Lake or Coast? Finding Your Perfect Margaret River Romance

The Question Every Couple Asks: Where Should We Stay in Margaret River?

You've been dreaming about it for weeks, escaping together to Margaret River. Long lunches at sun-drenched wineries, morning swims in crystal-clear water, afternoons exploring hidden beaches, evenings watching the sky turn pink and gold over endless vines.

But here's where most couples pause: Do we stay by the coast or inland?

It's not just about location, it's about the kind of romance you're craving. The energy you want to feel. The memories you want to create together.

If you're imagining a getaway where you can swim into a pristine lake before breakfast, spend lazy afternoons on your private over-water deck with a glass of world-class Chardonnay, and fall asleep to absolute silence under a canopy of stars, then inland luxury is calling your names.

Welcome to Edge Luxury Villas in Wilyabrup, where 22 couples said "yes" to forever in just their first year. There's something about this place that makes love feel inevitable.

Summer at the Lake: Your Private Oasis in Wine Country

Let’s picture something together: It's 9am on a warm December morning. You slip out of bed and pad across the cool polished concrete floor to your private balcony, which sits suspended over mirror-still water. After soaking in the view, you take a short, leisurely stroll to the floating timber jetty nearby, where you can dive straight into the refreshing lake for your morning swim.

The water is refreshing, perfect, the kind of swim that wakes up every cell in your body. Your partner joins you, and suddenly you're both laughing, splashing, completely alone in your own private paradise.

This is summer at Edge Luxury Villas and it's unlike anywhere else in Margaret River.

What makes lakeside luxury irresistible in summer:

Your Own Private Swimming Hole
The pristine lake isn't just a view, it's your personal Playground. Swim whenever the mood strikes. Float on your back watching clouds drift by. Cool off after a day exploring wineries. It's the kind of luxury that money can't usually buy: complete freedom and privacy in nature.

Adults-Only Serenity
With only four villas accommodating a maximum of eight guests across the entire property, you'll never hear screaming kids or feel crowded. Every guest here is seeking the same thing you are: peace, romance, and genuine connection. The villas are purpose-built for privacy with double-glazed windows, walls 30% thicker than standard (filled with acoustic insulation), and private balconies angled so you see only water, forest, and sky, never your neighbors.

Sunrise Swims & Sunset Wine
Start your day with a dawn dip in the lake, the water like glass, mist rising as the sun breaks over the vineyards. End it on your private over-water balcony, feet up, local wine in hand, watching the sky ignite in shades of amber and rose. These aren't just moments, they're the stuff of love stories.

Cantilevered Over Water
Every villa at Edge is architecturally designed and cantilevered over the lake, meaning you're literally suspended above the water. Wake up to reflections dancing on your ceiling. Soak in your deep freestanding bath while gazing out at the lake. Every angle offers a view that takes your breath away.

Off-Grid Luxury That Feels Right
Edge Villas is completely solar-powered and harvests its own rainwater, now featuring an EV charging station powered by the same off-grid system. You can indulge guilt-free, knowing your romantic escape treads lightly on the earth. It's luxury with a conscience and it feels good.

Wine Country Romance: You're in the Heart of It All

Here's the thing about staying inland at Edge Villas: you're not sacrificing anything. You're actually gaining everything.

You're in Wilyabrup, the absolute epicenter of the Margaret River Wine Region. This is where legends like Vasse Felix planted the first commercial vines in 1967, followed by Cullen, Moss Wood, and Woodlands. These iconic wineries are literally minutes from your villa.

Your summer days might look like this:

Morning: Wake naturally (no alarm needed). Sip your coffee/tea on your private balcony while the world wakes up around you then go for a quick dip into the lake.

Late Morning: Drive 5 minutes to Cullen Wines or Vasse Felix for a cellar door tasting. Wander hand-in-hand through the vines, learning about biodynamic farming and tasting wines that have won international acclaim.

Lunch: Book a long, leisurely lunch at Clairault Winery, Fishbone, Chow's Table, or Rustico's. This is the Margaret River way, linger over multiple courses, share a bottle (or two), lose track of time completely.

Afternoon: Return to your villa for a swim, a nap, or simply lounging on your deck with a book. Or explore nearby beaches, you're only 10 minutes from Yallingup's stunning coastline.

Evening: Order a gourmet grazing box from The Art of Grazing (delivered to your villa and waiting in the fridge). Artisan cheeses, dips, crackers, antipasto, fresh fruits, something sweet, everything you need for a romantic dinner on your private deck as the sun sets over the lake.

Night: Stargaze from your balcony. The lack of light pollution means the Milky Way stretches across the sky like a river of diamonds. It's the kind of night that makes you believe in magic.

Adventures for Couples Who Crave More Than Wine

Summer in Margaret River isn't just about sipping Cabernet (though there's plenty of that). It's about exploring together, trying new things, creating stories you'll tell for years.

Beach Hopping Along the Coast
You're 10 minutes from Yallingup, 25 minutes from Margaret River town, and surrounded by some of Australia's most spectacular coastline. Spend a day exploring:

• Injidup Natural Spa – a stunning natural rock pool perfect for swimming (go early to beat the crowds)

• Canal Rocks – dramatic rock formations with boardwalks where waves crash spectacularly

• Gnarabup Beach – safe swimming and the perfect spot for sunset

• Hamelin Bay – wade in shallow water with friendly stingrays

• Smith's Beach – pristine white sand and turquoise water

Surf Lessons for Two
Always wanted to learn to surf? Summer is the perfect time. Book a couples' lesson at Redgate Beach or Smith's Beach and spend the morning laughing, falling, and eventually (maybe!) standing up together.

