Title: Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=61479925&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. Holiday home in Bright with fireplace ## Photo gallery for Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. (BRIGHT)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61480000/61479925/0b513b1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. (BRIGHT)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61480000/61479925/c138cd7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, Netflix, books - Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. (BRIGHT)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61480000/61479925/7a9345ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. (BRIGHT)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61480000/61479925/w1915h1080x5y0-1b8f13bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. (BRIGHT)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61480000/61479925/3664fc85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Bright, where this charming home on Mill Road beckons with a serene outdoor setting, featuring a Weber BBQ and firepit. Unwind in the spacious open-plan living zones or cozy up by the Glenrowan stone wall woodfire. ## Reviews 2.0 ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. Located in the heart of Bright, amid the beautiful tree lined Mill Road and gazing over the Historic Railway Station. Here you will fall in love with an impeccable home on the doorstep to the iconic, Rail Trail and Green Belt. While only 350m from the main street, it remains within a quiet cul-de-sac. Within walking distance to shops, restaurants, the rail trail, river and numerous walking trails. Outdoor tranquil living may be an entertainer's delight, while utilising the Weber BBQ, relax around the outdoor setting, with both paved and decked areas that surround a firepit. Unfolding inside, be charmed by the cosy featured, Wood Fire encased by Glenrowan stone wall. A spacious open plan with two vast living zones, allows a separation between kids and adults, if that is your desire. Bedrooms - Bedroom 1 - (Master) Queen Bed, ensuite, ceiling fan Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed, split system and ceiling fan Bedroom 3 - Double Bed, panel heater and ceiling fan Bedroom 4 - 2 x bunk beds, panel heater 2 extra single sofa beds beds available. Main Bathroom - Bath, vanity, shower, separate toilet. \- Ducted heating and cooling \- Woodfire and firepit \- All linen provided \- Wi Fi \- Netflix and Foxtel Pricing for this property is based on a 4-person base rate. Additional guest sur-charge per person per night applies. Wifi: Whilst we do anticipate Wifi will be available during your stay, it is not guaranteed. Wifi availability is dependent on the network provider. Bright Escapes will not be held accountable for network errors. \* Property is pet friendly by arrangement (small dogs only) - Please contact the office prior to booking \* If pets are permitted, there is a one-off pet fee per pet of $50-00, with a maximum of 2 pets permitted. \* pets cannot be left unattended at the property \* \* Please note firewood for heating is supplied from the 1st of May until the 30th of September. You will be supplied with an allocation of 1 night's firewood, if extra wood is required you will need to purchase it yourself. The property does have ample heating inside besides the wood heater \*. For further details and photos, including floor plan, please visit .brightertimesbright.au Bunk Beds: \*Please note: Due to OH&S and the safety of our cleaning staff, bunks at the property won’t be made up on arrival, the appropriate linen will be left folded up at the end of the bed\* Cleaning Policy For any cleaning issues, we ask that you report any concern with 24hrs of arrival to the office. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. For weekends, please report any issues to our afterhours mobilewith 24hrs of arrival. We will require photo evidence to support any claim. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Netflix - Streaming services - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95710000/95707900/95707853/9e4f3a73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Punkah Cottage: 3 BR, 1BA Porepunkah, Sleeps 6 Porepunkah - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=95707853&PinnedHotelID=95707853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31060000/31055700/31055655/cf6e11a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belle of Bright - Located close to river and town precinct BRIGHT - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=31055655&PinnedHotelID=31055655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106190000/106181200/106181123/bfce6b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beinn Bhreagh - Dinner Plain Dinner Plain - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=106181123&PinnedHotelID=106181123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101285500/101285431/40dd44d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tradesmans Cottage One Porepunkah - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=101285431&PinnedHotelID=101285431&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101285500/101285435/4086a063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tradesmans Cottage Two Porepunkah - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=101285435&PinnedHotelID=101285435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95234400/95234311/e64ef759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kookarrunga - resort style family home Porepunkah - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=95234311&PinnedHotelID=95234311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31060000/31055600/31055519/bd4e5cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Warrina - Overlooks Ovens River and five minute walk into town Bright - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=31055519&PinnedHotelID=31055519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120330000/120320200/120320163/8d326914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tanglewood - Dinner Plain Dinner Plain - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=120320163&PinnedHotelID=120320163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121710000/121710000/121709935/c10298d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cool Runnings - Dinner Plain Dinner Plain - Hot tub - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=121709935&PinnedHotelID=121709935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### 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 allowed Service animals are welcome, and 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Brighter Times Bright, Vic 105\_99 Brighter Times - Bright, VIC Bright Brighter Times - Bright, VIC Private vacation home Brighter Times - Bright, VIC Private vacation home Bright ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.73109%2C146.95730&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dnXATfm5R2sLwkDuKpj0eUtc9c0=) BRIGHT, VIC #### What's nearby - Valley View Walking Trail \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Bright City Clock Tower \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Centenary Park \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Bright Visitors Centre \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Bright Splash Park \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Sixpence Coffee - ‬8 min walk - ‪Bright Brewery - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Sweet Retreat - ‬6 min walk - ‪Riverdeck - ‬11 min walk - ‪Coral Lee - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm.? ### What time is check-in at Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm.? ### What time is check-out at Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm.? ### Where is Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Brighter Times - A private Haven, a place of calm. Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dean J. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place short on hot water Great place, great location. Just not enough hot water. Property accommodates 10 adult but only enough hot water to shower 4\. Received an email an hour before check in with information that the hot water only heats up overnight. Arrive home after a great day skiing having no hot water, even after following the lengthy instructions of finding the outside meter box in the cold and dark to find a button to press for 5 seconds. Bright escapes have so many other better properties just not this one! Regards Dean ##### Dean J. 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