10/10 Excellent
Jason A.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to stay.
Jason A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Pet friendly 1bd/1b unit with living space and full kitchen
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gainesville, FL
- University of Florida19 min walk
- Shands at the University of Florida4 min drive
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium5 min drive
- Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Pet friendly 1bd/1b unit with living space and full kitchen
Welcome to Depot Village!
A unique boutique hotel experience rich w/ traditional Florida charm near Gainesville's lively downtown! Perfect for a cozy luxury base while exploring North-Central Florida. Enjoy downtown living blocks from fantastic dining, cafes, bars, nightclubs, & breweries.
Ideal for getaways, business trips, local events, music festivals, springs visits, hiking, biking, & Gator games. Minutes from UF, Shands Hospital, Depot Park, Hawthorne Trail, Heartwood, GNV airport & more!
The Space
Welcome to Animal House: Charm meets adventure in the Heart of Downtown Gainesville!
This fully furnished House offers a homey experience featuring:
- Cozy queen memory foam bed & a TV
- Spacious living room
- Modern dual headed shower for ultimate relaxation
- Complete kitchen with granite countertop
- Nice dinning area that fits 4
- Complimentary coffee, gourmet teas
- Front porch & back porch with sitting area
- All essential toiletries and linens provided
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with private, keyless entry, ensuring a seamless check-in experience.
Guest access
All guests may enjoy our fenced, private courtyard, & other lounging areas. Treehouse Lounge is open during 10:00 am to 10:00 pm UPON request & availably. (message us for inquiries)
Please be respectful of other guests during quiet hours;
quiet time is from 10:00 pm to 10:00 am, unless a guest rents for private events.
Parking
Street parking is available 24/7.
Free Parking in the GRU city lot across the street from The Yellow House:
Weekdays - 6pm to 6am & Weekends - All day
To learn more about Downtown Gainesville Parking Garage located 2 blocks away from Depot Village, please visit gvilleparking Locations & Rates page.
Please Note
Animal House is accessed by a staircase consisting of four steps.
A unique boutique hotel experience rich w/ traditional Florida charm near Gainesville's lively downtown! Perfect for a cozy luxury base while exploring North-Central Florida. Enjoy downtown living blocks from fantastic dining, cafes, bars, nightclubs, & breweries.
Ideal for getaways, business trips, local events, music festivals, springs visits, hiking, biking, & Gator games. Minutes from UF, Shands Hospital, Depot Park, Hawthorne Trail, Heartwood, GNV airport & more!
The Space
Welcome to Animal House: Charm meets adventure in the Heart of Downtown Gainesville!
This fully furnished House offers a homey experience featuring:
- Cozy queen memory foam bed & a TV
- Spacious living room
- Modern dual headed shower for ultimate relaxation
- Complete kitchen with granite countertop
- Nice dinning area that fits 4
- Complimentary coffee, gourmet teas
- Front porch & back porch with sitting area
- All essential toiletries and linens provided
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with private, keyless entry, ensuring a seamless check-in experience.
Guest access
All guests may enjoy our fenced, private courtyard, & other lounging areas. Treehouse Lounge is open during 10:00 am to 10:00 pm UPON request & availably. (message us for inquiries)
Please be respectful of other guests during quiet hours;
quiet time is from 10:00 pm to 10:00 am, unless a guest rents for private events.
Parking
Street parking is available 24/7.
Free Parking in the GRU city lot across the street from The Yellow House:
Weekdays - 6pm to 6am & Weekends - All day
To learn more about Downtown Gainesville Parking Garage located 2 blocks away from Depot Village, please visit gvilleparking Locations & Rates page.
Please Note
Animal House is accessed by a staircase consisting of four steps.
Property manager
Eli Collins
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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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
Events allowed
Upon request
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
There is a pet fee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Not inside the units
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Upon request
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gainesville
Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and University of Florida Bat Houses. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gainesville, FL
What's nearby
- Hippodrome State Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- University of Florida - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- White Buffalo - 5 min walk
- Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - 5 min walk
- High Dive - 7 min walk
- Liquid Ginger - 4 min walk
- Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew F.
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend at UF
Andrew F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark V.
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome place to stay!
