Belar Bliss Guidebook
Relaxation
Hot springs & day spa with offerings such as private pavilions, moonlit bathing & massages.
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Peninsula Hot Springs
140 Springs LnHot springs & day spa with offerings such as private pavilions, moonlit bathing & massages.
Enjoy the deep restorative powers of the geothermal springs. Whether it be the invigorating rain pool or the subtle indulgence of the herbal-infused botanical pools, feel the gentle peeling back of each layer as you restore balance.
Alba Thermal Springs and Spa
Enjoy the deep restorative powers of the geothermal springs. Whether it be the invigorating rain pool or the subtle indulgence of the herbal-infused botanical pools, feel the gentle peeling back of each layer as you restore balance.
Great beach with beautiful sand. Perfect for kids to swim in the shallow water.
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Tootgarook Foreshore Reserve
Great beach with beautiful sand. Perfect for kids to swim in the shallow water.
Set amongst the rolling hills of the Mornington Peninsula, you can feel your everyday tensions dissolve away the minute you arrive at Canowindra Massage & Beauty. They specialise in rejuvenating remedial massage, uplifting body treatments and skin nourishing facials. They provide an environment to escape and rejuvenate which includes an outdoor spa and relaxation area.
Canowindra Massage
Set amongst the rolling hills of the Mornington Peninsula, you can feel your everyday tensions dissolve away the minute you arrive at Canowindra Massage & Beauty. They specialise in rejuvenating remedial massage, uplifting body treatments and skin nourishing facials. They provide an environment to escape and rejuvenate which includes an outdoor spa and relaxation area.
Rejeneration Massage
Great massage, and very professional service.
Forget the weather, stress, fatigue and even what time it is. Finally let go and recharge your batteries with vital energy in an intimate place, sheltered from the hustle and bustle outside. Six treatment rooms, a detox box, organic cosmecuticals for anatiageing, and massages all create a peaceful atmosphere where one is finally relieved of pressure and can succumb to a complete disconnect from the daily grind. Men are not forgotten, with a range of services indispensable to modern-day gentlemen.
Nepean Country Club Day Spa
205 Browns RdForget the weather, stress, fatigue and even what time it is. Finally let go and recharge your batteries with vital energy in an intimate place, sheltered from the hustle and bustle outside. Six treatment rooms, a detox box, organic cosmecuticals for anatiageing, and massages all create a peaceful atmosphere where one is finally relieved of pressure and can succumb to a complete disconnect from the daily grind. Men are not forgotten, with a range of services indispensable to modern-day gentlemen.
Food scene
The Cups Estate is situated a 4 minute drive from Belar Bliss. The 30 acre property boasts a Vineyard, Cellar Door, Restaurant and Olive Grove.
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The Cups Estate
269 Browns RdThe Cups Estate is situated a 4 minute drive from Belar Bliss. The 30 acre property boasts a Vineyard, Cellar Door, Restaurant and Olive Grove.
Serving up an awesome breakfast & a brilliant lunch menu seven days a week, with dinner every Thu, Fri & Sat
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The Kitchen, Bistro, Bar and Courtyard
1917 Point Nepean RdServing up an awesome breakfast & a brilliant lunch menu seven days a week, with dinner every Thu, Fri & Sat
St Andrews Beach Brewery is situated on a 92-acre property formally known as ‘Markdel’. The brewery is underpinned by the philosophy to brew the finest beer on the Mornington Peninsula. Every drop of beer is brewed and packaged on-site in a state-of-the-art brewhouse and canning line using the finest hops, malt and local artesian water.
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St Andrews Beach Brewery
160 Sandy RdSt Andrews Beach Brewery is situated on a 92-acre property formally known as ‘Markdel’. The brewery is underpinned by the philosophy to brew the finest beer on the Mornington Peninsula. Every drop of beer is brewed and packaged on-site in a state-of-the-art brewhouse and canning line using the finest hops, malt and local artesian water.
Papi's Pizza
Best pizza in the area
Arilla (meaning the dancing ground) incorporates fresh local and homegrown produce with an emphasis on delicious flavours.
The unique location of Arilla provides an unforgettable environment for you to work your way through the small and large plates on their seasonal menu, paired with wines, beer or cocktails from their carefully selected drinks list.
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Arilla
312 Boneo RdArilla (meaning the dancing ground) incorporates fresh local and homegrown produce with an emphasis on delicious flavours.
The unique location of Arilla provides an unforgettable environment for you to work your way through the small and large plates on their seasonal menu, paired with wines, beer or cocktails from their carefully selected drinks list.
Experience an elevated culinary journey at Cape.
Step into an earthy yet elegant dining space where bar seating offers front row seats to a lively open kitchen and booths provide a cosy spot for an intimate dinner under moody lighting.
