Located in a spacious, Federal/Classical style home built in 1870, Dowell House has a rich history and an elegant ambiance to share with you. Step back into an era when life was genteel and slow. Linger over a full, fresh breakfast on Saturday or Sunday morning in the dining room, and then relax; have that second cup of coffee or sip tea in the sunroom or on the shady deck; explore McKinney's old Town Square with its many art galleries, antique and crafts shops; drive along quaint streets lined with turn of the century homes; or enjoy one of the many historical museums and sites in the area, yet be close to many fine restaurants and shopping facilities in the metropolitan Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Your stay includes refreshments upon arrival, and a tour and information on the history of this home, where parts of the original "Benji" movie were filmed. We provide double occupancy accommodations in charming rooms with full or queen sized beds.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES:

• Near quaint Town Square with many antique shops, art galleries and gift shops
• Also nearby, Plano Hot Air Balloon Festival, Heard Natural Science Museum, wonderful city park with lake, ducks, paddle boats, volley ball, horse shoe pits.
• Fifteen minutes north of Dallas on US 75. Town of McKinney has several annual festival events, including Dickens' Christmas on the Square, Christmas Tour of Historic Homes, Mayfair, and Harvest Fest.