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Peninsula Holiday Park – Your Dromana Discovery Base

Peninsula Holiday Park, Your Dromana & Mornington Peninsula Family Hub

Discover the ultimate family holiday destination at the Peninsula Holiday Park, perfectly located in the heart of the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Nestled in the popular seaside town of Dromana, this award-winning park is a paradise for families, offering an incredible array of facilities and a vibrant atmosphere, all just a short walk from the safe, sandy shores of Port Phillip Bay. It’s the ideal base for exploring everything this renowned region has to offer, from the stunning bay and ocean beaches to the world-class wineries and gourmet delights of the hinterland.

The park is a destination in itself, packed with features designed to create unforgettable family memories. The centrepiece is the spectacular solar-heated swimming pool complex, complete with a waterslide that will keep kids entertained for hours. The fun continues with a giant jumping pillow, a brand new adventure playground, and a games room. The park offers a wide range of modern accommodation to suit every family and budget, from spacious powered and ensuite sites for caravans and motorhomes, to a variety of stylish and comfortable self-contained villas and cabins. As a pet-friendly park, your furry friends are welcome to join the holiday fun on the sites.

The park’s prime location means the best of the peninsula is at your doorstep. Spend your days swimming in the calm bay waters, building sandcastles, or trying your luck fishing from the Dromana Pier. It’s the perfect launchpad for a scenic trip up the Arthurs Seat Eagle for breathtaking views, a relaxing afternoon at the famous Peninsula Hot Springs, or a day spent exploring the charming boutiques and cafes of Sorrento and Portsea. With its unbeatable combination of resort-style facilities, a friendly atmosphere, and a location that puts you in the heart of the action, the Peninsula Holiday Park is the perfect choice for your next family adventure.

Peninsula Holiday Park – VIC Location Map

Park Information

Name: Peninsula Holiday Park
Address: 10 Ponderosa Pl, Dromana VIC 3936
Website: www.peninsulaholidaypark.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -38.33169, 144.98329

Site Details

  • Location: In the seaside town of Dromana, at the base of Arthurs Seat on the Mornington Peninsula.
  • Site Suitable For: Caravans, motorhomes, and camper trailers. An extensive range of villas and cabins is also available.
  • Road Access: Sealed road access.
  • Site Surface: Offering a mix of spacious grass, slab, and ensuite sites.

Facilities

  • Solar-Heated Pool with Waterslide
  • Giant Jumping Pillow & New Adventure Playground
  • Games Room
  • Camp Kitchen & Covered BBQ Areas
  • Onsite Public Toilets & Showers
  • Guest Laundry
  • Onsite Dump Point
  • Potable Water, Rubbish Bins & Kiosk
  • Good Mobile Phone & TV Reception

Activities & Essentials

  • Essentials to Bring: Bathers for the pool and beach, walking shoes for coastal and bush tracks, and an appetite for the region’s food and wine.
  • Pet-Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly for sites (conditions and blackout periods apply).
  • Open Fires: Open fires are not permitted. The park has excellent BBQ facilities.
  • Generator Use: Generators are not permitted.
  • Fishing: Excellent pier and boat fishing in Port Phillip Bay for snapper, whiting, flathead, and squid.
  • Short Walks: Easy walk to the Dromana foreshore and close to the Arthurs Seat State Park walking tracks.

Local Amenities

Pubs

  • Dromana Hotel: Approximately 2 km
  • Jetty Road Brewery: Approximately 2.5 km
  • Hickinbotham of Dromana (Winery & Restaurant/Bar): Approximately 4 km

Places to Eat

  • Two Buoys: Approximately 2 km
  • Monkey Business: Approximately 2 km
  • A wide variety of cafes, restaurants, and takeaway shops along the Dromana foreshore.

Local Attractions

  • Arthurs Seat Eagle (Gondola): Approximately 4 km
  • Dromana 3 Drive-In: Approximately 1.5 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs: Approximately 15 km
  • Enchanted Adventure Garden: Approximately 8 km
  • Dromana Pier & Foreshore: Approximately 2 km

Nearest Caravan Parks

  • Kangerong Holiday Park: Approximately 2 km
  • BIG4 Dromana Holiday Village: Approximately 3 km

Nearest Free Camps

  • (No designated free camps on the Mornington Peninsula)
  • Lang Lang Foreshore (Jam Jerrup): Approximately 60 km

Nearest Dump Points

  • Onsite at Park
  • Rosebud Public Dump Point (near Foreshore): Approximately 7 km

Nearest Petrol Stations

  • 7-Eleven Dromana: Approximately 1 km
  • Shell Coles Express Dromana: Approximately 2 km

Drinking Water Resupply

  • Onsite at Park
  • Dromana Foreshore Public Taps.

Nearest Public Toilets

  • Onsite at Park
  • Dromana Foreshore Public Toilets (near the pier): Approximately 2 km

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Dromana

  • Summer (December – February): Warm and very popular, with average maximum temperatures around 25°C. Perfect for enjoying the famous bay beaches.
  • Autumn (March – May): Mild and often sunny with calm conditions. It’s an ideal time for visiting wineries and enjoying the coastal walks without the summer crowds.
  • Winter (June – August): Cool, with average maximums around 14°C. A great time to visit the Peninsula Hot Springs and enjoy cosy cafes.
  • Spring (September – November): Mild but can be windy. The peninsula’s many gardens are in full bloom, making it a beautiful time for sightseeing.

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