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Nine Steps - private estate on 29 acres with stunning views of Mount Buffalo

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Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Porepunkah, VIC
  • Mount Buffalo National Park
    1 min walk
  • Ringer Reef Winery
    7 min drive
  • Hedonistic Hiking
    7 min drive
  • Falls Creek, VIC (FLC-Falls Creek Helipad)
    105 min drive

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About the area

Porepunkah

Located in Porepunkah, this vacation home is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Mount Buffalo National Park and 7 minutes from Ringer Reef Winery. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Hedonistic Hiking and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Bright Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Mount Buffalo National Park - 1 min walk
  • Ringer Reef Winery - 7 min drive
  • Ovens River Rail Trail Bridge - 10 min drive
  • Bright Visitors Centre - 11 min drive
  • Centenary Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Albury, NSW (ABX) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beechworth Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gum Tree Pies - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville Bright - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blackbird Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rail Trail Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nine Steps - private estate on 29 acres with stunning views of Mount Buffalo

**Book your 2025 trip before 1 January 2025 to avoid the new 7.5% short stay tax**

Nine Steps is an architect designed home and a unique luxury interpretation of the traditional Australian shed. With stunning views of Mount Buffalo and set on 29 acres of beautiful native bushland, this is your opportunity to enjoy a rural retreat in comfort and style.

• Only a 10 min drive to Bright, Nine Steps is perfect for families, friends and couples.
• Home to wombats, wallabies and deer that you may see during your visit.
• Closest accommodation to spectacular Mount Buffalo for hikes, cycling, snow adventures and more.

You can gaze out at native bushland from every window and enjoy watching the ever changing face of Mount Buffalo. You may even have the pleasure of seeing Eurobin Falls from the house. Eurobin Creek runs along our property and we'll share with you the directions to a secret local swimming hole a few minutes walk from the house.

With no wifi or tv reception - Nine Steps is a rare opportunity to really switch off and reconnect with nature and with family, friends and loved ones. There are two TVs and lots of DVDs for movie night and quiet time though!

Very good Telstra 4G reception.

Nine Steps has everything you need for your stay with linen, towels and toiletries provided, heating and cooling, fully equipped kitchen (including a Nespresso machine), easy parking and secure bike storage.

Room configuration:
• Bedroom 1 - queen bed, deck & ensuite
• Bedroom 2 - queen bed, deck & door into main bathroom
• Bedroom 3 - two single beds

Check our Instagram @NineSteps.Bright for more images of what makes us happy!


The House
• Nine Steps is a three bedroom, two bathroom home with a large open plan lounge/dining/kitchen area, as well as a smaller second lounge.

• The house is designed so guests are sheltered from the weather, while still feeling a part of the environment. Large picture windows are a key feature of the house, along with the many covered decks.

• The great room has a large wood burner, air-conditioning and three ceiling fans, as well as opening windows to catch the breeze and cooler evening air.

• The fully equipped cooks kitchen is set around an island bench with bar stools - perfect whether you're preparing breakfast or enjoying some local cheese and wine.

The Environment
• Nine Steps was built to be environmentally friendly with a 6 star energy rating. We're also members of our local Landcare Group and the Australian Conservation Foundation.

• Nine Steps is self-sufficient for water - collecting rain water and spring water which is then treated via sediment and UV filters.

• If you wander around the property you will see many wombat burrows and hear many birds (lots of kookaburras!).

Signature Experiences
• Private yoga class: The large 'great room' is perfect for a private yoga class, or experience a beautiful yoga practice outside in the 29 acre grounds of Nine Steps. Our yoga teacher can cater for all levels and will structure a practice to suit your needs.

• Alpine Concierge Services: To make your stay at Nine Steps even more memorable, imagine arriving to a hamper of local produce for breakfast or dinner. Or perhaps you need help organising a romantic occasion, or special event. Alpine Concierge Services can create a bespoke experience just for you.

• Weddings: We would love to host your wedding! Our approach is to charge for the house accommodation and a per head charge for guests. We leave the organisation of catering, seating, decorating, portaloos, etc to you so you have complete control over your special day. We can also connect you with local event organisers.

