Bella at Gnarabup Beach

Bella is no surfer dude. Went for a walk along the beach south of the White Elephant Cafe. The surf was really pumping but the reefs break it up so it is quite gentle at the beach. But Bella did not want to go anywhere near the water. she was just happy frolicking in the sand and chasing the odd seagull.

Bella loves a swim in the Margaret River

Bella met a friendly Jack Russel on the way to the Boat Shed but he didn't like swimming. Bella just goes straight in and then waits for me to throw a stick.

 

 

Unfortunately the boat shed on the banks of the Margaret River got burnt down during the November fire but I believe there are moves to rebuild it. It is beautiful stretch of the river and has a shallow rock platform ideal for launching boats and of course going for a swim.
 

Recent guestbook entries

25-4-12
Very relaxing, peaceful &enjoyable- see you again.
 Cheers, Bonnie & Sharon-Perth WA

21-4-12
Fabulous location and time spent here.thank you for your warm and gracious hospitality.
Bill & Harmony, Omaha NE USA

20-4-12
Beautiful surroundings, excellent facilities. We will recommend it to all our friends and family.
Thank you Mark, Lorena

18-4-12
Enjoyed our stay. A great location & place yourself in the middle of it all.
Will be back! Roy & Christine

18-4-12
Highly recommended! Thank you for a pleasant stay!
Monika & HK

15-4-12
Thank you for sharing your lovely BnB. We loved the quiet & beauty of the forest & roos. We hope to see you again!
Eugene & Rebecca. San Deigo.

18-4-12
Thank you Pam, Dirk & Bella for a lovely stay. Breakfast was very nice,
Charlie & Kathy Russo

12-4-12
Dirk, Pam & Bella- This has been one of our most comfortable stays in a BnB. your warmth, caring and special tips on what to see & do in Margaret River made all the difference to our holiday. The high standard of cleanliness and quality & finish of the rooms & bathrooms and the generous breakfasts added to a great homestay! Most importantly, making our 2 year old Sana feel at home here was reassuring for us!
Certainly a place we will recommend to friends!
Ashwani & Anita - Singapore
Avantika, Ashish & Sana - Hong Kong

25-3-12
Dirk, Pam & Bella, Thank you for a lovely, relaxing long weekend! The facilities & service have both been outstanding & I would definitely recommend this place to all of my friends! You will definitely see us again one day!
Donna & Allan -Perth

15-3-12
Thank you both for a very nice stay it was more than we expected and would love to stay again.
Toby & Maureen

13-3-12
Quiet & comfortable- cracking breakfast!
Thank you, Stu & Gina - Hong Kong

4-3-12
What a wonderful stay- very relaxing and it is so great being pampered. Love the bush surrounds, lovely garden and very comfortable! Great,
Kathleen & Max - Kalgoorlie

21-2-12
Dirk, Pam & Bella, Thank you for a wonderful stay, we were pleasantly surprised and should we be back this way we will definitely be back! Great room (comfy bed) great spa! Food was exceptional especially those gorgeous muffins! Thanks again & all the best!
Augusta & Alan - New Zealand

12-2-12
Dirk, Pam &Bella, Thank you for being so hospitable! Beautiful place to stay & great service. Highly recommended, make you feel right at home!
Rob & Kylie

First orchid for the season

The first Bunny Orchid has appeared. We had 12mm of rain and this was obviously enough of an indication for it to flower. Bunny Orchids are always the first orchids to appear but they only last about 3 weeks, then there is a gap before the other orchids start to flower.

Bella given a hamburger by guests

Bella was given a squeaky hamburger toy by guests Joy and Rod, who stayed for two nights. She now drops it at your feet and implores you to throw it.

The hamburger is now her favourite toy supplanting the squeaky rugby ball. Her other toys are two squeaky balls and a squeaky octopus.  She also has a variety of tugs and she never tires of wanting to play.

Sunset at the mouth of the Margaret River

Sunset at the mouth of the Margaret River is always a spectacle.

Sunset at the Mouth of the Margaret River

Sunset at the mouth of the Margaret River is always a spectacle.