RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Tour of Bright – Criterium and Markets

The Tour of Bright is one of Australia’s most iconic cycling events, held in the beautiful alpine township of Bright, Victoria. Across three unforgettable days, the Tour brings together around 500 riders from across the country to test themselves on some of the most scenic and challenging roads in Australia. The event opens on Friday evening with a fast-paced Criterium through Bright’s town centre, creating an electric atmosphere for both riders and spectators, with market vendors and music, completing the…

The Vineyard Residence – Feathertop Winery

A welcome wine is yours on arrival as you are greeted to this architectural sensation. Featuring four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. Focused around indoor/outdoor living, it seamlessly connects the kitchen, living and dining areas with a multipurpose outdoor dining and pool area to one side and an outdoor alfresco lounge and Tuscan Inspired kitchen space to the other. The bedrooms however have been strategically placed away from these social spaces, for those who like to sleep in…

Cycling along Mount Beauty Pondage

The Kiewa River Trail

Dieudonne

Enjoy a truly relaxing getaway with the whole family at Dieudonne, a brand new luxuriously appointed cottage. Situated on the banks of the Ovens River, enjoy the view with with a glass of local wine. Boasting open plan living with flat screen television and DVD player, surround sound, free Austar and Apple television, as well as an electric log fire you will be well entertained. Free Wi-Fi is provided also. Whip up a family meal in your fully equipped kitchen…

Hedonistic Hiking

Hedonistic Hiking is a small company operated by experienced guides Jackie and Mick Parsons. For almost 20 years they have been offering all-inclusive luxury gourmet guided walking holidays in Victoria and Europe. In Australia the scheduled tours explore the Victorian High Country, the Grampians, the Goldfields Track and the Great Ocean Walk. The tour groups are small and friendly and the walking is enjoyably challenging. There is a support vehicle on most days enabling guests to walk as much or…

Bright Splash Park

Bright’s new natural themed splash park has opened up in Centenary Park, alongside Morses Creek, and is a great drawcard for families to Bright and surrounds over the warmer months. With design centered on the region’s mining heritage and natural environment, there are four splash pads, each designed to suit different age groups from toddlers through to teenagers. The surface of the splash pads is textured concrete. The park has been designed to suit graduating abilities, but parents still need…

Ashwood Cottages

Ashwood Cottages in Bright feature charming and comfortable self-contained accommodation with king size beds, king size spas and log fires – perfect for a romantic getaway. The cottages accommodate two to four guests (The Haven only). There is a guest laundry and a bike storage area. You will find modern cooking facilities including electric stove tops and convection microwaves (no ovens), fridge, freezers and dishwashers (except Fleurbaix). All cottages have decks with outdoor settings and barbecues to help you enjoy…

Mosaic Trail

Alpine Valleys Wine Region

On this tour of the Alpine Valleys you can tailor your visit to include four or five of the regions finest wineries and cellar doors. Pick up from your accommodation in the morning is around 10:00am and drop off around 5:00 – 5:30pm. Experience a range of the boutique wineries that surround Rutherglen including: Touring in a comfortable spacious air-conditioned 11-seater bus, or the Mercedes Valente with sunroof, limousine style seating and scenic windows takes up to seven passengers. Still…

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?

CELLAR DOORS

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.

Spring Tunes, Picnic Vibes at Ringer Reef
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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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