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Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown

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Front of the quaint and cozy historic Duckpond home
Guests have access to the outdoor patio in the backyard
Dining
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Thomas Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hippodrome State Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown

Visiting Gainesville for UF sports, graduation, Shands, or sightseeing? We have the perfect place for you. Located in the historic district of downtown Gainesville
Walk to downtown bars and restaurants. 10 minutes drive from La Chua Trail (a Florida State Park) where you are guaranteed to see 1 to 100 alligators.

***Bedroom has a King bed, in addition there is a queen air mattress to sleep a total of 4. Please let us know at time of booking if you will need the air mattress.

The owners live next door to the house, and can be easily reached via phone and e-mail.

Also, please note that the `convertible bed` is a queen sized blow-up mattress (with linens and pillows provided) and can be placed in the living room/ couch area. Pack-n- plays can fit in the bedroom. The house is 775 SF heated/ cooled).

Guests have whole house and also access to the shared, beautiful backyard (shared with owners and 1 other rental house).

I am available and also have a maintenance team available for any help needed.

Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
1. No Smoking- $250 fee for smoking inside the home******
2. Quiet Hours- 9:30 pm to 8 am- (you may be asked to leave and you will not receive a refund)******
3. No Parties- ******
4. No Pets Allowed- $200 fee if caught with a pet
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. No Smoking- $250 fee for smoking inside the home****** 2.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Duckpond, a neighborhood in Gainesville, is home to this vacation home. Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and University of Florida Bat Houses. Thomas Center and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Thomas Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hippodrome State Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Depot Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Florida - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Top - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cry Baby's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪University Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Dime - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Bar & Billiards - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown on Aug 30, 2026 start from $223, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic one bedroom Home- Walk to Downtown located?

Located in Duckpond, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Thomas Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from University of Florida. Matheson History Museum and Hippodrome State Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADAM R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing was great, house is cute and cozy. Nice quiet neighborhood, close to restaurants and shops exactly as posted. House has everything you need during your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

UF Visit

Great location with close proximity to UF campus and area shops and restaurants. Had all the amenities we needed and easy parking too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Cute

This property is so cute and in such a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Very cute neighborhood, cozy house with everything we needed. Bit of a hike to campus but we booked absolutely last minute for a football game so can’t complain.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gainsville trip

Quiet area. Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

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