RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

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…

Cafe Fez Myrtleford

Café Fez presents a unique atmosphere – a treasure trove of twinkling Moroccan lanterns, silver teapots and colourful woven cushions. Featuring a traditional menu of Middle-Eastern favourites, an astonishing drinks menu carrying an array of teas, a great line-up of local wines and beer, and a quixotic array of cocktails, this chilled-out little gem is the perfect place to relax with a group or snuggle up to a partner in one of the low-slung cushioned booths. A dining experience is…

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…

Easter Pack Horse Adventure

A mountain of experiences with Bogong Horseback Adventures jammed into four days. Riding the best of the High Country, camping at the bushranger Bogong Jack’s hideout. Canter to the top of the Bluff where you can view Mount Feathertop and Mount Fainter at just over 6,000 feet. Ride onto Pretty Valley and the sweet pastures of the Bogong Brumbies. This ride offers spectacular views and delicious campfire meals. Then the expedition descends back into the Valley of the Kiewa via…

Walking Hiking in the Alpine National Park

Alpine National Park from Harrietville

Magnolia on Monash

This unique modern home offers the perfect space for your holiday experience. Fit for families or groups of friends wanting to bask in all that the property and the region has to offer. You will need to appreciate this homes flair for the contemporary. Design devotees will be drawn to the master bedroom, a dark and moody space that feels like a separate world to the rest of the home. The statement charcoal walls are however confined to the master…

Tronoh Dredge

Tronoh Dredge Walking Track

Road cyclists riding up Mount Buffalo

Myrtleford/Mount Buffalo

Food & Wine Day Out at Mount Buffalo National Park

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
Farmers market

MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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