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The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU

Apartment in Abilene with kitchenette

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Place, Abilene Christian University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hardin Simmons University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hendrick Medical Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU

Escape to The Nook, our cozy and comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat in Abilene! Relax and unwind with the convenience of a TV and a kitchenette, with complimentary coffee provided.

Our quiet and safe neighborhood is just minutes away from ACU, HSU, Hendrick Medical Center, and The Abilene Expo. The Nook is also conveniently located near shopping and restaurants.

Book now for a memorable stay in Abilene!

The Nook offers a cozy living and dining space perfect for two. With an attached full bathroom, kitchenette and walk-in closet, The Nook has everything you need to feel at home.

You will love The Nook's comfortable queen bed, smart TV and fast reliable wireless internet.

The kitchenette is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, dinnerware, eating utensils, wine glasses and bottle openers. The Nook also offers a Keurig coffee maker and plenty of K-Cups, as well as creamer and sugar.

With a fenced-in, shared backyard, The Nook is a great place to enjoy the day or catch one of those famous West Texas sunsets.

Whatever brings you to Abilene, we are glad that you are choosing to stay at The Nook. We hope the time you spend in our home makes your visit to Abilene even more enjoyable!

Forget the hassle of keeping up with house keys. Access The Nook using our secure and easy to use, keyless entry system! Our August Smart Lock system allows you lock and unlock The Nook with your smartphone. Don’t want to download another app? We have you covered! We are happy to issue you a unique code that can be entered into a keypad affixed to the outside of The Nook.

The Nook offers off-street parking for up to 2 vehicles which is accessible from the alley behind the main residence. Parking on the street is available and free, should you need it.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
Quiet Hours 10pm-6am please be respectful of our neighbors
No additional guest without prior approval
Please refrain from eating on the bed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Abilene

Located in Abilene, this apartment is in the city centre. Frontier Texas and Grace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Abilene Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium or Moody Coliseum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Abilene, TX

What's nearby

  • Abilene Christian University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hardin Simmons University - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hendrick Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Taylor County Expo Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Abilene Zoo - 8 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Braum's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cork & Pig Tavern - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Nook - Cozy 1/1 Guesthouse Near ACU located?

Located in the heart of Abilene, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Abilene Christian University and Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium. Moody Coliseum and Hardin Simmons University are also within 1 mile (2 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. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean and nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location and how the host made everything so easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had great communication from the host and had a great stay. The bed is very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Water pressure could be improved in bathroom, but will likely stay here again- convenient, quaint, and perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Quick trip

Convenient location for memorial we were in town for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Trina L.

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

Fantastic place!

We are so glad we stayed at the Nook. It was adorable, clean, and this will be our go to place when we come back to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

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

Lovely place

Simple and easy check in. Place was as described. Small but everything we needed. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

Cute and Private Rentals

Loved the parking and excellent customer service. Good location with everything needed for my stay. Easy to find but you'll need to read the description rather than put in your navigation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great stay

Great place close to ACU and many amenities. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

cozy and comfy

Perfect little place for a delightful stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Nice and Cozy Nook

This property lived up to its name, The Nook. It is just a small little place but well designed and very comfortable. Perfect place for one person or a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TERRI A., TALALA, OK

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

Retreat

This was an ideal spot to relax and use as my hub for visiting the Abilene area. I would stay there anytime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

The Nook

The stay at The Nook was a very pleasant experience. It was quiet, and we enjoyed our stay very much. We will stay there again when we return to Abilene.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Checking out Abilene

We enjoyed our two nights at the Nook. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L., Kingsland, TX, USA

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

Cozy retreat

This was my second time staying at The Nook and will be my go to place every time I visit my daughter in Abilene!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband and I had never been to Abilene, and let me say staying at The Nook, made our experience extra special. The Nooks location was perfect to all the main attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Just what I needed!

Centrally located and near ACU. Just what I needed for a peaceful place to stay while visiting my daughter!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie b.

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

Great place if you want to visit colleges

Great little place looks and feels like is listed! Close to all 3 colleges and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

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

The Nook Nesterience!!

We had a great experience staying at the Nook. I loved the private parking and private access to the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

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

Awesome place!

I loved the nook! It was quiet and perfect for us. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert C.

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

Perfect spot

Perfectly located for a visit with our ACU student. Easy access to campus. Nice little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk V.

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

Very comfortable, and peaceful. Served me well.

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L., Kingsland, TX, USA

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

Visit with daughter

I came in town to help my daughter - and The Nook was a perfect place to decompress at the end of my day! Conveniently located near ACU (which is a wonderful place to walk) The Nook will be where I will stay from here forward!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Thank you

Appreciated the property manager’s flexibility with my changing schedule. Excellent stay, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by The EIM Hosting Team

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Our team is made up of a group of ACU alumni and friends who have been in Abilene for over 15 years. We live locally and love this town. We take great pleasure in creating fantastic experiences for our guests in Abilene!

Why they chose this property

The Nook has everything you need in a small package, and is an excellent landing spot for your trip to Abilene. We ensure it's perfectly clean & convenient. The Nook has all the basic essentials and offers fantastic value.

What makes this property unique

The Nook is quite close to ACU, fantastic restaurants & shopping, and walking trails at ACU and Allen Ridge. It's a comfortable place to land no matter what brings you to town!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests