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Summoner Sanctuary
Summoner Sanctuary
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Fall decor at Summoner Sanctuary

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 / music room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews.

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for work crews*
Stylishly updated 3 bedroom house, conveniently located in the official Storybook Capital of America! Positioned within walking distance from the Taylor County Expo Center, Dodge Jones Sports Center, Shotwell Stadium, The Abilene ZOO, and Lytle Land & Cattle and only minutes from the Abilene Airport. Fully furnished, cozy and perfectly situated as your home away from home while you're in Abilene for your special events at the Expo Center, Convention Center, sports event, graduation, college reunion, CALF festival, rodeo, or family vacation.
When renting the house, guests have full access to kitchen, fridge, washer and drier, living spaces, TV, and parking. The garage has been converted to a music room--carpeted with couches, an additional TV and a piano. There is also a garden tub in the master bathroom. This property is the owner's residence and he and his kids live there on the off weeks when the house is not rented. They enjoy creating a space that is very welcoming and inviting for guests!

This location is perfectly situated for any event you may be attending in Abilene. It is minutes from the loop which makes any location in Abilene no more than 15 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted on the property at all.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This property is NOT AVAILABLE to work crews and the renter on the account must be present- not renting for other people. Thank you! :)
No smoking on property--inside or outside. Smoking will incur a $500 fine
If the house is left in such condition after rental that extra cleaning services are required, the guest will be charged a second house cleaning fee.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Abilene

Located in Abilene, this holiday home is near a water park. National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Rose Park Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Abilene Zoo and Prime Time Family Entertainment Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Taylor County Expo Center or Moody Coliseum. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Abilene, TX

What's nearby

  • Taylor County Expo Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Abilene Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Camp Barkeley Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Abilene Christian University - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Dyess Air Force Base - 12 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Braum's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lytle Land & Cattle Co. - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews.?

As of 15 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews. on 19 Mar, 2026 start from S$425, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews. located?

Situated in Abilene, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Taylor County Expo Center, Abilene Zoo and Camp Barkeley Dog Park. Abilene Christian University and Frontier Texas are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house with great communication. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently located and comfortable. We’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L. G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We drove up for the Texas Hereford Winter Classic and this was the perfect home close- to Expo & everything! The home is warm and cozy, well decorated and styled. Awesome family style couch! Easy check in and out! Great host, warm welcome, will be back next time in Abiliene! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and exceptional hospitality. Welcoming and friendly for all our needs. Each bedroom was set up beautifully. Fresh linens and main areas were perfect for dinner or relaxing watching TV. Close to the area we were spending most of our time - at the Expo Center.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and the house was clean. He also had good recommendations for places nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was easy to reach and work with. Convenience and comfort were the best parts for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lessons we have learned. . We would do our research before hand and read reviews. How someone responds to unfavorable comments tells a lot about a person. We would recommend not renting from someone’s personal house. It is hard to separate the emotions of your home from the business end of it. As a paying VRBO customer you want a place to stay with no drama. It shouldn’t overshadow your trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very nice however it felt a little uncomfortable because many of the homeowners personal belongings and family photos were all over the house. I felt more like I was staying with someone at their personal house than at a VRBO. For some I think that would be fine but it was a little weird for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Real Treat

From our first message to Brandon, until check out, our stay was seamless. Great atmosphere, in a quiet neighborhood. Brandon makes sure you have EVERYTHING you need and more. The low lighting, as you arrive is very relaxing, and the sheets are fabulous. All around a comfortable and relaxing stay! Thank you for all your accommodations, Brandon:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful

The house was amazing, spacious, comfy, only thing to have made it better was if i were coming home there everyday. Brandon was super helpful leading up to our stay with info about the check in, places to see, to eat, just an absolute outstanding person! We all def enjoyed the LARGE couch, plenty of room and not feel cramped
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

So comfortable Felt like home

We couldn’t have asked for a better home or person to rent from. Brandon was so helpful and the house was perfect for our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann T.

House on Summoners street - Wonderful place to stay.

The house was beautiful and the neighborhood was a wonderful, quiet, place to stay. I would definitely stay again and I would recommend others to stay. Nash - the house pet that stayed in the back yard was a playful dog that my family loved.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Clean, family-friendly house

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay! The house was very clean and the beds were comfortable. Brandon was easy to communicate with and his dog Nash was so friendly. Thanks again for making our trip to Abilene a memorable one.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just like home!!

