[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands. Family-friendly vacation home in Gainesville ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107245500/107245477/8e662246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107245500/107245477/233dcc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107245500/107245477/c990ce76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107245500/107245477/39b40156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107245500/107245477/ba71f4d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a firepit, a playground, and an arcade/game room at NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands.. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 7.0 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101445 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands. Newly renovated 1972 ranch-style home is located in a beloved peaceful neighborhood on the Southside of Gainesville just off of Williston Road and within minutes of the University of Florida, UF Health, VA, I-75, shopping, and all the amenities the city has to offer. The 1445 sq ft house is tucked away on a private road offering plenty of privacy including a large fenced in backyard with an outdoor dining space, propane grill, and bonfire! This beautiful home features a large Living Room with a 72” Roku TV, Queen Sleeper Sofa and a designated remote workspace. The Dining Room and Kitchen Combo offers the newest amenities with all the upgrades. Going out the Sliding Glass Doors into the backyard you are welcomed into a Private Fully Fenced in Yard with Wood Burning Fire pit perfect for all your large gatherings. Down the main hallway you will find two (2) Guest Bedrooms; one (1) Queen Bed and one (1) King Bed. They share a fully remodeled Hallway Guest Bathroom with a Tub/Shower Combo. The Master Bedroom offers a King Bed, Walk-in Closet, and private attached en-suite fully remodeled Bathroom with a Walk-in Shower. On the opposite side of the house, through the Kitchen, you will find a Game Room with a foosball table, the Laundry Room with full-size Washer and Dryer, and the 4th bedroom with two (2) Twin Beds plus a private entrance. The interiors boast beautifully designed furnishings, new vinyl wood-grain flooring and plenty of space for gatherings amongst family and friends. This home is truly a wonderful retreat in heart of Gainesville, Florida! \*\*\*Please Note: This property is located on a private lime rock dirt road. ## 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 - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - 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 - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### 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 - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 1,445 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108460000/108453000/108452907/d9b46466.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hidden Cabin - Adventure Awaits! 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Up to four (4) standard sized vehicles can fit. NO PARKING on front grass lawn. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: $50 Non-Refundable Pet Fee; Per Stay (2 Pets Max) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties $250 Non-Refundable Event Fee ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15 Note from host: $250 Non-Refundable Event Fee 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.61249%2C-82.34978&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GKjs4d7RtM47t3w4WwgkjkBpaJA=) Gainesville, FL #### What's nearby - University of Florida - 2 min drive - 2.4 km - Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Florida Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive - 4.4 km - University of Florida Bat Houses - 7 min drive - 5.1 km - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.1 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Spark at Embers - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is NEW! Gainesville Peaceful Retreat - Family & Pet-Friendly! Close to UF & Shands. located? > This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Meridian Acute Care and Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park. University of Florida is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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