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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
Explore the area

Bright, VIC
- Centenary ParkPlace, Centenary Park7 min walk
- Bright Splash ParkPlace, Bright Splash Park9 min walk
- Bright Visitors CentrePlace, Bright Visitors Centre10 min walk
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About the area
Bright
In Bright .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Ovens River J15 Streamside Reserve and Centenary Park. Bright Splash Park and Centenary Park Streamside Reserve are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Centenary Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Bright Splash Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Centenary Park Streamside Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Bright Visitors Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Bright City Clock Tower - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
- Albury, NSW (ABX) - 99 min drive
Restaurants
- Sixpence Coffee - 13 min walk
- Bright Brewery - 11 min walk
- Wandi Pub - 7 min drive
- The Sweet Retreat - 15 min walk
- Riverdeck - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Premium Quality-150m to river-easy flat walk to town-pets welcome-fenced garden
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Welcome to Tessies House a refined haven close to everything
Perfect location in a quiet, tranquil court with town a flat 8 minute walk away. The Ovens River is 150m away
Park your car and walk everywhere
It can be taken 3 ways
1 bedroom/1 bathroom
2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms
3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms
Every light filled room with all windows looking out onto private gardens. A quality property with no expense spared or corners cut.
Pets very welcome. Fully fenced garden and dog park 100m away.
Tessies has been completely gutted and refurbished.
•Sleep & Bathe
Main bedroom - King bed
Second bedroom - King bed
Third bedroom – Two Long King Singles
Quality linen, towels, toiletries
There are 2 bathrooms in the property.
It is possible to take this property in 3 ways -
1. As 1 bedroom/1 bathroom
2. As 2 bedroom/2 bathroom
3. As 3 bedroom/2 bathroom
•Live
Smart TV, DVD player, DVD selection
Free Wi-Fi
Reverse cycle air conditioning
Fire with unlimited logs provided for winter
•Cooking and Eating
Fully equipped Miele/Bosch kitchen
Nespresso machine. Complimentary starter pods, gourmet teas
Two dining tables - one inside
Outside dining table under vine covered pergola
•Laundry
Family size washing machine, clothes dryer
•Pets
Welcome Inside and Out
Fully fenced private garden
Leather furniture
Either polished concrete or wooden floors - no carpet
100 meters to Dog Park and River
The Ovens River for swimming and walking is at the end of the street
Council regulation limit the number of pets to two (unless they are teensy – ring to enquire).
Please note - pets cannot be left alone for long periods - maximum 3 hours. If you plan on going out for longer they must go with you. We do have a doggysitter who comes to the house - you pay directly.
Possibly this site can only charge for one pet - if that. We shall contact you directly if you are bringing a second pet (pet fee $75 per stay - not per night)
We are the winners for 12 years in a row of the Award for Best Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation in Australia (not just Victoria although we won that too).
•Outside
BBQ
Outdoor dining table
Off street parking
•Cyclists
Lockable bike shed. Electric power points for recharging
•Rates & Availability
PLEASE NOTE: The base rate for this property is for 2 guests in 1 bedroom/ 1 ensuite.
Extra guests are $40 per guest per night
Bedroom access is determined by guest numbers. This allows smaller groups to enjoy the property without needing to pay for unused space. You will have the home to yourself and bedrooms/bathrooms not needed will be locked.
Two guests have automatic access to 1 bedroom, 4 guests have automatic access to 2 bedrooms and 6 guests have automatic access to 3 bedrooms
Should you require more bedrooms than your numbers indicate i.e. you have single occupancy issues, please adjust the number of guests staying and this site will allocate additional bedrooms
Should you have further queries re bedding selection (kings or singles) please contact us to enquire once you have made your booking
There is a maximum of 2 guests per bedroom and 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. The 6 guests is inclusive of children.
