It’s not uncommon to spot cows, horses, chicken and maybe even some sheep grazing idly on a farm or countryside, but can you remember the last time you spotted a shaggy alpaca or a curious llama? These gentle and social animals may have historical ties to South America, but many have happy homes right here in the States. At Historic Maple Hill Manor in Springfield, Kentucky guests of all ages can make play time and pet or observe alpacas and llamas on the 14 acre farm. This B&B is one of the first farms in Kentucky to raise these gentle animals and just like sheep; their soft and luxurious fibers are used to make yarn, sweaters, capes, scarves, hats, gloves and blankets. Guests can stop by the gift store and purchase these handmade items or take a home a “guest room companion bear,” a small keepsake teddy bear made from alpaca fiber.
Alpacas abound at Chimney Hill Estate & Ol’ Barn Inn in Lambertville, New Jersey as well. Guests can get up close and personal with the inn’s furry pets, a close-knit Alpaca family that greets visitors on a daily basis. The inn offers a special “Alpaca Package” which includes toy alpacas, Chimney Hill Estate mug, $50 gift certificate to a nearby restaurant, alpaca shaped cookies and an alpaca fiber scarf.
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