Mount Martha is a popular holiday destination and only a short drive from Melbourne. Famous for its rock cliffs, walking tracks and scenic ocean views of Port Phillip Bay, Mount Martha becomes a hive of activity in the summer months.
Coast & Country Getaways has holiday homes available for you to rent for your next vacation to Mount Martha. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a trip with friends, we have a range of accommodation options to suit your group size and budget.
If you’re looking to get out of the city, then chances are you want to stay close to the beach. Coast & Country Getaways has holiday houses that are within walking distance to the beach, local cuisine and fun outdoor activities.
No two holiday properties are the same, but Coast & Country has all the accommodation features to suit your needs including:
– Air conditioning
– Wi-Fi
– Swimming pool
– Pet-friendly
– Balcony
– Parking
– Cooking basics
– Clean sheets
– Television
– BBQ
– And much more
From Melbourne it takes about an hour and 20 minutes to get to Mount Martha by car. You can simply follow the signs along the Nepean Highway or you can take the Eastlink, which is a toll road.
You can catch public transport to Mount Martha but it’s important to note that buses on the Mornington Peninsula don’t run that frequently, especially on weekends. If you’re coming from the city then catch a train from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Frankston and then change to a bus.
If you’re flying from interstate you can catch a plane to Tullamarine Airport in Melbourne or Avalon Airport in Geelong.
Below are just a few ideas for things to do while you’re staying in Mount Martha.
Safety Beach is only a short drive from Mount Martha and it’s worth doing a day trip there. Some of the best things to do at Safety Beach include:
– Take a walk along the Safety Beach Bay Trail
– Enjoy the sunset from the Safety Beach Jetty
– Spend a day lying on the beach reading a new book
– Collect shells on the sand
– Learn to sail at Safety Beach Sailing Club
– Take photos of the colourful beach bathing boxes
Love hitting a racquet around? Then head to the Mount Martha Tennis Club which was established in 1975. There are four artificial grass courts that are available for hire and it’s open every day.
The Pillars at Mount Martha are beautiful and have become a not-so-secret swimming spot along the Mornington Peninsula. There’s no signs or parking area to suggest where it is from the road, but these days you can just do a quick online search to find out how to get there. The water is crystal clear so perfect if you’re in the mood for a dip. Even if you’re not a thrill seeker you can watch people jumping off the highest platforms into the ocean.
If you prefer bushland to the beach, then head to The Briars Park while you’re in Mount Martha. It’s an especially great area for checking out birdlife and other wildlife. Most of the walks are between 1-2 hours and there are free electric BBQs near the visitor centre with picnic tables available to use.