Title: Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 ## Photo gallery for Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St (Bright)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/5c052996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St (Bright)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/408bbf3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St (Bright)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/e4d51ffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St (Bright)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/8b2fbf99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St (Bright)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111030000/111025900/111025831/3511390c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93700000/93690600/93690585/8d42663c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maya's on Morses, close to town! 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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 Bright is home to this vacation home. Bright Brewery and Mystic Bike Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Centenary Park Streamside Reserve and Canyon Walk. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bright travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bright.dx6139908) [View more Vacation homes in Bright](https://www.expedia.ca/Bright-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6139908-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ![Centenary Park Streamside Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/623455607922167808/49c5dd7d-bf5a-48fc-b72f-dbd1af0b4df2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Centenary Park 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Bright Splash Park which includes a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975698133/f266d433-7486-4884-9046-2e7c29cb43d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bright Splash Park 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974530522/33dfd1a8-649d-44a2-b8d5-148f8a50b7f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Bright City Clock Tower 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Bright Visitors Centre 12 min walk \- 1.1 km ### Restaurants - Bright Brewery 14 min walk - Sixpence Coffee 13 min walk - Wandi Pub 8 min drive - The Sweet Retreat 11 min walk - Riverdeck 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Manning Retreat - your family haven on Gavan St located? ## 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 ## Reviews ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 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. 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