Mark V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Letitia W.
24 May 2023
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Depot Village
Letitia W.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samuel A G.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute trip but what a find!!
Samuel A G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori S.
13 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mom’s weekend for Delta Zet sorority
Lori S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan B.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great little place
Jan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Rob C., Fort Lauderdale area
22 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
Rob C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
kerry
4 Sept 2022
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
kerry
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
John T.
20 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
John T.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
8/10 Good
Tyler
6 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tyler
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
tanyita
25 Aug 2021
tanyita
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Elijah F.
5 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a good surprise
Elijah F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
5 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Michael H.
6/10 Okay
Diahanne M., Tulsa Oklahoma
12 Jun 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Decent Location
Diahanne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
3 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute!
Wendy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C.
23 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place in downtown Gainesville
Jessica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Olivia T.
18 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, Downtown Studio Home
Olivia T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Jamie K.
28 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway
Jamie K.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sonya S., Panama City, Fl
16 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but cute
Sonya S.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan C.
27 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Stay Downtown
Jonathan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jon J.
29 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place
Jon J.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Linda G.
23 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located to downtown area
Linda G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
6/10 Okay
Gazanfar R.
16 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Review
Gazanfar R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Eli Collins
Depot Village offers a distinctive boutique hotel experience infused with the timeless charm of traditional Florida. Settled in Downtown Gainesville, our sanctuary invites you to unwind, revitalize, and reconnect amidst serene surroundings.
While the exact date of Depot Village's construction remains a mystery, evidence suggests it was established before 1884, with possible origins dating back to around 1870. An integral part of Gainesville's heritage, Depot Village stands as the second oldest house in the city, with the honor of being surpassed only by the Mathison house, built in 1853.
Constructed from robust hard pine timbers and supported by intricately carved limestone pylons, Depot Village has witnessed a storied past. Once serving as the Gainesville Zen Center and hostel in the mid-20th century, it has hosted thousands of visitors over the years.
As one of the oldest and most cherished buildings in Gainesville, Florida, Depot Village remains a treasured gem, preserving a piece of history waiting to be discovered and enjoyed by discerning travelers like yourself.
While the exact date of Depot Village's construction remains a mystery, evidence suggests it was established before 1884, with possible origins dating back to around 1870. An integral part of Gainesville's heritage, Depot Village stands as the second oldest house in the city, with the honor of being surpassed only by the Mathison house, built in 1853.
Constructed from robust hard pine timbers and supported by intricately carved limestone pylons, Depot Village has witnessed a storied past. Once serving as the Gainesville Zen Center and hostel in the mid-20th century, it has hosted thousands of visitors over the years.
As one of the oldest and most cherished buildings in Gainesville, Florida, Depot Village remains a treasured gem, preserving a piece of history waiting to be discovered and enjoyed by discerning travelers like yourself.
Why they chose this property
Depot Village is a cozy luxury base while exploring North-Central Florida. Nestled next to HOWL Tea Shop and on the corner of our Yellow House, Luban's coffee stop awaits. Enjoy all the comforts of downtown living blocks from fantastic dining, cafes, bars, nightclubs, & breweries. Ideal for getaways, business trips, local events, music festivals, springs visits, hiking, biking, & Gator games. Minutes from UF, Shands Hospital, Depot Park, Hawthorne Trail, Sun Center, Heartwood Sound Stage, GNV airport & more. Experience the best of Gainesville's vibrant neighborhood right at your doorstep!
What makes this property unique
Depot Village is a unique boutique hotel experience rich with traditional Florida charm. Escape to a place where you can relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect. Once a Zen Meditation Center, our guests comfortably enjoy Downtown Gainesville. We are happy to offer completely renovated, private rooms with a full set of amenities.
In addition to our charming unique rooms, we also host a wide variety of public and private events. Whether you're planning a small, intimate wedding in our courtyard, a baby shower in our Yellow House, a holiday party, company event or music festival, we can help bring your event to life!
In addition to our charming unique rooms, we also host a wide variety of public and private events. Whether you're planning a small, intimate wedding in our courtyard, a baby shower in our Yellow House, a holiday party, company event or music festival, we can help bring your event to life!
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