The Beach
Rickett’s Point is perfect for small children because the water is so shallow. The teahouse has been revitalised in recent years so that you can enjoy a coffee a stone’s throw from the beach whatever the weather. The beach near the Beaumaris Lifesaving Club, which can be accessed from Dalgetty Road, is favoured by the locals.
Coastal Trail
Beaumaris was out in the country when 19thcentury artists Arthur Streeton, Charles Condor and Tom Roberts came to paint. Bayside Council has created a beautiful walk, the Coastal Arts Trail where you can view replicas of the famous paintings on the shoreline that the artists compared to the South of France.
The Concourse
This is the wonderful shopping area off Reserve Road, with no busy thoroughfare running through it. There is a good vegie shop, butcher, deli and fresh fish – what more could a foodie want? The cafes, boutiques and decorator shops reflect the area’s increasing wealth.
Golf Courses
This is the famous sand belt area of Melbourne with four golf courses only a short distance away. Two of the private courses are considered amongst the best in the world whilst the two public courses are available to everyone.
Sport
You’re spoilt for choice here. There are four large parks, the largest being McDonald Reserve (off-leash dogs allowed), tennis clubs, yacht and motor yacht clubs. Footy, cricket and soccer are serious participant sports and there are always the beaches for serious gentle walks conversation and relaxation.
Dining
You won’t be spoilt for a latte with the explosion of cafes in the past year or so. Try Malt or the Beaumaris Larder and Pantry in the Concourse. The Beaumaris Pavilion is good for people-spotting and there’s always Rickett’s Point Teahouse. For serious diners, Citrus at Beaumaris is your best bet and the Lobster Cave is an institution. There’s Zaika in Balcombe Road and “it’s good gear” says the Age.