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Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living/dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Trenton, FL
  • Place, Bouncin Big
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Dudley Farm Historic State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry

Charming barn-style cottage on a 20 acre family farm in north central Florida, just west of Gainesville.

The cottage is on our family farm and has a nice view of rolling pastures. It is a 1 bedroom/1 bath cottage that sleeps 6 -- 8. It has a queen size bed and a full size bed in the bedroom and a full-size sleeper sofa in the alcove. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a living room/dining room and 1 bathroom with a separate double sink area. There is a small storage loft in the bedroom. The cottage also has wireless internet, local t.v., a DVD player and DVDs, and a washer and dryer. It has a fenced yard with it's own entrance. Linens and cookware are provided.

We are located between Newberry, Fl and Trenton, Fl, 22 miles west of Gainesville, Fl. It is a quiet, convenient place to stay when visiting the University of Florida. We are only 5 miles west of the Easton Newberry Archery Center and Canterbury Equestrian Showplace. We are close to the Nature Coast State Trail (cycling, walking, horseback riding) and there are many springs in the area. We are 48 miles from Cedar Key, 53 miles from Ocala, 99 miles from St. Augustine/Crescent Beach, 128 miles from Disney World and 20 miles directly west of I-75.

The cottage is located on a farm. We have a small herd of miniature Zebu cattle and a flock of chickens (both hens and roosters). We also have a few farm cats. It is a great place to get away for some rest & relaxation and sit out and watch the stars at night!

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Fee not waived if bringing pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 0

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Trenton

Located in Trenton, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Levy County Quilt Museum and Historic Haile Homestead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bouncin Big and High Springs Civic Center Park. Haile Village Playground and Reverend Gerald Criswell Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Trenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Bouncin Big - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Dudley Farm Historic State Park - 18 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Santa Fe River - 25 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park - 26 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone House Newberry Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bev’s Better Burger Newberry - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ellianos Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪sunco - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry on Apr 7, 2026 start from $95, 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 Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Family Farm -- West of U.F./Gainesville/Newberry located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bouncin Big, Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, and Dudley Farm Historic State Park. Black Lake and Poe Springs Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for New Years and they had enough parking space for our trailered boat!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely land, friendly and accommodating hostess, friendly cat, spacious, comfortable cottage. Chickens!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying here for one of my daughters softball tournament. If you enjoy a place that is private, has a farm style atmosphere, this is a great place to stay. It is quaint and has all the amenities you would need to be comfortable. And the price is what makes us coming back. Budget friendly! Will stay here again when we are in the Newberry area. Hosts were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

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

Great experience

We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon s.

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

Perfect little spot

Enjoyed our stay in the cottage. Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

bill h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was quaint and peaceful on a farm. It could use some updates/repairs but is commensurate with the price. The owners live next door but I never met or spoke with them. Lots of unpaved roads in the area, so no clean cars.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint, quiet, clean cottage. The theme was a country vibe. View of cows right out the front door. Had our own driveway and section of the farm. Its so nice and dark you can see all the stars at night. Bring a flashlight! Also not a complaint because I am from florida be careful of the sandspurs if you have dogs. Just fyi. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommie L.

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

Relax enjoyed

Nice comfy guite pretty grounds .very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Great Stay for Quick Weekend

I was in town with family. This rental was located in a nice, quiet area with a great view of the farm. There was plenty of towels, blankets, and pillows. We would highly recommend staying here when in Gainesville or nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

benjie b.

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

Clean & quiet

Clean, quiet & peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Neat Barn Style House

Cute Cabin that is Private and Cozy. Came for a Softball Tourney in Newberry for my daughter and stayed the weekend here, Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hidden Treasure!

My family and I stayed here for a baseball tournament located in Newberry, FL. The cottage met all the needs of our family of 6. Great place to stay and close to the ballpark and the state parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

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

Quiet Country Stay

Cottage was very clean. Location was perfect, quiet, and peaceful. Love the farm and the animals. Would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

john l.