**Read our reviews and you'll see just how special Nine Steps is!**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Melissa Hendry

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Nine Steps Mount Buffalo Luxury Seclusion House Porepunkah
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Nine Steps Mount Buffalo Luxury Seclusion
Nine Steps Stunning Views of Mount Buffalo

Nine Steps - private estate on 29 acres with stunning views of Mount Buffalo Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 77 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt buffalo delight
Beautiful location and gorgeous property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thania A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and very cozy
Absolutely loved my stay at Porepunkah and look forward to coming again! The house is such a hidden gem, and was surprised by how warm it was considering the house has many windows where you can observe the beautiful views. Really enjoyed it 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus M.

Liked: Cleanliness
FANTASTIC GETAWAY
Clean Spacious house, good amenities, excellent views., Should have stayed here for longer. Will return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend for us
We absolutely loved our stay at 9 steps and look forward to rebooking. The surroundings and setup is incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic and convenient location
Everything thing you and the family need for an enjoyable stay. It was the cleanest place I have stayed in the last 30years. I would book there again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma G.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING!
Thank you for having us. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed and more
This property exceeded expectations. I have never stayed somewhere that felt more like a home away from home. The kitchen was so well stocked, the bedrooms and living areas so comfortable. The serenity on the property was just what we needed. It was so lovely to sit outside on the deck in the morning, with a coffee, hearing nothing other than the sound of the river and some birds. Only a short 10 min drive in to Bright, 25mins to the top of Mount buffalo. Couldn’t rate this property higher, absolutely loved it and will be back! Thank you so much for having us
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Loved everything about this property from the amazing “shed” to the stunning views and lots of wildlife. Easy check in and good communication with host. property was very clean and had all the extras you might need. Definitely hope to come back and hopefully the weather will be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing spot
We enjoyed our time staying here. The house itself is stunning with high ceilings and beautiful kitchen and dining area to share a meal with those you’re staying with. The location is great - quiet but still a short drive to everything you need. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beata M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular property
Such a stunning place in the most stunning location. Right at the foot of Mt Buffalo. Everything was absolutely perfect, you feel like you're miles away from anyone, yet you are so close to Bright centre. Very highly recommended. The property is beautiful, very clean and very well maintained. Melissa and Rupert were amazing hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate & Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Had a great stay thanks. One day up at mt Buffalo and the other on the rail trails. Great location and nice and quiet Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it - highly recommend
Wonderful property! Great sound proof windows throughout the house which was a bonus with a 7 year old. Bath was sensational and property was spotless. Wonderful fireplace inside and outside Wildlife was a real treat Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous retreat
Well appointed, supremely comfortable, absolutely beautiful grounds. Wonderful escape from city life.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bush house
Lovely house and setting. So close to mount buffalo national park. Lovely creek nearby filled with fish and we saw a platypus there at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place secluded at the foot of mount buffalo
Nice quiet spot, amazing bathrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keira P., Dingley Village, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Spartan Race Weekend Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Nine Steps during our Spartan race weekend. After running 21km a soak in the deep freestanding bath was exactly what I needed. We loved the allocation of space, the modern architecture, and the homely feel. The house was presented beautifully and there was very helpful detailed information provided by the host, including how to find the property. The house was perfect in every way and would recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruwi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay
We stayed at Nine Steps for three nights in June, and had an amazing, relaxing stay. The house is beautifully designed and maintained in a peaceful location so close to Mount Buffalo with great views. The fireplace works wonderfully and the house was so cosy and warm. Would not hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Khalid S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow
Fantastic property that is more a home than a holiday house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rod T., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stylish and Relaxing Country Retreat
We stayed two nights in March '20 and wish we had booked longer. The property is beautiful exactly as shown on the listing. Very clean and excellent amenities. The location is quiet and peaceful but only a short distance to the facilities of Porepunkah and Bright. Melissa the host was most helpful with directions and recommended nearby restaurants which were excellent. Highly recommended for a country getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Perfect house for a relaxing retreat, and close enough to all the activities the area has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duncan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forest Bathing
Amazing spot and a shed to make you feel relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M., Australia

May Birthday Get Away
House was perfect in every way. Clean,open fire,baths,wildlife all perefct. We would love to visit again Cheri, Peta and Liz
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

Perfect peace
A beautiful well lit retreat ... only the sound of birds and the river. A huge tub with a view was bliss. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. Wonderfully clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Prudence H.

Beautiful property in a tranquil location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was perfect for adults and the little ones. The house was cosy yet spacious and very well maintained. Some very minor suggestions: - a couple more tea towels - bath mats - sharper knives - more chopping boards Thanks again for having us and thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019