Tusmore - Direct Beach Access, Pool, Spa, Gardens

Summary:

*FREE LATE CHECK-OUT - ENQUIRE NOW*



Tusmore is a historic coastal estate located right on Merricks’ foreshore, framed by a storybook rose garden.



Inside, light-filled living spaces unfold with warmth and charm—from cosy lounges with crackling fireplaces, to a beautiful central dining room, with doors into the vast backyard. Unwind in the gas-heated spa, swim laps in the solar-heated pool or wander to the secluded beach, just beyond the gate.



The Space:

A magical place to slow down, reconnect and indulge.



| Lap swimming pool (solar heated)

| Spa (gas heated)

| Direct beach access

| Large rose garden with water feature and fire pit (guests to provide own firewood)

| Huge backyard grassed area

| Private, long driveway and two car carport for parking

| Indoor fireplaces (main living room is gas log and the second living room is wood fire. Guests to provide their own firewood)

| Smart TV (in main living room)

| Ceiling fans (in the main living area and all bedrooms)

| Split system heating and cooling (located in the main dining room, the second living/kitchen area and the master bedroom)

| Wireless Internet

| Washing Machine

| Coffee Machine (pods)

| BBQ

| Portacot and highchair



Location

Escape to the heart of the winery region, where you’re just minutes away from the best local attractions:



| 5 min walk down to the sand on Merricks Beach (Direct beach access from the backyard!)

| 5 min to Balnarring Beach

| 6 min to Merricks General Store

| 8 min to Merricks Trail

| 8 min to Pt Leo Estate

| 9 min to Jackalope

| 11 min to Polperro Winery

| 12 min to Montalto

| 12 min to Port Phillip Estate

| 13 min to The Epicurean

| 14 min to Red Gum BBQ

| 18 min to Graceburn Tedesca

| 18 Red Hill Estate

| 30 Alba Hot Springs

| 30 min to Peninsula Hot Springs



Bedding Configuration (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1: King bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Double bed

Bedroom 5: 2x Bunk beds (4 single beds)



Guest Access:

| Guests have full access to the entire property



The Neighborhood:

Location

Surrounded by Balnarring, Point Leo and Red Hill.



| 5 min walk down to the sand on Merricks Beach (Direct beach access from the backyard!)

| 5 min to Balnarring Beach

| 6 min to Merricks General Store

| 8 min to Merricks Trail

| 8 min to Pt Leo Estate

| 9 min to Jackalope

| 11 min to Polperro Winery

| 12 min to Montalto

| 12 min to Port Phillip Estate

| 13 min to The Epicurean

| 14 min to Red Gum BBQ

| 18 min to Graceburn Tedesca

| 18 Red Hill Estate

| 30 Alba Hot Springs

| 30 min to Peninsula Hot Springs



Beaches

The Mornington Peninsula is home to some of the best beaches in Victoria. Visit the family friends shores of Sorrento Main Beach, the rock pools of 16 Beach or Diamond Bay, the aquatic activity area of Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron or the surf destination that is Sorrento and Portsea Ocean back beaches.



Supermarkets

IGA Balnarring is 8min 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:

| *Free late check-out applicable for months of April - August (for new bookings where there isn't already a check-in on the same day as check-out - please check with host to confirm at time of booking). Excludes check-outs falling on Fridays, Saturdays, long weekends or school holidays - enquire now! 

| 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

| 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 is unreasonably loud

| This property is fitted with external cameras on the facade and back of the home, which are recording movements into and out of the home

| A pool service team may attend the property during your stay for a regular clean and service

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This property is professionally hosted by Bec from Locala. Bec manages many properties across the Peninsula and Melbourne.



Bec is a Mornington Peninsula native, passionate about sharing her knowledge and the magic that is fondly known as the ‘ninsh’.



The Locala mission is to create beautiful and meaningful experiences for guests to share with friends and family that will be remembered forever. So what are you waiting for...



Your next destination awaits.



IG: @localadestinations

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Please note: Due to our high standard of holiday accommodation we do not accept schoolies, bucks/hens bookings, groups under 26 years of age, nor do we accept parties or events due to strict council regulations. This excludes family bookings travelling with children under 18 years of age. PENALTIES WILL APPLY TO GUESTS.



Guests are required to complete a booking form.



Please note there are strictly no early check ins nor late check outs.



For non-Airbnb bookings, we charge a $1000 bond which will be held and released 3-5 business days after checkout, subject to no identifiable loss or damage.