Experience a menu that tips its hat to European traditions while echoing the spirit of the Mornington Peninsula. Classic French techniques merge with modern minimalism to create a menu of contemporary classics that champion high-quality ingredients sourced from passionate local growers and producers.
Cape Restaurant
Trent Jones DriveExperience an elevated culinary journey at Cape.
Step into an earthy yet elegant dining space where bar seating offers front row seats to a lively open kitchen and booths provide a cosy spot for an intimate dinner under moody lighting.
Experience a menu that tips its hat to European traditions while echoing the spirit of the Mornington Peninsula. Classic French techniques merge with modern minimalism to create a menu of contemporary classics that champion high-quality ingredients sourced from passionate local growers and producers.
Veraison’s combination of superb cuisine, unparalleled service, have made its reputation one of the leading restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula
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Veraison Restaurant
1891 Point Nepean RdVeraison’s combination of superb cuisine, unparalleled service, have made its reputation one of the leading restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula
Activities
The only dedicated public Golf Practice Range on the Mornington Peninsula. It’s great fun to grab a small bucket of balls for a hit and a giggle with a beer or wine in hand while we make your pizza. Makes lunch or dinner an event rather than just a food stop
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Truemans Golf Range
357 Truemans RdThe only dedicated public Golf Practice Range on the Mornington Peninsula. It’s great fun to grab a small bucket of balls for a hit and a giggle with a beer or wine in hand while we make your pizza. Makes lunch or dinner an event rather than just a food stop
St Andrew beach is just an 8 minute drive from Belar Bliss. This is an excellent beach for beach fishing as permanent rip holes exist against the reefs and gutters along the rocks, creating a haven for fish.
It is a popular surf location with many good breaks that attracts surfers all year round. It offers an exposed beach break that has fairly consistent surf, although in summer it tends to be mostly flat. It does experience dangerous rips and care should be taken. Parking is available at the St Andrews Beach Car Park at the end of Paradise Drive.
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Saint Andrews Beach
St Andrew beach is just an 8 minute drive from Belar Bliss. This is an excellent beach for beach fishing as permanent rip holes exist against the reefs and gutters along the rocks, creating a haven for fish.
It is a popular surf location with many good breaks that attracts surfers all year round. It offers an exposed beach break that has fairly consistent surf, although in summer it tends to be mostly flat. It does experience dangerous rips and care should be taken. Parking is available at the St Andrews Beach Car Park at the end of Paradise Drive.
5 Minutes drive from Belar Bliss. Tootgarook boat ramp is the perfect spot for launching into Port Phillip Bay
Tootgarook Boat Ramp
Bay Trail5 Minutes drive from Belar Bliss. Tootgarook boat ramp is the perfect spot for launching into Port Phillip Bay
Home to Australia’s oldest and most famous hedge maze, a beautiful circular rose maze, and the year round flowering Lavender Labyrinth, all set among 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens.
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Labirinto di Ashcombe e Giardino di Lavanda
15 Red Hill-Shoreham RdHome to Australia’s oldest and most famous hedge maze, a beautiful circular rose maze, and the year round flowering Lavender Labyrinth, all set among 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens.
This is a wonderful pier to walk out to, enjoy the sunshine and the excellent views back to the coast. There are good facilities here - coffee shops nearby, large children's playground and good parking.
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Rosebud Pier
2 Jetty RdThis is a wonderful pier to walk out to, enjoy the sunshine and the excellent views back to the coast. There are good facilities here - coffee shops nearby, large children's playground and good parking.
Think lasertag is an indoor game? Think again! Peninsula Lasertag takes the action outside. Develop strategic, leadership and problem solving skills while working in a team and having heaps of fun
Peninsula Lasertag
Think lasertag is an indoor game? Think again! Peninsula Lasertag takes the action outside. Develop strategic, leadership and problem solving skills while working in a team and having heaps of fun
Dinosaur World is all about bringing children's imagination to life, where their love of dinosaurs is right there in front of them and their own adventure begins...
You will find Dinosaur World nestled behind Christmas Trees and there is plenty of shade where our dinosaurs reside to escape the hot sun. There is also covered areas for wet days
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Dinosaur World Somerville
1385 Frankston - Flinders RdDinosaur World is all about bringing children's imagination to life, where their love of dinosaurs is right there in front of them and their own adventure begins...
You will find Dinosaur World nestled behind Christmas Trees and there is plenty of shade where our dinosaurs reside to escape the hot sun. There is also covered areas for wet days
Michael Leeworthy is a seasoned gallery and commission artist whose work encompasses an unusually wide range of styles. His work is spontaneous and inspired. He is capable of drawing anything requested, but continues to paint what ever comes from his heart onto his brush.
