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french Island
reaching new
Flinders is a great place for a day trip, a relaxed weekend away,
an extended stay or just a quiet drink with friends set amidst
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some of the most spectacular scenery on the Peninsula. Enjoy
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stunning views of Westernport Bay & Bass Strait, play golf on
some of the world's most spectacular courses or visit some
french Island as a tourist
of our finest wineries. And what better place to stay than the
destination is quietly gaining
Flinders Hotel. Enjoy superb food in a relaxed welcoming
looks after themselves) and no
momentum, despite most people
atmosphere then stay in 1 of 9 modern accommodation units,
local council. Although at first
still not even knowing where it
without the worry of driving home. ph. 5989 0201
glance this may seem difficult,
is, or what it is all about.
the french Islanders have got
This large island, (twice the area
the best of both worlds. They
of its sister island, Phillip Island
travel on the public transport
to the south) has a population
ferry which departs from Stony
of around 80, is a natural haven
Pt or Cowes for a short bay
for around 230 bird species,
cruise to the mainland or the
600 plants including 100 or so
island as the case may be,
native orchids, a large healthy
and when the visitors leave the
koala population and visitors are
islanders return to the rural life,
guaranteed great times. You can
tending their farms, helping their
cycle, bushwalk, take an french
neighbours or being involved in
Island eco Tour or bus tour,
community activities
or have a walking lunch with
french Island Llama experience.
Cycling and walking activities
However, don't expect
are also popular, with new
Mcdonalds, gas stations or
walking trails recently been
toilets around every corner,
created from near the jetty area
because that is what french
to fairhaven Parks Victoria
Island is not.
Camping Ground
french Island is 72% national
Park, has no made roads, mains
For more information ring
electricity or water (everyone
Parks on 131 963.
W: www.sunsetviews.com.au
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