Kangaroo in the garden

This morning there were some kangaroos out the back, having a nibble on the lawn. When I went out later to pick some chives and parsley for the scrambled eggs that I was making for a guest, I noticed the tops of the parsley had been neatly clipped. The roos had also eaten the tips of some native plant seedlings that Pam had planted on the weekend.

Providore, Chocolate Factory and Gaby's Muesli Factory

Went to the Providore for lunch today. This is a restaurant on Harmans Road linked to the Coward & Black vineyard and also linked to the next door Margaret River Chocolate Factory. The restaurant has a garden attached to it and produces a range of condiments and olive oils as well.

I had an artichoke and potatoe pie with a lovely salad and Pam had a salad, both very good, as well as a bottle of their SSB 08 that was very refreshing. The setting amongst a vineyard was very peaceful and the service excellent.

The Chocolate Factory has recently been enlarged with an enourmous show room full of ...things made of chocolate - what else! You can stuff yourself silly on little buttons of chocolate tasters which makes you feel warm and generous so you immediately go a buy some chocolate for later or for a friend.

Gaby's nut and cerial factory makes toasted muesli that we serve for our guests. It is a very fresh and a lovely blend and I've arranged to get it wholesale which will be better for us as we have just been getting it from the supermarket before.

Tracey & Dave, ACT, 22/5/09. We have really enjoyed our stay in Margaret River and especially at the lovely Loaring Place. The whole place is immaculate and we especially loved our room with all its special little pleasures and comfy bed. A big thankyou to Dirk for his friendliness and helpful touring advice - much appreciated. Thank you.

Sylvia, Mei & Eunice, Perth & HK, 22/5/09. Thanks for giving us a chance to share this beautiful place. A lovely place, a peaceful and happy stay.

Judy & Max, Auckland, N.Z. 21.05.9. This is a beautiful place, bush setting very special. We have been very well looked after, very comfortable - luxury! Many Thanks.

Good Rains

66mm of rain from a very windy night. 9 guests for breakfast this morning so quite busy. 

A Canadian lass and her big beau (Patricia and Mark) were going back to Canada but were already planning to stay here again in September with some friends.

Dani & Si, UK, 19/5/09. Lovely place to stay with lots of information on local attractions. Lovely location & warm welcome especially from Casey. Thank you.