How cute are these girls?!?!

And who knew they only lived 10 minutes away from me….  at Four Points Alpacas – – one of the most beautiful places in Butler County, PA!

This past week, Marty and I had the wonderful pleasure to visit Four Points Alpacas – the home of our friends Don and Christina Wright (who we’ve met through our weekly date night to John’s Bar).  Don asked Marty to look at some electrical work, and they treated us to a wonderful tour of their extraordinary little piece of heaven on earth followed by an amazing dinner al fresco on a beautiful August evening.

This was my breathtaking view while dining on perfectly grilled medium-rare filet mignon steaks, fluffy baked potatoes, and tender-crisp roasted fresh asparagus.  (We’ll have to recommend that as a “special” at John’s!)

It is apparent Christina not only enjoys, but works very hard to keep everything looking beautiful, from the décor inside and out to the gardens and grounds.

And the front porch was only outdone by the beautiful back patio with bar/kitchen, Jacuzzi, gathering area, and a relaxing stone waterfall..

Driving up to Four Points Alpacas, which also boasts a beautiful bed and breakfast suite (The Inn @ Four Points), you experience 360 degree views of rolling hills, beautiful foliage, ponds, birds, and wildlife.

It really took my breath away.

And I just love Christina and Don’s style and all of their little homey and whimsical touches.

The trip to the barn was such a highlight.

And there is no doubt that Christina loves her alpaca family…

and they love her!

And besides alpacas, there are chickens, guinea hens, a duck, cats, and an extremely lovable Mom, Dad, and “Puppy” Great Pyrenees family that hang out with the alpacas (and that I also fell in love with!).

 I was amazed at how many different colors of Alpacas there are, and the Wrights also have a beautiful shop of handmade clothes, socks, teddy bears, rugs, and other beautiful treasures all made from the Alpaca fur at their Alpaca Apparel & Gift Boutique.

TEN of these Mommas are “expecting” and due any day.  Christina has promised to call me so I can run over and experience the birth of a Cria (Baby Alpaca).  She says a healthy one is 17-20 lbs, and can you believe these lovely ladies carry them for 11 1/2 months!  They get about a two-week break before they start all over again.

And the piece de resistance of the evening was watching the beautiful sunset as the Alpacas romped through the fields.

Thanks Don and Christina for one of the best Wednesday evenings I’ve had in a long time!

If you are ever in the area, be sure to check it out or consider spending the night or weekend at The Inn at Four Points Bed & Breakfast.  I guarantee you’ll make lots of new friends (like this pretty girl who stole my heart) while enjoying some of the best views in Western Pennsylvania with a couple of great hosts in their little piece of heaven on earth.

Cheers & Hugs,

Jodi