4.5 star, 3 bedroom Bright accommodation for the discerning visitor, 660m to Bright CBD
Frequently Asked Questions (about our Bright Accommodation)
How long does it take to get to Bright?
Melbourne 3.15 hours from the city
Melbourne Airport 3.15 hrs
Albury Airport 1.15 hrs
Albury/Wodonga 1.15 hrs
Sydney 8 hrs
Canberra 5.5 hrs
Geelong 3.45 hrs
What are check-in and check-out times?
check in is from 3pm but we text you if it is ready earlier
check out before 10.30am for bookings of 1-4 nights
check-out before10am for bookings of 5 nights or more
Can one couple book any cottage?
Yes for week nights only although larger abalina-on-thompson does not have special rates for a couple. Couple rates (wihout infants) are for the use of the main bedroom and ensuite only with the rest of the living areas.Infants are not included in the couple special.
Do you have the Internet connected?
A plug in wireless modem works well in Bright. We also have two wireless Internet modems available. However this needs to be organised befre your stay so they can be set up when the cottage is prepared for your stay.
Wireless Internet at $10 per night of your stay for an overage of 100mb per night and a 10cent per mb charge for usage over this limit. After a number of guests used over 900mb over a couple of days we have unfortunately had to introduce tighter rates. Just turn on you laptop and enter the password we give you. To pay for this when you book online, just select Wireless Internet from the the services section and put in the number of nights you are staying. If you don't have a laptop, we have paid Internet services at the library, and both visitor centres. Also there is free wireless Internet at Bright Brewery with beer or wine purchase (we give you two for one vouchers at the Brewery as well).
How many guests can stay in each cottage?
- abalina 1-on-rotary sleeps 6 (2 queen beds and 2 king single beds)
- abalina 2-on-rotary sleeps 6 (2 queen beds and 2 king singles)
- abalina on thompson sleeps 6 (2 queen beds and 2 king singles)
One child under two in cot is $10pn. Porta cot and high chair available at no extra charge. Towels are provided. A maximum of 6 guests (children, adults and infants) in any cottage with one porta cot as well.
D0 you provide porta cots and high chairs?
Yes these are provided at no extra charge.
Do you take pets?
Unfortunately we do not take pets but can recommend others that do.
Do you accept children?
All cottages take children who are well catered for with cots, high chairs, plastic plates and cups, DVDs and enclosed courtyards.
What are extra guests charged?
After the first 2 guests, children are charged at $20pn. One child under 2 in a porta cot is charged $10pn. 3rd and 4th adult guest $40pn and 5th and 6th guest $20pn.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is an additional add-on service.
Breakfast is available on the first morning for $30. It is suitable for a larger group for one morning or a couple for several mornings. It consists of consists of natural muesli and Sustain, 2 litres orange juice, 2 litres milk, yogurt, cling peaches, raisin toast, butter and jam. This can be varied to suit all tastes.
How far are the cottages to town?
It is approximately 650 metres from the Rotary Drive cottages to town (along beautiful Cobden St). The footpath is wide and level, which makes it easy for walking and suitable for scooters. It will take about 7 minutes to walk to the top of town where the cafes, bakery, shops and restaurants start. As there is a very limited taxi service in Bright, you can safely walk to and from our many restaurants after drinking our great cool-climate wines. Also, during busy periods, it is very difficult to get a park in the CBD area. It is also about 650m to town from the abalina -on-thompson either through the caravan park along the creek or along beautiful Delany Avenue.
What payment methods do you take ?
Payment may be made by direct deposits, Visa Card, Mastercard (not American Express or Diners Card) and cheques . There is a 1.75% charge on credit card transactions. Cheques are to be deposited straight into our account to confirm the booking. Phone or email for details on direct deposits and cheque payments.
How do the packages work?
The packages are add-ons. These can be selected under "services" when you book online (except tours).
What is the weather like in Bright?
Except for the drought, which has now broken in Bright, we have rain each month, and this keeps the town fresh and green, and the rivers and creeks flowing. Unlike Melbourne, we rarely experience strong winds as we are surrounded by mountains, so, in winter, we don’t really have a chill factor. As the usual summer temperature at night is only 11 degrees it pays to bring a jumper. Winter is one of my favourite seasons (and I am a former Queenslander) as we don’t have biting winds and the days are beautifully sunny, and lovely for walking. Gloves are needed in winter however for those who like to get out and about early, and for the odd very cold day. From autumn to spring, as the days are sunny and the shops heated, it is best to dress in layers.
www.weatherzone.com.au| Month | Daily minimum (C°) |
Daily Maximum (C°) |
Number of days of rain |
Monthly rainfall (mm) |
| January | 10.9 | 29.2 | 6.9 | 71.0 |
| February | 11.4 | 29.5 | 6.1 | 53.0 |
| March | 8.9 | 26.3 | 7.1 | 57.5 |
| April | 5.9 | 21.4 | 8.1 | 72.1 |
| May | 3.9 | 16.5 | 11.7 | 105.1 |
| June | 1.8 | 12.9 | 13.6 | 116.8 |
| July | 1.5 | 12.0 | 16.8 | 136.5 |
| August | 2.2 | 13.5 | 17.3 | 138.7 |
| September | 3.6 | 16.5 | 14.4 | 124.4 |
| October | 5.6 | 20.3 | 12.2 | 104.9 |
| November | 7.5 | 23.8 | 10.6 | 83.3 |
| December | 9.7 | 26.9 | 8.3 | 75.8 |
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Statistics provided by Bureau of Meteorology |
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Are you near the ski fields?