Wonderful experience, host was gracious and accommodating!! Five stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The host went out of his way to communicate every thing we needed to know about the home. The furnishings and the décor were amazing. Had fun staying in Abilene and the house made it even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location on Summoner!

Brandon answered all of our questions and more. We will be back! Thanks so much for an awesome homey place to stay with a pool in 100 Plus temps! The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosa I.

Perfect home away from home!

Our first experience using VRBO and we will definitely be using it again. We were so pleased with this place, it was everything we were looking for. We picked Abilene as a middle point to meet for a special weekend between our family and a family very dear to us. We had not see each other in months and just want it a quiet place that we can spend quality time together. This home is a real "sanctuary", the perfect home away from home!! Brandon the owner of the property was so nice, helpful and accommodating. His hospitality made us feel so welcome. He also provided recommendations on places to dine and it was spot on! This is also the perfect place to stay in, cook together, relax and watch a movie, just as you would do in your own home. We absolutely loved the home décor. The mixture of things made it so much more interesting and they work so nicely together. The music room was a hit for our two boys 12 years of age. They loved having their own place to play, relax and enjoy games. The location is perfect, we visit the zoo at just 3 minutes away and restaurants downtown are also very near by. If we ever go back to Abilene, we know were to stay! Rosa I. Puerto Rico
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Host Ever!

Our family has stayed in VRBO's in several states, Brandon is the best host we have ever had, above and beyond making sure we had everything we needed. Beautiful house, inviting and homey from the minute we walked in. So appreciated all the information about Abilene, places to eat, shop, and things to do. Brandon you made everything easy for us, so we could relax and enjoy our stay, truly appreciate your time and effort for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Abilene

Comfortable and homey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home better than pictured.

This was a beautiful home in a great location. It is even more beautiful than pictured. The host Brandon was amazing. We rented this home for a girls weekend. I will definitely be running this home again in the future. My children plan to stay here when they visit Abilene. This was such a great home I have recommended it to my local church for pastors when they come into town. I can’t wait to stay in this lovely home myself again. Thanks Brandon for sharing your home with all us girls!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Comfortable with Amazing Host!

This home was very comfortable and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay while visiting our son in college. The host was very available and willing to please!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Thoroughly enjoyed the house and our stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Austin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Abilene Escape

I spent 5 years of my life in Abilene and we went back to see some friends from college. Great mid-town location with quirky Abilene charm throughout the house. The Host, Brandon, is a super host for a reason, he is great!

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Family time for two sisters,their brother and spouses

We truly enjoyed out time visiting, playing games, and eating at different places. It was a quite relaxing neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Great place to stay!

After flying in to Dallas for a wedding, I arranged to have a few more days in Texas to visit with family from Lubbock. Abilene was halfway between us, and the Sanctuary was the perfect place to spend a few days! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Brandon's home. The house is lovely, quiet, beautifully decorated, and provided ample room for two adults and two teens. The big screen TV was great for March Madness, and we enjoyed checking out the sites and restaurants of Abilene. Brandon was a great host, offering a warm welcome, tourist info, and many little things that made our stay more comfortable and fun. Nash (the dog) was delightful, but stays outdoors in case you are not a dog person. This was so much nicer than staying in a hotel, and we would definitely stay here again if we return to Abilene. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Scott Thomas

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After a couple of decades in the music and entertainment business in Nashville, I returned home to care for my mom. I am a proud father of three beautiful young adults. I love to make a place feel warm and inviting. If you come to Summoner, you can forget all your worries, kick back and just enjoy a restful and quiet time. There are many charming things about Abilene!

Why they chose this property

The minute I stepped into this home it felt open and warm--even before it was furnished and decorated. I knew that this could be a place that would be a sanctuary for my guests.

What makes this property unique

The Summoner Sanctuary is located right in the heart of Abilene's tourist destinations. Perfect for rodeo, sports playoff, or ZOO guests, it is within walking distance of these area attractions.

Also, I have left a list of some of the local night life and restaurant options that are unique to Abilene and not to be missed!

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