As we are unable to be opening and closing bedrooms mid-stay open bedrooms are charged for the full stay
•Minimum Stay
2 or 3 nights. Longer for Peak periods
Christmas fortnight is by negotiation depending on what’s left – could be 3 nights, could be 7 nights – ring Holidaybright Official Site to enquire
•House Rules
Curries not to be cooked or reheated due to pervasive and lingering odours. Similarly no smoking
Only guests booked and paid for permitted to stay. Immediate eviction for all guests with no refunds will be applied:
Pets cannot be left alone for extended periods of time - maximum 3 hours. If you go out for longer they must go with you. We have doggysitting available - both day and night. Please enquire when booking.
As we have abundant, and very tame, birdlife we are sorry but we cannot have cats stay
Location:
12 Halinka Court Bright
REMEMBER - TIME AWAY IS FAR TOO PRECIOUS TO SPEND IN THE WRONG PLACE
If this property does not suit we have other properties of all sizes and prices. All are owned and operated by Award winning Holidaybright Official Site
1. Fairlight - up to 5 bedrooms/5 bathrooms & A POOL - sleeps up to 10. Pet friendly
2. Tessies Studio - sleeps 2 in a king size bed - perfect for couples and singles - pet friendly
3. Brantome - sleeps 2 in all new comfort-perfect for couples and singles - pet friendly
4. Tessies House - sleeps up to 6 - 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms - perfect for everyone - couples, travelling friends, kids, families, pets - the works
5. Tessies House & Studio combined - sleeps up to 8 - 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms - perfect for everyone - all generations - kids, families, friends, pets - the works.
All of our properties are brilliantly conceived and a perfect retreat for the discerning traveller.
All properties are located in quiet tree lined streets close to town and the river.
All have magnificent fully fenced private gardens.
All are pet friendly.
Finally - be reassured as to the quality of these properties. The owners, Holidaybright Official Site, are the most highly awarded property owners in Bright.
Please Note - all bookings through this site incur an additional Stayz/VRBO booking fee of $30 per night plus any other Stayz/VRBO charges
If all this is too confusing find us at Holidaybright Official Site and we shall be only too happy to help you
CANCELLATIONS:
This Stayz/VRBO site has a No Refund policy. We recommend Travel Insurance if you are in doubt - there are many online companies.
Suitable for:
Couples, Families, Travelling friends
Location:
12 Halinka Court Bright
Welcome to Tessies House a refined haven close to everything
Perfect location in a quiet, tranquil court with town a flat 8 minute walk away. The Ovens River is 150m away
Park your car and walk everywhere
It can be taken 3 ways
1 bedroom/1 bathroom
2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms
3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms
Every light filled room with all windows looking out onto private gardens. A quality property with no expense spared or corners cut.
Pets very welcome. Fully fenced garden and dog park 100m away.
Tessies has been completely gutted and refurbished.
•Sleep & Bathe
Main bedroom - King bed
Second bedroom - King bed
Third bedroom – Two Long King Singles
Quality linen, towels, toiletries
There are 2 bathrooms in the property.
It is possible to take this property in 3 ways -
1. As 1 bedroom/1 bathroom
2. As 2 bedroom/2 bathroom
3. As 3 bedroom/2 bathroom
•Live
Smart TV, DVD player, DVD selection
Free Wi-Fi
Reverse cycle air conditioning
Fire with unlimited logs provided for winter
•Cooking and Eating
Fully equipped Miele/Bosch kitchen
Nespresso machine. Complimentary starter pods, gourmet teas
Two dining tables - one inside
Outside dining table under vine covered pergola
•Laundry
Family size washing machine, clothes dryer
•Pets
Welcome Inside and Out
Fully fenced private garden
Leather furniture
Either polished concrete or wooden floors - no carpet
100 meters to Dog Park and River
The Ovens River for swimming and walking is at the end of the street
Council regulation limit the number of pets to two (unless they are teensy – ring to enquire).
Please note - pets cannot be left alone for long periods - maximum 3 hours. If you plan on going out for longer they must go with you. We do have a doggysitter who comes to the house - you pay directly.
