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Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St

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A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a round wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A wooden picnic table with benches in a backyard with a barbecue grill and a tree with pink blossoms.
A two-story building with a flat roof, a gated entrance, and a sign indicating it is a holiday accommodation.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a parking area through a window.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a minimalist decor.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bright, VIC
  • Place, Bright City Clock Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bright Visitors Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Centenary Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the area

Bright

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bright Historical Society Museum and Centenary Park Streamside Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a Smart TV and a hairdryer are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Bright holiday home include Canyon Walk and Sew Bright Alpine Quilting.
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What's nearby

  • Bright City Clock Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bright Visitors Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Centenary Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bright Splash Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bright Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Basils - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Hotel Motel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Walk - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beechworth Bakery Bright - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St

Enjoy time with family at your impeccably styled & cosy retreat in Bright. You'll love the relaxed vibe and the proximity to everything Bright has to offer.

Key Features

+ Beautifully styled 3 bedroom home, sleeps 8 guests - maximum of 6 adults.
+ Easy access to the Rail Trail
+ 1 well behaved dog welcome
+ Cosy wood fire and ducted heating/cooling
+ Lock-up garage with hanging bike racks
+ Ideal for families with a lovely kids room for little ones

Living Area

+ Expansive open-plan living with ample light
+ Relax by the wood fire in the comfy lounge with Smart TV and free WiFi
+ Modern, fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials
+ Dining table and breakfast bar with stools

Bedrooms

3 stylish bedrooms with comfy beds and lovely bedding

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Single bunk x 2 (4 single beds)

All bedding, linen & towels provided

Bathrooms

+ Master bathroom with deep bath and spacious shower
+ Ensuite with double basin and walk-in shower

Outdoor Space

+ Front yard lawn area with BBQ
+ Picnic style table for outdoor dining
+ Fully enclosed yard
+ Pet friendly for 1 pooch

Additional Amenities

+ European laundry with washing machine
+ Close to Bright’s town centre via the Rail Trail, local wineries, and adventure activities
+ Firewood supplied

A stay at Manning Retreat with Alpine Valley Getaways offers >

Local & luxe Dindi Naturals bathroom amenities
Feel good, Low-tox cleaning products & supplies
Sustainably minded guest provisions & extras
Professionally laundered linens throughout
Personally curated itinerary building by request
A network of guest services to complete your stay
The confidence of booking with a dedicated Bright based team who are with you from start to finish

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Important Booking Details

This property is booked for you and only you however bedroom access is determined by guest numbers.

+ Exclusive use of the property for your group with bedroom access and price based on guest numbers.
1-2 guests offers 1 bedroom, 3-4 guests offers 2 bedrooms, 5-8 guests offers 3 bedrooms.

+ Extra bedrooms available for a small additional fee - Exceptions apply for bookings of 5 nights or more.

+ This property is suitable for a maximum of 6 adults (top bunks not suitable for adults).

Reach out to our friendly team for personalised arrangements

This property has a security camera at the driveway entrance, front yard and side areas

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St, but Bright Splash Park is a short 14-minute walk away.

Is Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St?

No, Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Bright and surrounding places are beautiful I won’t forget it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neat & cosy home, short stroll to town centre

Well appointed, very neat and cosy home, within a short stroll to Bright centre, via the beautiful rail trail. We loved our time there. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026