With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Abilene, within a 5-minute drive of Abilene Christian University and Alexander Clinic. .This family-friendly apartment is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Moody Coliseum and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium.
Abilene Christian University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Moody Coliseum - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
Taylor County Expo Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
Hardin Simmons University - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
Getting around
Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In - 14 min walk
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Whataburger - 18 min walk
KFC - 10 min walk
Rosa's Cafe and Tortilla Factory - 8 min walk
About this property
Cozy apartment in downtown Abilene, welcome to the back porch!
Located in Abilene, this fabulous apartment is a soothing retreat. You will feel instantly at home. With a bathroom featuring a shower, hand soap and a hair dryer, you'll have everything you need to unwind after a day of exploring. It even has a fully stocked kitchen with coffee and bottled water. There is an additional living space with a comfortable queen bed that will provide ample room for guests to relax and recharge. We'll be available via messaging to answer any questions during your visit.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free apartment features books, games, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
0.5 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
When booking please make sure to list all tenets. If any other guests are brought and not listed there will be a charge of $25 per extra guest.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Cozy apartment in downtown Abilene, welcome to the back porch! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Couldn’t have asked for a better experience: easy instructions for entry/departure, clean, more space than even anticipated (or needed), and great location! Will definitely be back, especially as hotel prices are soaring!
Place is very central to town and lots of things accessible such as restaurants and grocery shopping. The expo center and zoo are less than 10 minutes away. Really a great place when you need to be on a trip and still function as a home.
Great place to stay while picking up or dropping off daughter at ACU. I live too far away to do a round trip in one day. This place was perfect for staying near ACU campus!
This VRBO was one of the best I have stayed in so far. Easy check in and out. They had everything you would have needed if you forgot something. Location was great for us. I would definitely love to stay here again if it is available.
Everything I needed was easily found, comfortable accommodations. Host was so kind. Highly recommended!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian
Feb 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Back Porch was a great experience! The place was very clean, everything worked well. It was chilly outside but the heaters made the inside super cozy in no time at all! I would recommend this place to anyone wanting a comfortable place to stay in Abilene for a great price! I will probably use this property for all my stays every time I visit Abilene moving forward, I enjoyed it that much!
Great place close to ACU, downtown area, etc... . Lots of room as well that provided what we needed for our stay. Thanks!
Luke C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marcos
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location! Very clean location, quick access to local stores and restaurants, and located in a safe neighborhood. We would definitely book again here:)
The apartment was clean, well stocked, quiet and comfy. We absolutely enjoyed our whole weekend and it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. The management was super nice and professional.
I was more than impressed with this place. Very clean and roomy. Everything was in working order, and cozy! Quiet and safe neighborhood. We were by several food places! I will definitely be staying here again.
Private yard, comfortable beds, clean and smelled amazing. Fridge stocked with water. Needs more coffee mugs, but otherwise great for our family attending a Hardin Simmons football game.
Viviana E.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jennifer
Mar 11, 2026
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We used an odd Keurig selection (provided by host) which produced a burnt smell. After checking out we were told we were being charged the extra cleaning fee for smoking in the unit (which never happened). Tried calling Vrbo and could not understand one word the rep was saying. It’s too bad a trip to see our son in the Air Force ended with such dishonesty. Nice scam VRBO!
This is a great alternative to a hotel. We were in town for Abilene Christian University Homecoming to visit our college kid and it was close to campus and very convenient. Good neighborhood, close to restaurants and downtown. The only critical point I would have was the hotwater ran out on our shower about 5 minutes into it which was not a big deal for a man who takes a quick shower but was problematic for my wife and teenager.