The Most Romantic Luxury Stays in the Margaret River Region

Here's What Nobody Tells You About "Luxury" Accommodation

You've been scrolling through Margaret River accommodation for an hour now. Everything looks stunning in the photos, infinity pools, ocean views, elegant interiors, five-star ratings.

But here's the thing: they all look romantic until you arrive and realise you're sharing the pool with a family reunion, hearing conversations through thin walls, or walking past strangers in hotel corridors when all you wanted was to be alone together.

We know this because couples tell us all the time: "We stayed at [Redacted fancy resort name] last year and it was beautiful, but it wasn't... ours. We could never fully relax."

That's why Clare and Cameron created Edge Luxury Villas in Wilyabrup, not to be another luxury option, but to be the right option for couples who know the difference between impressive and intimate.

Four architect-designed villas. Floating over a private lake. Adults-only. Maximum eight guests across the entire property.

This is what happens when you build accommodation specifically for two people who want to disappear together.

What Couples Really Want (But Don't Always Know How to Ask For)

After hosting hundreds of couples at Edge Luxury Villas from first-time visitors to those celebrating their 50th anniversary, we've learned that what people are really searching for isn't just "luxury."

It's this:

A space that feels entirely yours
Not a hotel room with a number on the door. Not a villa in a complex where you can hear your neighbors. A private sanctuary where you can walk around barefoot, leave the doors open, and never worry about who's watching.

Silence that actually lets you unwind
No lobby chatter. No kids splashing in pools. No corridor footsteps at midnight. Just water lapping against the pylons beneath your villa, birds calling across the lake, and the rustle of eucalyptus in the breeze.

Adults-only, by design
Because there's a huge difference between "children not recommended" and "adults-only by design." At Edge, every single guest is here for the same reason you are: to reconnect, relax, and escape.

Nature without sacrificing comfort
You want to wake up to water views and fall asleep under stars, but you also want a king-size bed, a deep freestanding bath, and air conditioning. Edge Luxury Villas gives you both.

Architecture that makes you feel something
Not just a "nice holiday house." A space designed with intention, where every window frames the lake, every material feels considered, and the whole experience elevates the everyday into something memorable.

Privacy so complete you forget other people exist
Where you can skinny dip in the lake at dawn, make love with the doors open, or simply sit on your deck in your robe with morning coffee without a single worry about who might see.

If you're nodding along thinking "yes, that's exactly what we want", keep reading.

The Three Types of "Luxury" in Margaret River (And Why They're Not All Romantic)

Margaret River has no shortage of beautiful places to stay. But they deliver very different experiences.

1. Beachfront Resorts & Hotels

Think Smiths Beach Resort, Pullman Bunker Bay, and similar properties with:

• Shared pools, restaurants, and bars

• Tennis courts and day spas

• Families, groups, and wedding parties

• Corridors, lobbies, and communal spaces

Perfect for: Couples who want facilities, social atmosphere, and direct beach access.

Not ideal for: Couples seeking complete privacy, quiet, and an adults-only environment.

The reality: These resorts are stunning, but they're designed for volume. You're sharing the experience with dozens (sometimes hundreds) of other guests. If you're celebrating something intimate, a proposal, an anniversary, a reconnection, the energy can feel... off.

1. Country Lodges & Vineyard Hotels

Think Cape Lodge, Pullman Margaret River, and grand manor-style properties with:

• Beautiful gardens and common lounges

• In-house restaurants and wine bars

• Mix of room types and suites

• Staff presence and lobby areas

Perfect for: Couples who enjoy a hotel vibe, meeting other guests, and having everything on-site.

Not ideal for: Couples who want a private villa, complete seclusion, and no shared walls.

The reality: These are elegant and well-run, but you're still in a hotel. You'll pass people in hallways, share dining spaces, and never quite have that "this is ours" feeling.

1. Private Villas in Nature

This is where Edge Luxury Villas lives, and where couples find what they've been searching for.

