Winter Wellness Escapes on the Mornington Peninsula

Midweek or weekend — it's time to reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and the land.

Winter is a beautiful time to slow down, breathe in the crisp country air, and focus on your wellbeing. Whether you’re seeking a midweek wellness getaway or a relaxing weekend escape on the Mornington Peninsula, this region offers everything you need to feel nourished, recharged, and reconnected.

Here are three ways to embrace a more balanced and joyful winter — just over an hour from Melbourne.

1. Reconnect with Loved Ones: Grazing, Nature and Farm Walks

If you're searching for the perfect family-friendly day out on the Mornington Peninsula, Green Olive at Red Hill has you covered.

Enjoy a long, leisurely grazing lunch featuring farm-grown olives, fresh produce, housemade relishes and cool-climate wines. Our cosy indoor space with views of the vineyard is ideal for those cooler days.

After lunch, rug up and wander the farm — through olive groves, vineyards, and kitchen gardens. It’s a grounding and peaceful way to spend quality time with friends or family, and it’s a favourite winter activity near Melbourne.

Perfect for:

Midweek lunches on the Mornington Peninsula

Group get-togethers with food, wine and walks

Relaxed weekend escapes just outside Melbourne

 

2. Get Active with Pickleball in Red Hill

Want to move your body and have some fun while you’re at it? Our brand-new pickleball courts at Green Olive are now open — and it’s quickly becoming one of the top winter activities on the Mornington Peninsula.

Pickleball is a mix of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It’s easy to learn, super social, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Plus, playing outdoors among the paddocks and vines is a refreshing alternative to indoor gyms or winter workouts.

Great for:

Midweek fitness activities on the Peninsula

Corporate wellness days or team bonding experiences

Weekend escapes that include fun and movement

 

3. Soak and Restore at Alba Thermal Springs

No Mornington Peninsula wellness itinerary is complete without a visit to Alba Thermal Springs. Just a short drive from Green Olive, this luxury wellness destination is ideal for warming up and winding down.

Soak in geothermal pools surrounded by native bushland, breathe in the winter air, and enjoy the quiet — perfect for midweek serenity or a romantic weekend getaway. It's one of the most rejuvenating things to do on the Mornington Peninsula in winter.

Ideal for:

Midweek relaxation experiences

Couples’ retreats near Melbourne

Complete wellness weekends on the Peninsula

Plan Your Mornington Peninsula Wellness Escape Today

Whether it’s a midweek recharge or a weekend away from Melbourne, winter is the perfect time to experience the slow pace, beautiful landscapes, and immersive wellness offerings of the Mornington Peninsula.

At Green Olive at Red Hill, we invite you to come and graze, move, laugh, wander, and rest. It’s all here — ready for your next escape.

Book online now!