Exquisitely furnished in a Victorian style, but undeniably modern with every convenience possible, this palace is the ultimate in luxury escapes.
The enormous house could keep you entertained by itself for months. A rumpus room complete with a pool/air hockey table, elevated chess board and full size flat-screen TV only begins the inside activities. For the more sedate, a plush living room adjoins the main living area with electric wood heater and wall-mounted TV, flanked by shelves stocked with books and ornaments and other treasures.
Bedding Configuration:
Bed 1 - King Bed with Ensuite Bed 2 - 2 x King Singles Bed 3 - 2 x Singles- Can be made into a King Bed on Request Bed 4 - 1 x Queen Bed
All bedding, linen and bath towels are provided. BYO river/pool towels.
Venture out to the Retreats own dream yard complete with swimming pool (operating in summer only), day bed, circular outdoor dining set and a stunning horseshoe lounge circling your own private fire caldron. Regardless of which wing you retire to, you will be amongst immaculate antique furnishings and stylish design giving a real sense of historic luxury. Ducted climate control ensures comfort no matter the weather, and the kitchen could almost be considered commercial, it is so large and well equipped
Paradise for kids or adults alike, this is the ultimate friends retreat or extended family home. With every luxury provided for, and every room lovingly furnished, you may never want to leave.
Additional Features
Luxury Amenities including Robes Premium tea, coffee and hot chocolate supplied Ducted heating & Cooling Outdoor firepit - Firewood not provided Microwave, kettle, toaster & coffee pod machine Two car garage Swimming pool (operating in summer only) with sun lounges .
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.
This property is a NO smoking, NO pet property.
Ask us today about our two bedroom cottage situated next door for larger groups.
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.
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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
About the area
Bright
Bright is home to this holiday home. Ovens River J15 Streamside Reserve and Ovens River J20 Streamside Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bright Splash Park and Wandiligong Maze and Cafe. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Ovens River J15 Streamside Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Ovens River J20 Streamside Reserve - 2 min drive - 3.8 km
Bright Visitors Centre - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
Bright City Clock Tower - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
Mount Hotham - 33 min drive - 59.0 km
Getting around
Albury, NSW (ABX) - 101 min drive
Restaurants
Bright Brewery - 4 min drive
Wandi Pub - 10 min drive
Riff Raff Bright - 4 min drive
Porepunkah Pub - 10 min drive
Basils - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool on 23 June 2026 start from AU$694, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool located?
This family-friendly Bright holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ovens River J15 Streamside Reserve and Ovens River J20 Streamside Reserve. Bright Splash Park and Centenary Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was a great mini break, enough rooms to spread out
Jessica K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you Jessica for letting us host your stay at Collins Retreat - 4 Bedroom home with Pool. We hope to see you back in Bright again. Kind regards, Bright Escapes Team
Close enough to the Snow and very close to the lovely town of Bright. Home was good for adults and kids. Lots of games, and really good set up.
Alex W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you for the lovely review Alex. We hope you will contact us again when next visiting Bright. Regards The Bright Escapes team.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Christian W.
21 July 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Unfortunately, our stay at this property was disappointing. The house had a persistent curry smell throughout the entire weekend, which made it quite unpleasant. The kitchen utensils were noticeably dirty upon arrival, which raised hygiene concerns. Additionally, the spa did not heat up properly, making it unusable for most of our stay. Perhaps most frustrating was the lack of communication — the property manager was completely unresponsive when we needed assistance, yet quick to reach out when it came to requesting more money for an extra guest. Overall, it fell well short of expectations.
The house was excellently appointed. It was like moving from our home to a replica. The only thing we thought could be better was some lamp light in the main sitting room would have been great. The overhead lighting was quite severe with no alternative.
The house was lovely enough that even if the weather didn’t accomodate we had enough entertainment at the house to keep us satisfied. The billiard table was a hit amongst me and my friends and the house itself was just exquisite. We’ll definitely be going back
We absolutely loved our stay at Collins Retreat. The house was very well appointed and the pool and spa was just fantastic! The whole area was unbelievably quiet. We will most definitely be back. Thanks for having our family in your lovely home.
The house is lovely. Fresh clean linen, spacious rooms. Our kids loved the arcade game and used the pool table too. Plenty of storage for bikes which we needed. Quite a few pantry staples provided which made a big difference
The spa and pool were not as advertised. The pool not heated. The spa did work but requires filling each time. I recommend you check both are operational if you intend on using them.
We wanted a location that provided everything so that we didn't necessarily need to go out to eat, etc.
As we had children with us, having a pool was perfect.
There was every comfort.
Lots of space. Very quiet. Beautifully decorated.
The house is very spacious, nicely decorated, with absolutely al you need inside. The kitchen was beautifully filled with ustensiles, cleaning product, and all plates you can think of. The backyard and the pool are very good to relax and enjoy sunny Bright. Communication was fast and easy. We hope to return soon and highly recommend the house.
stephanie g.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony R.
3 Feb 2019
Awesome with Pool in Bright
Loved it. Was so hot and the pool made the stay.
Anthony R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sonja Robnik
31 Jan 2019
Great house
Stayed here now 4 years in a row with the whole family. Fantastic with kids pool and spa fantastic as you can heat it. It could use a new firmer mattress in the main bedroom. Also would like a little bit more light I think maybe stronger globes , and a few kitchen utensils like a sharp knife and bottle opener. But still amazing
Thanks
Sonja Robnik
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
24 July 2016
Amazing and relaxing
We stayed here and found the House to perfect for a quiet getaway - It is very well appointed and everything you need is here. My only comment would be that a number of lights didn't work and also the Spa wouldn't heat up so we didn't use it. Other than that totally recommend this House its just so lovely.
Anonymous
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
3 Apr 2016
Excellent property!!
This is the most beautiful spot to get away! It is set up with everything you would ever need for the perfect getaway! We loved spending time in the pool and spa, even utilising it to watch the sunrise. Perfectly situated next to stunning mountains means 'quiet' and the most pretty views from every window. We endeavour to get back!!
Anonymous
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peta S.
20 Mar 2016
Brighter Days
Awesome accomodation. Lots to do at the house itself without stepping out the door! The pool and spa were the highlight during our stay.
Peta S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
31 Jan 2016
Excellent!!!!
Excellent!!! We are really happy with the house!!!
Anonymous
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
16 Feb 2014
The place to stay in Bright!
We thoroughly enjoyed our three day weekend at Collins Retreat. The house has been designed with the living and kitchen areas in the middle of the house and two bedrooms on either side of this central area. This is a perfect set-up for multiple families/couples travelling together. The games area provided hours of entertainment and the owners even leave you access to two bikes and helmets, a set of golf clubs and pool toys. The outdoor area comprising of a pool, spa, alfresco seating, BBQ and sunken seating area perfectly complemented the house. Quality appliances and furniture, 4 TVs, DVD players and stacks of DVDs, magazines, books, board games, extra linen, pantry staples, laundry detergents, toiletries you would expect in a hotel...the list goes on and on. We will definitely be back again and highly recommend this property!
Anonymous
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
16 Apr 2013
Beautiful....simply beautiful. A Perfect home for a comfortable and relaxing get-away!
Beautiful....simply beautiful. A Perfect home for a comfortable and relaxing get-away!
Anonymous
Verified
4/10 Poor
abhishek s.
15 Feb 2025
abhishek s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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