Title: Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St Vacation home in Bright with kitchen and fireplace ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/f4c170a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/faa4705c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/d791bdcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/bec7c303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/18fb991e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### 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 small well behaved dog welcome - unsecured yard \+ Cosy wood fire and ducted heating/cooling \+ Lock-up garage \+ 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 \+ Partially enclosed yard \+ Pet friendly for 1 small pooch who goes where owners go Additional Amenities \+ European laundry with washing machine \+ Close to Bright’s town centre via the Rail Trail, local wineries, and adventure activities 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 \- - - - > 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 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34646300/34646274/94b4ab81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A PEAR TREE LOFT: Bright Bright - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=34646274&PinnedHotelID=34646274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119110000/119107200/119107196/53809113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creek Haven - Serenity close to town Bright - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=119107196&PinnedHotelID=119107196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87940000/87937900/87937863/24b02cd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HIDDEN HAVEN - pet friendly retreat in the heart of Bright Bright - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=87937863&PinnedHotelID=87937863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111750000/111741200/111741198/9a64cbb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Battenberg at Bright : Dog friendly family oasis Bright - Pool - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=111741198&PinnedHotelID=111741198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42460000/42457500/42457488/ce7bfe3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Indie's Run - a slice of paradise in the beautiful Wandiligong valley. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 128\_118 ## 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-36.72953%2C146.95265&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=p92qPo-gsg7smta-heFQHbZOiwk=) Bright, VIC #### What's nearby - Bright City Clock Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Centenary Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Bright Visitors Centre - 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 - ‪Sixpence Coffee - ‬13 min walk - ‪Porepunkah Pub - ‬6 min drive - ‪Coral Lee - ‬12 min walk - ‪Beechworth Bakery Bright - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St located? > Situated in Bright, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Centenary Park Streamside Reserve and Canyon Walk. Sew Bright Alpine Quilting and Centenary Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicky K. Jan 30, 2025 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! ##### Nicky K. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Geraldine F. May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Bright and surrounding places are beautiful I won’t forget it. ##### Geraldine F. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025