RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Harrietville Shared Trail

The Poached Pear

What a sanctuary. This home is truly an oasis. You are welcomed into the home through an abundant garden alive with lustrous flowers, well established trees and an almost fairy like magic, all while being nestled on the banks of Bakers Gully Creek. The Poached Pear is 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a space for everyone in the family or group to claim their own private nook. It may be the spacious outdoor garden, elevated deck with private areas on either…

Wood Peak

You can not get much closer to the heart of Bright than this hidden gem, Wood Peak. Situated in a quiet side street, you would never know the hotels, restaurants and cafes of Bright are at your doorstep. Take a stroll to sample some of the region’s finest food and wine or enjoy the tranquility of inside/outside dining in your spacious townhouse. A morning coffee in the peaceful and private courtyard soaks up the morning sun, or an afternoon platter…

Adventure Guides Australia

Adventure Guides Australia (AGA) has been providing outdoor adventure tours in the Victoria High Country area since 1985. Their activity locations include Mount Buffalo National Park, Alpine National Park, Beechworth, Bright, Ovens River, King River, and Kiewa River. AGA offers a range of adventure tours such as Abseiling, Caving, Canyoning, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Kayaking, Hiking and Gold Panning. All tours are available on weekends, school holidays or by private arrangement. The team at AGA conducts educational, recreational and corporate adventures…

Reform Hill Myrtleford

Reform Hill in Myrtleford, approximately 3 hours’ drive north-east of Melbourne, is a popular spot for bushwalking with evidence of past mining and spectacular views of the Ovens Valley, Mount Buffalo and the Victorian Alps. Reform Hill Lookout Loop is one of several walking tracks around Reform Hill. The walk is 3.7km and takes approximately 1 to 4 hours. Start this walk from the Hume and Hovell Memorial, see the town’s original water storage basin and enjoy a beautiful backdrop…

Mount Beauty Bike Path

Mount Beauty to Tawonga Trail

Bright Mini Golf

You’ll be hitting a hole in one when you treat the family to a round at Bright Mini Golf. Upmarket and challenging in the best way, this beautifully laid out 18 hole course is a mirrored version of the current Bright Golf Course including undulations. Complete with practice putting green and golf shop supplying colourful putters and golf balls, you’ll be teeing off in style. Fun for kids, teens and adults, this aesthetically pleasing golf course fits right in with…

Mountain Monk Brewers

Nestled into the base of Mount Bogong, lies the picturesque township of Mount Beauty. In 2017, after being closed for two years, Mount Beauty’s local watering hole reopened its doors as West Peak Hotel. They wanted to create something more to really put their beautiful town on the map. With a passion for craft beer, in 2022, they decided to open up a 1,000-liter brewery on-site, utilising the region’s crystal clear mountain water and quality produce to make some delicious…

The Stelvio Villas

The perfect family getaway is waiting for you, or perhaps it is that cycling trip, or girls weekend or something else? The beautiful modern styling, spacious open layout and incomparable location make The Stelvio Villas that place you have been looking for for any special occasion – just one minute walk from Bright’s main street. Perfectly suited for a luxurious short getaway yet well equipped to accommodate a longer break if that’s what you’re looking for. The sunny, open-plan living…

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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