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Charming 3/2 Countryside & Springs Get-Away

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Property grounds
Room
Private kitchen
Room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
High Springs, FL
  • Popular LocationO'Leno State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRuth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park26 min drive
  • Popular LocationGinnie Spring30 min drive
  • AirportGainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Common area 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming 3/2 Countryside & Springs Get-Away

-5pm Sunday check outs- Welcome to Penelope Pointe where waking up to the sounds & scene of mother nature will surprisingly rejuvenate your soul. Cozy & tucked away in a woodsy environment near the springs and 24 miles from UF BHG stadium, this area stay has something for everyone! Calling all scuba, snorkeling, kayaking, antiquing, brewery, bicycling, football fans- this gem is for you!

Property manager

Takara Caton

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Property grounds
Renovated 3 BR Near Ginnie Springs
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, (16 reviews)
Renovated 3 BR Near Ginnie Springs

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
***We have not baby proofed our home as of yet***

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets need approval, no high-risk breeds

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-Our home is smoke-free including the enclosed porch -Drug-free/no underage drinking -Our road is maintained privately-please drive responsibly
-Only guests with reservations are allowed on property (unless owner approves ahead of time) -Our home is family friendly; not for gatherings/parties
The donkeys are cute but no petting/feeding allowed. Please don't open any gates to ensure of your safety and theirs Thank you for understanding :)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

High Springs

Located in High Springs, this farm stay is in a rural area. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by High Springs Community Theater, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ginnie Spring and Mill Creek Preserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
High Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • O'Leno State Park - 8 min drive
  • Santa Fe River - 12 min drive
  • Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park - 26 min drive
  • Ginnie Spring - 30 min drive
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Wendy's - 11 min drive
  • Ellianos Coffee - 12 min drive
  • Pink Flamingo Diner - 13 min drive
  • Bev's Better Burgers - 13 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and clean but off the beaten path
Owner was super sweet and very responsive to questions. Home is cute, clean and quiet. All the little extras were certainly appreciated although with it being a wedding weekend, we didn't get to spend much time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liliana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Peace of Heaven
We had an amazing time and fell in love with Penelope Pointe!! Beautifully decorated Farmhouse, with every amenity you may need. The house is secluded and peaceful with lots of trees and nature views to enjoy from the enclosed porch. We saw tons of deer and birds and the 2 donkeys that live on site are super cute! We definitely made tons of amazing memories. We visited the Springs, ate dinner at High Springs and visited their cool Brewery and antique stores. We also ate at the house and even built a fire outside, played music and even danced under the stars. Communication with Takara was amazing. She is, by far, the best host, I have ever had!! I would give them 10 Stars if I could!! Thank you for making our weekend so memorable!! We are definitely planning to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total tranquility
Takara was a fantastic host. The estate was the perfect quiet getaway. The house was fully stocked and spotless. It was decorated like something out of a farm house magazine. Anything you need or could think you would want is within reach. The property has some farm animals and they have the cutest personalities. We looked forward to hanging out with them in the early evening. Perfect place to get off the grid. Can’t wait to go back in winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ED R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Stay
This property is perfect if you want to relax and enjoy nature. The property managers are incredible, super friendly and very accommodating. The house is extremally comfortable and this is a very quite area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F., Osterville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable country home
Stayed here with my mom and sister while visiting family. We had such a wonderful relaxing visit! Our hosts were readily available to answer any questions and accommodate our requests. The home is so warm and inviting and loved the country vibe. Beds were very comfortable. One was firm and the other 2 were like sleeping on a cloud. I loved sitting on the porch in the morning drinking my coffee and taking in the peaceful scenery. Loved watching the donkeys play. Great stay. Will definitely stay here in the future if we visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Takara Caton

Host profile image
Hi- We love to travel when we aren't busy working. I am an RN and my husband is active Florida National Guard. Recently, we decided to try out hosting our vacation home to see how it goes. We just listed it for the first time on Airbnb this week (Sept 7th, 2022) and today (Sept. 9th, 2022) on VRBO. We have several more pictures listed on Airbnb if you are interested (more user friendly w/less requirements on size of pics). We hope you feel welcomed and comfortable, that is our goal. Please ask if you have any questions at all.

Why they chose this property

Penelope Pointe is a very special home for us. We stumbled on this property in 2014 during a military transfer. We instantly fell in love, cancelling all of our remaining housing appt's that day. We became the owners shortly after turning the property into a farm. We lived here for more than 2 years prior to being transferred back home to Lakeland, Florida. We decided to keep it as a long term rental re-homing all of our animals except for our 3 donkeys (Penelope, Caleb-the dark brown one, and Elvis their baby). In 2018, we lost Penelope. Her sweetness captured many hearts over time (especially mine) so it seemed most appropriate to name this property after her, thus Penelope Pointe. In June of 2021, we decided to non renew and keep this property as our family vacation home. We have been working hard remodeling/updating it since January 2022 (new roof, kitchen, gravel drive). We still have the bathrooms to update along with the outside front deck area (planned for Spring 2023). We hope you will enjoy the tranquility of this property as much as we do and overlook any flaws. We are also open to any suggestions :)

What makes this property unique

Donkeys- Our two donkeys are very friendly however, as with all animals, they can be unpredictable. Due to liability issues, we are not able to permit you to feed or pet them. Please though, enjoy watching them graze or play. Of note, they do try to mate on occasion so please be mindful if you have littles. ** Also, please don't open any of the gates to ensure they don't get out and to keep you safe. Thank you!

Wildlife- We have many wildlife that visit. Please no hunting on or near our property. Please just enjoy the view :)

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English
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