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Comfortably Close and pet friendly

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A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and black shelving units.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a window with sheer curtains.
A wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs and a small table.
A living room with a brown sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a round wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to University of Florida

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Regal Royal Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cultural Plaza
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Gainesville

Gainesville is home to this holiday home. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Westside Park Tennis Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Regal Royal Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Florida - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cultural Plaza - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Carretas - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mi Apá Latin Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Leonardo's Pizza of Millhopper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortably Close and pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfortably Close and pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westside Park Tennis Center and University of Florida. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Great spot for UF graduation events.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the university. Large home that accommodates a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay! Lisa was a wonderful host and we have already booked a second trip.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2024
Wonderful having your crew stay with us. They did a good job leaving the house tidy and in order. We appreciate you staying with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Lovely place, conveniently located. Well appointed and comfortable and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booked week stayed 48hrs...Look, you decide. FYI 8 image limit. Use caution. 1. Host prior knowledge: plumbing issues (see hosts notes)2. HVAC issues (see hosts notes)3. Strong plumbing odor 4. Damaged soffit above access to back yard & back door has a hole in it.5. Wrong wifi info6. Not the hosts fault (Large tree fell, small branch scratched my car) 7. Bugs. Bugs everywhere. My bed, my dogs water bowl
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend stay!

Great place / super location to be close to UF for graduation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay and great host!

Worked out really well for a game day trip for multiple families.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2023
Happy everyone (that made it) had a great weekend! I look forward to hosting the whole crew next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gainesville Gem

Beautiful home in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Thank you Ron! We are fortunate to be so close to the university! So many of our guests chose to walk to the stadium! Win or loose, we hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

The house was very convenient and close to the UF campus. We loved the back yard for our dogs and the 4 bedrooms worked perfect for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Golf Camp stay

Location convenient to everything in Gainesville, especially UF campus. Several fantastic restaurants and Publix nearby. House is very comfortable and great for our 2 dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a family gathering for a UF graduation. Host was helpful and flexible. Great for family dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent spot close to campus

We had a fantastic stay! The house was nicer than the pictures posted, there was so much room, and the property owner was so sweet and attentive! Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2023
Thank you Lauren! It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Hostess!

Spacious home, convenient location, quick response from Lisa. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thank you Linda for your kind review! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope you’ll be back for your next Gainesville adventure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Army Brothers Reunion

We enjoyed the fact that we all were together in one place. There was plenty of spaces to gather around and enjoy each other and catch up.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location/Wonderful Communication

Property was incredible, very clean, and owner was very responsive. Located in an area with plenty of amenities and activities to offer. We will be back!
Stayed 25 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2023
Thank you for the kind review! We definitely are comfortably close to just about everything you could possibly need or want! Gainesville offers much and if you have the time to explore, there’s plenty to do, eat and see. We look forward to your return! Best to you and your family. !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location for UF/ Santa Fe Parents

This place was perfect for our family that was busy with graduation events. We had ample room to move around, and the layout was good for the small gathering of family we had at the graduation. Bonus points for allowing pets. Our pups loved running around the backyard.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Heather, It was a pleasure hosting you and your family for graduation! I am glad the celebration included your pups! Congratulations to all, especially the graduate! GO GATORS!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Game Day

Friends and family united for FL/FSU. The house was great, neat, clean and plenty of space. Hope I can book it for the next game.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
Hey Richard! Thank you so much for the kind review! It was nice that you had fans for both teams! It was a fantastic game minus the score. I guess that depends on who you’re pulling for! We would love to have you back! You just say when!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortably Close great stay

The house was comfortable, clean and felt more like home than a hotel which allows us to spend more time with family members. Having 2 bathrooms was a blessing when we were getting ready in the morning. It was so beautiful with all the trees just behind the house. It made me feel like we were in a forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2023
Diana, It was a pleasure meeting you and family. Thank you for choosing our property for your Gainesville visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family house for UF visit

