Blue Willow Country Cottage

Summary:

📚Many books, articles and songs were written within these walls. Enjoy the sounds of nature, views of hummingbirds and the most beautiful sunsets when you stay here. It is the ideal place to get away from the busy and fast pace world and just relax. This little cottage is ideal for writers as it has a beautiful writing space with a view of nature to inspire you as you meet its beautiful panoramic views of the sunset, inspiring you to let your creativity soar in this little country sanctuary❤️



The Space:

3 bedroom

1 Bath

1 acre of country space

Outdoor picnic tables and space to be inspired



Guest Access:

You may use any space within the fenced area.



Getting Around:

Blue Willow Country Cottage — A Quiet Escape in the West Texas Countryside



Blue Willow Country Cottage offers a true country retreat, tucked away on a quiet rural road northeast of Abilene. Surrounded by open land and big Texas skies, this is the perfect spot to slow down, relax on the porch, and enjoy some genuine peace and quiet — while Abilene's restaurants, culture, and attractions remain within a comfortable 20-30 minute drive.



🍽️ Restaurants



Twisted Root Burger Co. — 21 min

Cork And Pig Tavern — 21 min

Blu Barrel Bar & Grill — 22 min

Lytle Land & Cattle Company — 24 min

Texas Flaming Grill — 24 min

Little Italy Pizza & Pasta — 24 min

Frontier Texas! Museum — 26 min

Vagabond Pizza — 27 min

Beehive Restaurant — 27 min

Cypress Street Station — 27 min

Joe Allen's Pit Bar-B-Que — 27 min

Copper Creek Restaurant — 30 min

Aperitivo — 34 min

Taylor County Taphouse — 36 min

The Shed Market — 43 min

Perini Ranch Steakhouse — 60 min (Buffalo Gap; a memorable trip for excellent steak)



🎭 Culture & Family Attractions



Abilene Zoo — 22 min

Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden — 27 min

The Paramount Theatre — 27 min

The Grace Museum — 27 min

12th Armored Division Memorial Museum — 27 min

PrimeTime Family Entertainment Center — 31 min



🎓 Universities



Abilene Christian University — 22 min

Hardin-Simmons University — 25 min

McMurry University — 31 min



🏆 Sports & Events



Recreational Outdoor Complex (The ROC) — 22 min

Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center — 22 min

Taylor Telecom Arena — 24 min

Shotwell Stadium — 24 min

Abilene Convention Center — 27 min

Wylie Little League Fields — 34 min

Red Bud Park — 34 min



🌳 Outdoors & Parks



Grover Nelson Park — 23 min

Oscar Rose Park — 31 min

Abilene State Park — 67 min



✈️ Getting Around



Abilene Regional Airport — 24 min

Hendrick Medical Center (North) — 25 min

Hendrick Medical Center South — 36 min

Dyess Air Force Base — 45 min



Whether you're here to unwind under the stars, enjoy a slower pace of life, or use it as a peaceful base while exploring the Big Country region, Blue Willow Country Cottage offers space, serenity, and a true taste of rural Texas living.



Other Things to Note:

Blue Willow is 10 miles outside of Abilene. There are two ways to get there from town. The shortest of the two involves driving on approximately 4 miles of caliche county road. If you want to avoid a majority of the caliche road there is a way that is mostly paved but it’s five miles longer and you will still drive on about 1.5 miles of caliche road. They are well maintained county roads but they you are still in the quiet country.



The neighbors are mostly older families but there are a few younger families. Everyone keeps to themselves.



Pet-Friendly Accommodations

We love welcoming well-behaved dogs to this property! Just a few things to know before you book:

• Pet fee: $75 per pet, per reservation (a one-time flat fee, no matter how long you stay)

• Dogs only, please — we're not able to accommodate cats at this property

• Let us know ahead of time: Please mention your pet(s) when you book so we can prepare properly

A Few Guest Responsibilities

• Please keep an eye on your pet and avoid leaving them alone in the property for long stretches

• If your dog will be alone at any point, they'll need to be crated

• Pets should stay off furniture and beds unless we've said otherwise

• We ask that you cover the cost of any damage your pet causes (charged to the card on file)

• Barking that disturbs the neighbors may lead to extra fees or an early checkout, so please help us keep the peace

Pet Waste

We ask that you clean up after your pet promptly — both indoors and in the yard — throughout your stay. Please do one final check before you check out: any pet waste left in the yard, on patios, or anywhere on the property will result in a significant additional cleaning fee charged to the card on file, so we really appreciate a thorough sweep before you go.

A Couple of Important Notes

We're not able to accommodate cats or exotic pets at this property — if one is brought without approval, it will result in a substantial fee in addition to any repair and cleaning costs. Small dogs can be requested and approved case-by-case before check-in, but unfortunately, we can't approve dogs over 100 lbs (this includes Emotional Support Animals).

*Registered and papered Service Dogs are always welcome.