It is a beautiful, relaxing property near the beach, golf course and Mornington Main Street Village. Close to wineries and everything The Peninsula has to offer. This Airbnb has been in operation for 10 months, and we are proud to be Superhosts with all five-star reviews and "preferred guest status". During your stay, you can access the entire ground floor (including kitchen, laundry, two sitting/lounge areas), external deck, BBQ, and garden. We live on the property upstairs and are available as little or as often as you want. This is your Retreat. Sit back, enjoy The Peninsula and relax. There are guidebooks in your room and in the lounge area and maps. Sam compiles the Peninsula Essence Magazine so he has his pulse on what is happening locally. For what is happening in the local area have a look at our AirBnb Site which is updated regularly under the "Location" section. Or just ask us and we will let you know. There is a local map and brochures in your room for you to check out the local attractions.

Welcome to Balcombe Retreat Mornington. Sam and I look forward to hosting you. We love travel, music, theatre, sport, wine and great food. We have tried to ensure that everything is here for you to sit back and relax. Let us know if anything is missing or if you want to see an event. Please read our reviews on Airbnb. We are proud of our 5-star status and would appreciate knowing what we can do to ensure you enjoy a 5-star stay in our Airbnb. We are located on-site. You won't see us unless you text and make a special request. Enjoy. Life is short. Tuesday, December 24th - 6.30 PM Carols in the Park, Dromana School of Rock - Frankston Arts Centre 80's Retro Experience - 8 PM Peninsula Beer Garden, Brown's Road Boneo January 2 January 26a Recreation Reserve - 8.30 AM - Rosebud Fun Run and Festival - 8.30 AM - Australia Day Mt Eliza - 8.30 AM TOP TEN FREE THINGS TO DO - ARTREK - Warringine Park Boardwalk - Peninsula Trails - O.T Dam Circuit walk - Mushroom Reef beach - Coolart wetland and gardens - Mother's Beach, Mornington - Seawind Gardens - Farnsworth track - Cape Schanck Local Farm Experiences - Handpick: - Cherries - Strawberries - Blueberries - Blackberries - Sunflowers Pick up from local farms and markets - Bread - Olive Oils - Cheeses Sip and Savour - wines - ciders - gins - whiskey - beer, and more Silver Circus is visiting MorningtonJanuary 033 -January 033 -January 266 Highway Boat Hire Mornington - Near the Kiosk Stand up Paddle Boards Kayaks Bait and Tackle Hill and Ridge Community Market Red Hill Recreation Reserve Sat Jan 4 @ 8January 04Soul Night Market Hastings Foreshore Fri Jan 10 @ January 10Emu Plains Market: Twilight Sat Jan 18 3 PM - 8 PM Balnarring BALNARRING CUP AunsY 26TH JANUARY - a unique blend of country charm and high-spirited competition - set against the picturesque backdrop of the Emu Plains Reserve. Sorrento Ferry to Queenscliff A journey of spoiling oneself with High Tea

This is the launching place for the Mornington Peninsula. Your room has a guidebook with local attractions. Our Airbnb site has an updated list of local attractions, markets, wineries, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, whiskey and gin distilleries, walks, hot springs, mazes, golf courses, beaches, and more. Ensure you get to Authurs Seat, Sorrento, Merricks, and Flinders and make it an extended weekend stay or longer. There are markets galore, Farms with local produce for you to pick strawberries, cherries, apples, raspberries and more. You will also find wineries, distilleries, cheese makers, regional oil and balsamic vinegars, and breweries. Immerse yourself in parklands, coastal walks, beach activities, the local cafe culture or five-star restaurants. We have compiled a list, which you can view under "location" on our Airbnb site or of course you can read the compendium in your room. Sam is the Creative Editor of the Peninsula Essence and is involved in everything happening in our area. We have left the latest copy in your room when you arrive. WHAT's what’s happening before you arrive. visit mornington peninsula website Sunset with kangaroos - Seawinds - Authurs Seat Markets Galore: Mornington Market - every Wednesday (9-3) - Homemade I Home Baked I Home Grown Boneo Lion's Club Sunday Market - First Sunday of the Month Sorrento Market Rosebud Market - second Saturday of the Month Bittern Market - every Sunday Red Hill Community Market Balnarring Market I Emu Plains Little Beauty Market - December 14 Soul Night Market Hastings Red Hot Summer Tour featuring ICE HOUSE Get ready for a rockin’ RED HOT SUMMER as the first series for 2025 kicks off with a stellar all-Aussie line-up. The celebrated ICEHOUSE will headline and be supported by other crowd favourites Noiseworks, Wolfmother, Eskimo Joe, Baby Animals, Killing Heidi & Bachelor Girl. High Tea on the Sorrento Ferry Indulge… High Tea you deserve it!