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Modern Comforts in a Vintage Home near U. F.
Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to University of Florida
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft
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Explore the area

Gainesville, FL
- Place, University of Florida6 min walk
- Place, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium16 min walk
- Place, Shands at the University of Florida4 min drive
- Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
GARDEN ROOM
1 Queen Bed
MASTER
1 King Bed
SARAH'S WICKER ROOM
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
HALL BATH
Bathtub or shower
MASTER BATHROOM
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Modern Comforts in a Vintage Home near U. F.
Updated short-term rental home with vintage charm in Gainesville has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with wooden floors throughout most of the home with a fabulous sun porch built in 1930. This ideal Florida getaway is about a 10-minute walk to THE SWAMP, just off University Avenue. We only rent through VRBO and are the owners of the home.
Wake before your crew for a quiet morning sipping coffee or mediating in the sun porch as you look across to the neighborhood pond.
Located in a quaint neighborhood with students, professionals and longtime residents on a quiet dead end street less than a mile from the stadium. Close to the University of Florida, Publix, restaurants, Shands, and shopping. Located close to explore all of Gainesville and the numerous state parks and natural springs.
Whether you are visiting a kiddo at college or just looking the enjoy the excitement of a big game , the University of Florida is conveniently just 10 minutes away.
Wake before your crew for a quiet morning sipping coffee or mediating in the sun porch as you look across to the neighborhood pond.
Located in a quaint neighborhood with students, professionals and longtime residents on a quiet dead end street less than a mile from the stadium. Close to the University of Florida, Publix, restaurants, Shands, and shopping. Located close to explore all of Gainesville and the numerous state parks and natural springs.
Whether you are visiting a kiddo at college or just looking the enjoy the excitement of a big game , the University of Florida is conveniently just 10 minutes away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
PLEASE LET US KNOW THEIR AGES
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No pets due to allegies to cat and dogs
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
THERE WILL BE A ROOM RECOVERY FEE FOR SMOKING
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gainesville
Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in the city centre. University of Florida Bat Houses and Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.

Gainesville, FL
What's nearby
- University of Florida - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- University of Florida Bat Houses - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mi Apá Latin Café - 19 min walk
- PDQ Fresh Tenders - 3 min drive
- Checkers - 17 min walk
- Law School Commons - 8 min walk
- The Social At Midtown - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by REBECCA SPILLERS
PURCHASED THE HOUSE TO HAVE A PLACE TO VISIT AND WORK FOR OUR DAUGHTER IN HER FLORIST SHOP. FELL IN LOVE WITH IT AND ENJOY STAYING THERE.
Why they chose this property
1940 HOUSE IN A QUIET FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD. 1600 S.F. IS PLENTY OF ROOM TO HAVE THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OVER
What makes this property unique
CLOSE TO THE UNIVERSITY BUT NOT THE ENVIROMENT OF A BUSY UNIVERSITY TOWN.
Languages:
English
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