Pond Bathhouse brings boutique wellness to Mornington Peninsula
Just an hour from Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula has welcomed an exciting new sanctuary for wellness seekers: Pond Bathhouse. This boutique bathhouse is redefining how Melburnians can relax and recharge, combining modern wellness practices with the charm of history in a truly unique space.
Pond Bathhouse is housed in a beautifully restored 1863 heritage building, once St Peter’s Church of England Vicarage. The landmark, one of Mornington’s earliest constructions, has been reimagined into a light-filled, modern retreat that retains its character while offering state-of-the-art wellness facilities. Its design blends natural textures, minimalist architecture, and calming spaces, ensuring every detail invites guests to slow down.
Unlike larger, busier spas, Pond Bathhouse has a strict limit of only 16 guests at a time. This approach creates an intimate environment where visitors can truly embrace the ritual of bathing and communal wellbeing without the distraction of crowds. It is designed to encourage connection, presence, and balance.
The wellness experiences at Pond Bathhouse are carefully tailored. Guests can immerse themselves in magnesium baths known to ease muscle tension, refresh in invigorating ice plunges, and cycle between infrared and traditional saunas. The steam room offers deep cleansing benefits, while massage therapies provide another layer of relaxation. Each element has been designed with health and recovery in mind, drawing on proven benefits of hot and cold contrast therapy, stress relief, and improved circulation.
Founder Dr Sally Shaw brings decades of experience as a local GP and entrepreneur. Known for operating the award-winning Enchanted Adventure on the Mornington Peninsula for 25 years, she continues to run medical clinics across Victoria. Her philosophy is that true wellness extends beyond treating symptoms. As she explains, it is about nurturing the mind, body, and soul in unison. This ethos has shaped the creation of Pond Bathhouse, ensuring it feels both restorative and purposeful.
Visitors can choose from two-hour bathing sessions or indulge further with tailored massage packages. Gift vouchers and multi-session passes are also available, making it an ideal experience to share with loved ones. Whether it’s unwinding after a busy week, recovering post-training, or simply enjoying time with friends, Pond Bathhouse provides a refined approach to self-care.
Mornington Peninsula has long been a destination for relaxation, but Pond Bathhouse offers something distinctly different: a slower pace, a boutique scale, and an environment that feels personal and thoughtfully curated. For those seeking a retreat close to home, Pond Bathhouse is already shaping up to be a must-visit address for wellness
Visit Pond Bathhouse
📍 Address: 1 Ross Street, Mornington, Victoria 3931
📞 Phone: (03) 5902 5458
📧 Email: hello@pondbathhouse.com.au
🌐 Website: www.pondbathhouse.com.au