[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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/18fb991e.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) ![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) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/faa4705c.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 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; 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BRIGHT - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=31055470&PinnedHotelID=31055470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Contactless check-in available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets 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 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 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