Swan Valley: 2, 3 or 5 Nights for Two with Wine and Late Check-Out at 4* The Novotel Vines Resort & Country Club FROM $259 ( VALUE$545)

Nestled in WA’s oldest wine-growing region, Novotel Vines Resort in the Swan Valley and lies just 35 minutes’ drive from Perth. Rooms include all the trimmings needed for a fuss-free stay, along with balconies or courtyards where guests can watch kangaroos graze on the grounds come evening. Both rookie and experienced players can challenge themselves at one of the two golf courses or putt on the state of the art mini golf course. The 25-metre pool provides a place to cool down in warmer months and features a heated spa, sun lounges, and shaded areas. For more energetic pursuits there are several outdoor tennis and indoor squash courts along with a fully-equipped gym. Head to the award-winning Keishi Spa at the resort or float away your troubles at the new float pods at Float Swan Valley. Gourmands head to Muscat’s Restaurant for breakfast daily or dinner Thursday - Saturday, while those fresh off the fairway have a post-golf meal at Greenside Café. Sip on an exotic cocktail at Muscat’s Bar or sample light snacks at Vines Café and Bar. Groupies stay in a Resort Room, with queen beds and a balcony or terrace made for relaxing. The bottle of wine on arrival helps to set the mind in the holiday mode, while a 12 pm late checkout keeps things nice and relaxed to the very end of the stay.