Just fifteen minutes North of Sulphur Springs and The Oaks bed and breakfast lies the bedroom community of Cooper, Texas. The best part about Cooper is the State Park. Before you hit the park be sure to pop downtown and grab a cup of coffee or cappuccino from Vetch. Vetch is a cute coffee shop with a little bit of a farmers market vibe going on. They offer fresh veggies and meat from local farmers along with condiments and other items for purchase along side your caffeine option of choice.
There are just a few places to drop in for other shopping with in the square. A little boutique called Rosie and Co, right off the square and an antique shop. I would have missed Rosie's had they not set out mannequins on the sidewalk. Rosie & Co, has lots of great options and styles that fit the season. The Antique shop has a great selection of items that you could spend hours browsing through to find exactly what you want.
The dining options are very few, just the coffee shop and Tejano's Tex-Mex. Tejano's was a popular stop for all the locals who happend to be downtown. But make sure they remember you are there, otherwise you have to ask to be served. I was suprised to see that they had a guacmole enchilada with a spinach enchilada option on the lunch menu. It's always nice to be able to order food and not have to make changes to fit your needs. I will say downtown Cooper does have a super cute, walking book "tour" to read while wandering around the square. A children's book has been placed around the square on little podiums and made to be protected from the weather. It's a cute way to keep readers engaged and provide a creative way to exercise while reading.
Cooper Lake State Park is the perfect spot to spend the day. Pack a pinic lunch and hit the trails. The State Park has great hiking trails and shore line for all your outdoor needs. Plus the park is always hosting events that are fun for the whole family. Be sure to check out their website for more information on activities and adventures you can have while staying with us at The Oaks bed and breakfast, while exploring the outdoors. Grab a fishing pole, binoculars and lunch and spend the day exploring Cooper Lake State Park.
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