[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Florida ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94643800/94643707/5d7aacef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94643800/94643707/5d13ba2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94643800/94643707/8a2acdee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94643800/94643707/c0b179dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94650000/94643800/94643707/00985297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Gainesville, Florida, our spacious 2-bedroom retreat offers a tranquil ambiance and comfortable furnishings. Unwind in the cozy living area with multiple TVs for your entertainment or prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV Welcome to our spacious 2-bedroom retreat in Gainesville, Florida! This modern haven features comfortable furnishings, ample natural light, and a tranquil ambiance. Unwind in the cozy living area with multiple TVs for your entertainment. The well-equipped kitchen invites you to prepare delicious meals. With a roomy layout and tasteful decor, our home offers a relaxing atmosphere. Explore nearby attractions, or simply enjoy the peacefulness of the neighborhood. Your ideal getaway awaits! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109045900/109045835/840dc153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1940 cottage seen on FYI, 2bd 2ba Gainesville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 3 reviews CA $133 CA $302 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=109045835&PinnedHotelID=109045835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100155200/100155109/w471h683x277y0-027b4ff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect house location for Gainesville, Fl Gainesville - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Microwave 8.0 Very good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=100155109&PinnedHotelID=100155109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84030000/84023600/84023535/18056f04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3Bd 2Bath home 5 miles to Stadium/Campus/Downtown! 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Neighbors may call local law enforcement if noise levels are excessive after hours Smoking of any kind is not permitted inside or outside of the home - resulting in a $1,000 fee. Unauthorized pets will result in a $500 fee per pet. Unauthorized guests will result in a $500 fee per guest per night NO PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total pets Note from host: $75 per pet per stay ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.670313,-82.35166&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qzbtDzhsuN%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBO%40QBSBOBQBQBOBQDOBQDODQDODODQFMDQFMFQDOFMFOHMFOFOHMHMHMFOHMHKJMHKHMJMJKHKJKJMJIJKJIJKLKJGJKLILIJGLILGLILGLGLGLELGLGNELELENELCNELENCNCLCNCNCLANCN%3FNANCL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%3FNBN%40L%40N%40N%40NBLBNBLBNBNDLDNBLDLDNDLDLFNFLDLFLFLFLHJFLHLFLHJHLJJFJJLJJHJJJHJLHJJJJLHJJLHJHLHJHLHNHLFLHLFNHNFLFNFLFNFPDLFPDLDPDNFNBPDNDPBNDPBNBRBNBN%40RBP%40NBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FPAPAPAPAPCPAPCPAPCNCPCPCNEPCPENEPCNGNEPENENGNENGNGNGLGNGNILGNINGJILINILILIJILKJILKJKLIJKJKHKJKJMJKHKHMHKHMHMFMHKHMFMFMFMFMDOFMFMDODMDMDODMDOBOBMBOBMBOBO%40O%40MBO%3FOBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOCMCOCOCMCOEMEOEMEMEOEMGMGMEMGMGMGMGMIMIKGMIMIKIKIMIKKKKKKKIKKKKIMKKKMIKIMKKIMIMGOIMIKIOGOGMIOGOGMEOGOGOEOGOEOEQEOEOEQCOEQCQCOCQCQCOCQAQCQAQAQAQAQAQAQ%3FQ%3FQAQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4PykcKNuMZB5RjFMKK-_pKzGPMc=) Gainesville, FL #### What's nearby - University of Florida - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 3.5 km - Florida Museum of Natural History - 7 min drive - 5.4 km - Oaks Mall - 9 min drive - 7.3 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV on Oct 8, 2025 start from CA $102.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Gainesville-Hotels-Expansive-Forest-Ridge-Retreat-In-Central-GNV.h94643707.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV located? > Situated in Gainesville, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of University of Florida, Stephen C. O'Connell Center, and Westside Park Tennis Center. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Lake Alice are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### justin w. Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Excellent ##### justin w. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kacy M. Nov 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### go Gators nice place ##### Kacy M. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine M. Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely House We loved the house. It was in a great neighborhood with no concerns of safety. I loved the charm of the old house and there was plenty of room to spread out. ##### Catherine M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison G. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Game weekend stay in Gainesville The house was big and would be great if you have multiple parties staying, as it is pretty spread out to give everyone their space. It is an older home and a little outdated but perfect for a weekend stay to visit Gainesville and attend the game. It served our needs nicely. While we didn’t end up bringing our pets, I liked that it was pet friendly and had a fenced-in backyard. One thing I’d like to note though, we arrived at dark and there isn’t a sidewalk from the driveway to the front door and no lights were on outside the home, so we had to use our phone flashlights to see how maneuver through the grass with our luggage to get in to the front door. Also, the beds were a little worn out but nothing we couldn’t deal with. Overall it was a nice place for a quick weekend stay. ##### Alison G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hermann K. May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Hermann K. 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