Samarkand is a romantic self-contained AAAT 4 star log cabin, with own entrance, attached to one side of the main homestead, with mellow pine walls, scrubbed furniture and fresh flowers. Enjoy the extra luxuries of bubble bath, scented soap, bathrobes, hair dryer and toiletries. Set in 6 acres of vines, gardens, gravel walks, gum trees and alpacas. Relax in the leafy covered courtyard or in your private 6 - person ensuite jacuzzi spa. There is a Queen sized bed, well equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher, airconditioning and cozy gas heating, electric blankets, and BBQ in the courtyard, a bathroom with a sunken bath, TV/VCR/radio/CD/tapedeck, and a washing machine & dryer. Very generous provisions are supplied for a cooked breakfast, including local bacon & free rance eggs, port & cookies supper, chocolates, sweets, almonds, and biscuits to go with the gormet selection of teas, coffees & drinking chocolate. BBQ packs with salads & breads, platters, soups, & inhouse massage may be ordered prior to stay. Vouchers are suppled for 10% discount at Premier McLaren Vale restaurants. Enjoy the views around the property, and watch the friendly alpacas grazing in the paddocks along side the courtyard. Walk in the extensive gardens, listening to the birds & admiring the shrubs, trees, roses, cottage & native gardens. Dogs are also welcome, are allowed inside, but must remain with their owners at all times. The gardens are available for Wedding Ceremonies, and photos, as part of a two nights stay package.