Explore Underground Caves
When the afternoon heat peaks, escape underground to explore the region's spectacular limestone caves, Lake Cave, Jewel Cave, or Mammoth Cave. It's cool, otherworldly, and surprisingly romantic.

Hike the Cape to Cape Track
You don't need to tackle the entire 130km trail, choose a section for a morning or afternoon hike. The coastal views are breathtaking, and you'll likely spot wildflowers if you're visiting in spring.

Farmers Markets & Gourmet Grazing
Hit up the Margaret River Farmers Market (Saturday mornings) for fresh local produce, artisan bread, cheeses, and olive oil. Stock your villa's kitchen and create your own romantic feast.

Chocolate Tasting
Visit the Margaret River Chocolate Company, Gabriel Chocolate, or Yallingup Chocolate for indulgent tastings. Perfect for a sweet afternoon treat.

Wellness & Connection
Book in-house wellness services from Pause In-house Wellness, couples massages, private yoga, meditation, or breathwork sessions, all in the privacy of your villa. It's the ultimate way to reconnect.

Why Inland Wins for Summer Romance

Let's be honest about the coast: it's beautiful, but it comes with crowds, wind, cooler temperatures, and less privacy, especially in peak summer season.

Inland luxury at Edge Villas offers:

Warmer, more comfortable summer weather – perfect for swimming and outdoor living
Complete privacy and quiet – no crowds, no noise, just you two
Your own private lake – swim whenever you want, no beach crowds
Adults-only atmosphere – designed specifically for couples
Immersive wine country experiences – world-class wineries at your doorstep
Best of both worlds – beaches are only 10 minutes away when you want them

The coast is wonderful for a day trip. But when you want to feel like you're the only two people in the world? When you want to wake up and refresh yourself in your own private lake? When you want to sip wine on your deck without another soul in sight? Inland luxury creates the magic you're seeking.

Make It Extra Special: Curated Experiences

Edge Villas isn't just accommodation, it's a canvas for your love story.

Planning a Proposal?
Join the 22 couples who've gotten engaged here. Add Edge's exclusive 'Celebration Package' featuring locally sourced delights from Yelverton Protea Farm, Maison Lassiaille, and Lenton Brae Winery. The team can help you create an unforgettable moment.

Celebrating an Anniversary or Honeymoon?
The 'Sweet Treat' package ensures your villa is set up beautifully when you arrive, just pop the bubbles and toast to your love.

Just Need to Escape?
Sometimes the best celebration is simply being together, away from everything. That's what Edge does best.

Your Four Villas, Each With Its Own Story

• Vineyard's Edge Premium Villa 1 – the accessible villa with all the luxury features

• Lake's Edge Villa 2 – stunning lake views and complete serenity

• Water's Edge Villa 3 – suspended over water with breathtaking reflections

• Forest's Edge Villa 4 – surrounded by native bushland and birdsong

Every villa includes:

• Private balcony cantilevered over the lake

• Luxurious king bed with water views

• Deep freestanding bath overlooking the lake

• Wood fireplace (for cooler months)

• Fully equipped kitchen

• Complimentary Margaret River wine and freshly ground coffee

• Complete acoustic privacy

• Swimming access to the pristine lake

Location: 2.5 hours south of Perth | 10 minutes from Yallingup | 25 minutes north of Margaret River town | 30 minutes south of Busselton

Your Summer Love Story Starts Here

The coast will always be there. The beaches aren't going anywhere.

But this moment, right now, when you can escape together to a place designed entirely for romance? When you can dive into a private lake before breakfast, explore world-class wineries by day, and fall asleep to absolute silence under a sky full of stars?

That's the kind of summer escape that changes something between you. That reminds you why you fell in love in the first place.

Ready to write your chapter?

Book directly at Edge Luxury Villas or contact Clare at 0408 386 707 or via email at stay@edgeluxuryvillas.com.au

Your lakeside sanctuary in the heart of Margaret River wine country is waiting.

Questions Couples Always Ask

• 1. Is Edge Luxury Villas on the coast or inland?

  Edge is inland in Wilyabrup, in the heart of wine country. The villas are cantilevered over a private lake surrounded by vineyards and bushland. You're only 10 minutes from Yallingup beaches, close enough for day trips, far enough for complete privacy.

• 2. Can we actually swim in the lake?

  Absolutely! The lake is pristine and perfect for swimming, especially in summer. It's one of the most unique features, your own private swimming hole right outside your villa.

• 3. Why choose inland over the coast for summer?

  Inland offers warmer weather, complete privacy, your own lake for swimming, adults-only atmosphere, and you're in the heart of wine country. Plus, beaches are only 10 minutes away when you want them, you get the best of both worlds.

• 4. What makes Edge special for couples?

  Adults-only with just four villas (maximum eight guests total). In their first year, 22 couples got engaged here. Purpose-built for romance with private over-water balconies, lake swimming, complete acoustic privacy, and surrounded by world-class wineries.

• 5. What's the best time to visit for swimming and outdoor activities?

  Spring (September-November) and summer (December-February) are perfect for lake swimming, beach exploring, and outdoor living. The weather is warm, the lake is refreshing, and the region comes alive with activities.