RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Kiewa River Trail
This is a four kilometres-return walk from the town of Mt Beauty, tracing the eastern bank of the lovely Kiewa River. This sealed walk path follows the Kiewa River (west branch) as it threads through the north end of the lovely town of Mount Beauty in the Happy Valley region. The walk trail begins just off the main Highway into town, but the scenery certainly improves as you pass farmland, shady groves, happy riverside campers (in warmer months) and then…
Montanya Holiday Retreat
Montanya is a charming holiday property nestled in Mount Beauty, Victoria’s high country, at the base of Mount Bogong. Located 31 km from Falls Creek and 35 km from Bright, it offers guests easy access to some of Victoria’s best recreational activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, gliding, golf, and swimming, all within glorious natural settings. The property is ideal for small groups and families. It features a main house with two bedrooms, an integrated bathroom/laundry, a dining area, and a…
Clara Luce
Everything in this home, from the designer linen to the extensive range of toys and games, has been chosen with one thing in mind: creating the most beautiful retreat for your family as possible. With four bedrooms, including a private master with ensuite, a spacious main lounge with wood fire, modern dining and well-equipped kitchen, your time together will be memorable and extremely stress free. The lounge room provides floor-to-ceiling glass dissolving the barrier between inside and outside. The glass…
Mountain View Holiday Retreat
Nestled amongst the trees along the West Ovens River in Harrietville, at the base of Mt Hotham Alpine Resort, Mountain View Holiday Retreat is the perfect place to relax and unwind in nature. Or if you are looking for adventure they are many amazing adrenaline activities to choose from nearby. Whether you take it easy or get active in the outdoors you will leave with a new appreciation of the beautiful alpine environment and an abundance of amazing memories that…
Fainter Falls
Fainter Falls are a must-see natural bucket list attraction located at Falls Creek in the Victorian High Country. This walk is located 1 kilometre past Bogong Village, just before the Bogong High Plains Road crosses the Pretty Valley Stream. Start the walk opposite the car park. Follow the signed walking track, which provides spectacular views of the Falls and the beautiful environment beside the wild river.
Mt Bogong Pack Horse Tour
Highest of High Country, featuring spectacular climbs and descents across the top of Victoria. Wild rivers, stunning views, secluded camps and diverse landscapes. The horses are a feature of this expedition, each of them our own bred and trained mountain horse, expertly matched to the rider. Each day the camp is packed up, loaded onto the packhorses and the journey continues. Riding is between 15 to 25 kilometres per day with opportunities for loping canters across open plains. Camps are…
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