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

One night stay

We enjoyed our stay with our dog. She had a great time running around in the large fenced in property , we lit the fireplace when I got dark and enjoyed the peaceful night sky .Cows, chickens, and roosters running around plenty of amenities nearby, it was a relaxing enjoyable one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Beautifully rural but convenient

This property was exactly as advertised. The cottage was so cute and had everything we needed. Sitting on the front porch was ideal for relaxing. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Beautiful Property and Cottage

Was absolutely enamored by the cottage inside and out! Very clean and organized, and very much appreciate the binder with info. We wish we could have stayed longer, and will likely be back to further explore the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Away from the hustle and bustle

We had a peaceful stay here in the country. The cottage was perfect. We were pleasantly surprised by the bonus loft! We really enjoyed feeding the chickens and saying hello to the cows. The location is not too far from grocery stores. The cottage is close to the owners home. But this wasn’t an issue. We’d like to stay again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paulette J.

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

Relaxing, family farm, cattle fun to watch.

Nice stay, nicely stocked kitchen, close to my sister in Gainesville. Only wish we we would have had more water pressure in the shower. Enjoyed visit from the 2 cats.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Perfectly Relaxing

From the moment I was greeted by the farm's cat I knew I'd made the right selection. My week was made extra comfortable by a sweetly decorated space, comfortable beds and an explosion of stars in the night sky by a warm fire pit. I will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Zina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful farm with nice cottage!

Great location! All necessary paper products and towels & linens were provided for a comfortable stay. Our Labrador pup was right at home sleeping over night on the pet covered sofa in the alcove & running in the fenced in yard. The cattle and chickens were fun to watch as well as the awesome sunrises!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. S.

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

Perfect Place To Get Away

My family was in the area for my son's graduation from UF. It's about 30 minutes away from campus and we were happy to get away from the traffic! The best part was waking up early on the morning of graduation and sitting on the front porch to drink in the calm and serenity before the busy day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Lovely little cottage!

Stayed at this lovely cottage for two nights while visiting my son at UF. The location is secure and quiet, and an easy, pleasant drive from Gainesville. The cottage was clean and well appointed. We didn't cook, however, the kitchen was stocked with ample supplies. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Griff

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

After a week of touring round Georgia and Alabama it was good to have a rest at the barn. Although the property is 'rustic' it does have some lovely views and we did see a lot of different birds including woodpecker, cardinals, blue jay etc. We enjoyed visits to many of the state parks in the area and also visits to High Springs and Williston for some antique shopping. Newberry is a very pretty town too, just down the road. One tip, take a hairdryer if you need one as I couldn't find one at the property, glad I had my own with me.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE G.

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

Cute, Comfortable, Convenient!

I slept well every night and was comfortable every day. The cottage was ideally situated for my travel plans in the area, but also a pleasant place to wile away a day of relaxation. As a kind-of city girl, seeing the cows in the nearby pasture and hearing the roosters greet the dawn were bonuses. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Second visit

We stayed here in 2014 when taking our mother to visit the area where she was born (1926) and grew up. We returned this week, with extended family. The cottage and grounds were exactly as we remembered them, with the addition of a drawing hanging on the wall, that my daughter had left for the owners, in 2014. What a surprise and joy to see! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely cottage with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rob & Tracey Francis

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After moving to north central Florida to attend the University of Florida, we decided that we loved the area and wanted to stay. Eventually we purchased property and turned it into a small farm.

Why they chose this property

Our family loves living out in the country and the area has some rolling hills and a nice view. It is quiet and peaceful and at the same time, close to many attractions and a convenient distance to Gainesville.

What makes this property unique

We built the cottage for visiting family, but it isn't used much, so we decided to make it available as a vacation rental. It is a great place to stay whether you're traveling to the area for sports events, to visit the University of Florida, or just to spend some time in the country!

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