Title: Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! Vacation home in Gainesville with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104560000/104557100/104557062/e726661a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104560000/104557100/104557062/781f6a89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104560000/104557100/104557062/537c4a45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104560000/104557100/104557062/bf7a46cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104560000/104557100/104557062/c72bce31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gainesville's majestic oaks set the scene for this charming Florida home. Savor quiet moments on the spacious side deck or unwind in the versatile loft, perfect for relaxation or creative pursuits. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 18 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! Nestled amid majestic oaks on a generous 2.75 acre parcel of land in Gainesville, this Florida home welcomes you to unwind and savor moments of quiet reflection. Two-story columns on the front porch evoke a sense of grandeur, complemented by a brick façade and the warmth of wood siding. Stepping through the threshold you are greeted by a spiral staircase that ascends to a second-story loft, creating an enchanting focal point that invites exploration, leading to a versatile space ideal for relaxation or creative endeavors. On each side of the loft is attic storage. Five bedrooms and two bathrooms, ample space for comfortable living. The roof and plumbing of the home were updated in 2015. Property has a working well with water softener, filtration system, and UV light purification. Includes refrigerator, range, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. French doors from the dinning room open to a side deck for morning coffee, alfresco dining or gatherings under the stars. There is a spacious shed, ideal for housing outdoor equipment, building materials or pursuing hobbies. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the property's proximity to the Hawthorne Alachua trail and nature parks. Offering accessible opportunities for outdoor recreation, wildlife observation and leisurely strolls amidst nature's splendor. Situated just 9 miles from the vibrant heart of downtown Gainesville and a mere 8 miles from the town of Micanopy, this residence offers a perfect blend of tranquility, accessibility, and vintage charm. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Do not go into the shed. Please and thank you :) ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Foosball table - Table tennis ### 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 ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96150000/96141500/96141454/a63aee9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CHOMP HOUSE - 0.8m to Stadium, Pool, Sleeps 16, Mini Golf, Huge TV Gainesville - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $250 CA $608 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=96141454&PinnedHotelID=96141454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75810000/75808600/75808564/10a901c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### University House - 8 Bedrooms - Walk to UF / Stadium Duckpond - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=75808564&PinnedHotelID=75808564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116480000/116471300/116471211/f8c229e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable Farmhouse Retreat Near Lake Santa Fe: Sleeps 16! 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Please and thank you :) ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 28 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 and a first aid kit 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=29.593569,-82.216736&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BzssDr%7DxtN%3FS%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%40O%40Q%40QBQBQ%40OBSBOBQBQDOBQDODQBODQFODODOFODOFOFOFOFMFOFOHMFMHOHMHKHOHMHKHMJMHKJKJMHKJIJKJMJILIJKJILIJILILIJGLILGLGLGLGLGNGLELELENGLCNELCNELCNCNCLCNANCNALCNAN%3FNANAN%3FL%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNBLDLBNFLDNDLDLFLFLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLHLHJHJHLJJHJHJLJJJHJJHLJJHJJLHLHJHLJNFJHLHNFLHLFNFNFLFNFNFNFNDNFNDNDNDPDNDPBNDPBNBPBPBNBRBN%40PBP%40P%40P%40N%40P%40R%40P%3FP%3FN%40P%3FR%3FPAP%3FN%3FPARAPAPANAPARCNAPCPCPCNCPCPCNEPCPENENEPENENGNEPGLGNGNGNGLGNGNILGLINILGLKLILIJILKLIJKJILKJKHKJKLKHKHMJKHKHMHMHKHMFMHMFMFMFMFMFMFMDODMFODMBMDOBMBODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAMCOAOCOAMCOCOCMCOEMCOEMCOEMGMEMEOGMGMGMGMGMGMIKGMIMIKIMIKIKKMIKIKMKKKIIKKMKKIKKMIMIKIMIMIMIMIOGMIMGOGOGMGOGMGQEMGQEOEOGOEQCOEOEQCQEOCQCQCOCQAQCQCOASAQAOAQAQ%3FSAQ%3FO%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6jWYNu3iifmkmLndaF0DNeDqVdg=) Gainesville, FL #### What's nearby - Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km - Kate's Fish Camp - 3 min drive - 5.4 km - Micanopy Historical Society Museum - 10 min drive - 15.9 km - Micanopy Cemetery - 11 min drive - 16.5 km - University of Florida - 19 min drive - 17.4 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪SUBWAY - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bar B Que by Kent - ‬9 min drive - ‪Eastwood Meadows - ‬8 min drive - ‪China Wok - ‬10 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville!? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! on Nov 26, 2025 start from CA $818.12, 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-Ponderosa.h104557062.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ponderosa, off the beaten path but 15 minutes to Gainesville! located? > Situated in Gainesville, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kate's Fish Camp and Micanopy Historical Society Museum. UF Health Family Medicine - Eastside and Micanopy Cemetery are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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