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Where to Stay in Bright

Huggins Lookout - Bright, Victoria
Huggins Lookout – Bright, Victoria

 

With around 30,000 tourism beds in the Alpine Valleys region of Victoria, there is certainly no shortage of places to stay when visiting Bright. In fact, the hardest part about choosing where to stay is navigating the bounty of options to find the accommodation that best suits your needs. From camping to family-friendly stays, secluded luxury villas and boutique alpine cottages, navigate where to stay with our insider’s guide to Bright’s best accommodation.

Boutique & Luxury Stays

Explore the pristine alpine scenery by day, while sipping local wines. By night, after indulging in the vast array of incredible local produce and a long day of exploring, head to your restful haven and bed down in one of these luxury stays.

Haus and Heim Accommodation photo collage

Nestled among the scenic hills of Porepunkah, The Tradesman’s Cottage One is a meticulously renovated 1950s timber mill worker’s cottage, blending contemporary comforts with nostalgic charm. Nearby, The Tradesman’s Cottage Two, with a stonemason frontage, pays homage to the area’s timber mill heritage. Smithy Lane, a warm quaint cottage, perfect for a romantic getaway or family retreat. The Bright Haus, perched atop a hill overlooking the Bright valley, redefining luxury living with breathtaking panoramic views. Contact holly@hausandheimaccommodation.com.au or visit their website – https://hausandheimaccommodation.com.au/

The View Bright - photo credit: Bright Boutique Accommodation
The View Bright – photo credit: Bright Boutique Accommodation

Blessed with a fabulous outlook and location, offering a truly luxurious stay for couples in the Bright township. Offering stunning, uninterrupted views of the Upper Ovens Valley and Mount Bogong, whilst retaining privacy and seclusion, in luxurious surroundings. For more information contact Bright Boutique Accommodation or visit their website – https://www.brightboutiqueaccommodation.com.au/the-view

Mt Buffalo views between Eurobin and Porepunkah
Mt Buffalo views between Eurobin and Porepunkah

Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the Ovens Valley at this luxe getaway set on a working Angus cattle stud located near Porepunkah. Accommodation is in one of three luxuriously appointed houses – Cavedons Kilnhouse, Chinaman’s Kilnhouse and The Sorting Shed – all with impeccable modern design, fully appointed kitchens and stylish, open living spaces framed by stunning scenery. For more information visit their website – https://www.kilnhouse.com.au/

Family-friendly Stays

With loads of child-friendly activities from cycling to hiking and farm visits, plus plenty of green space, Bright is the ideal family holiday destination.

Bright Boutique Accommodation - photo credit: Little Brother Media
Bright Boutique Accommodation – photo credit: Little Brother Media

‘Find your something special’. Experience the distinct seasonal changes our region has to offer as well as explore the wonderful attractions that surround us, with Bright Boutique Accommodation. With unique properties offering a memorable, one of a kind experience, for a memorable family holiday to a romantic getaway and everything in between. This range of holiday rentals are all fully self-contained and are guaranteed to impress. Visit their website for more information – https://www.brightboutiqueaccommodation.com.au/find-your-something-special

Camping and Caravan Parks

Enjoying Billy Button Wine while caravanning

There are about 10 or so Caravan parks around Bright and the neighbouring town of Porepunkah. Most cater for camping and caravans along with onsite cabin options and have plenty of facilities for kids.

The Tasman Holiday Park, Bright sits on Mountbatten Avenue just down from Centenary Park from our Billy Button Cellar Door in a charming natural setting. It’s a stone’s throw from the town center, cafes, restaurants and nightlife, and is a perfect base to explore the alpine region. From here, it’s a short drive to popular bushwalking and mountain biking destinations, including Mount Buffalo (30 minutes) and Mount Hotham (90 minutes). Choose to stay in a villa, cabin, townhouse or soak up the great outdoors on a caravan site or camping site (visit their website for all options). For more information visit their website – https://tasmanholidayparks.com/au/bright/

Lake Catani is an adventure- and nature-lover’s paradise. For an unforgettable experience, we recommend this idyllic campsite on the Mount Buffalo plateau, which has 49 dedicated sites and toilet facilities on the banks of the serene Lake Catani. Set among picturesque Snow Gum woodland, this family-friendly camping spot has sites for small caravans and campervans, car camping and tents only. Walk-in campsites provide campers with even quieter surroundings. Find out more about this national park’s beautiful camp site here – https://visitmountbuffalo.com.au/camping/lake-catani-campground/

Mt. Buffalo gorge
Mt. Buffalo gorge from Crystal Brook Falls
  • Hike-in camping

For the more adventurous, there are a few hike-in campgrounds in the nearby Mount Buffalo National Park. Rocky Creek Hike-In Camping Area is accessible along Rocky Creek track, located approximately 6.5km from the Reservoir Picnic Area. Mount McLeod Hike-in Camping Area is accessible along Mt McLeod track, located approximately 8km from the Reservoir Picnic area. At both, we’re talking off-the-grid with five unpowered campsites and a pit toilet at each. Campsites accommodate a maximum of two people each, fires are prohibited (use fuel stoves only), water is available from nearby creeks, and advanced bookings are essential.

Bright Centenary Park looking towards Bright Riverside Holiday Park
Bright Centenary Park looking towards Bright Riverside Holiday Park

 

Heading to Bright? Don’t forget to add a trip to the Billy Button Cellar Door to your trip. It’s centrally located with a range of delicious cheese and artisan products on offer, not to forget all of the regional wines for you to discover. We were awarded 2020, 2021 and 2022 Gourmet Traveller WINE, Star Cellar Door and Best Cellar Door in Alpine Valleys, not to mention being awarded as a 5 star winery in the Halliday Wine Companion every year since 2020 – come and see why for yourself!