We are near Mt Hotham (approximately 50 minutes without chains), Falls Creek (1 hr 10 minutes without chains) and Mt Buffalo (45 mins without chains) - . You can stay more cheaply in Bright and get a bus or a tour company to take you to the ski fields or drive yourself. Chains need to be carried to all mountains and fitted when sign posts direct you to. Cross-country ski tours can also be organised. All equipment can be hired from our many ski shops in Bright or Porepunkah. For snow hire prices and links, snow information and bus timetables please look under activities and tours.
Is there a reception at this Bright accommodation to collect our keys?
No. We will advise you where to collect the keys in your confirmation letter. It is then a seelf check-in.
How are we to leave the cottages on departure?
On departure please leave all used towelling and robes on the ensuite or bathroom floor. The dishwasher should be stacked and turned on, air conditioning turned off, windows closed and keys left on the kitchen bench. The cottages should be left in a tidy condition with all items returned to their original position. Last minute cups etc. can be left for your host to wash up.For those on discounted children's rates, weekly booking or pay 2/stay 3 and Pay 3/stay 4 rates it is aliso expected that the kitchen and dining areas are left clean or a $50 cleaning fee can be left on the breakfast counter to cover the same.
Do you supply tea and coffee?
Yes - very generous provisions sufficient for your stay. This includes milk, plunger coffee, instant coffee,and several varieties of tea (English breakfast, Liptons Yellow Label, and green tea). There is sugar and low joule SPLENDA tablets.
What kitchen facilities are there?
There is a full kitchen with pantry, oven, microwave and dishwasher. There are fry pans, a set of saucepans, a stick mixer, a toaster, an electric kettle, a rice cooker, mixing bowls, a pizza plate and server, pasta serving bowls and plates, salad bowl and tongs, microwave bowls, cheese knife, baking dishes, lemon squeezer, utensils, serving and nibble plates, spices, salt and pepper grinders (cracked pepper and salt crystals) lite salt, cooking oil (spray) tomato sauce, plain flour and corn flour. There may also be other provisions left behind by previous guests. An electric kettle is in the courtyard with BBQ tongs etc. For those who like their wine there are good quality red and white wine glasses and tall beer glasses as well as ones that fit more easily in the dishwasher.. There is a champagne opener and cork stopper as well.
What happens if we have to cancel our booking?
Provided that a cancellation occurs more than 30 nights prior to the booked date of arrival, the deposit (i.e. 50% of the total tariff) is refundable, less a $50.00 administration levy.
If cancellation occurs less than 30 nights prior to the due date of arrival, we will endeavour to re-book the accommodation. If successful, the full payment will be refunded, less the $50.00 administration levy (for those who paid by credit card). If not unfortunately there will be no refund.
Transfers can be made only to times available and to the value of the original booking, and are at the discretion of the owner. Generally, no transfers can be made for bookings cancelled under 7 nights from arrivial and any transfers are at the discretion of the host. For transferred bookings, Any increase in tariff is to be covered by the guests but no refunds will be given. Usually for peak and popular periods such as the Hot Rod Weekend, long weekends, Melbourne Cup, Easter and Xmas holidays, transfers cannot be made from these dates although re-bookings are likely given sufficient notice.
If the balance payment is not received 30 days prior to arrival the host reserves the right to cancel the booking. The deposit will only be refunded if a successful booking is made (less $50 administration fee).
What if we need new towels?
A bath sheet and a spare towel are provided for each guest. These and sheets will be replenished every 7 days (our cleaner will change the sheets on the beds but, due to reduced weekly rates, will not undertake any cleaning unless guests want to pay her direct an an hourly rate ($22pn week days). Should you require additional towels, please phone us on 5755 1559 and these will be delivered to you. We are only 2 minutes away from abalina 1& 2-on-rotary and next door to abalina-on-thompson.
Pricing for longer stays
We have a Stay 5/Pay 4 week nights (Sun - Thurs) throughout the year, most off-peak periods of only $220pn for up to 6 guests for weekly stays and Stay 7/Pay 6 for peak weekly stays ($265pn for 6 guests in winter Victorian school holidays)
What if we break something
There is a flat $8 charge for crockery and glassware breakages. Other items need etc be discussed with the host.
What if we spill something on the carpets?
Please see your compendium for action to take. These days if prompt action is taken most stains can be removed easily. Please phone us if prompt action is needed.
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