Welcome to our charming 1930's historic home that exudes the elegance reminiscent of the curator's daughter, Clare. Enjoy the high ceilings, and a delightful mix of grays, turquoises, greens, and peacock blues throughout the home. The front formal living room boast timeless charm, while the family/TV room at the back offers a cozy space. Enjoy the brick-paved terrace and shade trees in the backyard! Experience cottage allure with exceptional details in this unique getaway.
Property manager
Nathan & Kristi Harwell (B&B Hosting)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
No pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Abilene
Sayles Blvd. Area, a neighbourhood in Abilene, is home to this holiday home. Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre and 12th Armored Division Memorial 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 Taylor County Expo Center or Moody Coliseum.
Abilene, TX
What's nearby
McMurry University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Hardin Simmons University - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Taylor County Expo Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Mall of Abilene - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Abilene Christian University - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Dixie Pig - 17 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage Clare - A Sayles Ranch Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cottage Clare - A Sayles Ranch Home ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage Clare - A Sayles Ranch Home ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage Clare - A Sayles Ranch Home located?
Located in Sayles Blvd. Area, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of McMurry University and Rose Park Tennis Center. Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre and Wildflower Day Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Pictures accurate. Clean and well equipped. We spent a lot of time at the house hanging out with family and having meals. Really enjoyed our stay. Nathan and DJ made sure we felt welcomed, even having ballpark snacks for us as they knew we were in town to watch my daughter games at McMurry.
Leslie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
15 March 2025
Music with friends
Cottage Clare was the perfect place to meet and visit with friends in Abilene, TX. We had a party of 4 adults. Finding a VRBO with our preference of king beds isn’t always easy. The Clare Cottage has three. We walked through the house admiring the perfect eclectic decor. We all commented on the quiet older neighborhood one of the guys enjoyed a morning walk. Communication was prompt and a replacement coffee maker was brought after realizing the current one wasn’t working. The cottage has all the tech needed nowadays. Our only disappointment was we had to leave a day early.
This property was perfect for part of my family to stay in over the Thanksgiving weekend and celebrate a family birthday with brunch. The house was very comfortable and spacious and the decor puts it over the top! The neighborhood was perfect! The hosts were great to work with and communicated check in and check out clearly and way in advance. We will rent this property again.
Everything about this house was just absolutely adorable. The attention to detail and all of the seating areas the collections the rooms that thread of teal all throughout was just awesome. The only thing that we would change would be to put in adult size toilets.
We had a wonderful time at this cute and well appointed cottage. It was perfect for our family to hang out with each other or go into separate rooms when needing different spaces and areas. We absolutely will be back.
Our stay was amazing. The house was so charming with so much character! Lovely quite neighborhood in such a cute town!
Would definitely stay here again.
Wedding party attendees, including bride and mother of the bride.
When the four of us staying at Cottage Clare walked in we all immediately giggled delightfully. Three of us want to move into it permanently. The decorations are quirky, beautifully color coordinated and obviously done by someone who enjoyed making it all work. There are interesting things to see and explore but decorated in such a tasteful fun way. There is a cute trike on top of the fridge!!
Besides the charming bones and timeless character, (it’s an older but well cared for home) the beautiful painted floors, the amazing colorful chandeliers, the house was very spacious but still cozy. Two of the beds are huge but all the beds were extremely comfortable.
Julie took care of all our needs. She went above and beyond with such kindness and professionalism. Julie is by far the best manager I have dealt with at any vacay rental place.
The house was stocked with everything anyone could need with plenty of back ups.
I want to return, and often.
Hi! We are B&B Hosting, located in Abilene. We're excited to host you at one of our properties. Our goal is to create excellent guest experiences by exceeding your expectations while you stay with us. Our team is committed to providing world famous West TX hospitality throughout your stay!
Why they chose this property
The Sayles Historic District holds a special place in our heart. These beautiful, historic homes on tree-lined streets with sidewalks make you want to slow down and enjoy the people you love a little more.
What makes this property unique
The collection of Sayles Ranch Guesthouses have been hosting families since 2004. These curated homes were among the first vacation homes in our city, and we are proud to be continuing to host birthday weekends, girls getaways, wedding parties, baby showers, and many more monumental events!
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests