our history

from the Japanese Alps to the Mornington Peninsula, this is where our story with water began

A drone shot of the Hilltop pool in the Bath House

Peninsula Hot Springs journey was inspired by global bathing and driven by passion

Peninsula Hot Springs originated with two brothers: Charles and Richard Davidson. In 1992 Charles, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Peninsula Hot Springs, had a transformative experience while bathing deep within the mountains of Japan at Kusatsu Onsen, inspiring him to envision a more pronounced bathing culture in Australia.

After visiting Japan in 1992, Charles developed a passion for hot springs bathing and contemplated whether outdoor baths could be established in Australia. He believed that the historic bond between nature and humanity might help others attain harmony of body and mind. Upon his return, Charles discovered that hot geothermal waters had been found on the Mornington Peninsula in 1979. By 1997, he and his brother had established Peninsula Hot Springs.

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A young woman in the Falling Massage pool

our water story

Inspired by the sand-dunes and bushland of 42 acres on the Mornington Peninsula, Charles and Richard Davidson celebrated when 54 degree hot mineral waters gushed from an underground aquifer. Water is at the heart of our story, but where did our passion begin? Continue reading to explore our full water journey.

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our bathing experiences

The bathing experiences across our site are inspired by moments like Charles bathing amidst the Japanese mountains. From Nordic cleansing rituals to traditional Chinese Medicine wellness practices, you'll discover global inspiration throughout our Bath House and Spa Dreaming Centre.

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