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  • Dining and Eating Out (3)
    1. Queenscliff Hotel The Queenscliff Hotel is a heritage treasure-one of the great 19th Century seaside resort hotels.
    2. Ripview Bistro at Queenscliff Bowling Club Skye and her staff eagerly await your visit to dine in the Ripview Bistro at the Queenscliff Bowling Club.
    3. Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes Queenscliff Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes is a locally owned and run business that caters for Geelong, the Surfcoast and the Bellarine Peninsula. The business is owned and operated by Geoff and Susie Chalker who are residents of Ocean Grove and committed to the region and the retail precinct in which the Rolling Pin operates.
  • Entertainment (1)
    1. The Blues Train Victoria's historic coastal town of Queenscliff is home to the world's one and only Blues Train. It is a unique experience that combines four of Australia's best live acts and the beautiful scenery of the Bellarine Peninsula on the Drysdale Railway line while aboard a real moving vintage steam train. It is one of Australia's most spectacular entertainment experiences - it is a mini festival in one night and a progressive party you'll never forget.
  • Galleries, Museums and Collections (3)
    1. Queenscliffe Historical Museum The Queenscliffe Historical Museum is situated in Hesse Street between the Post-Office and Library, in the township of Queenscliff.
    2. Queenscliffe Maritime Museum The Queenscliffe Maritime Museum was built in 1986 to display Queenscliff's last Lifeboat. Since then, the Museum has expanded to cover the maritime history of Queenscliff and Southern Port Phillip. This history includes the Bay Steamersd Weeroona, Hygeia, and Ozone. Old post cards of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, artefacts from shipwrecks, a display of early diving equipment including a divers suit and helmet air compressor and early scuba equipment.
    3. Salt Contemporary Art Established in 2004 in Queenscliff, Victoria, Salt Contemporary Art exhibits the works of Contemporary Australian Painters, Sculptors and Ceramicists. Housed in an historically significant former drapery store, the gallery offers two spacious levels of exhibition space.
  • Historical Sites and Heritage Locations (1)
    1. Bellarine Railway The Bellarine Railway traverses Victoria's beautiful Bellarine Peninsula near Geelong, between the historic coastal town of Queenscliff and the hinterland village of Drysdale. The railway hugs the water around scenic Swan Bay providing breathtaking views, before climbing through the rolling hills of the Bellarine Peninsula to Drysdale.
  • Natural Attractions (1)
    1. Searoad Ferries Searoad Ferries crossing the bay between Queenscliff and Sorrento hourly between 7am and 6pm, seven days of the week 375 days of the year.
  • Shopping (3)
    1. Ashby House Interiors Ashby House Interiors prides itself in selling genuine pieces and can guarantee authenticity because all of the stock is personally selected. The stock ranges in age from early 1800s to the 1940's. They are elegant but unpretentious pieces, intended to be used and enjoyed every day for years to come.
    2. Barwon Booksellers The Queenscliff shop opened its doors in 1995 and is located in a beautifully kept, heritage listed former Wesleyan Church. Built in 1868 the high ceiling and historic atmosphere create a charming environment in which to browse the wall to wall shelves when the weather's not so good for the beach.
    3. McKenzie Ebbels Foodstore McKenzie Ebbels Foodstore features Athelstane produce, Athelstane meals to go and local produce such as olives and oils, cheese, honey and condiments.
  • Sports and Recreation Facilities (2)
    1. Queenscliff Golf Club Queenscliff Golf Club provides a unique Island setting with fresh air, natural beauty and tranquillity. A friendly vibrant Golf Club surrounded by natural habitat. The beauty of the course is not lost on the golfers, as it changes with the time of day and the change of seasons.
    2. Queenscliff Harbour Queenscliff Harbour is a modern marina precinct established in a true Victorian working harbour, so there is always something to see and do.

Events

  • Festivals and Celebrations (1)
    1. Queenscliff Music Festival Celebrating its 16th year in 2012, Queenscliff Music Festival is one of Australia's great festival experiences. A family-friendly event much loved for its depth and diversity of musical talent, the festival is located in classic Queenscliff, just over an hour's drive from Melbourne.
  • Markets (1)
    1. Queenscliff Market Experience the true laid-back atmosphere at one of the hidden gems!

