RESTAURANTS & CAFES
PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT
Quaff Wine Bar
Situated right in the heart of Mount Beauty, Quaff Wine Bar is all about the fantastic local wines that make this area special. They’re here to keep it simple – showcasing awesome wines and creating a laid-back hangout for both locals and visitors. No frills, just good drinks, good vibes, and a great time. They’re also serving coffee from 2:30pm until closing and plating up amazing local produce to snack on.
Hotham Sports Dinner Plain
Hotham Sports is your one-stop-shop located at Dinner Plain. They offer ski equipment, lift passes and resort entry for purchase as well as equipment hire especially tailored to your needs. Hotham Sports will make your snow holiday more convenient, enjoyable and memorable. Hotham Sports stocks snow gear to suit all ages from jackets to pants and beanies to gloves. They are also the official stockist of Hotham merchandise and souvenirs. Come in and visit during your next Dinner Plain visit.
Mount Buffalo View Apartment – Feathertop Winery
Escape to the Mt Buffalo View Apartment, a luxury retreat set within the stunning Feathertop Winery estate. Be captivated by floor-to-ceiling windows framing sweeping views of Mt Buffalo’s majestic peaks, snow-capped in winter for a magical touch. Indulge in the elegance of a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with Miele and Smeg appliances, complemented by a welcome hamper and fresh breakfast provisions. Relax by the wood fire heater, sink into the leather lounge, or unwind in the spa bath with Hunter…
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…
Hometown
A locals favourite, Hometown is a New York inspired neighbourhood wood-fired pizza spot. Here you will find proper pizza, share plates and an extensive drinks list. Hometown is the sister restaurant of Tomahawks.
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…
Great Alpine Walk 6 Day – Self-Guided
This self-guided independent walk has you trek over spectacular ridgelines, through valleys packed tight with Mountain Ash, high alpine forests and grassland and past snow-capped mountains. The sheer diversity of landscape and the glorious views as the track winds its way from Falls Creek via Hotham, Dinner Plain to Harrietville are just some of the highlights. Breath in the fresh alpine air as you take in the dramatic views from the breathtaking Razorback Ridge and Mt Feathertop. Climb the second…
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.
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.
MARKETS
FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES
