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Pine Ridge Retreat
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Unit 7
Lounge Area
Dining Area with BBQ area outside
Full Kitchen
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Shared BBQ Area
The Ovens River at Porepunkah (800m away)
Porepunkah is located just 5kms out of Bright and proves a popular holiday place for those seeking a quieter alternative. Also the gateway village to Mt Buffalo National Park, with easy access to all the other popular tourist destinations in the area.
Porepunkah, VIC
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Up to 4 people, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Minimum nights: 2
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"it was exceptionally clean and thoughtfully stocked.All appliances were in excellent order."
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Anthea, VIC
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Holiday unit, Self-contained apartment
Languages spoken: Australian(Conversation) English(Conversation)
Locality
The property itself is a 800m walk along the river to the centre of Porepunkah, where you will find a general store, pub, cafe and a lovely park with playground and free paddling pool.
It is a 5 minute drive to Bright where you will find a supermarket and a wider variety of shops.
Property
The unit is part of a quiet complex of 10 other units. The unit is cosy but you will find everything you need for a comfortable stay including a full kitchen. A shared BBQ area right at the front door is a convenient way to take advantage of the beautiful surrounds and enjoy the mountain air.
Holiday experiences
4WD Tours, Bushwalking & wilderness, Canoeing & Kayaking, Culinary delights, Fishing, Golf, Walking or Hiking, Winter Holiday
Facilities
Air conditioning, Bath towels provided, BBQ, Cooking facilities, Courtyard, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Level access, Linen supplied, Microwave, No smoking, Parking, Patio, Reverse cycle heating, Undercover or off street parking, Walk to the shops, Washing machine
4WD Tours
4WD tour operators located nearby.
Located in a popular 4WD destination you can bring your own or contact a local tour operator.
Bushwalking & wilderness
Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby, Located near a National Park.
A walking track at the rear of the property provides access to the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. There are many walking and mountain bike trails in the area as well as bushwalks catering for all standards, especially in nearby Mt Buffalo National Park.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Less than 5 minutes drive to water.
With the Ovens River running a few hundred metres behind the property you can launch a kayak at any accessible point. Be aware that there is a 1m wall just upstream of the Great Alpine Rd bridge in Porepunkah which usually requires getting out and walking the vessel around the wall.
There is a small backyard at the unit with an enclosed carport area where a kayak can be stored but it is not secured.
Other popular kayaking areas nearby include the Buckland and King Rivers, Lake Buffalo near Myrtleford and Rocky Valley Storage at Falls Creek.
Fishing
Fishing spots available nearby, Located less than 5 mins walk to water, Located less than 5 minute drive to water.
Plenty of fishing is available from the Ovens River at the rear of the property and the surrounding tributaries with trout being the popular catch. The Harrietville Trout farm (20 minutes) is a good day out or an unsucessful day's alternative.
Golf
Golf course located nearby.
Porepunkah Golf Course is 5 minute drive from the unit. It is an 18-hole golf course.
Winter Holiday
Winter activities available nearby detailed below.
Mt Buffalo is a 30 minute drive away and is a fantastic snow play destination. More reliable snow for activities such as skiing are an hour away at Mt Hotham, Dinner Plain and Falls Creek. It is compulsary to carry chains into an Alpine region during winter.
Pine Ridge Retreat
Porepunkah, VIC, Australia
Rooms and rates
Unit 7 (sleeps 4 - Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed Bedroom 2 - Single Bunk Bed)
Base rate
$115.00/night.
$700.00/week.
2 nights min.
$25.00 /person10.00 /child /night over 2 people
Queens Birthday Weekend rate
08/06/2012 - 11/06/2012
$120.00/night.
2 nights min.
$25.00 /person10.00 /child /night over 2 people
Melbourne Cup Weekend rate
02/11/2012 - 06/11/2012
$120.00/night.
3 nights min.
$25.00 /person10.00 /child /night over 2 people
All prices in $AUD
Availability
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Pine Ridge Retreat will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 24 hours.
(current average response time for this property is 26.2 hours)
Please note that sometimes your computer's spam filter or your ISP may inadvertently block the operator's response email. If you do not receive a prompt response, taking into account that Pine Ridge Retreat may not be able to contact you after hours, you should check your 'junk' mail folder or contact the property with the details we will send in your confirmation e-mail.
The telephone number and contact details for this property will be emailed to you once your enquiry/booking has been sent.
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