Stand-alone villas surrounded by water, bushland, or vineyards with:

• Complete privacy (no shared walls or spaces)

• Stillness and seclusion

• The feeling that the entire space belongs to you

• Direct connection to nature

Perfect for: Couples seeking intimacy, quiet, and a romantic sanctuary.

This is Edge Luxury Villas!

What Makes Edge Different: Built for Two, Not for Everyone

Only Four Villas. Only Eight Guests. Adults-Only.

Most luxury properties try to accommodate everyone, families, groups, solo travelers, couples. Edge doesn't.

We built four villas. Each accommodates two adults. That's it.

No children. No visitors. No exceptions.

That means when you're here, there are a maximum of eight people on the entire property, and every single one of them is seeking the same thing you are: peace, privacy, and time together.

It changes everything.

You're not competing for quiet. You're not navigating around families. You're not wondering if the couple next door can hear you through the walls (they can't, our walls are 30% thicker than standard and filled with acoustic insulation).

You're simply... here. Together. Undisturbed.

Architecture That Floats: Award-Winning Design Meets Nature

Here's what makes Edge architecturally unique: all four villas are cantilevered over the lake.

Not beside it. Not overlooking it. Over it.

You're literally suspended above the water, held up by engineered pylons, with the lake flowing beneath your villa.

This design earned Edge four WA Master Builder Awards, including Best in Class, recognition for both craftsmanship and innovation.

What this means for your stay:

• Wake up to sunlight dancing on water, reflections rippling across your ceiling

• Soak in your freestanding bath while gazing out at the lake

• Step from your living room directly onto your private overwater deck

• Fall asleep to the gentle sound of water lapping beneath you

• Dive straight into the lake from your deck on a hot summer morning

The architecture isn't just beautiful, it creates an experience you can't get anywhere else in the Margaret River Region.

Your Private Overwater Deck: Where You'll Spend Most of Your Time

Every Edge’s villa has a private deck cantilevered over the lake. And here's what guests always tell us: "We thought we'd explore the region more, but we couldn't leave the deck."

We get it.

On your private overwater deck, you can:

Start your day with sunrise coffee – watch mist lift off the lake as the sky turns pink and gold
Dive straight into the lake – the water is pristine, refreshing, and entirely yours
Sway in the hammock with a book – use the binoculars to spot birds and wildlife along the shore
Share a bottle of Margaret River wine at sunset – the sky reflects off the water in impossible colors
Enjoy a gourmet grazing platter – no need to dress up or go anywhere
Stargaze after dark – the Milky Way stretches across the sky like a river of light
Simply sit in silence together – listening to birdsong, feeling the breeze, being present

Because of the way the decks are angled and screened, it's physically impossible to see into another villa, even when all four are occupied.

That sense of complete visual privacy is a huge part of why couples choose Edge over busier luxury stays.

Summer at Edge: Lake Swimming, Wine Country, and Endless Possibilities

Your Own Private Lake

This is the game-changer in summer: you have a pristine lake right outside your villa, and you can swim whenever you want.

Morning dip before breakfast? Done.
Afternoon cool-off after wine tasting? Absolutely.
Sunset swim with your partner? Perfect.

No crowded beaches. No fighting for parking. No strangers. Just you, the water, and complete freedom.

Wine Country at Your Doorstep

Edge Luxury Villas is in Wilyabrup, the heart of the Margaret River Wine Region. You're minutes from:

• Vasse Felix (the region's first winery, established 1967)

• Cullen Wines (biodynamic, world-renowned)

• Moss Wood (iconic Cabernet Sauvignon)

• Woodlands (elegant, family-owned)

Spend your days exploring cellar doors, enjoying long lunches at winery restaurants, and tasting some of Australia's finest wines, then return to your private villa for a swim and sunset on your deck.

Beaches Are Close When You Want Them

You're only 10 minutes from Yallingup's stunning coastline:

• Injidup Natural Spa (rock pool swimming)

• Canal Rocks (dramatic coastal boardwalks)

• Smiths Beach (pristine white sand)

• Yallingup Beach (world-class surf)

You get the best of both worlds: lakeside serenity as your base, with beaches and coastal adventures just a short drive away.

