Jackalope Hotel delivers luxury stays where vineyard views, and world-class dining come together on the Mornington Peninsula.
Location:
Situated in Merricks North, Victoria, about 80 km south of Melbourne, Jackalope rests atop a private working vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula. Framed by rolling vines, the hotel offers serene views and is within easy reach of beaches, sculpture parks and award‑winning cellar doors.
Rooms:
Jackalope features 44 rooms and suites, including two signature “Lair” suites with expansive terraces, fireplaces, kitchenettes, private cellars and spa‑like bathrooms. Other rooms boast floor‑to‑ceiling windows, private terraces, heated bathroom floors, Japanese stone tubs or rain‑showers. Vineyard rooms face the pool and offer incredible sunset views over the surrounding landscapes.
Amenities:
Guests enjoy a 30 metre infinity pool, heated spa, infrared sauna, complimentary minibar and even a popcorn & ice‑cream service. A cellar door, upscale bar, Flaggerdoot, fine‑dining restaurant, Doot Doot Doot, and casual dining, Rare Hare, sit onsite with wine tastings and curated cocktails included.
Activities:
A “Daily Discoveries” programme offers seasonal guest experiences: vineyard walking tours, martini tastings, cookie‑making classes, yoga sessions, cellar tours and cheese tastings. Spa treatments and in‑room DIY spa kits are available; movie‑night packages with snacks complete the experience.
Sustainability:
Spanning 16 hectares, Jackalope operates with more than 500 solar panels. Wastewater is recycled on‑site, and grape marc compost supports gardens and soil health. The hotel sources ethically‑certified tea and coffee, and participates in marine reef restoration projects via recycled oyster shells. Jackalope Hotel is also accredited by the Victorian Tourism Industry Council as a Sustainable Quality Tourism Business.
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