Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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2
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Bathrooms
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2
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House Rules
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed
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Max Occupancy
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5
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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3117053
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An adorable stay with exceptional value in Gainesville! Beautifully renovated & centrally located with LOTS of personality!
- Double-ensuite floor plan (1 king & 1 queen) with centralized living space
- Private fully-fenced backyard
- String lights and private firepit
- Vaulted ceilings & well-equipped kitchen
- High-end, comfortable mattresses and linens
- High Speed Wi-Fi & desk for remote work
- Single level, no stairs
- PET-FRIENDLY
- 2 miles from UF, Ben Hill Stadium & Shands
The space
CHECK THE PICTURES FOR A VIDEO TOUR! Will give you a great idea of the scale of ceilings, the design details and the layout!
www.youtube.com/@ABetterWaytoGetaway
LUXURIOUS FINISHES: This home was thoughtfully designed and curated with you in mind! Each choice, from the comfortable beds, high-end soft, white linens, plush pillows & clean, modern aesthetics to the fully functional & renovated kitchen you will love. This vacation home will feel like your home away from home.
PERFECT FLOOR PLAN: The floor plan is ideal for couples getaways or families, with two private ensuites separated by the beautiful fully-remodeled living areas.
PRIVATE BACKYARD: The fully-fenced private backyard is also designed for your enjoyment! It features a gas firepit and string lights to enchant your evenings! Simply add your favorite glass of (x) and make some memories grilling out or enjoying your time spent with loved ones. There is also a cornhole set provided!
CENTRALLY LOCATED: The home is centrally located in the heart of SW Gainesville 2 miles from UF and very close to Shands and the UF vet hospital. Archer road and all its amenities are steps away! If you’re looking to explore it’s also very close to I75 and 30 minutes from Ginny Springs and lots of outdoor adventure.
COMFORTS OF HOME: It really is the small details that will make your stay comfortable. The little amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, laundry and dish soaps, plenty of toiletries and coffee are provided! There is both a keurig and a drip coffee maker. If there is something that would enhance your stay you recommend I add, I would love to consider it!
FREE PARKING (and plenty of it). There are two free parking spaces in front of the home as well as open-street parking for guests if needed directly in front of the home.
BEDROOMS:
One of the most important parts of your home away from home is a good night’s rest! Each of the beds have hotel-quality white linens and at least four pillows. Each bedroom also has its own fan (FL necessity!) for your comfort.
Bedroom Ensuite #1: Queen size, closet, ensuite with shower. Has a desk (& fast wifi) for remote-work.
Bedroom Ensuite #2: King size, closet, Shower/tub combo and access to patio/backyard
KITCHEN:
Modern, fully equipped, includes microwave, toaster and new SS appliance suite as well as quartz counters. We stock some basic items for you such as coffee, salt, pepper, paper towels, sponges & dish soap & etc. There is both a Keurig and a drip coffee maker for your preference!
TV & LIVING ROOM
Living room: Two comfy sofas, with 60" Smart TV
I look forward to hosting you and I am happy to answer any questions you may have!
-Kate
*Here are few kind words from past guests*
"Wonderful stay here! Briefly visited Gainesville to visit family, and couldn’t have asked for an easier cuter stay. Much appreciated the responsive host, and well decorated space."
"Kate’s place is GORGEOUS! So clean, so many small touches and conveniences. It was a lovely place to stay in Gainesville, and I would definitely stay at one of Kate’s places again."
"An absolute gem of a location! Kate was very responsive and helpful. The place was perfect for our game day weekend and is beautifully decorated. We couldn’t have asked for anything better, especially on such short notice on our end. We will be recommending this location to our friends and will definitely be staying here again. Kate crushed it. Thank you for such a wonderful stay."
"Kate’s place is always so lovely, clean and inviting to stay at. We love the convenience to downtown and are so appreciative that we are able to bring our large pup with us when we visit Gainesville. I love recommending her place to anyone that’s planning a Gainesville trip."
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Guest access
The entire home (no shared spaces), 2 parking spaces (plus open street parking if needed) and a fenced in backyard
The home is also PET-FRIENDLY!
My goal is for you to know exactly the home you're booking so it meets and exceeds your expectations so you may have an excellent getaway! As you enter the street you will see some of the initial homes are rentals and not as nicely kept, while the rear/remainder of the street are all family homes. It is a wonderfully centrally located, safe, and quiet neighborhood. Gainesville is an eclectic mixing bowl of renters, students and families alike! I have been happily hosting (now thousands of guests) here for over 8 years and I lived here myself for 4! I am happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to hosting you!
Gainesville is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and University of Florida Bat Houses, while Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Westside Park Tennis Center.
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