[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # George's Country Retreat Vacation home in Gainesville ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101037500/101037457/w451h683x287y0-524832d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101037500/101037457/c6e6381e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101037500/101037457/f74f1afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101037500/101037457/fbb5dfbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101037500/101037457/1664a058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location This lovely colonial home nestled in the woods offers a peaceful retreat with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. Sit back on the front porch in rocking chairs or unwind on the screened-in back porch surrounded by nature's sounds. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities ## 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. ### George's Country Retreat Nestled away in the woods, yet only minutes from I-75, is the vacation rental you have been waiting for. This lovely colonial style home sits on 2 acres, has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths and lots of amenities to make your stay enjoyable. Sit on the front porch in rocking chairs or enjoy a spacious screened in back porch as you listen to the sounds of life just off the grid. ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91330600/91330513/28c05d0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big 4-bedroom home minutes from North Fl, Shands, Oaks Mall & Ben Hill Stadium Gainesville - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 6.6 11 reviews CA $131 CA $384 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=91330513&PinnedHotelID=91330513&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111070000/111068900/111068878/fde9d20d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Landing Apartments Newberry Newberry - 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Stay within the boundaries of the property. Quiet time is from 11pm-8am. There is absolutely now smoking, vaping or drug use allowed on the property. If we detect smoke, you will be charged an extra cleaning fee. Please do not eat or drink in the bedrooms. NO food or drinks on or around the PAC Man or pool table. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Gainesville is home to this vacation home. Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park and Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Jonesville Tennis Center. 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Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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