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( 03-5755 1144;
www.elmlodge.com.au
;
2 Wood St; d $110-150, spa cottage $160; )
This slightly quirky
set of burgundy and pine units has rooms for all budgets, from a shoebox cheapie to spa-
cious two-bedroom self-contained apartments with polished floorboards, and spa rooms.
The owners run limousine winery tours (from $75).
Odd Frog
( 0418 362 791;
www.theoddfrog.com
; 3 McFadyens Lane; d $150-195, q $250)
Designed and built by
the young architect/interior-designer owners, these contemporary, ecofriendly studios fea-
ture light, breezy spaces and fabulous outdoor decks with a telescope for star gazing. The
design features clever use of the hilly site with sculptural steel-frame foundations and fly-
ing balconies.
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$
Mine Manager's House
( 03-5755 1702;
www.brightbedandbreakfast.com.au
; 30 Coronation Ave; d $155-195; )
Dating from
1892 and now sumptuously restored to the finest detail, this traditional B&B offers
couples a complete experience. Enjoy warm hospitality, beautiful rooms and a delightful
English garden. The claw-foot bath in the self-contained cottage offers an extra treat.
B&B
$$
Aalborg
( 0401 357 329;
www.aalborgbright.com.au
; 6 Orchard Ct; r $200-240; )
Clean-lined Scandinavian
design and pine-and-white furnishings dominate this gorgeous place. Every fitting is per-
fectly chosen and abundant glass opens out onto sweeping bush views.
APARTMENTS
$$$
Eating & Drinking
Riverdeck Cafe
( 03-5755 2199; 119 Gavan St; mains $13-16; 8am-2.30pm)
Behind the visitor centre, the deck
here overlooks the Ovens River and park. It's a great place for coffee, a pancake breakfast
or sandwich.
CAFE
$
Beanz of Bright $
CAFE
$
