In addition to boat sales and maintenance, Inspire Marine also looks after the selling and leasing of marina berths within the Martha Cove precinct. Located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, we can provide you with the space and tranquility to enjoy your boating at the Southern end of Port Phillip Bay. This unique development is set back from the coast of Port Phillip Bay, providing Melbourne’s best all-weather safe harbour. Dock facilities include 24-hour security, water, power, free parking, boat fuel and sanitation access. Recent developments for the area include a state of the art boat yard and restaurant ‘Martha’s Table’ located on the boardwalk at the Martha Cove marina.
Martha Cove is home to both Hidden Harbour and Martha Cove Marina, the perfect secluded spot for boat berths on the Mornington Peninsula, just 50 minutes from Melbourne CBD.
Both visitors and locals on the Mornington Peninsula enjoy the wealth of activities on offer including; arts and cultural events, world class golf courses, markets, water sports, and marine activities. We have a range of wet berths for sale in both Martha Cove Marina and Hidden Harbour Marina. Both are exclusive protected harbours, featuring 24 hour security, free parking, ease of access to the water and other amenities.
About these exclusive marinas
Martha Cove’s Marina is one of the safest harbours on Port Phillip Bay, with the entrance located just between Safety Beach and Mount Martha. The wide and deep harbour entrance ensures there is plenty of space to navigate and the marina has a depth of 2.4 metres which is ideal for most large boats and yachts. To be on the safe side, keels should not be over 2.2 metres.
Hidden Harbour Marina is tucked away inside the Martha Cove harbour, and features three long pontoons full of berths, with ample parking, facilities and even a children’s playground right beside it.
Getting to Martha Cove by car
Located South-West of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula is known for its beautiful coastlines, food and wine, adventure trails, and thriving berth scene. The Peninsula is packed with arts, culture, marine activities, golf courses, events and markets, which locals and visitors have been enjoying for generations. Browse Visit Mornington Peninsula for more information on things to see and do.
Just five minutes from the M11 Peninsula Link, Martha Cove is nestled between Mount Martha and Safety Beach on the Mornington Peninsula.
If travelling from Melbourne CBD take the M1 Monash Freeway and join the M11 Peninsula Link for a simple under 60 minute journey to the harbour. From the South Eastern suburbs take the M3 Eastlink and M11 Peninsula Link that will have you at your boat in just 50 minutes. Take the Red Hill exit and Bruce Road to go directly to the marina.
Either way, you can escape the city and suburban crowds and be out on the water in less than an hour.
Frequently Asked Questions:
The main argument for buying is the financial rewards. The cost to buy versus overall costs of a long-term lease can end up being very similar. If you chose to purchase a berth, the main difference is you end up with an asset to own or sell and the capital appreciation that comes with ownership. For more information or advice on berth sales and leasing, contact 0421 082 410 or email ahoy@inspiremarine.com.au.
Absolutely, there are major benefits to buying a freehold berth sooner rather than later for investment purposes.
The Pier is ‘common property’ and is owned and maintained by the Body Corporation. The Body Corporation is a prescribed Owners Corporation and is governed by the Owners Corporation Act. This means the Body Corporate must have a maintenance plan for all common property, including the piers and other assets. This maintenance plan is re-assessed on a regular basis and funds are put aside for all maintenance/ replacement costs when they occur. All the details, including the available cash at the bank that the Owners Corporation has access to, are available in the Vendors Statement, which is provided to berth owners prior to signing a contract.
Yes, absolutely! Hidden Harbour Marina has a very advanced security camera system, which even has the ability to move, zoom and pan. It’s monitored 24 hours a day by the on-site control room, and can despatch a security vehicle or boat if they see anything out of the ordinary. The security office is located at 140 Pickings Road, so response times are fast. Security is funded by the Owners Corporation, enabled by Body Corporate fees.
The Owners Corporation look after the maintenance and security of wet berths on behalf of berth owners. This means berth owners don’t need to frequently visit the site, should they choose not to. Hidden Harbour Marina prides themselves on being one of the most secure spots for boat storage on the Mornington Peninsula.
Unlike a number of other options for boat berths on the Mornington Peninsula there is no club membership at Hidden Harbour Marina. When you buy a freehold berth, you gain access to all the available facilities. There is a small quarterly Owner’s Corporation Fee, which ensures facility costs, maintenance, insurances covering all common areas, and security are all covered.
The main feature of Hidden Harbour Marina is its tranquility and ease of access. The harbour entrance is 2.4 metres deep on low tide so it’s easy to come and go. To be on the safe side we recommend hull depths of no more than 2.2 meters.
The Mornington Peninsula is known for its beautiful coastlines, adventure trails and marine activities as well as its ongoing love affair with wine and gourmet produce. Less than an hour South-East of Melbourne, Hidden Harbour Marina allows visitors to take in the beauty of this stunning region and experience aquatic life further down the bay. You can take the opportunity to explore by boat any number of outstanding fishing spots and breathtaking scenery around the coast. Browse Visit Mornington Peninsula for more information on things to see and do.
Hidden Harbour Marina is located within Martha Cove, which is an exclusive, protected harbour away from the exposure of the open sea. Situated between Safety Beach and Mount Martha in a quiet and peaceful marina, berth owners can be confident their boat will be safe. There is a thriving and well-established community at Martha Cove, which is expanding all the time. There is also a retail precinct and boat yard.
Yes you can. Click here for more information on Hidden Harbour Marina leasing services. For more information or advice on berth sales and leasing, contact us on 0421 082 410 or email ahoy@inspiremarine.com.au.
If you are a boat enthusiast, searching for boat storage solutions or just after a wise investment opportunity, click through the links below for more information on purchasing, leasing and selling a berth in the Martha Cove precinct.
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