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Summoner Sanctuary
Summoner Sanctuary
Summoner Sanctuary
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Fall decor at Summoner Sanctuary

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Place, Taylor County Expo Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Abilene Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Barkeley Dog Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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

Property # 1105036vb
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

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
  • Hardin Simmons University - 7 min drive - 13.9 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
  • ‪Lytle Land & Cattle Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rosa's Cafe and Tortilla Factory - ‬4 min drive

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 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Conveniently located--home away from home. Please no work crews. on 11 Jul, 2026 start from S$568, 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 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
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

Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2025
Thank you, Jimmy! It was a pleasure having you guys. Come back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Thank you all for being stellar guests! The house looked great! Come back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec, 2025
Thank you, Lori! You guys were great guests!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much! You guys were DREAM guests! Thank you for the great communication and leaving the house looking amazing when you left. You are welcome back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much! Come back any time!
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb, 2026
I agree with Nancy. Please read. I have had trouble with work crews before. And, with one person renting for other people when they themselves will not actually be on property. Both of those things are against my house rules. I responded to Nancy’s request saying that I no longer rent to work crews and offered to help them find another property since I have friends here who have them. I was happy to help. Nancy begged me to reconsider and I told her that when there are work crews here, things get broken and no one wants to take responsibility. She assured me that would not happen and that I would not be sorry if I gave them a chance. So, I went against my gut and accepted the rental. I will say, over all, the guys were OK and did a good job with the house. Nancy’s husband, George, messaged me during the stay telling me that when he got into one of the cabinets (which was a cabinet filled with Christmas dishes…so why??) and reached for a bowl, some plates just “slid” out. Christmas dishes aren’t cheap. But, they had purchased the insurance and damage protection. Do you know why people do that? It’s because accidents happen. However, in spite of text messages from George in which he tells me he broke the plates and sends an example picture of what they were, neither George or Nancy wanted to accept responsibility. I filed and they are disputing. And that’s the real story Nancy doesn’t want you to know. I have documentation showing all of this. I would not rent to these people.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2025
I’m fascinated by this review. It says in the description of the property online that it is my residence. And, even in the pre-arrival material, I go over the fact that this is my house. I think it’s a pretty low class thing to rate me three stars when you could’ve just read for yourself and made your own decision. While I did say I would rent to you again, please don’t come back here.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you, Kristy! Guests like you are are why I love renting. Thank you for being amazing!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thanks so much! You guys were the perfect guests! Thank you for taking such great care of the place and for being so communicative! You’re welcome back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2025
Missie! You are the very best! You guys were the PERFECT guests! Can’t wait to visit your rental in Arkansas! I know it’s amazing! Please come back any time!
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much! You guys were awesome! Come back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
You guys were so awesome! Thanks for taking such great care of Mr. Nash in the weird April monsoon! I hope you’ll come back when we have sunnier skies! Thanks for being great guests!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2022
Thanks so much, Jon! Loved having you!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much! You guys were great guests. You’re welcome To come back any time! Have a great week!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thanks, Denise! You guys were amazing and you’re welcome back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
It was truly a pleasure to meet you guys, Rosa. I loved that my home could be home for you this weekend during your reunion with friends. Thank you for being wonderful guests and loving Nash. I hope our paths cross again! My best to all of you!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2022
Aw, you guys!!!!!! Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure hosting you. One of the best things about doing vacation rentals is when guests end up feeling like friends! Thank you for being the absolute best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darice D.

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

Abilene

Comfortable and homey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2021
Thanks so much! Y’all were the perfect guests!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb, 2021
Thank you! Loved having you guys! Y’all were the best guests!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2020
Thanks, David! Hope you guys have a great holiday season!
Verified

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!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2020
Thanks, Austin! You guys were so great! You are 5 star guests for sure. Come back any time!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
You guys were a pleasure to host. I hope you’ll come back again! Have a great week and God bless!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you, Cathi! You guys were such perfect guests. Thanks for coming and please come back any time! Doing vacation rental is made so much more enjoyable by meeting amazing people like you!

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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