Possibly this site can only charge for one pet - if that. We shall contact you directly if you are bringing a second pet (pet fee $75 per stay - not per night)
We are the winners for 12 years in a row of the Award for Best Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation in Australia (not just Victoria although we won that too).
•Outside
BBQ
Outdoor dining table
Off street parking
•Cyclists
Lockable bike shed. Electric power points for recharging
•Rates & Availability
PLEASE NOTE: The base rate for this property is for 2 guests in 1 bedroom/ 1 ensuite.
Extra guests are $40 per guest per night
Bedroom access is determined by guest numbers. This allows smaller groups to enjoy the property without needing to pay for unused space. You will have the home to yourself and bedrooms/bathrooms not needed will be locked.
Two guests have automatic access to 1 bedroom, 4 guests have automatic access to 2 bedrooms and 6 guests have automatic access to 3 bedrooms
Should you require more bedrooms than your numbers indicate i.e. you have single occupancy issues, please adjust the number of guests staying and this site will allocate additional bedrooms
Should you have further queries re bedding selection (kings or singles) please contact us to enquire once you have made your booking
There is a maximum of 2 guests per bedroom and 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. The 6 guests is inclusive of children.
As we are unable to be opening and closing bedrooms mid-stay open bedrooms are charged for the full stay
•Minimum Stay
2 or 3 nights. Longer for Peak periods
Christmas fortnight is by negotiation depending on what’s left – could be 3 nights, could be 7 nights – ring Holidaybright Official Site to enquire
•House Rules
Curries not to be cooked or reheated due to pervasive and lingering odours. Similarly no smoking
Only guests booked and paid for permitted to stay. Immediate eviction for all guests with no refunds will be applied:
Pets cannot be left alone for extended periods of time - maximum 3 hours. If you go out for longer they must go with you. We have doggysitting available - both day and night. Please enquire when booking.
As we have abundant, and very tame, birdlife we are sorry but we cannot have cats stay
Location:
12 Halinka Court Bright
REMEMBER - TIME AWAY IS FAR TOO PRECIOUS TO SPEND IN THE WRONG PLACE
If this property does not suit we have other properties of all sizes and prices. All are owned and operated by Award winning Holidaybright Official Site
1. Fairlight - up to 5 bedrooms/5 bathrooms & A POOL - sleeps up to 10. Pet friendly
2. Tessies Studio - sleeps 2 in a king size bed - perfect for couples and singles - pet friendly
3. Brantome - sleeps 2 in all new comfort-perfect for couples and singles - pet friendly
4. Tessies House - sleeps up to 6 - 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms - perfect for everyone - couples, travelling friends, kids, families, pets - the works
5. Tessies House & Studio combined - sleeps up to 8 - 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms - perfect for everyone - all generations - kids, families, friends, pets - the works.
All of our properties are brilliantly conceived and a perfect retreat for the discerning traveller.
All properties are located in quiet tree lined streets close to town and the river.
All have magnificent fully fenced private gardens.
All are pet friendly.
Finally - be reassured as to the quality of these properties. The owners, Holidaybright Official Site, are the most highly awarded property owners in Bright.
Please Note - all bookings through this site incur an additional Stayz/VRBO booking fee of $30 per night plus any other Stayz/VRBO charges
If all this is too confusing find us at Holidaybright Official Site and we shall be only too happy to help you
CANCELLATIONS:
This Stayz/VRBO site has a No Refund policy. We recommend Travel Insurance if you are in doubt - there are many online companies.
Suitable for:
Couples, Families, Travelling friends
Location:
12 Halinka Court Bright
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Property amenities
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 private bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Fully-fenced
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near a hospital
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bicycle parking
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,615 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
For those travelling with pets could you please check the back garden and collect any droppings using the poo bags provided
Please leave the front door unlocked and the key on the table
If you are leaving before 10am could you please text Anna on 0418476046 to advise her. This would be so very helpful as we can get started cleaning early.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum 2 pets
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Note from host: Maximum two pets unless they are teensy. Enquire
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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
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