The house and carriage house were built in 1924 in an English Tudor Cottage and Craftsman combination of architectural styles. It was built by the Reese family, but was known for years as “the Thorton home” because the Thortons lived here from 1941 until we bought it in 1992. We have 19 acres in this property that extends along either side of Cedar Creek. We keep about 3 acres in gardens, lawns and orchards and have over 200 rose bushes- many of them are antique varieties. For most of the years we have lived here we have been able to irrigate our gardens from the creek- a definite blessing in West Texas.  You are free to wander at your leisure and enjoy any of our outdoor areas.  The view from the pergola is lovely, especially in the evening.  Often the sunsets are spectacular.  Other outdoor areas you might enjoy are the ponds in the lower garden, the vegetable garden and orchard down past the barn, and the old rustic chapel past that. Beyond that, there are the 14 Stations of the Cross with spots to sit and reflect or meditate.  The blue willow is named after the china- a favorite of mine when I was a child.

Breakfast:    Breakfast is served in your cottage anytime between 8:00 and 10:00am, Monday through Saturday.  On Sunday it is served anytime before 9:00am.  Breakfast varies according to availability and the whim of the cook!  It always includes fresh hand-squeezed juice and something delicious.  Please let us know of any food allergies in time for us to adjust the menu.  Coffee and tea are available in the kitchen for you to make when you arrive.

Check-in, check-out:    Check-in time is 2:30pm, but if we do not have guests the night before, we can arrange to have things ready earlier. Checkout time is noon, but, likewise, if we are not expecting guests, you are welcome to stay longer.

Smoking:  Because of insurance rates and guests with allergies, there is a no smoking policy.  Feel free to smoke on your balcony or anywhere else outside.

Telephone:  You have a private line for telephone privileges.  The number is 677.0528.   Please use a calling card or call collect when placing long distance calls.