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5 Beautiful Small Towns in North Texas

Looking to move away from the big city? You're not alone. Many residents of Dallas-Fort Worth are relocating from the big city and settling down in smaller areas with fewer people, less traffic, more land and plenty of scenic views. Small towns also tend to be in more naturally beautiful locations, as they are away from major urban development. If you’re considering a move to a small town in North Texas, here are 5 beautiful small towns in north Texas (and the best way to move your belongings to them). 1. Ennis, TX You can’t think of Ennis without thinking about the Texas state flower. The Ennis Bluebonnet Festival is renowned for its blue-purplish blooms and the area turns into one of the most beautiful parts of the country during bluebonnet season, which runs from late March to late April. But many aren’t aware that there are 40 miles of bluebonnet trails (both driving and walking) for visitors to enjoy. Whether bluebonnet season or not, Ennis has the typical charm of a small Texas town and is worth considering for your next move. 2. Granbury, TX On the opposite side of DFW from Ennis lies Granbury, a city experiencing a booming population. It might not be a small town for long, but it will still be beautiful, highlighted by the gorgeous Lake Granbury. The Brazos River twists and turns through the city to create the lake and a unique ambiance unlike many small towns in North Texas. There are several historic points of interest in Granbury, as well as wineries, parks and lakeside homes nearby. Many of our customers rent a moving container and retire down near Granbury. 3. Azle, TX If you’re looking for the best sunsets and sunrises in North Texas, Azle might be the place to be. Thanks to the sprawling Eagle Mountain Lake, there is a rainbow of colors during these daily events, as well as an abundance of lakeside homes for new residents to enjoy. Don’t miss any of the lakeside trails, either, as they include lots of wildlife, vegetation and elevation changes. You might forget you’re in North Texas! 4. Celina, TX Celina experienced a 217 percent population growth from 2010 to 2020 (according to the Texas Economic Development Corporation) and it’s easy to see why. The downtown area is known for its historic homes and the school districts are top notch. It’s not too far from two lakes (Lewisville Lake and Lake Ray Roberts), as well as state parks and several other beautiful small towns. It’s convenient to rent a moving container and settle down in or near this great small town. 5. Whitney, TX The highlight of Whitney is nearby Lake Whitney State Park, which has miles and miles of shoreline and areas for camping. Also part of the Brazos River, Lake Whitney makes for a beautiful staycation spot and the city of Whitney itself is known as the “Getaway Capital of Texas.” If you ever wanted to live in a town with a resort-style feel, this is it. Whether you’re planning a move within or near Dallas-Fort Worth, trust the team at SAM (Store & Move) to get you there with one of our moving containers. Call us at 972-GET-A-SAM today for a no-obligation quote. Read the full article

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russian-dallas · 2 years

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mariewaltonrealtor · 3 years

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How About a Day Trip this Weekend?

Ennis The Official Bluebonnet City in Texas” TheBluebonnet trails; more than 40 miles ofmapped out driving trails. The annual EnnisBluebonnet Trails Festival is April 16th-18thand features live music, food, children’sactivities and photo opportunities with thebest blooms. The flowers typically peakaround the third week of April. #mariesellsdallas #bluebonnets #music #Food

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horsesseedsandhummingbirdwings · 6 years

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“Beautification is far more than a matter of cosmetics. For me, it describes the whole effort to bring the natural world and the man-made world into harmony; to bring order, usefulness-delight-to our whole environment, and that of course only begins with trees and flowers and landscaping.” —Lady Bird Johnson, 1968

My mother-in-law celebrates her birthday in April. Mom, now in her nineties, is an artist. She paints, has a knack for decorating, refurbishing furniture and is naturally drawn to color, the way a horse is drawn to grass. For fifty-some years she worked at a sweet little florist in downtown, Fort Wayne, Indiana, called, Cottage Flowers. Mom loves flowers and spent her days working as a designer, putting together floral arrangements for all types of family occasions. Flowers, color, and the ability to make beautiful bouquets, provided her with the perfect outlet where her creativity could flow on a day-to-day basis. It was only natural that she developed a fondness for our lovely state flower, the bluebonnet. We have Lady Bird Johnson to thank for the preservation of our bluebonnets! Our former First Lady saw, not just the beauty, but the value in the variety of the wildflowers that grow so abundantly throughout our nation. In 1982, Mrs. Johnson and the lovely actress, Helen Hayes, founded the National Wildflower Research Center, located in our state capital, Austin, Texas. Mrs. Johnson believed, that beauty found in nature, had a positive affect on a person’s mental state of mind. She once said, “A little beauty, something that is lovely, I think, can help create harmony which will lesson tensions.” This belief became her legacy. We Texan’s reap the benefits of her efforts every spring beginning in April, when the bluebonnets and other wildflowers blossom along our highways in carpets of vivid color. Most dominantly, my favorite color, blue! So, each April, in honor of my mother-in-law’s birthday and her love for bluebonnets, my husband and I flew her and Dad to our home in Colleyville, where we celebrated her birthday by making the sixty-mile trek to the historical town of Ennis. Ennis is known as the home of the “Official Texas Bluebonnet Trails.” Except for the price of gas, a trip to Ennis can be budgeted as low as you want, making it a perfect place for families to spend time together. The bluebonnets provide exquisite scenery, pretty much throughout the month of April. If your looking for an enjoyable day submerged in the countryside, gazing upon lush pastures packed with bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrushes, along with other wildflowers, Ennis is the place to go. There are quaint shops, including antique malls. In addition to the Bluebonnet Trails, adventures may be found in the Nature Parks where you can hike and enjoy a picnic lunch. April isn’t the only exciting month, Ennis had other seasonal festivals and family-oriented activities worth checking out too. If you want to stay a little longer, there are historic bed and breakfasts available. Top off you day by taking in a nighttime movie the way I did as a kid, at the old Drive-in Movie theater! When we go to Ennis, my family always begins our visit at the Wildflower Café, located in the historic downtown area. The homemade-style food is delicious; the ambiance a vintage, Tea Room adjacent to the store, Interior Ideas. The layout of the restaurant and store give you the feel that they’re one and the same, although the store is run independently. I love walking through Interior Ideas. They offer a nice mix of the old and new. You’ll find everything from stately antiques to room fresheners and soaps. There are plenty of trinket options for those who want to pick-up a small memento to remember their trip. For me, the loveliest options come from the Art Studio, which features paintings from bluebonnet artist, LaJuan Schlegel. Her paintings decorate the walls, each one lavish in realistic color. For more information: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: http://www.wildflower.org/ The Wildflower Café: http://www.wildflowercafeennis.com/ Ennis, Texas: http://www.visitennis.org/

Our dog, Daisy

Mom and Dad, outside Wildflower Cafe

Mom, ready for lunch

Mom and Dad

The Bluebonnet Trails

Bluebonnets and Indian Paint Brushes

Bluebonnets in my Colleyville Garden

Bluebonnet Trails of Texas “Beautification is far more than a matter of cosmetics. For me, it describes the whole effort to bring the natural world and the man-made world into harmony; to bring order, usefulness-delight-to our whole environment, and that of course only begins with trees and flowers and landscaping.”

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the2travel · 7 years

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* World Travel Tips : 9 Gorgeous Fields Of Flowers Worth Traveling To See

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For Architectural Digest , by Lindsey Mather.

Fresh flowers instantly brighten up a home, so imagine being surrounded by millions of them. These nine fields of flowers around the world offer spectacular, mood-lifting views of narcissi, poppies, tulips, bluebonnets, sweet peas, wildflowers, and other stunning varieties, en masse and in every color imaginable. Winter doesn’t seem so bad when a trip to one of these beautiful gardens or farms is on the books for late spring, when most are in full bloom. Stay Stateside and venture to California or Texas, or head abroad to Japan, the Netherlands, or the U.K.

Walk the 40 miles of Ennis Bluebonnet Trails, 35 miles south of Dallas, to see swaths of Texas’s bright blue flower. In April, when the blooms are at their best, the Ennis Garden Club hosts a festival to celebrate, drawing 100,000 visitors. bluebonnettrail.org

In the town of Lisse, in the Dutch “bulb region,” the Keukenhof gardens boast seven million bulbs in springtime, with 800 varieties of tulips. The flowering typically peaks in the last two weeks of April through the first week of May. keukenhof.nl/en/

At Japan’s Hitachi Seaside Park, there is always something blooming. By April, expect to see one million narcissi, 4.5 million baby-blue nemophilas, and other popular flowers, such as tulips. Around October, 30,000 spiky green kochia herbs turn a brilliant red hue. en.hitachikaihin.jp

Located on 50 acres of coastal farmland in Carlsbad, California, the Flower Fields are known for their ranunculus in every color under the sun. The fields are open for ten weeks each spring, from March 1 through May 14. theflowerfields.com

Depending on the year, a trip to the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in the Western Mojave Desert could grant you this view of brilliant orange blossoms mixed with a kaleidoscope of wildflowers. Typically, the blooming begins in mid-March. parks.ca.gov

It’s not just the gorgeous lavender fields in shades of amethyst, indigo, and white that make Yorkshire Lavender a huge draw; it’s also the incredible, soothing scent. Plan a trip to Terrington, England, in July or August to see—and smell—hundreds of varieties. yorkshirelavender.com

Along Central Avenue and Union Sugar Avenue in Lompoc, California, travelers will come across sprawling fields of stock flowers, larkspur, delphinium, and bells of Ireland. Bring your camera and stop by from June through early September. explorelompoc.com

Each spring the fields of Skagit Valley, Washington, are filled with colorful blooms, including rows of daffodils, tulips, and irises. The Skagit Tulip Festival is held every year from April 1 to 30. tulipfestival.org

The end of cherry blossom season isn’t the end of the floral spectacle on South Korea’s Jeju Island. Fields of yellow canola flowers bloom from late March to early April, and the town of Seogwipo hosts an annual festival. jejuflowerfestival.com