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Comfortably Close and pet friendly

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Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly

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Gainesville, FL
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Florida16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBen Hill Griffin Stadium6 min drive
  • Popular LocationShands at the University of Florida7 min drive
  • AirportJacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Comfortably Close and pet friendly

Welcome to COMFORTABLY CLOSE!
Only 1.8 miles from the Stadium and 4 miles from both Shands and North Florida Regional Medical Center.

Whether you’re here for a university event, our reputable hospitals, business, family or maybe to explore the nearby state parks and local springs, we are COMFORTABLY CLOSE to all of it yet also situated up against Loblolly woods. From the back porch you actually feel like you’re in the woods instead of right in town.

Although a busy street, the house is nestled up against Loblolly Woods, the back deck invites you to enjoy coffee or a cold drink while the sounds of nature push your cares away. Your pup can enjoy freedom in the fenced in yard.

Once inside, the house is a tranquil oasis. Settle in for a quiet dinner with the family and a movie night. Later, nestle under the quilts on a brand new queen gel mattress. When you get up, the coffee and tea area is stocked and ready for you!

We hope we've thought of everything but please let us know if you need more than the following:

>Plenty of fresh towels & wash cloths
>Shampoo, conditioner & body soap
>Kitchen gadgets for preparing meals & desserts!
>Mixer, mixing bowl, baking sheet, cake tins, muffin tins, measuring cups/spoons, basic spices
>Cutting boards
>Sharp knives
>Drip coffee maker, filters, cream & sugar
>Coffee, tea & cocoa
>Ironing board & iron
>Extra blankets
>Board games & cards
>For Fido we provide bowls, waste bags and treats.

Our office room also offers a queen size bed, thus the house sleeps up to 8.

The television is a 65” smart TV. We have an antenna but do not offer cable. Feel free to log into your own streaming services. We hope you enjoy the many choices offered by this “way-smarter-than-me” TV! If you’re looking for a special live athletic event, we suggest Gator Dockside right around the corner! Try the wings!

We hope you enjoy your stay here at COMFORTABLY CLOSE!

Enjoy the house, deck, yard and laundry room.

Your vacation is paramount!
I’m just a text away!

A terrific neighborhood for outdoor activities. Loblolly Woods & WestSide Park are literally right here! The park offers: basketball, baseball, exercise trail, playground, swimming pool and tennis! Pet friendly however leashes are required.

Gainesville is easy to navigate by car but if you’re gonna drink, please use services like Uber or Lyft or taxi services.

There is plenty of private parking on the property for up to four vehicles. If arriving after dark, look for café lights in the front yard.

We also ask that, if bringing a pet, you pick up their poops from the yard. Bags are provided as well as a shovel if you’d rather toss it over the fence into the woods. Please, for the health of all our canine guests, leave the yard sanitary. Housekeeping does not patrol the yard. We feel this is a responsibility of all pet owners no matter where you are. Thanks for being good pet owners!
We ask that you treat the house and neighborhood with respect. Only park in designated areas.
Smoking is not permitted but we do welcome your canine family.

Per AirBnB policy… parties will not be tolerated.
Only registered guests permitted.
We have a ring camera on the front lawn if it’s necessary to review activity. This is for both your protection as well as mine.

If bringing a pet, enjoy the fenced yard but don't leave them outside unattended. We appreciate you disclosing you have a pet and plan to pick up pet waste.

With all that said, ultimately we ask you enjoy and make great memories while you’re here!

Property manager

Lisa Gavidia
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Gainesville

This vacation home is located in Gainesville. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Florida Museum of Natural History and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stephen C. O'Connell Center or Gainesville Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing.
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Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 16 min walk
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 3 min drive
  • Oaks Mall - 6 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mi Apá Latin Café - 8 min walk
  • Las Carretas - 14 min walk
  • Gumby's Pizza - 3 min drive
  • Gator's Dockside - 18 min walk
  • No Name Lounge - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortably Close and pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfortably Close and pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Regal Cinemas Royal Park Stadium 16 and University of Florida. Florida Museum of Natural History and Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Lovely place, conveniently located. Well appointed and comfortable and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a family gathering for a UF graduation. Host was helpful and flexible. Great for family dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Game Day
Friends and family united for FL/FSU. The house was great, neat, clean and plenty of space. Hope I can book it for the next game.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Badrish D., Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and great host!
Worked out really well for a game day trip for multiple families.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot close to UF
What an awesome place! Super close to UF and convenient for football games, graduation, or any event you might be attending. Lots of parking space off of 34th! Comfy beds and pillows and a great living space to hang out in. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the backyard due to the heat, but it looks like a great place to be in cooler weather. Lisa was an amazing host and even offered to return items that were left there. The neighborhood was quiet and despite being on a fairly main road there was not much traffic noise — nothing a little white noise can’t easily cover.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Gavidia

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Born in Buffalo but grew up in Gainesville. I love it here so much that I'm still here!
Gainesville is HOME and I love sharing it with my guests.

Why they chose this property

This is actually a house my father bought and one of the three we lived in when my brother and I were kids. This was our "Middle School" home. We were able to walk directly up the street to West Wood Middle School. Many afternoons we stopped at the park and hung out at the pool.

What makes this property unique

We love this house because it has so many good memories...
sleep overs, Monopoly Marathons, cooking classes and adventures in the woods directly behind (accessible at Loblolly Trail Head, 3-4 houses down the street towards University Ave). Although it's on a busy street, it's tranquil and quiet inside. A little white noise is available if you're a super light sleeper.

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