Michael Leeworthy Gallery
133 Shoreham RdMichael Leeworthy is a seasoned gallery and commission artist whose work encompasses an unusually wide range of styles. His work is spontaneous and inspired. He is capable of drawing anything requested, but continues to paint what ever comes from his heart onto his brush.
Explore the picturesque strawberry fields and pick your own delicious strawberries to take home. U-Pick season runs from November through to April between 10am and 5pm.
Rocky Creek Strawberry Farm
Explore the picturesque strawberry fields and pick your own delicious strawberries to take home. U-Pick season runs from November through to April between 10am and 5pm.
City/town information
With a name like Tootgarook, it’s no surprise this Victoria locale is a unique destination. Situated on the Mornington Peninsula about one hour south of Melbourne, this quaint community (it’s home to less than 3,000 people) offers a serene retreat among lush, natural beauty.
Tootgarook Beach is situated alongside the shimmering Port Phillip Bay. It’s an extension of the neighboring Rosebud West Beach, and the shallow waters are safe for children and adults alike. Much of it is less than 8 kilometres deep and its greatest depth is 24 metres. Don’t forget a blanket to lay out for a relaxing afternoon of sunbathing, and pack a picnic beforehand to enjoy out on the warm sand while watching the sun set over the horizon. You can join in on one of the friendly beach games - this is a prime gathering spot for locals, who welcome visitors with open arms. Visitors can also take advantage of the seasonal boat launch ramp.
A vacation in this locale gives you a placid and pleasant experience away from the dizzying whirl of city life. But it also offers access to many exciting locations - just drive along Point Neapean Road, which follows the waterfront, to find several other charming coastal towns. Directly to the west, you’ll find Rye, a small community that’s home to the White Cliffs, Dunes Golf Links and other fun attractions. Keep going to find Blairgowrie, where you can shop at a popular commercial centre, watch the watercrafts of the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron and explore the Mornington Peninsula National Park. East of Tootgarook are the towns of Rosebud and Rosebud West. Take a walk along the 2-kilometre shopping strip, which is lined with plenty of boutique stores and markets, small gardens and wood-carved monuments of local heroes. The strip is bookmarked by two large shopping complexes - the Rosebud Plaza and Rosebud Beach centres. While you’re visiting, don’t miss out on the stunning view of Arthur’s Seat.
While this community may be small in size, it’s big on flavour. The most popular eatery in the town limits is Onshore Restaurant, located on Point Nepean Road. It focuses on modern Australian cuisine with a simple menu based on fresh, local ingredients. Try the Veg Out salad, which combines pumpkin, beetroot and feta cheese, or order up the penne pasta dish served with a sauce of caramelized onion, mushroom and tomato. The kitchen also makes delicious desserts, such as a vanilla cream and berry meringue. The nearby towns also offer some hot dining options. Rosebud West, for instance, is home to Flatheads Bar and Grill, a casual restaurant with a focus on steak and seafood. The chefs support local producers by concentrating their dishes on Mornington Peninsula meats and produce as well as area-made wines and beers. The menu changes by season. In winter, for example, you might find the Sri Lankan fish curry or Tasmanian salmon, while summer offerings include a king island porterhouse and seafood risotto.
One of the community’s main attractions is its expansive wetlands, which spans 38 hectares. The Tootgarook Swamp, also known as the Borneo Swamp, is the Port Phillip Bay region’s largest shallow freshwater marsh. The ecosystem thrives on groundwater and is set on fibric peat, making it a major source for carbon.
The swamp also has a rich history. It was once the home to the Kulin nation’s Bunurong people and now has 10 different indigenous archaeological sites - these tribe members lived off the land as hunters and gatherers for thousands of years. The wetland plants and animals were a valuable resource and still are today, which is why the Save Tootgarook Swamp initiative is working to stop pollution and slashing as well as commercial and residential expansion into the swamp.
Tootgarook
With a name like Tootgarook, it’s no surprise this Victoria locale is a unique destination. Situated on the Mornington Peninsula about one hour south of Melbourne, this quaint community (it’s home to less than 3,000 people) offers a serene retreat among lush, natural beauty.
Tootgarook Beach is situated alongside the shimmering Port Phillip Bay. It’s an extension of the neighboring Rosebud West Beach, and the shallow waters are safe for children and adults alike. Much of it is less than 8 kilometres deep and its greatest depth is 24 metres. Don’t forget a blanket to lay out for a relaxing afternoon of sunbathing, and pack a picnic beforehand to enjoy out on the warm sand while watching the sun set over the horizon. You can join in on one of the friendly beach games - this is a prime gathering spot for locals, who welcome visitors with open arms. Visitors can also take advantage of the seasonal boat launch ramp.
