[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Florida ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890400/98890326/5a7f92aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890400/98890326/d3768744.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890400/98890326/6202b74a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890400/98890326/20279a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890400/98890326/e86c1c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the warmth of Gainesville's Historic Oakview neighborhood at The Key. With 5 bedrooms, 2 full kitchens, and a dedicated private parking lot, this newly renovated historic home is perfect for big groups. Located within walking distance to the University of Florida and Downtown Gainesville. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142000 sq ft ## 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. ### The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT Summary: The Key | Newly Renovated Historic Home ▻ Gainesville's Premier New Airbnb ▻ Minutes to University of Florida & Downtown G'ville ▻ 5 Bedrooms & 2 Baths ▻ 7 beds for up to 14 guests (incl. 3 Kings) ▻ 2 Full Kitchens, Perfect For Big Groups! ▻ Fully equipped & family-friendly ▻ FREE Dedicated Private Parking Lot ▻ Downstairs (Single Level) w/ Multiple Entrances The Space: The perfect place for those visiting Gainesville's thriving University scene or those wanting to experience the natural wonder of North Florida, such as the beautiful freshwater springs, like Ginnie Springs (only a 40-minute drive)! Guest Access: Full access to the home, including: kitchen with pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen appliances, HDTVs, etc. Free dedicated parking lot. The Neighborhood: Located in Gainesville's Historic Oakview neighborhood within walking distance to the University of Florida and Downtown Gainesville. Getting Around: Uber and Lyft easily accessible! Only ~1 mile to UF and downtown Gainesville! Other Things to Note: 🔇 NO parties or loud music; $500 fee 🦮 NO pets; $250 fee. Proof of up-to-date vaccinations required for Service Animals 🚭 NO smoking or vaping (incl. tobacco & marijuana); $250 fee 🙅‍♂️ NO unregistered guests (all guests must be on the reservation); $100 fee for each unregistered guest 📄Please keep in mind that to confirm your reservation you will be required to fill and sign a Guest App, where you will have to upload a valid ID, phone number and email, and choose a damage waiver/deposit option so we can make sure to better cater to your stay. We will give you access to the form immediately after booking. You will find all your booking information there (check in/out info, early check in / late check out options, local guide, property details, etc.) \--- 🎥 We have an active doorbell security camera outside to ensure the safety of guests and our home; it also helps us guarantee that all house rules are being followed 🔊 We have an active noise decibel detector inside that detects excess noise and notifies us \--- 🙋You have been charged for the number of guests selected at the time of booking; for more than 6 guests, there is a $12 nightly charge per extra guest 😴 Potential for noise: You may have neighbors upstairs/downstairs; light sleepers may be affected 🏠 Guests must climb 5 stairs; not wheelchair accessible \--- Please, 🧹 Be respectful of the space (this is our home) and clean up reasonably after yourself 🗑️ Do not leave any trash outside--we like to keep our community beautiful. Trash days are Wednesday, if your stay falls in those days we'd really appreciate if you could pull the bin to the curb 🔧 Let us know immediately if you accidentally break or damage anything or if anything isn’t working as it should ❕Double-check closets and grab all your things before heading out. Forgot something? We’re happy to help return it for a $30 handling fee plus shipping. Cancellation Fees: All cancelled reservations are subject to a 4% fee, even if cancelled within the free-cancellation period. During the free-cancellation period, your total refund will be 96% of the original booking amount—no exceptions. If canceling outside the free cancellation period, normal cancellation penalties will apply. Please feel free to ask us for more information about these if you have any questions or concerns. 💫 Have a wonderful stay! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97590000/97584000/97583964/2f65546a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TIDE + TAILGATE - Sleeps 12, Arcades, Mini Golf Gainesville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews CA $173 CA $457 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=97583964&PinnedHotelID=97583964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95798000/95797972/9d4c1474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coaches House 1.5 mile from Ben Griffin Stadium Downtown Gainesville - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=95797972&PinnedHotelID=95797972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88495700/88495673/547b64b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gator Den 6 Bedrooms Steps to UF Gainesville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=88495673&PinnedHotelID=88495673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 14 reviews CA $285 CA $660 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=96141454&PinnedHotelID=96141454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57520000/57519100/57519055/6369ceb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Oasis w/ New Salt Pool Walk to Publix & Restaurants - 1 Mile to UF Gainesville - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=57519055&PinnedHotelID=57519055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115050000/115044700/115044609/dc022638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TreeTops Spacious Architectural Retreat Gainesville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $234 CA $603 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=115044609&PinnedHotelID=115044609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119030000/119024100/119024052/dcff80f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Magnolia Modern | New, Near UF, Shands, Nature Gainesville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning CA $151 CA $320 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=119024052&PinnedHotelID=119024052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75800000/75791400/75791334/97c1c423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Floridian. 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Proof of up-to-date vaccinations required for Service Animals 🚭 NO smoking or vaping (... ### 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 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 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 ### Property is also known as 64fe24d87b202800492065ff ## 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%7C29.66356%2C-82.33124&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hlKFTA44l8sqpGVyt_Jb_cZ2EX0=) Gainesville, FL #### What's nearby - Thomas Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - University of Florida - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - Shands at the University of Florida - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km - Florida Museum of Natural History - 9 min drive - 7.4 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬11 min walk - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT? > As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT on Oct 12, 2025 start from CA $186.94, 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-Newly-Renod-Historic-Mansion-1-Mile-To-UF-DT.h98890326.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT located? > Situated in Gainesville, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Thomas Center and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from University of Florida. Hippodrome State Theatre and Matheson History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Key 🎼 Reno'd Historic 5BD! 1 Mile to UF & DT 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Unna Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place! Great location and beautiful interior! ##### Unna Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie D. Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for family What a beautiful home and it was perfect for our family to stay together while in Gainesville celebrating my daughter's wedding. The host is so accommodating and let us hold a small gathering the night before the event. ##### Marie D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dusty T. Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house with lots of charm! We had a great stay at The Key! We had 12 guests staying in the house and we had plenty of space. The house was clean, nicely renovated, and there was plenty of parking in the back. The hosts were very responsive with check in/ out procedures, additional information, and with correcting small issues we had during the stay. We stayed here for a Gator game and it was a short Uber ride to downtown or midtown. Thanks again! ##### Dusty T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff S. Nov 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming for a family reunion! Lot’s of space and very interesting remodeled home. I would highly recommend! ##### Jeff S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren D. Nov 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Lauren D. 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