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Cape Schanck Lighthouse
420 Cape Schanck rd, Cape Schanck, Australia, 3939
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Cape Schanck Lighthouse
420 Cape Schanck rd, Cape Schanck, Australia, 3939

Check In time : 2pm       Check Out time :10.30am
 
Built in 1859, Cape Schanck light station offers a unique accommodation experience as guests stay in the original lighthouse keeper’s cottages. Situated in a heritage listed maritime precinct and surrounded by National Park, guests are transformed back in time as they become the lighthouse keepers during there stay.


Part of the experience includes the opportunity of a tour inside a fully operational lighthouse with access to our maritime museum. To conclude your day, watch the sun set and the light beam sweep over Bass Strait as it has done since 1859.


We have two 3 bedroom cottages that can sleep up to 8 guests. One 1 bedroom cottage that can sleep up to 4 guests. One ensuite room that can sleep 1 couple. All of our accommodation retains its original architectural features with the insides renovated to AAA 3 star with our head lighthouse keeper’s cottage rated AAA 3½ stars.


Facilities at Cape Schanck Lighthouse :
Smoke free / non-smoking floors BBQ

Cancellation Policy
This property does not accept cancellations or changes to bookings. Refunds are not available.


How to get to Cape Schanck Lighthouse
Take the Mornington Peninsula Frankston freeway in south east Melbourne (off Springvale road), at the end of the freeway the road continues through Frankston and changes to the Moorooduc Highway continuing to a T intersection with Boneo road. Turn left, travel up the Hill to the Pine trees turning right at Cape Schanck Road. Follow Cape Schanck road to the end, turn left onto the gravel road through the boom gates and drive around to the kiosk. .


Out and About
Welcome! Whilst Cape Schanck remains your home away from home you can discover the marvellous Mornington Peninsula. Here are just a few things to do whilst you enjoy your stay at Cape Schanck.

Lighthouse tour, Montalto Winery, horse riding, golf, Ashcombe Maze, fishing charters, Moonlit Sanctuary, guided walking tours and so much more.
Other Facilities:
The Cape Schanck Light station (with a fully functioning beacon) offers visitors a unique glimpse of the past.

The historic light is one of the few still operating as it did during the early 1800's. Surrounded by Magnificent historic buildings, the Cape Schanck Light station allows visitors to recreate in their imaginations the simple life of a bygone era.
Bushranger’s Bay walkers enjoy some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne, the track finishes at a sandy beach beneath basalt cliffs. The walk takes approximately 45 minutes each way.

The Cape walking track from the kiosk takes our guests to the start of the wooden staircase and boardwalk, which descends to the beach and rock pools. Geological formations called Pulpit Rock and Devils Desk which were formed over millions of years are some features seen on this walk.

Fingal Picnic area and Fingal Beach. Enjoy a picnic or a barbecue at the Fingal picnic grounds where there are electric BBQ, tables, toilets and games area. Walking tracks lead to lookouts with spectacular views of basalt cliffs and Fingal beach which is exposed at low tide.
Car Parking:
Parking is directly outside the accommodation buildings on the lighthouse grounds.

Reception Hours
Opening :10am Closing :4pm  


Instructions for after hours key collection
Ring before 3pm if arrival will be after 4pm on 03 59886184.Arrival between 2-4pm drive into the Cape Schanck National Park and collect your key from the kiosk. Arrival after 4pm you must contact us before 3.00pm to arrange after hours access. Arrival time is critical as light station locked 4pm.