Local attractions
A family-owned winery with a spirit for adventure, Brown Brothers has been crafting wines in the King Valley for over 130 years. From pioneering new wine styles to creating some of Australia’s most loved drops, our approach is all about innovation, quality, and a deep connection to our region. Whether you’re here to sip, savour, or stay a while, we invite you to explore the best of Brown Brothers.
Located within central Milawa. This restaurant is casual fine dining, with the menu pulling inspiration from Modern Australian (Paul's favourite) and a slight European influence. The beverage list has a strong focus on Australian and New Zealand wines with a few American and European wines from the big regions. There is an open dining room, with an outside courtyard space (a little more casual).
Henley’s Wine Bar & Kitchen is a historic venue in Milawa that oozes style & sophistication. Our historic building was built in 1861 By James Henley and hashas been restored with in house function rooms and a stunning 100 year old timber barn opening out to our beautifully maintained garden areas.
Milawa Cheese handmake world-class cheeses in Victoria's high country by combining European tradition and Aussie innovation. Over the decades the family has developed award-winning artisan cheeses for every kind of cheese lover - cheeses so delicious they'll make you do a happy dance. Located a short distance from the Motel, this is a must visit attraction.
Surrounding region
The Miranda family have been making wine since the 1930’s. With a fantastic cellar door, restaurant and a superb wine range it's time to spend an afternoon there.
The John Gehrig Wines family friendly cellar door experience is a must for on your list of King Valley wineries to visit. Where you can taste the history of winemaking since 1860 in the heart of the Milawa Gourmet Region.
Soar over the picturesque King Valley at dawn, taking in the expansive vineyards, patchwork fields, and views of the King and Ovens Rivers. The majestic sight of Mt Buffalo and the High Country will leave you in awe.
From lookouts and waterfalls to markets and cellar doors, it’s all here in our cheat's list of the best experiences in Bright & Surrounds.
Sheer granite cliffs that plunge 300m to the gully below, mystical boulders strewn across the plateau, snow gums and waterfalls, canyons, crevices and caves, winter snow and summer wildflowers – Mount Buffalo is a truly special natural wonder of the Australian landscape. Throw in 360º views of the Australian Alps and the country's largest wooden building – the heritage-listed Mount Buffalo Chalet – and you've got a destination that should be high on everyone's bucket list.