to exchange for prizes at the end. So have a look around our site and see what we have to offer..... This is about 5km or a 6 min drive from Jalabe'ci

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    03 5982 2344