Peaceful 2BR Barn Retreat - 7 Acres Near Gainesville, Springs & Trails

I'm a retired Army Master Sergeant turned peaceful place-builder. After 23 years of service, I traded combat boots for barefoot mornings and began creating spaces where guests can rest, reset, and reconnect.
I’m a woodworker, minimalist, and father who believes stillness is the new luxury. I built The Whispering Grove with my own hands — not just as a vacation rental, but as a sanctuary for the soul.

Hosting here is personal to me. This place has been part of my healing, and I hope it becomes part of your peace too.

I chose this area because it’s quiet, grounded, and surrounded by the kind of natural beauty that invites you to slow down and breathe. Nestled just outside Gainesville, it offers the best of both worlds — peaceful woods and open skies, with stores and springs just minutes away.
The neighborhood feels like a hidden pocket of North Florida — where neighbors wave, deer wander through in the morning, and the loudest sound at night is the hoot of an owl. I fell in love with the stillness here, and I knew it was the perfect place to build a space for others to come recharge and reconnect with nature.

The Whispering Grove Barn is more than a tiny house — it’s a handcrafted retreat, built from the ground up with heart and intention. Set on 7 private, gated acres, it offers true seclusion without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Every piece of wood, light fixture, and path was chosen with care — not just to look good, but to feel good.
What makes it unique is the energy. Guests often say they feel it as soon as they arrive — a sense of calm, safety, and quiet magic. Whether you're journaling by the window, watching the trees sway from the fire pit, or waking up in the loft bathed in golden light, this place invites you to rest, reflect, and feel more like yourself again.