Tours

  • Full Day (3)
    1. Game and Recreational Fishing Charters Game and Recreational Fishing Charters operates fishing charters from Queenscliff.
    2. Queenscliff Fishing Charters and Scenic Tours Queenscliff Fishing Charters and Scenic Tours offer:
    3. South Bay Eco Adventures View Port Phillip Heads from a new perspective and explore areas only accessible by boat with South Bay Eco Adventures.
  • Half Day (2)
    1. Fort Queenscliff Museum With over 150 years of Australia's heritage on display, Fort Queenscliff is one of Victoria's most important historic sites and one of the largest and best preserved Forts in the Country. Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th century Coastal Artillery Fort which is an operating Australian Army base. Amongst the fascinating artefacts and historical objects is the opportunity to try on uniforms from different moments in time.
    2. Sea All Dolphin Swims How many places in the world can you swim with wild dolphins and seals?

Visitor Information

  • Visitor Information Centres (1)
    1. Queenscliff Visitor Information Centre Welcome to the Queenscliff Visitor Information Centre! For all your travel needs in Queenscliff contact the friendly staff. They offer a wide range of services, including expert advice on the local area, accommodation referral service, internet access, local ticket sales outlet, and souvenir sales. They are open from 9am to 5pm every day.
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Our Local Highlights

  • Adventure Park: Location 1251 Bellarine Hwy, Wallington. Approximately 15km from Beacon Resort.
    Victoria's First Water Theme Park - featuring rides such as the River Torrent Lazy River ride, Six Lane Aqua Racer, Rapid Rider Waterslide, Tunnel of Terror and more. There's also GoCarts, Aqua Bikes, Archery, Paddle Boats, a carousel, playground - the list goes on!

    Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm until 2 February 2009. (Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).
  • Bellarine Peninsula Railway: All trains depart from Queenscliff Railway Station, 20 Symonds Street, Queenscliff. Approximately 4km from Beacon Resort.
    The historic Bellarine Railway traverses Victoria's beautiful Bellarine Peninsula near Geelong, between the coastal town of Queenscliff and the hinterland village of Drysdale. The railway hugs the water around scenic Swan Bay providing breathtaking views, before climbing through the rolling hills of the Bellarine Peninsula to Drysdale.
  • Bellarine Adventure Golf: Location Corner Grubb Road & Bellarine Highway, Wallington. Approximately 10kms from Beacon Resort.
    Set on 6 acres with beautifully landscaped gardens, this is not your average mini golf. At Bellarine Adventure Golf we have two magnificent 18 hole courses.
  • Bollards Trail: Location Geelong Waterfront, approximately 30km from Beacon Resort.
    There are more than 100 of the two-metre high brightly painted icons guiding visitors along the foreshore on a fully paved walking/cycling track through Waterfront Geelong to the Botanic Gardens. The bollards represent a fascinating and fun chronicle of the city's rollicking past, focusing on some of the unique characters that played a part.
  • Otway Fly Tree Top Walk: Location: Phillips Track, 5 minutes from Beech Forest, along the Great Ocean Road. Approximately 150km from Beacon Resort.
    Unique, Spectacular, Beautiful... A bird's eye view of the natural world. It is the longest and highest walk of its kind in the world. Perched high in the rainforest canopy of Victoria's Otway Ranges the Tree Top Walk provides a unique experience surrounded by the beautiful beech myrtle forest.
  • Fairy Park: Location Ballan Road, Anakie. Approximately 50km from Beacon Resort.
    Whisk yourself away to the timeless world of your favourite Fairy Tale characters. Fairy Park will intrigue, delight and surprise everyone who visits. Great for youngsters aged 2 to 92.
  • Fort Queenscliff Museum: Location Corner Gellibrand & King Streets, Queenscliff. Approximately 3.5km from Beacon Resort.
    Built to defend the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, Fort Queenscliff overlooks the commercial shipping lanes to Melbourne and Geelong. Used for military purposes since 1860, it is reminiscent of a medieval fortress with muzzle loading cannons, walls, a dry moat and a keep. It is one of Australia’s largest and best-preserved military fortresses.
  • Go Ride A Wave: Classes held at Ocean Grove, Torquay, Anglesea, and Lorne, and the Barwon River and Anglesea River (for flat water canoeing).
    Surfing and canoe/kayaking lessons and equipment hire, including wetsuits, surfboards and kayaks. Range of surf awareness and surf life-saving activities also available.
  • Jirrahlinga Koala & Wildlife Sanctuary: Location: Taits Road, Barwon Heads. Approximately 20km from Beacon Resort.
    Get up close and personal with Australian native animals at this popular wildlife sanctuary. Pat a koala, join the keepers on a tour or learn more from their specialised talks. Take a lunch hamper and spend the day discovering much about the behind the scenes work this award-winning volunteer organisation does for injured wildlife.
  • Marine Discovery Centre: Location: 2a Bellarine Highway, Queenscliff. Approximately 1 km from Beacon Resort.
    The Marine Discovery Centre allows you to discover the wonders of our unique marine environment. You can drop in to check out the interactive displays on site or arrange an experienced guide to take you on a rock pool ramble, marine biology cruise or even a canoe ride over the mangrove flats. The Marine Discovery Centre is an essential part of a Queenscliff experience.
  • Queenscliff Day Spa: Location: 2 Hobson St, Queenscliff. Approximately 3.5km from Beacon Resort.
    The very best professional health and beauty services, with the highest quality products and fully-qualified Beauty Therapists and Masseurs. Choose from full spa and body treatments, facial and beauty treatments through to therapeutic and relaxation massages.
  • Point Lonsdale Lighthouse Tours: Location: Point Lonsdale Road, Point Lonsdale, 2km from Beacon Resort.
    Built in 1902, the lighthouse is one of a few operational lighthouses in Australia. Sitting above the entrance to Port Phillip the Lighthouse commands wonderful views of the infamous Rip at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay. Tours are coordinated by the Queenscliff Maritime Museum (children under 5 years not admitted).
  • Serendip Sanctuary: Location: 100 Windermere Rd., Lara. Approximately 45km from Beacon Resort
    Take a close-up view of some of the most threatened birds of this area, including the Bustards, Brolgas, Magpie Geese and Stone Curlews. Follow the self-guided trails to find out more about the 150 species of animals which range free at Serendip. Meet up with some of the other animals too, including wallabies, emus, echidnas and pademelons.
  • Werribee Open Range Zoo: Location: K Road Werribee. Melways Reference 201. Approximately 45km from Beacon Resort.
    Adjacent to Werribee Park, the zoo is an African adventure. Imagine heading out on Safari through wild, grassy plains and sweeping river terraces, rich with rhino, giraffe, antelope, zebra and hippo. Special tours are available including Open Vehicle Adventure, Raising Rhino, Rip Roaring Feed and Canoe Safari.
  • Werribee Park: K Road, Werribee. Melways Reference 201 D1. Approximately 45km from Beacon Resort.
    Werribee Park is an outstanding historic and cultural attraction offering an authentic insight into Australia’s richly diverse history. Highlights of your visit will include the Mansion, formal gardens including Victoria’s State Rose Garden, Werribee Park Sculpture Walk, the Natural Riverine and farm area. Guides and audiovisual interpretations are available to enhance every visit. The kitchen and fully interpreted laundry show the lives of the servants necessary to run the Mansion.
  • Sea All Dolphin Swims: Location: Tours depart Queenscliff Boat Harbour. Approximately 4kms from Beacon Resort.
    Explore the rich and diverse waters of Southern Port Phillip Bay with opportunities to swim with wild dolphins and seals or snorkel in unique marine national parks. With a clever blend of fun, adventure and education your Sea All experience will be one you’ll remember forever.
