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Forest-Themed, Cozy & Spacious Haven Home

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Smart TV, fireplace, foosball
Game room
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

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4 bedrooms2 bathrooms146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Forest-Themed, Cozy & Spacious Haven Home

Escape to a forest-inspired retreat in the heart of Gainesville! This unique space combines cozy woodland vibes with urban convenience, featuring rustic touches like wood beams, a cabin bunk bed, and immersive forest-themed decor. Perfect for relaxation or gatherings!

This location is just 3 minutes from Publix Supermarket, 5 minutes from the University of Florida, 9 minutes from downtown Gainesville, 12 minutes from UF Health Shands Hospital, 6 minutes from North Florida Regional Medical Center, and 5 minutes from Publix and Walmart. Enjoy nature's charm with all the comforts of city living!

Also conveniently located in central Gainesville to the following:

*Walking distance to the following places*
- Loblolly Woods Nature Park Trail
- Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park
- Burrito Famous
- Mi Apa Latin Cafe
- PDQ
- Mildred's Big City Food
- Sweet Dreams (Ice Cream)
- Ballyhoo Grill
- Bailey's Health & Fitness
- Searchlight Yoga

*Restaurant, Cafe, Attractions & Shopping Locations Distance by Car*
3 minutes to Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant (delicious Mexican spot)
4 minutes to Gators Dockside (solid local sports bar & grill)
4 minutes to Regal Royal Park Movie Theatre
5 minutes to Flying Biscuit Cafe (great breakfast spot)
6 minutes to Pascal's Coffeehouse
6 minutes to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
6 minutes to Harn Museum of Art
6 minutes to Curtis M. Phillips Center of the Performing Arts
7 minutes to Fresh Kitchen (yummy and quick lunch or dinner option)
9 minutes to The Top (delicious local dinner spot)
12 minutes to Celebration Pointe (lots of shopping and restaurant options)

Your group will create lasting memories in this cozy forest escape!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
- The house has a forest theme feel and has plenty of wood inside, the smell of wood may be noticed in the home. It also has an active fireplace that is not child proof.
- The city is able to empty the garbage and recycling bins on Wednesday mornings. If the big black garbage bin and recycling bins are full (they should be located outside of the garage to the right, if they have not already been brought to the street), please bring the garbage and recycling bins to the street touching the curb anytime on Tuesday evening so they can be emptied early Wednesday morning.

HOUSE RULES:
I want you to have an amazing stay and enjoy my home, but I do have a few rules!

FIRST, THE DEAL-BREAKERS (you could lose your deposit)

– Quiet hours are between 11pm and 7am. We love our neighbors. Please respect our neighbors by adhering to our quiet hours.
– Absolutely NO smoking in or near the house
– Absolutely NO illegal drugs of any kind.
– Absolutely NO unregistered guests without prior approval.
– All overnight guests must be approved in advance through the booking process and are subject to an additional fee, as noted in our booking price.
– NO pets may enter the house.
– Any significant damage or by not following these rules will result in the loss of your deposit.

OTHER HOUSE RULES
– I have provided black make-up removal hand cloths to be used for removing makeup. Please do not use other towels, washcloths, hand towels or linens for makeup removal (the stains are permanent, and you will be charged for stained linen).
– Please always lock all doors and close windows prior to your departure (press the LOCK button to lock the deadbolt).
– I expect that you will respect my home and that you will clean/pick up after yourself.

CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS
- Checkout is at 10am. (Late check out request for 11am must be made at least 48 hours in advance so that I can ask the cleaner if that could work with her schedule. Late check out request for 12pm will be an extra charge of $45 and will also require approval at least 48 hours in advance.)
- Put all used dishes in the dishwasher with pod and run cycle OR hand wash your used dishes and leave clean dishes on drying rack.
- Put all used towels on the floor so we know the ones that were used.
- Press the LOCK button to lock the front door after leaving and make sure all windows and doors are closed and locked.
- Send me a message that you have left.

KITCHEN INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please put all dishes you used in the dishwasher (put dishwasher detergent or pod in and run dishwasher) OR hand wash used dishes and leave clean dishes on dish drying rack.
– Please Rinse and Remove all food from dishes prior to putting them in the
dishwasher.
– Please ensure that all dishes are thoroughly cleaned before putting any dishes away.

GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please bring out the garbage and recycling bins (should be placed along the wall inside the carport) to the curb anytime on TUESDAY since garbage will be picked up by the city early every Wednesday morning.
- Recycling is strongly encouraged by placing plastic/glass in the blue bin and paper products in the orange bin.

FIRE PIT AND OUTDOOR LIGHTS RULES/INSTRUCTIONS:
- Outdoor lights are turned on via the light switch inside the home on the side wall to the right of the fireplace inside.
- You are welcome to purchase wood to use within the fire pit.
- DO NOT put/burn any items within the flames other than wood.
- DO NOT leave the fire unattended.
- When finished using the fire pit, please ensure the fire is completely out before leaving/going back inside.
- The indoor fireplace is not available for making a fire.

I AM HERE IF YOU NEED ME

I am accessible by phone or text should you need anything during your visit. My goal is to provide a great experience for you during your stay in my home so that you will want to leave me nothing less than a 5 star review. I appreciate the opportunity to make your stay more comfortable and address any issues you may have. If you find that there is something you need from me, please do not hesitate to ask.

Property manager

Lisa Becks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,576 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Carretas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mi Apá Latin Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪PDQ Fresh Tenders - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mildred's Big City Food - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gator's Dockside - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest-Themed, Cozy & Spacious Haven Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

Where is Forest-Themed, Cozy & Spacious Haven Home located?

This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westside Park Tennis Center and University of Florida. Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Forest-Themed, Cozy & Spacious Haven Home Reviews

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JOSE m C.

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Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025