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River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub

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Enjoy an open plan setting with a wood heater for great ambience
We have just completely redone the bathroom for 2023
Exterior
Private kitchen
Lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Porepunkah, VIC
  • Bright Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bright Visitors Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd bedroom

2 Single Beds

main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub

Lovingly renovated cosy 2 bedroom 1 bathroom retreat ( please note - we have just redone bathroom completely for 2023) with full private Ovens river frontage at the end of a quiet court yet only 250 m away from Rail Trail Café, Porepunkah Pub and Punka Pantry at the base of majestic Mount Buffalo.

Enjoy your time in the light open plan living / kitchen area on our comfy couch or read a book on the Veranda or on a bench overlooking the river.
The expansive lawn out the back is a perfect place for kicking a footy with the kids or to play a game of Finksa.

Enjoy a glass of wine on the outdoor setting listening to the rippling sound of our own little creek cascading down to the river.
Or sit and enjoy your afternoon tea in the established garden at the front with stunning autumn colours that attracts a lot of native birds like Crimson Rosellas , King Parrots, Kookaburras etc.

In Winter enjoy the cosy open fire (wood provided) and stay warm in bed with an electric blanket (QS bed only). And there is always the reverse cycle aircon to heat up living area quickly and bar heaters are also supplied.

The entire property is for your own use and is on a 1560 m2 block

There is something to do for everyone in the beautiful High Country:

- swimming in the river or in some of the nearby water holes (Sinclair near Punka airfield)
- the area is a paradise for cyclists : we are only 200 m for the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail or the Mountain Bike park in Bright is only 9km away. There is also great MTB trails up in Falls Creek.
For road cycling its hard to decide what mountain to tackle first - Mt Buffalo just at our doorstep, Falls Creek over Tawonga Gap or Mt Hotham.
- in Winter choose to ski at Falls Creek / Hotham which is about 1 hr away or take the kids tobogganing / snow play up to Mount Buffalo
- If hiking if more your style there is endless opportunities at Mount Buffalo with waterfalls, Lake, rock boulders etc or in Alpine National Park with Mt Feathertop to name only a few
- Bright 18 hole country Golf Club is only over 1km away
- There is lots of great shops and cafes/ restaurants in Bright if you enjoy a browse.








Property manager

Judith Millinger
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Porepunkah

Located in Porepunkah, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Ringer Reef Winery and Bright Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Buffalo National Park and Canyon Walk. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Porepunkah, VIC

What's nearby

  • Ringer Reef Winery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bright Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Bright Splash Park - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bright Visitors Centre - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Albury, NSW (ABX) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bright Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beechworth Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gum Tree Pies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sixpence Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sir Loins Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River front retreat in a quiet court only walking distance from cafes and Pub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ringer Reef Winery, Hedonistic Hiking and Bright Golf Club. Mount Buffalo National Park and Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to shops and tourist sites Private, quiet and homely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Absolutely beautiful

The property is right on the river, nicely renovated, has everything you need and the owners are so lovely and helpful if you need them at all. Will definitely be staying again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

great place

very clean and nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! The river is beautiful and serene, this is a lovely spot to unwind. The hosts anticipated all possible needs guests may have and the property is very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis K.

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

very comfortable establishment, a good supply of basic cooking need very tranquail

very relaxing place and quite place, highly recommend as a retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay. Great location. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely renovated house with beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenton V.

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

Tranquil retreat

We were very fortunate to spend 2 weeks at this beautiful property and could have stayed a lot longer!! Super clean and had all the comforts and everyday essentials for a relaxing getaway. Set on a stunning, spacious property we enjoyed our time outdoors as much as we did indoors. The owners are exceptional and made our stay hassle free and truly memorable! Would highly recommend this beauty! Xx

8/10 Good

Nina X.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spot

Excellent location - easy to get to places like Bright and Mt Buffalo. Nice and private accommodation with pretty scenery nearby. Short walk to shops and cafes. The beds, however, were not very comfortable - they were firm but quite hard. The place was also very dusty in some spots like on top of the fridge or behind the TV cabinet. The cleaners need to be more thorough to make sure there's no dust floating around to create issues for people, especially those with respiratory issues.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family weekend

Everything you could possibly need in a lovely bush setting. Great communication from hosts. It’s obvious much love and consideration has gone into this property. Only feedback is overall cleanliness. The floors specifically needed a really good vac/ mop. Only really an issue with little ones playing on the floor! Overall however a great property. Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Luke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fireplace with no wood

A fireplace without suitable kindling and smaller start up logs is useless. No ambiance. No warmth. Two nights booked . There should be two nights worth of wood with all the fixings to get a fire going.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil L., Aurora, Canada

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

Perfect Alpine road retreat

We loved staying at Judith's home in Porepunkah, very cozy and well appointed. Great location for heading out to Beechworth and Bright environs for day trips and biking. Judith is an amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett T.

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

Relaxing

Cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Well worth the stay

The location of this cute little house was perfect. A walk to the main street and local cafe, and the relaxing river behind the property. Perfectly quiet, clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

A real gem

Was a lovely property. The heater kept the place toasty despite the winter outside. We loved it and would come again in a heart beat.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron G., Adelaide, Australia

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

Perfect!

Riverfront Retreat is true to its name. The location is excellent, perfect as a base for exploring the region and it is certainly a retreat; peaceful, comfortable, private and quiet. We were impressed with the presentation of the property; it was clean, well organised and generously stocked. The host, Judith, was great to communicate with; welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

A tranquil location with good amenities

Located in Porepunkah, this accomodation is on the river and is fully self contained. A peaceful location close to Mt Buffalo National Park and its many walks.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

A lovely property right on the river

We had a great stay - my partner fished and the kids and I floated down the river. Right in the heart of porepunkah and a short drive to Bright. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was stunning, the river at the back of the property was super relaxing to sit by and have a drink! Highly recommended! Only thing was couldn’t work out the tv channels
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved that the river was basically in the backyard. Property was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana S.

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

Autumn at its best in Porepunkah

Very enjoyable weekend stay in this cosy house. Fireplace, quiet location surrounded by nature, clean. We absolutely loved it. Communication with the owner was excellent, thank you Judith.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta C.

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

Lovely riverside retreat

A delightful abode in a great location. Judith was really easy to communicate with. highly recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Sabine J.

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

Perfect Location

We loved our stay. This property is in a quiet location with easy access to Bright and surrounds. The fire provided a beautiful cozy atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

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

Great spot

Comfortable, clean and well equipped unit. Close to town, coffee shops, walking tracks and playgrounds. Suited our family well and had everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

we had a very relaxing stay, the property was great

About the host

Hosted by Judith Millinger

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We always loved the High Country and the endless outdoor activities the area has to offer - from skiing , mountain biking , hiking and paragliding...not to mention all the wineries and it is heaven for us foodies as well.

Why they chose this property

We owned a successful holiday rental in Wandiligong (6 km from Bright the other way)
and then had the opportunity to buy this property with full river frontage and near Pub and cafes from our friend ....especially our teenage kids love the river.

Languages:

English, German

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