  • National Wool Museum: Location: Corner of Moorabool and Brougham Streets, Geelong. Approximately 30km from Beacon Resort.
    Discover the fascinating heritage of Australia’s pastoral and textile industries. This interactive museum brings to life the people and their stories in the historic 1872 bluestone Woolstore at Geelong’s waterfront.
  • Wineries: Numerous wineries surround the Geelong region, many offering cellar door sales and fine dining utilising the best of our local produce. Bellarine Estate, Scotchman’s Hill and Leura Park Estate are just a few of the vineyards within 20km of Beacon Resort that are renowned for their award-winning wines and picturesque outlooks.
  • Lonsdale Golf Club: Location: 69 Fellows Road, Point Lonsdale. Approximately 2.5km from Beacon Resort.
    18 hole grass greens, sandbelt course suitable for play in all weather conditions.
  • Queenscliff Golf Club: Location: Swan Island via bridge access from Queenscliff. Approximately 4km from Beacon Resort.
    A challenging all weather track that offers changing terrain. Situated on Swan Island, one of the most unique golfing locations in Victoria.
  • Portarlington Golf Course: Location: 130 Hood Road, Portarlington. Approximately 20km from Beacon Resort
    A tree lined 18-hole course offering a variety of challenges, pure putting surfaces and excellent year round conditioning.
  • 13th Beach Golf Links: Location Barwon Heads Road, Barwon Heads. Approximately 25km from Beacon Resort.
    Nestled amongst undulating sand dunes on the picturesque coast of Barwon Heads. Two totally different styled courses offering the same high quality golfing experience.
  • Waterfront Geelong: Location: The Esplanade, Geelong on the shores of Corio Bay. Approximately 30km from Beacon Resort.
    Geelong's $150 million fresh face for the new millennium has spectacularly transformed Waterfront Geelong into one of Australia's leading coastal locations.
  • Tiger Moth World Adventure Park: Location: 325 Blackgate Road, Torquay. Approximately 30km from Beacon Resort.
    A theme park based around the magical 1930's open-cockpit Tiger Moth bi-plane and grass aerodrome. From mini golf to the flying fox, Giant Tiger Moth Playpark, bikes, volleyball, chip and giggle … or just lose yourself in the Islands of Surprise, canoe across the Pirates lagoon and wander through the AMAZEing ship Jolly Roger.
  • Queenscliffe Maritime Museum: Location: Wharf Street, Queenscliff. Approximately 4km from Beacon Resort.
    Escape for a short while into Queenscliff’s fascinating past. The ship wrecks, the rescues and the brave Pilots who, even to this day bring ships safely through the Rip and into Port. This modern museum, built to house the last Queenscliff lifeboat also displays many artefacts from shipwrecks, model ships, the history of the Chinese fishermen, and the unique couta boats.
  • Queenscliffe Historical Museum: Location: 49 Hesse St, Queenscliff. Approximately 3.5km from Beacon Resort.
    The centre displays an extensive collection of photographs of local interest including early Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale residents, together with shipping, pilot service, buildings and shipwrecks dating from 1836. The museum displays include relics, paintings of pilot vessels, household and personal articles used by early settlers.
  • Queenscliff Heritage Walk: Location Departs from Queenscliff Visitor Centre, 55 Hesse St, Queenscliff. Approximately 4kms from Beacon Resort.
    Join experienced local guides and discover Queenscliff’s fascinating history as you meander through past 19th century buildings and charming cottages. Tour concludes with coffee and cake at one of the grand hotels.
  • William Buckley Trail: Location: Between 2km to 50km from Beacon Resort.
    The story of "Wild White Man" William Buckley, who lived 32 years with Australian Aborigines, ranks among the great survivor tales of all-time. The young convict escaped in 1803 at Sorrento and for three decades, wandered throughout the region, living much of the time with local Aborigines. Most of his years on the run were spent around Geelong, in the Otway Ranges and along the coast.
    William Buckley Discovery Trail brochures are available.
  • A Maze ‘n Games on Bellarine: Location Corner of Grubb Road & Bellarine Highway, Wallington. Approximately 10kms from Beacon Resort.
    Fun activities to stimulate your relaxation… Lose yourself in one of Australia's largest timber mazes, relax and try a game of mini golf on the 18 hole mini golf course or try to solve some of their large range of puzzles.
  • Koombahla Park Equestrian Centre: Location 365 Wallington Road, Ocean Grove. Approximately 10km from Beacon Resort.
    Koombahla Park comprises 400 acres of undulating country on The Bellarine overlooking the beach resorts of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. Horses to suit all levels of riding from beginners to advanced, utilising arenas, cross country jumps, flat and undulating riding areas.
  • Lighthouse Olive Oil: Location: Murradoc Oil Processors, 600 Andersons Rd, Mannerim VIC 3222. Approximately 15km from Beacon Resort.
    Lighthouse Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a multi-award winning olive oil. Their premium quality olive oils are grown and cold pressed on the Bellarine Peninsula. The classic cool climate gives their olives a distinct Victorian coastal character.
  • Gamerec Fishing Charters: Gamerec Charters have a brand new vessel 'The Ultimate'. It caters for 14 people comfortably so get a group together or come on your own with the crew for a fantastic day of fishing. Bookings are filling up fast so book now to avoid disappointment!
  • Werribee Open Range Zoo Slumber Safari: Spring is here and Werribee Zoo has launched its Slumber Safari and Safari Sleepovers, adults and schools can now book ahead for these two amazing overnight experiences at the Zoo. Both experiences allow the visitor to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the African Savannah.
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BIG4 Beacon Resort

78 Bellarine Highway,
Queenscliff, 3225,
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Tel: 03 5258 1133
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