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

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Porepunkah, VIC
  • Popular LocationRinger Reef Winery2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBright Golf Club3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOvens River Rail Trail Bridge6 min drive
  • AirportAlbury, NSW (ABX)91 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Vrbo Property

About the area

Porepunkah

Located in Porepunkah, this vacation 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 looking for area attractions can visit Bright Visitors Centre and Bright Splash Park. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as ecotours and mountain biking in the area.
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What's nearby

  • Ringer Reef Winery - 2 min drive
  • Bright Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Mount Buffalo National Park - 5 min drive
  • Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge - 6 min drive
  • Centenary Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Albury, NSW (ABX) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beechworth Bakery - 6 min drive
  • Bright Brewery - 6 min drive
  • Gum Tree Pies - 6 min drive
  • Alpine Hotel Motel - 6 min drive
  • Riverdeck Cafe - 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.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Lewis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
very clean and nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil L., Aurora, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Relaxing
Cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Luke R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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