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In April this year I was in Texas birding but, I was keeping my eyes open for doors as well. Here’s one I spied while birding in Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center. It’s a fun one. I think you’ll agree.

Whimsical Door
Quinta Mazatlan is a preserve with 15 acres of trails, flora and fauna of the region and it’s a great place to see birds. Their mission, ” is to preserve the 1930’s country estate located on the grounds, and the native plants, and animals of the Rio Grande Valley. They do this by providing a sanctuary for environmental education, eco-tourism, and serving as an inspiration to people of all ages.” https://www.exploremcallen.com/things-to-do/parks-outdoors/quinta-mazatlan/
This post is part of the weekly challenge Thursday Doors hosted by Dan Antion over at https://nofacilities.com/2026/07/30/austrian-room/
Hop on over there to see more doors from around the world or join the craze and add a door or two of your own. 😊
more to come…
If only you could go inside 😉 Love it!
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Wouldn’t that be neat! 😊
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I love, love this!
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I’m so happy to hear that! It’s a fun outdoor display isn’t it.
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It really is!
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Lovely find.
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Thank you!
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It sounds like a wonderful preserve and a great find 😊
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Thank you so much, Belinda! It was a great find. It would be cool to go back one day.
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I usually don’t like this sort of tree decoration, especially if it’s related to fairies and such, but this is really fun. I like the architectural style, and it’s neat that the door and windows are made from wood. Quite appropriate, given the location on a tree.
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I agree the door with the windows really makes it special and fun.
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Yes quite an interesting one Deborah
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Thank you, Ashley! Have a lovely week-end!
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Wow, cool find!
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Thank you so much, Gordon! It was a fun find while birding.
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Really whimsical, and funny!
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Thank you so much, Pit. I’m glad you thought it was funny and whimsical as well. 😊
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You are so right. It is fun.
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That’s definitely a fun one, and applause to the creative person who created it.
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I agree! Whoever it was had a great idea and vision.
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That is the coolest. Hugs.
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Isn’t that neat. Thank you so much, Teagan! Hugs.
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This is wonderful. So serene a setting, and I love the little doors. Thank you for the additional information on the preserve’s mission.
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Thank you, Suzette! I’m glad you like the door, windows, and the additional info. 😊
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You are very welcome, Deborah!!
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Deborah, what a fun door here…accompanying those cute windows to the world. The preserve sounds wonderful – good stuff here!
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Thank you so much, Bruce! The preserve is wonderful. I saw so many great birds, and a few more doors there.
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You have good reason to adoor this tree.
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LOL! That’s a good one! Thank you, Steve!!
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I love that, Deborah. What a fun photo and a perfect door.
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Thank you so much, Dan! I lit up when I saw it and couldn’t get a photo fast enough. 😂 Unfortunately, there were neither Hobbits nor Fairies around to share my delight in seeing it. None that I could see or hear anyway.
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I can imagine rushing to to get the photo.
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Lol! It IS a fun one. Deborah. Not only the door but also the windows. A different take on Treehouse. 🙂
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LOL! Thank you so much, Peter! I’m so glad you enjoyed this door or treehouse too! 😊
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