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Maxine's Place- A Wonderful Family Legacy

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Backyard and Fire Pit Area
Cozy Living Room
Game Room
Best. Granny. Ever!!
Dining Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Abilene Christian University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Taylor County Expo Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Abilene Zoo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Maxine's Place- A Wonderful Family Legacy

Maxine’s Place is a one-of-a-kind gem that’s bursting with charm! When you stay here, you’ll be swept into a delightful wave of good vibes that’ll make your heart do a happy dance. It’s like stepping into a magical world where every corner has its own little sparkle.Not only can you sip on a delicious cup of coffee while watching the most breathtaking sunrises, but you can also unwind in the evenings around our cozy fire pit, nestled in a backyard adorned with blooming rose bushes. Inside, you'll be whisked back in time with a sprinkle of nostalgia, thanks to charming deco details and some delightful antique furnishings. This spacious haven has everything you need, from a fun game area for the kids to a fully stocked coffee bar for the grown-ups.

And a little about Maxine: she was a true 1932 Model, as she fondly called herself, hailing from Eula, TX. Maxine earned numerous basketball medals in high school and spent over 50 years as a beloved teacher with Abilene Independent School District. She later went on to mentor future educators, wrapping up her career at Abilene Christian University. Living to the grand age of 91, she passed away in 2023. Maxine adored this home, and her granddaughter, after giving it a few updates, is thrilled to share its warmth and charm with you!

Property manager

Nathan & Kristi Harwell (B&B Hosting)
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$50 per pet fee. Please pick up any "gifts" left i
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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 are allowed on site
Note from host: If you have more people visit the house than the h
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Abilene

Abilene is home to this holiday home. Frontier Texas and Grace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Cinemark Abilene. Travelling with kids? Consider Abilene Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Moody Coliseum.
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Abilene, TX

What's nearby

  • Abilene Christian University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Taylor County Expo Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hardin Simmons University - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Hendrick Medical Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Abilene Zoo - 8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maxine's Place- A Wonderful Family Legacy pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Maxine's Place- A Wonderful Family Legacy located?

This family-friendly Abilene holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Abilene Christian University, Abilene Zoo and National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature. Moody Coliseum and Frontier Texas are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Welcoming retreat

Our recent stay at Maxine's Place was just what we were looking for - welcoming, clean, quiet and great location. We have stayed in numerous vacation rentals, and Maxine's Place ranks right up there in the top. Nathan was exceptionally helpful and did a great job making us feel welcome and "like family". We were visiting family in Abilene, and will absolutely plan to stay at Maxine's Place on future visits! Definitely 5 stars!

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

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

Great location great hosts!

The house was just like listed, met our needs for the weekend. Had everything we needed and the hosts were extremely helpful and responsive to questions! It was a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

B T.

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

Great

Property was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Maxine's Place

Everything was perfect! House was spotless, comfy and very user friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nathan & Kristi Harwell (B&B Hosting)

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Why they chose this property

Near Abilene Christian University, this property is perfect for families visiting their student, friends meeting in town for sporting event, or just getting together "because."
Something for every age group can be found at Maxine's Place!

What makes this property unique

The wonderful outdoor spaces are great for relaxing and watching a beautiful sunset, or kids playing hide and seek. Lot's of room to run and play in the plush grass, or relax under the shade of beautiful trees (yep! TREES! In West Texas!).

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests