RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

The Kilnhouses

Staying at the kilnhouses is a unique experience where contemporary luxury and design is combined with the stunning beauty and history of the Ovens Valley High Country. Cavedon’s and Eurobin Kilnhouse are at once simple, sophisticated, contemporary and luxurious. Utilising the original tobacco kilns built on the farm, each house boasts soaring ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, polished concrete floors and contemporary fittings. The Sorting Shed is impressive in both size and ultimate luxury, this two-storey design even has its…

Rollasons Falls

The Rollasons Falls Picnic Area marks the beginning of the Rollasons Falls Track and provides the perfect starting or finishing point for your trek up to the falls. Rollasons Falls Track is a short 3 kilometre return track consisting of upper and lower viewing points of the falls. Starting at the Rollasons Falls Picnic Area, the well-formed track winds its way down to a t-intersection; heading left to the upper falls and right to the lower falls. Facilities: Tables, toilets…

Punkah Pantry

Punkah Pantry is a licensed café and providore in the heart of Porepunkah, perfectly placed across the road from the Ovens River and right by the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. It’s an easy-going place to pause and refuel, whether you’ve just finished a swim in the river, rolled in on two wheels or are out exploring with the family. Kids can celebrate the day with a gelato or milkshake, while grown-ups settle in with freshly roasted Commonfolk coffee or…

Sheppard Townhouse

Raising the bar to a new level of Australian contemporary twin-level accommodation, Art House Townhouses Bright offer an uncompromised, luxury designer living experience. Situated in the heart of Bright’s food, wine and distillery district, Sheppard is one of four luxury appointed townhouses offering a new standard in designer penthouse comfort in Bright. Named after contemporary artist Margie Sheppard. Margie Sheppard’s new paintings and etchings show a transition to the simplest forms, leaving behind the figuration of her previous work. Simplicity…

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…

Mosaic Trail, Myrtleford

This scenic sealed loop can be started from within the Myrtleford township or be included as an addition to the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. The main portion of the loop runs from Rotary Park to Apex Park and follows the Ovens River closely as it passes through native bush and crosses the river twice. The Ovens River Trail is sometimes referred to as Myrtleford’s Mosaic Trail, one of town’s star attractions. Two friends, affectionately known as ‘The two Crackpots’…

Hoys Mt Hotham Snow Chain Fitting Service

It is a legal requirement to carry snow chains between Harrietville and Omeo during the declared snow season and fit them when directed. Hoys Mt Hotham Snow Chain Fitting Service is a mobile fitting and removal service operating on the Great Alpine Road. This service operates when there is snow on the road and chains are required to be fitted during the snow season. This mobile service is located in the designated chain bay – depending on the snow conditions…

Club Wyndham Dinner Plain

Club Wyndham Dinner Plain boasts alpine charm and rustic elegance and provides the perfect alpine base to combine wilderness adventures with impeccable hospitality and superb food and wine. Snuggle up in the beautifully appointed classic guest rooms, sit back and enjoy the ambience of the lounge bar by the open fire. Indulge in local delicacies in the restaurant and enjoy a cold beer under the snow gums. Dinner Plain is located only 10 kilometres from the highest point of The…

Ray’s Ski Shop

If you are heading to the snow this winter, grab everything you need at Ray’s Ski Shop. Pick up your lift tickets, ski and board hire, chains, and snow gear at Ray’s on the way through to Falls Creek or Hotham so that you’re ready to hit the slopes as soon as you arrive. You can find Ray’s Ski Shop in Myrtleford; the gateway to Victoria’s Alpine resorts, approximately 90 minutes from Mount Hotham and Falls Creek.

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.

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MARKETS

FRESH PRODUCE & ARTISAN WARES

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