DESCRIPTION OF SHACKLETON B&B

Wendy and John are retired school teachers who guarantee to make your visit a memorable one. Our home is air conditioned and very comfortably furnished. The guest wing includes four large bedrooms, dining room and a spacious sunny lounge and verandah with extensive views across gardens to the mountains. Member of Bed & Breakfast Council of Australia AAA 4 star rated Gourmet's delight Scrumptious afternoon tea on arrival Delicious hot breakfast including fresh seasonal garden produce and home baked bread Air conditioned and comfortably furnished Guest wing includes four bedrooms, spacious sunny lounge, beautiful dining room and verandah Sweeping views across gardens to Brindabella Mountain 10 to 15 minutes drive to most areas of Canberra

Complimentary extras include: Gourmet afternoon tea / Wine and savoury nibbles on arrival. Guest kitchen - tea and coffee. Colour TV and radio in bedrooms. Electric blankets. Guest bathrobes. Central heating/cooling. Use of phone/fax/internet if required. Library of Australian magazines and books. Delightful company and story-telling.

People's Choice Awards for Great Accomodation Choosing a Short Break or Weekend Getaway is getting easier, says The Australian Bed & Breakfast as it announces the winners of the People's Choice Awards for Great Accommodation. "Guests staying at any B&B featured in the guide have the opportunity to complete a 'Guest Survey Form' and comment upon the special qualities which make a great B&B" says Carl. "It may be the warm welcome and outstanding hospitality or special location and great value.

"Bed and Breakfast hosts are niche market specialists, offering many different styles of accommodation." says Carl. "The common link is 'hospitality'. Bed & Breakfasts offer 'Personal Invitations' to travellers to stay in wonderful accommodation, appreciate delicious breakfasts and sample great hospitality." says Carl. The winners of The People's Choice Awards for Great Accommodation in 2002 are: ACT: Shackleton B&B, Mawson. (extract of media release titled People's Choice Awards for Great Accommodation. Date: 12/2/2003)

"...wonderful as always the food is beyond compare" Bruce Elder, Sydney Morning Herald "...short note to thank you...one of the best long weekends I've ever had...enjoyed your wonderful breaky's...room was great...thanks again" Susan and James "...little note to say thanks for the wonderful hospitality you showered upon us....Exploring Canberra was an adventure and your B&B added the extra touch of magic... David and Stephanie "...truly inspired by your wonderful garden and culinary delights...sure to pass on our recommendations to friends and family" Karen and Pane "Thank you once again...wonderful time...beyond the call of duty...aiming to come back to Australia in a few years" Rodney P

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