Eco-Luxury: Off-Grid Without Compromise

Edge Luxury Villas is completely off-grid, but you'd never know it.

Fully solar-powered with extensive battery storage
Rainwater-fed, the water in your villa fell on the roof above you
EV charging station powered by the same off-grid solar system

You get five-star comfort, freestanding bath, king-size bed, fully equipped kitchen, reverse-cycle air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, while your environmental footprint stays surprisingly light.

For many couples, this is part of what makes the stay feel good. Luxury that doesn't cost the earth.

Who Edge Is Perfect For

Edge tends to be the right choice for couples who:

Are planning a proposal – 22 couples got engaged here in the first year alone
Are celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary – milestone moments deserve a special place
Drive an EV – charge with clean, off-grid solar while you stay
Crave deep quiet – you want to hear birds and water, not traffic and crowds
Love the idea of lake swimming – your own private swimming hole steps from your villa
Want to explore wine country – but retreat to complete privacy afterward
Are traveling from Perth, Sydney, or Melbourne – for a 2-4 night romantic escape
Don't want to share your space – no kids, no groups, no strangers in corridors

If your idea of luxury is less about buffets and more about uninterrupted time together in an award-winning villa floating over a private lake, Edge is where you belong.

When a Resort Isn't the Right Choice

Coastal resorts and country lodges are fantastic, for certain trips.

They're great when you want:

• Shared facilities and on-site restaurants

• A social atmosphere with more buzz

• Space for families or larger groups

But for couples wanting:

• To avoid busy common areas and shared hallways

• Nights where you hear water lapping, not car parks or corridors

• A villa designed just for two adults, not a repurposed family room

• Time to slow down together in one beautiful, private space

...an overwater villa in Wilyabrup is usually a better fit than a busy beachfront resort.

Your Four Villas, Each With Its Own Character

• Vineyard's Edge Premium Villa 1 – accessible villa with all 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 overwater deck with hammock and binoculars

• King-size bed with lake views

• Deep freestanding bath overlooking the water

• Fully equipped kitchen

• Complimentary Margaret River wine and freshly ground coffee

• Complete acoustic privacy (walls 30% thicker, double-glazed windows)

• Swimming access to the pristine lake

• Wood fireplace (seasonal, for cooler months)

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

This Is Where Your Story Happens

Twenty-two couples got engaged at Edge in the first year.

Countless others celebrated anniversaries, honeymoons, and quiet reconnections.

Some came to escape. Some came to celebrate. Some came simply because they needed to remember what it felt like to be alone together.

Whatever brings you here, Edge gives you the space to let it unfold naturally.

Ready to experience the difference?

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

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

Questions Couples Always Ask

• 1. Are the villas truly adults-only?

  Yes. Each villa accommodates two adults only. No children, no visitors, no exceptions. This is by design, to protect the quiet, romantic atmosphere every guest is seeking.

• 2. How private are the overwater decks?

  Completely. The decks are angled and screened so it's physically impossible to see into another villa, even when all four are occupied. You have total visual privacy.

• 3. Can we actually swim in the lake?

  Absolutely! The lake is pristine and perfect for swimming, especially in summer. Many couples dive straight in from their deck. It's one of Edge's most unique features.

• 4. Is Edge eco-friendly?

  Yes. Edge is fully solar-powered, uses rainwater collection, and provides EV charging, all powered by the off-grid solar system. You get five-star luxury with a light environmental footprint.

• 5. How far is Edge from wineries and beaches?

  You're in Wilyabrup, the heart of wine country. Iconic wineries like Vasse Felix, Cullen, and Moss Wood are minutes away. Yallingup beaches are 10 minutes, Margaret River town is 25 minutes, and Dunsborough is 30 minutes.

• 6. What makes Edge different from other luxury accommodation?

  Edge is purpose-built for couples, not adapted from a family property. Only four villas, adults-only, cantilevered over a private lake, with award-winning architecture and complete acoustic privacy. It's a very specific kind of luxury, intimate, quiet, and deeply romantic.