A vacation in this locale gives you a placid and pleasant experience away from the dizzying whirl of city life. But it also offers access to many exciting locations - just drive along Point Neapean Road, which follows the waterfront, to find several other charming coastal towns. Directly to the west, you’ll find Rye, a small community that’s home to the White Cliffs, Dunes Golf Links and other fun attractions. Keep going to find Blairgowrie, where you can shop at a popular commercial centre, watch the watercrafts of the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron and explore the Mornington Peninsula National Park. East of Tootgarook are the towns of Rosebud and Rosebud West. Take a walk along the 2-kilometre shopping strip, which is lined with plenty of boutique stores and markets, small gardens and wood-carved monuments of local heroes. The strip is bookmarked by two large shopping complexes - the Rosebud Plaza and Rosebud Beach centres. While you’re visiting, don’t miss out on the stunning view of Arthur’s Seat.
While this community may be small in size, it’s big on flavour. The most popular eatery in the town limits is Onshore Restaurant, located on Point Nepean Road. It focuses on modern Australian cuisine with a simple menu based on fresh, local ingredients. Try the Veg Out salad, which combines pumpkin, beetroot and feta cheese, or order up the penne pasta dish served with a sauce of caramelized onion, mushroom and tomato. The kitchen also makes delicious desserts, such as a vanilla cream and berry meringue. The nearby towns also offer some hot dining options. Rosebud West, for instance, is home to Flatheads Bar and Grill, a casual restaurant with a focus on steak and seafood. The chefs support local producers by concentrating their dishes on Mornington Peninsula meats and produce as well as area-made wines and beers. The menu changes by season. In winter, for example, you might find the Sri Lankan fish curry or Tasmanian salmon, while summer offerings include a king island porterhouse and seafood risotto.
One of the community’s main attractions is its expansive wetlands, which spans 38 hectares. The Tootgarook Swamp, also known as the Borneo Swamp, is the Port Phillip Bay region’s largest shallow freshwater marsh. The ecosystem thrives on groundwater and is set on fibric peat, making it a major source for carbon.
The swamp also has a rich history. It was once the home to the Kulin nation’s Bunurong people and now has 10 different indigenous archaeological sites - these tribe members lived off the land as hunters and gatherers for thousands of years. The wetland plants and animals were a valuable resource and still are today, which is why the Save Tootgarook Swamp initiative is working to stop pollution and slashing as well as commercial and residential expansion into the swamp.
Neighbourhoods
Tootgarook Wetlands is home to numerous animals including frogs and birds. A short walk , but interesting for its habitat values.
This area formed part of of a larger swamp that extended from Boneo to Port Philip Bay.
The Tootgarook Swamp, or Boneo Swamp, as it is sometimes referred, is a Ground Water Dependent Ecosystem and the largest example left of an Shallow freshwater marsh in the Port Phillip bay and Western Port region. The swamp exists on organosols soils (fibric peat), and as a peat regenerating wetland it is the most threatened form of wetland type internationally.
Tootgarook Wetlands
Tootgarook Wetlands is home to numerous animals including frogs and birds. A short walk , but interesting for its habitat values.
This area formed part of of a larger swamp that extended from Boneo to Port Philip Bay.
The Tootgarook Swamp, or Boneo Swamp, as it is sometimes referred, is a Ground Water Dependent Ecosystem and the largest example left of an Shallow freshwater marsh in the Port Phillip bay and Western Port region. The swamp exists on organosols soils (fibric peat), and as a peat regenerating wetland it is the most threatened form of wetland type internationally.
Sightseeing
The Blowhole track is off Boneo Road (opposite Razorback Road) between Flinders and Cape Schanck.
There is a well-made track and a wooden boardwalk and stairway to the blowhole. Magnificent views can be seen of the wild surf and rocky Bass Strait coastline.
Great photo opportunities exist with the blowhole on the right at the end of Elephant Rock. Bird lovers be camera ready to capture Little Bird Rock on the right where many birds rest. If luck is on your side, you may even witness sea eagles soaring above in all their majestic beauty.
Beware of large sea swells and slippery bluestone rocks when exploring near the blowhole.
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Flinders Blowhole
The Blowhole track is off Boneo Road (opposite Razorback Road) between Flinders and Cape Schanck.
There is a well-made track and a wooden boardwalk and stairway to the blowhole. Magnificent views can be seen of the wild surf and rocky Bass Strait coastline.
Great photo opportunities exist with the blowhole on the right at the end of Elephant Rock. Bird lovers be camera ready to capture Little Bird Rock on the right where many birds rest. If luck is on your side, you may even witness sea eagles soaring above in all their majestic beauty.
Beware of large sea swells and slippery bluestone rocks when exploring near the blowhole.