[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy Home Close to UF, Shands & Everything in GNV Family-friendly vacation home in Gainesville ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111326200/111326116/0b297154.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111326200/111326116/dd538d4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111326200/111326116/5e4468f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111326200/111326116/efbe9d9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111330000/111326200/111326116/317ea72b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Cozy Home Close to UF, Shands & Everything in GNV, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1576 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Cozy Home Close to UF, Shands & Everything in GNV Step into a stylish and serene retreat, thoughtfully updated for comfort and connection. Gather with loved ones in the spacious, modern kitchen and enjoy meals in a chic dining area with clean lines and contemporary touches. Unwind by the fire in the cozy living room or lounge in the inviting family room, filled with warm tones and soft textures. Outside, the fully fenced backyard offers a private escape—relax on the deck or enjoy conversations around the firepit under the evening sky. With its cozy ambiance and modern flair, this peaceful getaway is perfect for making lasting memories. Conveniently located in central Gainesville to the following: \*Walking distance to the following places\* \- Loblolly Woods Nature Park Trail \- Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park \- Burrito Famous \- Mi Apa Latin Cafe \- PDQ \- Mildred's Big City Food \- Sweet Dreams (Ice Cream) \- Ballyhoo Grill \- Bailey's Health & Fitness \- Searchlight Yoga \*Distance to Important Gainesville Locations by Car\* 3 minutes to Publix Supermarket 5 minutes to the University of Florida 6 minutes to North Florida Regional Medical Center 9 minutes to Downtown Gainesville 12 minutes to UF Health Shands Hospital \*Restaurant, Cafe, Attractions & Shopping Locations Distance by Car\* 3 minutes to Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant (delicious Mexican spot) 4 minutes to Gators Dockside (solid local sports bar & grill) 4 minutes to Regal Royal Park Movie Theatre 5 minutes to Flying Biscuit Cafe (great breakfast spot) 6 minutes to Pascal's Coffeehouse 6 minutes to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History 6 minutes to Harn Museum of Art 6 minutes to Curtis M. Phillips Center of the Performing Arts 7 minutes to Fresh Kitchen (yummy and quick lunch or dinner option) 9 minutes to The Top (delicious local dinner spot) 12 minutes to Celebration Pointe (lots of shopping and restaurant options) HOUSE RULES: I want you to have an amazing stay and enjoy my home, but I do have a few rules! FIRST, THE DEAL-BREAKERS (you could lose your deposit) – Quiet hours are between 11pm and 7am. We love our neighbors. Please respect our neighbors by adhering to our quiet hours. – Absolutely NO smoking in or near the house – Absolutely NO illegal drugs of any kind. – Absolutely NO unregistered guests without prior approval. – All overnight guests must be approved in advance through the booking process and are subject to an additional fee, as noted in our booking price. – NO pets may enter the house. – Any significant damage or by not following these rules will result in the loss of your deposit. OTHER HOUSE RULES – I have provided black make-up removal hand cloths to be used for removing makeup. Please do not use other towels, washcloths, hand towels or linens for makeup removal (the stains are permanent, and you will be charged for stained linen). – Please always lock all doors and close windows prior to your departure (press the LOCK button to lock the deadbolt). – I expect that you will respect my home and that you will clean/pick up after yourself. CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS \- Checkout is at 10am. (Late check out request for 11am must be made at least 48 hours in advance so that I can ask the cleaner if that could work with her schedule. Late check out request for 12pm will be an extra charge of $45 and will also require approval at least 48 hours in advance.) \- Put all used dishes in the dishwasher with pod and run cycle OR hand wash your used dishes and leave clean dishes on drying rack. \- Put all used towels on the floor so we know the ones that were used. \- Press the LOCK button to lock the front door after leaving and make sure all windows and doors are closed and locked. \- Send me a message that you have left. KITCHEN INSTRUCTIONS: – Please put all dishes you used in the dishwasher (put dishwasher detergent or pod in and run dishwasher) OR hand wash used dishes and leave clean dishes on dish drying rack. – Please Rinse and Remove all food from dishes prior to putting them in the dishwasher. – Please ensure that all dishes are thoroughly cleaned before putting any dishes away. GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS: – Please bring out the garbage and recycling bins (should be placed along the wall inside the carport) to the curb anytime on TUESDAY since garbage will be picked up by the city early every Wednesday morning. \- Recycling is strongly encouraged by placing plastic/glass in the blue bin and paper products in the orange bin. FIRE PIT AND OUTDOOR LIGHTS RULES/INSTRUCTIONS: \- Outdoor lights are turned on via the light switch inside the home on the side wall to the right of the fireplace inside. \- You are welcome to purchase wood to use within the fire pit. \- DO NOT put/burn any items within the flames other than wood. \- DO NOT leave the fire unattended. \- When finished using the fire pit, please ensure the fire is completely out before leaving/going back inside. \- The indoor fireplace is not available for making a fire. I AM HERE IF YOU NEED ME I am accessible by phone or text should you need anything during your visit. My goal is to provide a great experience for you during your stay in my home so that you will want to leave me nothing less than a 5 star review. I appreciate the opportunity to make your stay more comfortable and address any issues you may have. If you find that there is something you need from me, please do not hesitate to ask. ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - 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 - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### 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 - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing 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 - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,576 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83569700/83569664/14b8ea4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern, Fully Upgraded Home with BBQ and Firepit! 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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. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Gainesville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gainesville.dx6048189) [View more Vacation homes in Gainesville](https://www.expedia.ca/Gainesville-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6048189-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.65812%2C-82.37270&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lZdajwdacNJHTVCVbQit0FaA2Fc=) Gainesville, FL ### What's nearby - University of Florida - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.4 km - Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 4.7 km - Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive - 4.4 km ### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Las Carretas - ‬15 min walk - ‪Mi Apá Latin Café - ‬10 min walk - ‪PDQ Fresh Tenders - ‬11 min walk - ‪Gator's Dockside - ‬19 min walk - ‪Kinya Ramen - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy Home Close to UF, Shands & Everything in GNV pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### Where is Cozy Home Close to UF, Shands & Everything in GNV located? > This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westside Park Tennis Center and University of Florida. Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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