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Does anyone have any suggestions? Possibly somewhere a short stagger from a restaurant?

Thanks

Try the Upper Reach Chalets, There is a good Restaurant at Upper Reach and others not far away, such as Sittellas

yeah they are booked on the night i wanted

any alternatives?

Perhaps The Vines Resort? Not big on cosy atmosphere, but plenty of facilities, and close to the wineries.
Or an on-site van (or chalet?) at the caravan park opposite Dear Friends restaurant

Depends on your budget. There's Hanson's hotel, right in the vines off West Swan Road, but I cannot speak from personal experience.

In fact, as a local, and someone who has worked in the Swan Valley, I find that it mostly closes down from 5pm. There's a couple of good restaurants (and I woul rate Stewart's among these) open at night, but, in my not-occasional searches for suitably romantic (and convenient to restaurant) accommodation (and preferably with a spa), I've found the Swan Valley to be sadly deficient.

There's no shortage of 3-4 star chalets - maybe check out http://www.swanvalley.com.au for a start - but, as I said, it depends on your budget - and your expectations.

Please let us know how you get on - us locals may learn something

Perhaps instead of the Valley, you might consider the Hills? A bit more driving, and not as many places to visit, but The Loose Box is considered on of the top restaurants in Perth (well, near Perth ) and it has chalets on site.

Don't forget Stayz they have some good places off the usual guides
http://www.stayz.com.au/accommodation/w ... wan-valley