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The Gathering Place- with Arcade!

Family-friendly stay with water park in Abilene

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Children's area
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Place, Cinemark Century Abilene 12
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall of Abilene
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Dyess Air Force Base
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Abilene

In Abilene .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Abilene vacation home, you'll find Cinemark Century Abilene 12 and Mall of Abilene. Wildflower Day Spa and McMurry University are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cinemark Century Abilene 12 - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mall of Abilene - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dyess Air Force Base - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hardin Simmons University - 8 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Abilene Christian University - 10 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rosa's Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's Tex-Mex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Gathering Place- with Arcade!

Close to all the best restaurants in town, The Mall of Abilene, Movie Theatre, Strips Malls, Red Bud Park 3 blocks away (Playground, 5 miles of paved walking track, outdoor fitness center, prairie dog park! SPLASH PAD!!), YMCA of Abilene. GREAT LOCATION. $200/pet/stay

-Quiet+Safe Neighborhood
-Free WiFi
-Smart TV’s in all rooms
-COFEE BAR
-2 Kings, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 4 Twins, 1 pullout couch
-Fire Pit+Outdoor Lighting
-Foosball
-Trampoline
-Kitchen Utensils and Cookware
-Grill+Utensils
-Washer+Dryer

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Wash and put away dishes
Take trash to dumpster and room to road
Place towels in the washing machine
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO SMOKING- $1000 fine

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

The Gathering Place- with Arcade! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jill M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I cannot recommend this property. This house was filthy. The floors were so bad you couldn’t walk without shoes. The bath mats may have never been washed. Dishes and flatware looked to be used and then returned to the drawers and cupboards without washing. By day 2 there were black bugs on the kitchen counters and in the food we purchased. The property was missing many items advertised: soap and shampoo dispensers were empty in both bathrooms. Only 2 washcloths and 2 hand towels provided. No hairdryer. Very few dishes. None for children. No dish towels. No ice maker. No spices for cooking. There was a cabinet full of smoke detectors not installed. Such a disappointment we left our family Christmas holiday a day early.
Smoke detectors not installed
Spices provided. Filthy. Clumps in the salt container
After host sent someone to clean the floors I went back to check and wiped them with a damp paper towel
Inside of freezer
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E., Spring TX , USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts for this property were so professional and attentive. The home was clean and restocked with the necessities. It was perfect for our large family group that was attending a wedding in Abilene. The arcade room was a hit with both the kids and the kids at heart. Thank you for a delightful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!! Perfect for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly. Really cool arcade in home. Very clean and property managers were very responsive and helpful. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house to stay with family! Host was easy and quick to communicate with! Definitely will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean home in a great neighborhood. It was a quick stay for us, but we walked our dog a couple of times around the very friendly and safe area. Plenty of room in the home with amazing water pressure I with we could take home with us!!! The home is just as pictured and Josh was quick to respond if messaged.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was great, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great house and host. We will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lawrence Ct Stay

Really need to work on cleanliness. Microwave dirty, bed sheets looked dirty and had hair on them. Floor was also dirty AC not cooling properly- could never get inside temperature below 76 during the heat of the day.Property needs some tender loving care.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie P.

Lots of space

The property offers lots of room for a large family. There are some great amenities. Close to shopping and restaurants. Highways are easily accessible. The cleanliness of the property was a little less desirable. Not terrible but not what I expected. Windows and sills were dirty and dusty. Oven dirty and a few things broken throughout. Dust on ceiling fans. Beds felt as if sand had been scattered in them. Would have loved to enjoy the backyard but the lawn was a bit overgrown. Overall we loved the space and area. Great property and location for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing and can’t wait to have my family down again to rent this place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Calli M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

This place was very clean and was exactly what was advertised. Great location to.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kerr B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice & Sweet

Nice quiet neighborhood, great area, and nice house for a fun weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex K.

Liked: Cleanliness

An exceptional stay!

This property was everything that was advertised and much more! Clean, quiet and very comfortable. There were more amenities than advertised and communication with the property owner was quick and easy. I would recommend this in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley M.

Great Value

Lots of space, and very comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025