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Parker, TX • Near Southfork Ranch
Full aerial view of the 2-acre Southfork Stays estate in Parker Texas with pool, creek, and mature trees

Parker, Texas — Your World Cup 2026 Base Camp

Parker, TX — Collin County, Texas

Centrally Located in North Texas — Near AT&T Stadium

Our estate sits on 2 quiet acres in Parker, Texas — a small, affluent community in Collin County. Despite the peaceful, rural setting, you're just minutes from major highways that connect you to AT&T Stadium, both airports, and all the shopping and dining the DFW metroplex has to offer.

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Driving Distances

Southfork Ranch

4 min

Just down the road — practically next door

Allen Premium Outlets

20 min

Outlet shopping

Topgolf (Allen)

17 min

Entertainment & dining

McKinney Historic Downtown

28 min

Charming downtown, dining & shops

Legacy West (Plano)

30 min

Premium shopping & dining

The Star (Frisco)

33 min

Dallas Cowboys HQ, dining, entertainment

Galleria Dallas

35 min

Major shopping center

AT&T Stadium (World Cup)

50 min

Via President George Bush Tpke & I-30

FIFA Fan Festival (Fair Park)

47 min

FREE entry, giant screens, live concerts

FC Dallas Celebration (Frisco)

35 min

FREE fan fest at Simpson Plaza

Sweden Base Camp (Frisco)

35 min

Toyota Stadium — via Dallas North Tollway

Deep Ellum

49 min

Live music, bars & restaurants

Downtown Dallas

45 min

Via US-75 South

DFW International Airport

40 min

Via President George Bush Tpke

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

35 min

Via Dallas North Tollway

About Parker, Texas & North Dallas

Parker, TX — Safe & Peaceful

Parker is one of the safest communities in the entire DFW metroplex. The numbers speak for themselves: zero murders, zero robberies, and assault rates nearly 10x lower than the national average. We've never locked our doors — that's how safe it is here. Of course, the property has deadbolts and keyed locks on every entry, so you can secure everything if you prefer.

Emergency Services Nearby

Parker Police HQ is just 4 minutes away, and Parker Fire Department (with EMS/medical transport) is 5 minutes. You're never far from help.

Hospitals & Urgent Care

Baylor Scott & White Emergency Hospital in Murphy is 10 minutes away (24/7 freestanding ER). Methodist Richardson Medical Center is 18 minutes. Texas Health Presbyterian Allen is 22 minutes. CareNow Urgent Care in Allen is 21 minutes.

World-Class Shopping & Dining

Legacy West, The Star in Frisco, and Allen Premium Outlets are all within 30 minutes. Fine dining, craft cocktails, and international cuisine abound.

Corporate Corridor

The Plano/Frisco corridor is home to Toyota, PGA of America, and dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Ideal for corporate groups attending the World Cup.

Easy Highway Access

SH-121 (Sam Rayburn Tollway) and US-75 provide quick access to anywhere in the DFW metroplex. AT&T Stadium is a straight shot via SH-121 to I-30.

Local Support On Call

A local property manager lives nearby and is available throughout your stay. If anything comes up — a maintenance issue, a question, or you just need a recommendation — they can typically be on-site by the next day, often sooner.

Getting to Parker, TX — Airports & Driving Directions

The DFW metroplex is served by two major airports, both within 35–40 minutes of the estate. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the busiest airports in the world with direct flights from virtually everywhere.

DFW International Airport

40 min drive • International hub with 200+ destinations

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

35 min drive • Southwest Airlines hub

Drone aerial of Southfork Stays property showing 2 acres of wooded grounds near Southfork Ranch

Distances from the Estate

Drive times to key destinations, stadiums, airports, and attractions.

Distance map from Southfork Stays to AT&T Stadium (50 min), DFW Airport (40 min), Southfork Ranch (5 min), Frisco (20 min), Downtown Dallas (35 min), and other key destinations

A Taste of Home

The DFW area has an incredible variety of international grocery stores and restaurants. No matter where you're visiting from, you'll find familiar foods and products nearby. Here are some spots for fans from around the world.

🇯🇵 Japan

Mitsuwa Marketplace

18 min

Dedicated Japanese grocery, food court, bakery

H Mart (Plano)

14 min

Pan-Asian supermarket with large Japanese section

🇬🇧 England

British Emporium (Richardson)

27 min

British groceries, teas, gifts, baked goods

🇳🇱 Netherlands

British Emporium (Richardson)

27 min

Carries select Dutch & European items

🇦🇷 Argentina

Fiesta Mart (Plano)

15 min

Latin American groceries, meats, produce

🇯🇴 Jordan

Green Vine Market (Plano)

17 min

Halal grocery, Mediterranean & Middle Eastern

Sara's Market & Bakery

31 min

Middle Eastern bakery & grocery in Richardson

🇭🇷 Croatia · 🇦🇹 Austria

Euro Deli (Richardson)

32 min

European deli — meats, cheeses, Eastern European specialties

Practical Info for International Visitors

Everything you need to know about money, connectivity, and getting around in Texas.

Currency & Payments

US Dollar (USD) is the only accepted currency. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) are accepted virtually everywhere.

Currency exchange: Avoid airport kiosks. Use your bank's ATM (Schwab, Wise, or Revolut offer no-fee withdrawals). Chase and Bank of America ATMs are everywhere.

Tipping: 18–20% at restaurants, $2–5 for rideshare/taxi, $1–2 per drink at bars. Tipping is expected in the US.

SIM Cards & WiFi

eSIM (recommended): Airalo, Holafly, or Nomad offer instant US data plans from $5–15 for 5–10 GB.

Physical SIM: T-Mobile and AT&T prepaid SIMs available at DFW Airport, Walmart, and Target. ~$30–50 for 30 days unlimited.

At the estate: High-speed WiFi included. Strong cell coverage (T-Mobile/AT&T) throughout the property.

Getting Around

Rental car (recommended): Texas is car-dependent. Enterprise, Hertz, and Turo all operate at DFW. Book early — World Cup demand will be extreme.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate throughout DFW. Expect surge pricing on match days. Budget $40–80 per trip to AT&T Stadium.

Parking: 8+ vehicle spaces at the estate. Free parking at most suburban shops and restaurants.

Safety & Essentials

Emergency: Dial 911 for police, fire, or ambulance. Nearest hospital is Medical City Plano (20 min).

Weather: June–July in Texas is hot (95–105°F / 35–40°C). Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and use the pool frequently.

Water: Tap water is safe to drink. The estate has a filtered water system.

Electricity: US uses 120V/60Hz with Type A/B plugs. Bring an adapter if needed.

Secure Your World Cup Home Base

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to Dallas, and this estate won't last long. Inquire now to lock in your 38-night reservation.

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