One Perfect Day in Port Melbourne
Have you ever thought about moving to the seaside? Spied C&G listings for stunning developments and cosmopolitan apartments available in Port Melbourne, but never actually spent the weekend there? Today, C&G brings a slice of Port Melbourne to you, because it’s one of our favourite suburbs and there’s nothing we love more than sharing it.
Cosily situated on the Corner of Bay Street and Bridge Street sits local breakfast favourite, Balderdash. Broadsheet-approved, the expert baristas serves Five Senses coffee. Try the corn, zucchini and feta fritters with crushed avo and goats cheese for a tasty treat – it’s served with a perfectly poached egg, and you can order bacon on the side.
Beach Stroll
What better way to enjoy the sunshine than with a leisurely stroll down to Station Pier? The glittering blue horizon is worshipped by the locals, who enjoy walking their well-groomed pooches or taking fitness challenges along the bay. Observe the huge ocean liners like the Spirit of Tasmania docked at the Port – it never gets old!
Art
If your walls are a bit empty, why not pop into Port Art for a feature piece? You’ll find them on Bay Street, where you can view a range of contemporary abstract, expressionist and figurative artworks, or traditional seascape paintings by local artists
Wine at Decanters
Pop into Decanters by the Bay and chat to the friendly wine experts about your palette, preferences and favourite varieties. They’ll help you pick out a wine from their extensive range, whether it’s a well-known classic or the boutique brand that will become your new favourite.
Lunch at the Railway Club
It’s not just about seafood in Port Melbourne (although it does have some of the freshest and the best in Melbourne). One of the top-rated steakhouses is the Railway Club, a charming building with a polished wood décor and stunning fridge display of prime cuts to choose from. The chefs will cook your steak to perfection.
A Nightcap at Harry & Frankie
Harry & Frankie is the perfect fusion of bottle shop, wine bar and charcuterie. Their range celebrates the ‘small, family owned producers of our own backyard and from around the world.’ As a result, the wine list is extensive and features a range of boutique and artisan products, each with their own stories and flavours to delight the senses.
Port Melbourne has heaps to offer! So if you’re thinking of taking a staycation, don’t forget to pop into Chisholm and Gamon’s Port Melbourne office on Bay Street to say hello. Who knows? We might have the perfect Port Melbourne property for you.