Farm Tours, Sales, Breeding & Boarding Available. Farm Store filled with Alpaca Products.
Visitors always welcome. Walk an alpaca and then check out our beautifil farm store filled with hats, scarves, gloves, sweaters for everyone and so much more. Queen size blankets in an array of colors. Alpaca is warmer than wool, softer than cashmere, hypoallergenic, moisture wicking and just plain Luxurious. stop in and see for yourself.
Keywords: Clothing for Men, Woman & Children. Farm Tours.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
2 years for the Mercantile and 5 years for the farm
What is your primary product or service?
Luxurious Alpaca Products, Hats, Scarves, socks, gloves, yarn, blankets, sweaters for all. We also enjoy visitors at our farm.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Before starting, we visited many alpaca farms and learned as much as possible about the animals and their care before making our decision to become alpaca farmers. They are very smart, domicile, loving animals and ease any stress of the day. We spend a lot of time daily with them and learn more about them and their individuality each day. We see them as part of the family.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Farm - We have Therapy Alpacas on our farm which makes them very easy to handle/walk for Handicapped visitors. We have easy access and the alpacas are open for all to see.
Mercantile - We offer hard to find Queen Size Blankets and all of our products are affordably priced.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
one
Provide detailed directions to your location
Route 5 to Pembroke, NY, turn North on Lake Road/Center of Town and drive down to stop sign. Jog right then left onto Marble Road. Drive down 1 mile and we are on the left at 8100 Marble Road/Look for the sign at the road.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash
Which areas do you service?
WNY and beyond
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Michael Margarucci & wife/Cathy Marble
What are your hours of operation?
Daily 10-4/Weekends by chance or Apt
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The alpacas are so beautiful and friendly. We love your products.