The Old Church - Fireplace, Pets, Wineries

Top rated by guests
One of the most unique properties on the Mornington Peninsula. Once a church, now your sanctuary in Red Hill
Sit back and enjoy the beauty of this space
The bath is framed by impressive floor to ceiling windows
The large, main bathroom
The king bedroom, with WIR and floor length mirror (not seen here, but located behind the bed area)
review stars
10Outstanding
(4 Ratings)
"Comfortable beds, huge place, good location. Had everything we meeded to make it a cozy stay in the Mornington. Perfect for group trips"
Antonia D.
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10 / 10
Outstanding(4 Ratings)

House in Red Hill

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

Summary:

Lifestyle stay, hosted by LOCALA.



There is a palpable, magical atmosphere when you enter through the doors of the historic former Red Hill Church. The architectural integrity and generational legacy of the property has been impeccably restored, whilst preserving its character – making it one of the most unique residences on the Mornington Peninsula.



Outside is bordered by the lush National Trust bushland – a picturesque and perfect pet-friendly retreat.



The Space:

The Chapel



The property also has an attached transformed 1911 original chapel, with stunning floor to ceiling windows, capturing the breath taking tree scape and water views to Westernport Bay, highlighted by amazing sunsets creating the perfect space for group sessions of up to 20 people (for approved use and at an additional cost, please message us with your wellness or corporate retreat requests).



| Fireplace (in both living areas and chapel. We provide enough wood for a nights stay, guests will need to purchase further firewood as required)

| Smart TV (in second living area)

| Outside and inside dining

| Ceiling fan (in main kitchen/dining/living area)

| Split system heating and cooling (in main kitchen/dining/living area, single bed room and chapel)

| Portable electric heaters (King and Queen bedrooms)

| Electric blankets (on all beds)

| Wireless internet

| Washing machine

| Dryer

| Coffee machine (pods)

| Portacot and highchair



Location



You are in the heart of the wedding and winery region, including...



| 1min Butterfly Red Hill

| 1min Red Hill Truffles

| 5min Polperro Winery

| 3min The Epicurean

| 3min Red Gum BBQ

| 3min Graceburn Tedesca

| 3min Red Hill Estate

| 6min Port Phillip Estate

| 12min Jackalope

| 7min Montalto

| 9min Pt Leo Estate

| 10min to Merricks (Merricks Trail, Merricks General Store)



Bedding Configuration (sleeps 8)



Bedroom 1: King bed

Bedroom 2: King bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedroom 4: 2x single beds



* See photo gallery for floorplan of home



Guest Access:

| Guests have full access to the entire property



The Neighborhood:

Location

Surrounded by Merricks, Arthurs Seat, Shoreham and Main Ridge.



You are in the heart of the wedding and winery region, including...



| 1min Butterfly Red Hill

| 1min Red Hill Truffles

| 5min Polperro Winery

| 3min The Epicurean

| 3min Red Gum BBQ

| 3min Graceburn Tedesca

| 3min Red Hill Estate

| 6min Port Phillip Estate

| 12min Jackalope

| 7min Montalto

| 9min Pt Leo Estate

| 10min to Merricks (Merricks Trail, Merricks General Store)

| 25min Peninsula and Alba Hot Springs



Beaches

The Mornington Peninsula is home to some of the best beaches in Victoria. Visit the white sands of Dromana, the lighthouse at McCrae, the waves of Gunnamatta, the beach boxes of Mount Martha or the rocky cliffs of the Pillars.



Supermarkets

Red Hill General Store is 1min away or IGA Balnarring is 12min 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.



Complimentary services

Wireless Internet access

Complimentary linen and towels

Complimentary bathroom toiletries and basic kitchen supplies

Consumables (toilet paper, basic kitchen and laundry cleaning supplies, coffee, tea, oil etc.)



Other Things to Note:

| Non-smoking property

| We allow 1 dog free of charge. Additional dogs may be considered depending on situation for an additional fee - please enquire within.

| 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

| Included in the accommodation cost is firewood for one evening (approximately 6/8 logs of wood). Guests will need to purchase further firewood as required.

| This property follows Airbnb's strict no party and loud music policy. Guests will be evicted if they break this policy

| The property has noise-aware alarms which notify the owner and guest if music is unreasonably loud

| There is a Ring camera at the front door, which records movement and audio into and out of the home.



SSRA2026/0262

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



Local laws: We strictly follow laws set by the Mornington Peninsula Shire for short term stays.

1. Outdoor areas including swimming pools, spas, outdoor decking and balconies are not to be used between 11.00pm to 7.00am.

2. Disturbances to neighbours including parties, loud music and yelling, heard at anytime, might lead to eviction and forfeiture of your bond.



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.

Amenities

Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Kitchenware
Garden
Kettle
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Shower
Family friendly
Children's high chair
Cribs or cots available
Ironing facilities
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Desk
Hairdryer

Map of Red Hill

city location on map

Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(4 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Comfortable beds, huge place, good location. Had everything we meeded to make it a cozy stay in the Mornington. Perfect for group trips
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
The house is beautiful, and is well equipped. Bec was so easy to communicate with, and our group had a wonderful stay at this home while in Red Hill for a wedding.Wish we stayed longer
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
The layout was great, allowed for privacy between families. Large open living area and functional kitchen.Everything was very clean.Would recommend for large groups and families

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Old Church - Fireplace, Pets, Wineries. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Old Church - Fireplace, Pets, Wineries pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Old Church - Fireplace, Pets, Wineries?

We found 34 amenities for this rental. This includes free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking, pets allowed, and tv.


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