Waratah Cottage was the inaugural property, firmly aimed at the private, romantic, bonking-break market. It''s a little, 4-room stone cottage - bedroom, sitting room with wood fire, fully equipped kitchen with wood burning heater and a bathroom the size of a football field. Inside the bathroom is a double spa and double shower. It''s also got a huge one-way window that overlooks the valley. If that doesn''t get the creative juices flowing...

Outside there is a vine covered patio that catches the morning sun, looking over a cottage garden bursting with colour and birdlife. Like Hillgrove House, you get a feeling of seclusion and romance, yet you are only minutes from many Adelaide Hills attractions and a selection of local restaurants and cafes specialising in delicious local produce. There are other properties on this road, but, through clever design and landscaping, you can''t see them.

The sitting room includes a television, video and CD player and, of course, the selection of material is biased toward romantic pursuits. Meg Burdett offers all the same delightful and thoughtful extras with both properties. That means the fully stocked pantry is exactly that - no meagre rations here, and there are the obligatory chocolates, port wine and Irish Cream decanters for getting you both in the mood.

After your spa bath action, with complimentary oils of course, grab your towel from the heated towel rail and slip into a big fluffy bathrobe and slippers. Extinguish the candles. The rest is up to you.

In the morning you can find all the ingredients for your own breakfast feast - pancakes, pastries, different breads, jams, preserves, meats, eggs - you name it. And it doesn''t stop there. There is always a bowl of fresh fruit and in the refrigerator there is champagne, juices, icecream and more. You will indulge, believe me.

The rates at both properties are the same - around $170 a couple for a two-night escape, cheaper each night after that.