RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Abenaki

Location is the key for Abenaki – a newly updated, dog-friendly home away from home in the heart of Bright. Stroll to award winning cafes and restaurants or whip up a meal in your fully equipped kitchen with coffee machine and dishwasher. An open plan layout offers easy living, leading out to your relaxing sunroom. Perfect for your furry friend to relax in while you explore – there is even a doggy door leading to your fully enclosed, grassed backyard.…

Hotel High Plains

Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Hotham Alpine Resort and Hotham Airport, Hotel High Plains is your premier, year round host, in the spectacular and unique Alpine Village of Dinner Plain. Their in-house Cobungra Bar and Stone’s Throw Restaurant provide exceptional dining experiences, and hospitality with personality, in a true, quintessential High Country aesthetic, filled with large open fireplaces, internal rock walls and huge natural timbers, that create a warm and inviting ambience. A carefully constructed, extensive wine list consisting…

Mt Buffalo Rock Climbing

Join Bright Adventure Company and discover the premier climbing locations around Mt Buffalo. Learn the art of granite climbing whilst being taught the necessary rope skills to keep each other safe. This family-friendly experience is sure to spark the climbing bug and create great memories for all involved. You will be in safe hands throughout your experience. Guides are fully qualified and all safety equipment meets the highest industry standards. This experience is provided by Bright Adventure Company

Ovens River Family Kayaking

This is a perfect way to see the Ovens River if you’d prefer a more relaxed trip. The tour runs for approximately three hours and we will paddle near Myrtleford taking in some great scenery with a couple of smaller rapids near the end. If the rapids look too wild it’s easy to portage around. Adults and confident kids can jump into their own single kayak, or those who’d prefer company can try a two-and-a-half seat kayak – great for…

Mount Beauty Skate Park

Situated by the Mount Beauty pondage off Lakeside Avenue, the Mount Beauty Skate Park is close to toilets, barbecues, seating, Mount Beauty Library and BMX track. Features: Ramps, Half Pipe and Rails. The reasonably sized concrete skatepark has been updated over the years to what we now know of it. The original older section of the skatepark remains relatively untouched and includes a skate bowl. The older section of the skatepark has your standard street features along with a mini…

Bank House

The Bank House – Original bank managers house located in the centre of town! This original heritage listed 1910 ‘s home is a step from the main street. High ceilings and large rooms give this property a welcoming feel. Fitted with retro inspired quirky furniture it will cater for your getaway with friends or family perfectly. Welcome to this holiday house situated in the heart of town, offering the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. This home features three spacious…

The House at Smoko

Set amongst gardens on 28 acres of lush grazing pasture and bush, and with majestic Mount Feathertop as its imposing backdrop, this architectural gem – styled on the traditional tobacco kilns of the region – offers you the peace and simple pleasures of rural like, yet all a stone’s throw from Bright and Harrietville. The House at Smoko allows you, your family and friends to fully immerse in the best of Victoria’s High Country. You’ll have front row seats to…

The Wooden House

Jam packed with treasured pieces and unique spaces all handmade by the owner, this three-bedroom two-bathroom home is certainly one of a kind. Decks to the north and south provide for covered indoor/outdoor connections and effectively double the living area of the house. The secure backyard means plenty of fun for the kids, so they can run free on the lawns or enjoy running through the sprinkler to cool down in summer. They are a proud Ride High Country preferred…

Black Mamba House

Modern luxury amongst the tall gums with stunning views to complete the experience is all on show at Black Mamba House. This uniquely stylish loft nestled in native bush land seamlessly fits into the landscape offering escapism and serenity – a short walk to the heart of Harrietville town centre. Set as a uniquely designed house, Black Mamba House can sleep two couples in spacious style or offer a choice of experiences to one lucky couple. Slide open the stacking…

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING BEVERAGES

A visit to Bright & Surrounds isn't complete without a taste of our local craft brews, fragrant gin, apples cider or moonshine.

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FARM GATES

PRODUCE RIGHT FROM THE SOURCE

Out here, we know where our food comes from. Want to know where the locals source the best fresh produce?

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TRY OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES

Crisp cool nights and warm summer days make the Alpine Valley one of the country's most delightful boutique wine regions.

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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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