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Sparhawk Bed and Breakfast

3695 South 1st Street, Abilene, TX 79605
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Sparhawk Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #1 of 5 Abilene B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
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West Texas
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011

We always stay at the Sparhawk art gallery when in Abilene. Donovan Sparhawk is an artist who is a real free spirit and has lots of ideas. It is refreshing to meet someone who is more unconventional and doesn't just do the same old thing as most people. The facilities include 3 guest rooms and an art gallery where Donovan... More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
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We drove there for a weekend to check out more of Texas. It was an old motel that the owner, Donovan Sparhawk apparently saved a portion of..all of three rooms! He was a very pleasant host as was his partner. His artwork was interesting and so was his paper airplane making, but we had intended to have more time together... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011 via mobile

I have stayed at b&b's before, & I went into it knowing that this would be a little different.  The rooms were small but very comfortable, and I got a great night's sleep.  There is a train nearby that runs several times a day, but it really didn't bother me. The area inside the gate had a couple of non-running... More

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The Colony, Texas
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2010
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Sparkhawk B & B is an unusual oasis in Abilene, TX. On South 1st, its tucked away behind trees. Once you drive in the private gate you step into a quiet Japanese garden. There is no TV or computer connections. Its very restful (except for the train that goes by several times a day). Donovan Sparhawk makes a great breakfast... More

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Canyon,tx
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2010
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We spent one night with Donovan on a "spur of the moment get away "and would have stayed longer!!!!!!! He is an UNBELIEVABLE artist and an all around great guy and host..made us feel very welcome....not to mention, a paper airplane enthusiast and accomplished cook!! He aims to please and put out a delicious breakfast. We live in Canyon, Tx... More

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Plano, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2010
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My boyfriend and I stayed here this past weekend and enjoyed our stay very much! It was a charming little gem off S 1st street you would hardly be able to find it even if you were looking but its there inbetween a gas station and a China Star resturant. It was small yet charming with lots of history (... More

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Lubbock,Tx
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2010
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Very uniquie and outside the ordinary. My wife surprised me with this adventure. I had no idea where we were going until we pulled into Donovan's driveway. We were met with real enthusiasm. He was glad we were there. He is an awesome artist and great sushi chef. Sushi is not in my food group but it was one of... More

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Kerrville, Texas
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2009

Donovan is an artist and a neat guy. This place is VERY different. The rooms are wonderfully 50's and very clean. No TV (a plus in our eyes!) He makes great sushi (ask in advance...!) and good breakfasts! You get a free pencil drawing art lesson (if you want...we wanted!) and origami. You also have to love dogs...he is a... More

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Cleburne, TX
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2008

I highly recommend that you stay here. Donovin is very polite and friendly. He makes a wonderful breakfast too! Even though it's in the middle of the city, it's very closed off and serene. You will love it!

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2008

Donovan Sparhawk is an artist and runs this 3 room bed and breakfast. He also loves dogs, so a visitor must like to be around his dogs who are very friendly. The atmosphere is serene even though it is by a major street. The placement of the rooms dampens the noise. There is also a water garden by the rooms.... More

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