Woodland Sanctuary

Lifestyle stay, hosted by LOCALA.

Escape to a dreamy woodland sanctuary which invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and soak in the tranquility of nature.

Wake to birdsong, wander through lush gardens, or sink into the deck chairs with the breeze whispering through the trees. Evenings are made for crackling fires and cosy moments, while the kids stay happily entertained with a basketball hoop and a mini-golf putting green just for them.

The space

• Mini golf putting green
• Fire Pit*
• Basketball hoop
• Outdoor BBQ, kitchen servery window and deck with table for Summer entertaining
• Central heating and cooling (throughout whole home)
• Indoor slow-combustion fireplace (main living room); we provide enough wood for one night, guests to purchase additional firewood if required
• Smart TV (main living room)
• Wireless Internet
• Washing machine and dryer
• Coffee machine (beans)
• Off-street parking and covered carport
• Portacot and highchair

*The Mornington Peninsula is a total fire ban from December - May and the fire pit will not be available for use during this period.

Location
Located between Red Hill’s world-class cellar doors, the coastal beauty of Point Leo, and the charm of Flinders, this retreat is perfectly placed for wine lovers, wedding guests, beach days, and families seeking space to unwind. Escape to the heart of the winery region, where you’re just minutes away from the best local attractions:

• 8 min to the stunning beaches of Western Port Bay
• 5 min to Polperro Winery
• 5 min to Port Phillip Estate
• 12 min to Jackalope
• 6 min to Tedesca Osteria
• 6 min to Montalto
• 7 min to Pt Leo Estate
• 8 min to Yal Yal Estate
• 10 min to Trofeo Estate
• 2 min to The Epicurean
• 3 min to Red Gum BBQ
• 5 min to Merricks Trail
• 7 min to Merricks Store
• 25 min to Peninsula Hot Springs

Bedding Configuration
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: 2x King Single beds
Bedroom 4: Triple bunk (Queen bed on the bottom, with 1 Single roll out trundle bed from the floor and 1 King Single bed on the top)

Guest access

• Guests have full access to the entire property (not under the house storage)

The neighbourhood

Location
Surrounded by Merricks, Main Ridge, Pt Leo and Flinders.

• 8 min to the stunning beaches of Western Port Bay
• 5 min to Polperro Winery
• 5 min to Port Phillip Estate
• 12 min to Jackalope
• 6 min to Tedesca
• 6 min to Montalto
• 7 min to Pt Leo Estate
• 8 min to Yal Yal Estate
• 10 min to Trofeo Estate
• 2 min to The Epicurean
• 3 min to Red Gum BBQ
• 5 min to Merricks Trail
• 7 min to Merricks Store
• 25 min to Peninsula Hot Springs

Beaches
The Mornington Peninsula is home to some of the best beaches in Victoria. Visit the white sands of Dromana, the lighthouse at McCrae, the waves of Gunnamatta, the beach boxes of Mount Martha or the rocky cliffs of the Pillars.

Supermarkets
IGA Balnarring is 10min minutes away.

Wine Region
You’re in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula wine region, with some of the most popular wineries in the area being just minutes away, including Polperro, Port Phillip Estate, Jackalope, Tedesca, Montalto, Dromana Estate, Trofeo Estate, Red Hill Estate and Yal Yal Estate. If you’re looking for something a little stronger, try the local distilleries like Jetty Road Brewery, JimmyRums, Johnny Ripe or Bass & Flinders which can all be found in Dromana.

Complementary services
Wireless Internet access
Complementary linen and bath towels
Complementary bathroom toiletries and basic kitchen supplies
Consumables (toilet paper, basic kitchen and laundry cleaning supplies, coffee, tea, oil etc.)

Other things to note

• Non-smoking property
• Any discounts given by LOCALA to guests cannot be redeemed for dates during "peak periods" unless otherwise specified, including the months of December and January as well as Victorian school holidays and Victorian public holidays throughout the year
• Included in the accommodation cost is firewood for one evening (approximately 6/8 logs of wood). Guests will need to purchase further firewood as required
• This property follows Airbnb's strict no party and loud music policy. Guests will be evicted if they break this policy
• The property has a noise-aware alarm which notifies the owner and guest if music/noise is unreasonably loud
• This property is fitted with an external camera on the facade of the home, which is recording movements into and out of the home

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Please note: Due to our high standard of holiday accommodation we do not accept schoolies, bucks/hens bookings, nor do we accept parties or events due to strict council regulations. This excludes family bookings travelling with children. PENALTIES WILL APPLY TO GUESTS.

Local laws: We strictly follow laws set by the Mornington Peninsula Shire for short term stays.
1. Outdoor areas including swimming pools, spas, outdoor decking and balconies are not to be used between 11.00pm to 7.00am.
2. Disturbances to neighbours including parties, loud music and yelling, heard at anytime, might lead to eviction and forfeiture of your bond.

For non-Airbnb bookings, we charge a $750 bond which will be held and released 3-5 business days after checkout, subject to no identifiable loss or damage.