RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

The Great Alpine and Lakes Adventure

Join WAM on their legendary five day, four night Great Alpine and Lakes Adventure in the Victorian Alps and Gippsland Lakes, along the iconic and breathtaking Great Alpine Road. From Skiing and Snowboarding Mount Hotham, Australia’s highest alpine village, snowshoeing to an eco village for a dinner experience, whale watching cruise from the southern most point of mainland Australia, kayaking the Gippsland Lakes to an island of koalas, bathing in the Metung Hot Springs with lake vistas, exploring ancient landscapes…

Lake Buffalo Road Ride

The Base Luxury Villas

The Base Luxury Villas in Harrietville offer luxurious comfort at one of two newly built villas with spacious inside and outside living, tall windows to take in the mountains and all the features you could need for ease and relaxation. The open plan living area features a wood fire and television, DVD player, Ipod as well as reverse cycle heating and cooling. Open out onto the huge deck with gas barbecue and setting or cook up a storm in your…

The Big Walk

The Big Walk

Top To Bottom Flight

Have you seen wings gliding low above town in the calm morning air? A Top to Bottom flight is the gentlest way to experience paragliding. Every season has its own advantages. In spring you will see waterfalls glistening off Buffalo. Summer, being in the air above Bright, brings a bit of reprieve from the hot days and in autumn, well, there’s no better way to see the tree colours than a glide over town. Late autumn and early spring may…

Myee Alpine Retreat

Myee Alpine Retreat – boutique accommodation for the ultimate nature experience – a peaceful base for exploring the mountains, valleys, and pristine waters or laze by the seasonal salt water pool. Myee, was a Bogong Moth woman in the Dreaming with beautiful coloured wings that lost her colours in winter to the alpine summer wildflowers. Guests have accommodation options to suit their needs, including one queen bed room; eight family retreat rooms (with a queen, single and a trundle bed),…

Wood Peak

You can not get much closer to the heart of Bright than this hidden gem, Wood Peak. Situated in a quiet side street, you would never know the hotels, restaurants and cafes of Bright are at your doorstep. Take a stroll to sample some of the region’s finest food and wine or enjoy the tranquility of inside/outside dining in your spacious townhouse. A morning coffee in the peaceful and private courtyard soaks up the morning sun, or an afternoon platter…

The Hurt Locker

For the serious athlete, this ultra-tough adventure course has been inspired by the gruelling SAS Selection and is designed to test your mettle. The Hurt Locker has been specially designed to reflect the conditions faced by SAS candidates. Whilst under the watchful eye of former Special Forces operators, you can expect to be cold, wet, hungry and both physically and mentally exhausted as you push yourself to complete the course. You will be confronted with a series of intense mental…

Abenaki

Location is the key for Abenaki – a newly updated, dog-friendly home away from home in the heart of Bright. Stroll to award winning cafes and restaurants or whip up a meal in your fully equipped kitchen with coffee machine and dishwasher. An open plan layout offers easy living, leading out to your relaxing sunroom. Perfect for your furry friend to relax in while you explore – there is even a doggy door leading to your fully enclosed, grassed backyard.…

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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