We came up for orientation with our daughter. House is in a perfect location for getting to and from campus. Plenty of food and grocery options close to house. The road in front of house is very busy, but it was quiet in the house. Nice walkable neighborhood for the dog. Owner is quick to respond. Plenty of room in the house to relax and hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
We love hosting new Gator families! Welcome to UF and Gainesville! Glad you enjoyed the space and thank you for mentioning how quiet it is despite the road. We offer multiple properties in the neighborhood across the street as well. Hope to see you again soon for move in week! Have a great summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Baseball trip

The property was spacious and close to everything. Communication with the owners was quick and easy. Unfortunately, one of the bedrooms was unusable because there was hair all over the sheets. Another bedroom only had sheer curtains on the windows so as soon as it became light outside it was impossible to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Thank you for this information. We work hard to keep quality housekeeping helpers. It is unfortunate that this was overlooked but it will be addressed. Again, thank you for the information. As for this year curtains, those will be replaced immediately! We hope you will consider us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot close to UF

What an awesome place! Super close to UF and convenient for football games, graduation, or any event you might be attending. Lots of parking space off of 34th! Comfy beds and pillows and a great living space to hang out in. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the backyard due to the heat, but it looks like a great place to be in cooler weather. Lisa was an amazing host and even offered to return items that were left there. The neighborhood was quiet and despite being on a fairly main road there was not much traffic noise — nothing a little white noise can’t easily cover.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for the very kind review and for staying with us! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Football Weekend

The exterior of the house and yard need some cleanup and weed eating/trimming/mowing. The inside of the house was clean and had everything we needed. AC was pre-set and was a good temperature. Shower had great pressure and nice & hot water. The pillows on the beds were too thick, hurt everyone's necks. Location of the house was pretty good. Close to lots of restaurants, and grocery store, etc. Not too close to the campus or football stadium. Not really walkable, but easy to get to. Overall, we liked the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Very nice house but a noisy location

The house was very well maintained and updated. But because it was located right on 34th Street, there was a lot of traffic noise. This made it a bit difficult for some of my family to get a good nights rest. Even if you hung out on the back deck and yard, there was a sizeable amount of traffic noise. The Wi-Fi router was only operating at 2.4 GHz instead of including 5 GHz channels so the max speed was about 48 MBPS instead of 500 MBPS. I recommend that the owner provides a Swiffer Jet for the white tile floor as a broom doesn't pick up the dirt from your shoes when it is wet or damp but a Swiffer would. We kept the place clean but had to use wet paper towels to do so. Only some of the bedrooms had power strips with USB ports because there were few outlets in each room. All bedrooms should have power strips. It would be good if the windows had shades in them to make the rooms darker for sleeping. If the house were in a quiet location, we would stay again but not in that location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2023
Good morning Kevin and thank you for your honest review. This helps me make improvements for our future guests! Apparently our power strips are popular because they keep disappearing. I understand the importance of them in each room and I apologize that one may have been missing. I must find away to secure them to the furniture and/or walls. Also thank you for the heads up about the Wi-Fi. This should have been addressed during your stay. I believe AT&T could have corrected this if I had known to call them. It has been updated now. As for your suggestions of the Swifer and blackout curtains… done! Great suggestions! Finally the road noise. This I cannot change. Seems that every guest is different. Those coming from a big city to stay in “little ole Gainesville” have never mentioned the noise while others notice it right away. We added oscillating fans to provide some white noise and this was appreciated by the guest who needed just a little help. My family lived in this house when I was a teenager. We never noticed the traffic then but I’ve grown and traffic isn’t the same as it was then. I’ll update my listing so future guests will be aware. Again, thank you Kevin! It was a pleasure hosting you and when you return to Gainesville, please consider one of our other properties which are tucked away in the neighborhood across the street. One of them, another childhood home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and relaxing stay

Mrs.Lisa was amazing. She answered all of my questions when I had them in a very timely manner. She has a beautiful home and we would definitely stay again, we spent 10 days in her home quite relaxing, even though i had work. would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again. The area is very close to everything you need .
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2023
So glad you enjoyed your Gainesville stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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