The Bright Resort is just four hours from Melbourne in the magnificent Victorian High Country. Set on five acres of semi-rural bushland in the shadow of the Australian Alps, this premium Victorian accommodation is deservedly famous for its breathtaking scenery and wealth of year-round activities. <br /><br />Enjoy your stay in one of 34 two-bedroomed single-story units, as well as a host of onsite amenities and activities including 4WD tours. Have a dip in the outdoor pool (heated dome in use during the winter months), or if the temperature falls, sink into the warm indoor spa or have a rejuvenating sauna. <br /><br /><span>Kids, and those young at heart, will love the mini golf, lawn bowls, games room, tennis courts, volley ball, basketball and children's playground. Parents will love relaxing by the fire place in the Members lounge while the kids play! A large TV, small library/book exchange, dvds and board games available. Last, but not least, is the hearty Holiday Concepts Pancake Breakfast and Bacon & Egg Burger Breakfast.</span><br /><br />This truly is a destination for all seasons. Spring blossoms into a bouquet of colour as proud locals throw open their garden gates. Summer invites you to catch fresh trout and picnic in the shade beside a mountain stream, or go river rafting. Autumn arrives in a blaze of colour and the dawns become crisp. It's time to cosy-up inside and get ready for the first powder snow of winter. Mt. Buffalo, Falls Creek and Mt. Hotham are a leisurely daytrip away. Local walks, golf, canoeing, gold panning, horse riding, skiing and fishing are just some of the activities available nearby.
Mount Hutt Lodge is only an hour from the city of Christchurch. The lodge looks out across the glistening waters of the Rakaia River and the spectacular snow-capped Mount Hutt Mountain Range. Surrounded by tranquillity and natural beauty, this comfortable and modern resort takes full advantage of its hilltop position, and guests will enjoy views that are both stunning and tantalising, in equal measure.<br /><br />Mt Hutt Lodge units are fully self-contained and sleep four. All have spectacular river and mountain views. There is a children's playground, a pool, and beautiful vistas wherever you turn. Waking up to the majestic Southern Alps, Rakaia Gorge and the Pacific Ocean make this an awe-inspiring place to stay. Start the day with a dip in the outdoor pool before heading off to explore. Whether you saddle a horse or take to the skies in a hot air balloon, you'll discover a new appreciation for Mother Nature's craftsmanship. It's something you can reflect on later as you enjoy a delicious meal in the restaurant.<br /><br />Mount Hutt not only has the longest ski season in the Southern Hemisphere, it is also blessed with most reliable snowfall. It's excellent for skiers, snowboarders and apré skiers of all levels. But there's more to the area than fun in the powder. There are hikes through breathtaking scenery, first-class golf courses and, of course, salmon fishing. You're also convenient to Springfield Station, where you can board the Transalpine Express, one of the world's great railway journeys. It's a must do!<br /><br />Combine a breathtaking location with warm hospitality and you have the Mt. Hutt Lodge - vacation perfection!
An ideal getaway for families or just the two of you, here you will find plenty of opportunities for relaxation and adventure. Splash in the swimming pool, soak in the hot tub, or get up a game of volleyball. The Recreation Room features ping pong and BBQ facilities, and the Members' Lounge boasts a roaring fire in the winter, where you can meet other guests and share tales of the day's fishing or other outdoor adventures. You may even hop on one of the resort bikes to explore along the riverbank and in the forest. Situated on the banks of the Tongariro River, this resort is an ideal base for excursions into the Tongariro National Park and Kaimanawa Forest Park, and convenient to a wide variety of outdoor activities. Lake Taupo and nearby inflowing streams have an international reputation for rainbow trout fishing. Here you can also enjoy whitewater rafting, hiking, rock and mountain climbing, horse trekking over bush trails, water skiing on a crystal-clear lake, and bungy jumping. Or tee up in style at the Wairakei International Golf Course (55 km), one of the country's premier fairways.
A host of adventure options are within easy striking distance of Mansfield Country Resort, so make sure you have a car. Take a day trip into the vibrant town of Mansfield, home of old-fashioned country Victorian Hospitality. Go on a treasure hunt through no less than two hundred local retailers and then sample some of the hearty local dining fare.<br /><br />Set on thirty-five hectares of unspoiled bushland, Mansfield Country Resort is within easy reach of some of Victoria's most spectacular countryside and breathtaking High Country. This is a landscape made for adventure, but it's also perfect for relaxation and recreation. Send the kids off for a romp in the children's playground while you take advantage of the games room, gymnasium, spa, sauna, squash court, swimming pool, tennis court or mini golf. Grab a kayak and explore the shores of picturesque Lake Eildon. After a peaceful paddle, make the most of excellent barbeque areas and picnic spots.<br /><br />In winter, snow-sport enthusiasts make their annual pilgrimage to the resort for the famous cross-country and downhill skiing offered by the nearby Mt Buller Ski Fields, an easy 50-minute drive away. Mt Stirling and the Australian Alps also invite exploration, while the Blue Range provides truly jaw-dropping panoramas. Other local attractions include historic townships, wineries, festivals and rodeos; horse rides into the magnificent High Country, bushwalks and four-wheel driving.<br /><br />Welcome to the land of high adventure - Manfield Country Resort.