Abalone Beach House offers a great base from which to explore a very special neighbourhood.
OTHER PLACES TO VISIT AND THINGS TO DO
The
Great
South West Walk passes by the beach directly in front of the
house between Cape Bridgewater and Cape Nelson. The 250 km long Great
South West walk provides an excellent opportunity to explore the fascinating
variety of scenery and wildlife in South West Victoria. The walk is not
solely for hardy, long distance walkers who carry everything on their
back and complete the whole 250 km in one go. Most people use the track
for short walks.
Lovely coastal views and tranquil surrounds make Cape Nelson State Park a perfect destination for art / photography studies, nature / culture field studies and picnicking. The Cape Nelson Lighthouse offers guided tours and there are many opportunities for walking, wildlife watching and scenic drives.
Enjoy
the unspoilt beauty of Discovery
Bay Coastal Park which is known for its lakes, dune areas
and long sandy beaches. Vehicle access is provided at several points -
driving on the dunes and beach is prohibited. The unruly tides of the
ocean make this beach area an unsafe place to swim and limited access
to the Park makes it all the more isolated. You can walk for kilometers
beachcombing, try your hand at surf fishing, or just marvel at this amazing
expanse of shifting sands.
Untouched
Mt Richmond National Park
Over 450 plant species occur in the park. 50 Orchid species have been
recorded. Look out for Emus, Rosellas, Gang-Gang Cockatoos, Honeyeaters,
Wattlebirds, Blue Wrens and you may even see a rare Rufous Bristlebird.
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Take in the serenity of Lower
Glenelg National Park which stretches from the mouth of
the Glenelg River inland, encompassing 27,000 ha of bushland and
winding river flanked by spectacular limestone cliffs. The river
area provides opportunities for a wide range of activities. There
are canoe hire facilities as well as river cruises available to
enjoy the area from the water. There are also several car access
points for fishing and for that BBQ fire….
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Piccaninnie
Ponds Conservation Park The crystal clear water of the 85
metre deep ponds are renown worldwide for diving and snorkelling and have
been featured by many national (Did you see it at Get-A-Way?) and international
TV shows. There is a jetty and a walking trail to explore the ponds and
its surroundings.
Please contact the South
East office of National Parks and Wildlife SA regarding snorkelling
and the Cave
Divers Association of Australia for access details on scuba diving.
Princess Lady Margaret Rose Cave
The stalactites and stalagmites, sometimes joined into pillars, the wayward
helictites, the breathtaking shawls, blankets and chandeliers, the rare
cave coral all appear in seemingly liquid crystalline structures whose
many hues come from minerals washing down from soil above.
Mt
Eccles National Park
Mt. Eccles National Park is a popular destination for visitors wishing
to explore its volcanic landscape. Take flash lights to explore the small
volcanic caves.
The Food, Wine & Roses Festival is held each February in Heywood and draws over 4,000 visitors. Activities include wood chopping, local food and wine tasting, parades, carnival rides, market stalls, fireworks, floral art, photography, painting, live bands and family entertainment.
You
may also choose to step by the friendly staff at the Portland
Visitor Information Center on your way if you coming via Portland.
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