Red Hill

Red Hill is a beautiful area set in the Mornington Peninsula's hinterland. It is characterised by large gum trees, quiet lanes and gentle rolling hills. Tucked away amid the trees and hills are an abundance of vineyards, orchards and galleries. The Red Hill Market on the first Saturday of every month is famous in the region for selling a great range of high quality local produce. Visit the Red Hill Cool Stores and sample a great range of regional fruit and vegetables and preserves. For the freshest fruit on the Peninsula, head to Ellisfield or Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farms, where you can enjoy picking your own sun-warmed berries. Those who love their wine will love touring the many local vineyards to taste the renowned local specialties, pinot noir, pinot gris and chardonnay. Many of the wineries have established their own restaurants to take advantage of the abundance of local produce on their doorstep. Dine out at Max's at Red Hill Estate, which offers fine food and wine as well as sweeping views of the sea, or the acclaimed Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove. There are several festivals held throughout the year showcasing the culinary richness of the region. The Fruits of our Labour Festival takes place at harvest time in March, as does the Cool Climate Wine Show. Settle in with a warming glass of red during the Winter Wine Weekend, held every June. Explore some of the eclectic local galleries scattered among the rolling hills and valleys. Some of the best include Red Hill Gallery 141, The Art Shed, The White Hill Gallery and The Marion Rosetzky Gallery where you'll find impressive collections and regular exhibitions. Red Hill is approximately 1.5 hours from Melbourne. Take the Nepean Highway and then the Mornington Peninsula Freeway onto the Peninsula and then turn left onto the Arthurs Seat Road, which becomes the Red Hill Road.