RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Olsen Penthouse

Situated in the heart of Bright’s food, wine and distillery district, Olsen – Penthouse is the largest of five luxury appointed townhouses offering a new standard in designer penthouse comfort in Bright. While exteriors evoke an ultra-modern European urban appeal mixing timber, stone, and steel; interior design styling is centered around the art, with soft furnishing tones and textures mimicking the colours and moods of the museum quality art hanging within. Olsen showcases interiors of limited-edition art prints, a large…

Harrietville – Out and Back

The Grove Estate

Step inside the unique foyer through to the open plan living and dining area and well-equipped chef grade gourmet kitchen with pantry, dishwater, double door refrigerator and large commercial grade stove and oven. There are plenty of thoughtful spaces from ready nooks to the impressive dining options inside and out, with the outdoor dining and couch seating overlooking the Olive Orchid. Enjoy the wood fire for ambiance and warmth on those stormy nights, sitting in the comfortable leather couches or…

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.

Leader Reef Luxury Accommodation

An ultimate stylish holiday home, nestled on the side of a hill in the beautiful town of Bright. Leader Reef is perfect for family or friends getaways wanting a high-end accommodation with amazing views across the mountains and still be within walking distance to town. Designed with luxury and relaxation in mind and every details thought of, this home is very clean, fresh, spacious and private. It is truly one of the best homes to stay in Bright. The house…

Myrtleford Museum

Great Alpine Walk 7 Day – Self-Guided

Few places in Australia offer such a diversity of pristine scenery and hiking options as the Victorian Alps. This inn-to-inn walk traverses striking landscapes of alpine forests, grassland, snow-blanketed mountains, precipitous ridges and high plains. The alpine hiking trails cover some of the most spectacular sections of the 700km Alpine Walking Track from Walhalla to Canberra. With each breath of fresh alpine air, the stresses of modern life will slowly be left behind. Take in dramatic views from the breathtaking…

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…

Hotel High Plains

Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Hotham Alpine Resort and Hotham Airport, Hotel High Plains is your premier, year round host, in the spectacular and unique Alpine Village of Dinner Plain. Their in-house Cobungra Bar and Stone’s Throw Restaurant provide exceptional dining experiences, and hospitality with personality, in a true, quintessential High Country aesthetic, filled with large open fireplaces, internal rock walls and huge natural timbers, that create a warm and inviting ambience. A carefully constructed, extensive wine list consisting…

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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