Jackalope’s Winter Package Is Peak Peninsula Cosy Done Right

Winter on the Mornington Peninsula is a vibe—crisp vineyard air, fewer crowds, and the kind of stillness that makes a proper escape feel, well, escapist. If you're due for one, Jackalope Hotel has just launched a Winter Solstice package that runs from April through to September, and it’s as plush as you’d expect from one of Australia’s most awarded boutique stays.

Set on a working vineyard in Merricks North, Jackalope is known for its moody black façade, cinematic design, and a hospitality experience that leans hard into detail. It’s the kind of place where every inch has been considered—right down to the sculptural lighting, art-lined corridors and the scent of the hand wash.

The Winter Solstice package is designed for hibernation with intent. Choose between a two- or three-night stay, and you’ll be greeted with a curated turndown gift on night one. Robes are included—and they’re yours to take home. Each evening, the firepit on the terrace is lit for guests to enjoy handmade s’mores, toasted over flames with a glass of local Pinot in hand.

Food is a centrepiece here, and rightly so. The package includes lunch for two at Rare Hare, the on-site restaurant that scored a Chef Hat in the 2025 Age Good Food Guide. Their "Quick Hare" lunch features seasonal, locally sourced dishes that lean into the Peninsula’s produce—think fire-roasted Lebanese eggplant with red miso, fried barra wings with almond skordalia, and pork belly paired with spiced pear and a rich Madeira jus.

To round it out, each guest also receives a $100 credit to use at the Jackalope Spa, the hotel’s private wellness retreat. Treatments here are tailored, seasonal, and delivered by experienced therapists with a focus on deep rest and recovery.

Starting from $1,475 for two nights, this winter package is a polished mix of indulgence and downtime—ideal for Melburnians in need of a reset that doesn’t involve airports or jet lag.