Cozy Hideaway in the Duck Pond

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Gainesville, FL

University of Florida4 min drive
Shands at the University of Florida5 min drive
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium7 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Beautiful home in the historic Duck Pond neighborhood. Built in 1930, this newly remodeled home is conveniently located near Downtown, University of Florida, and many unique restaurants.

The entire property is fenced in for complete privacy. Even though you are in downtown Gainesville you will feel peacefully secluded.

The property is unique in that it is the oldest house on the street and features pine trees with evidence of sap harvesting from the turpentine production days.

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this vacation home is in the city center. Matheson Museum and Matheson Historical Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center. Florida Museum of Natural History and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

Thomas Center - 12 min walk
University of Florida - 4 min drive
Shands at the University of Florida - 5 min drive
UF Health Shands Hospital - 6 min drive
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 7 min drive

Getting around

Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 12 min walk
Public & General - 15 min walk
Zaxby's - 16 min walk
The Top - 3 min drive
KFC - 17 min walk

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kimberly F.

4 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gainesville Getaway

The host was very accommodating and communicative. He provided so many thoughtful touches (snacks, spices, extra blankets, etc.) and made my stay so comfortable and easy. The bed was comfortable and everything was functional and clean. I really enjoyed my time there but was a little disappointed with the neighborhood. The neighbors across the street have a large boat in the front yard and the house next to them is being overtaken with weeds. Some of Duck Pond was absolutely beautiful with stately older homes but it was a little spotty with some derelict properties scattered throughout.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W., Chicago. Il

3 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

Located on an expansive lot with trees and flowers it was a quiet getaway for a Chicagoan. Yet it was also with walking distance of duck pond's beautiful homes, parks, and downtown Gainesville/ U of F so you got two experiences in one place. The home itself had everything you could need, with plenty of coffee sleeping area, TV's and even a little Rhumba vacuum.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

8 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parents Weekend Success!

We had an uneventful (which is good) stay here! We arrived a little later than expected, but had zero problems getting in. House was older and I’m a little sensitive to smells, but I acclimated just fine. Shower was good. Owner was very prompt in communicating and attentive to any need one might have. We didn’t spend much time there because we were always doing something with our daughter out and about, but I did make my husband play a provided kids board game Sunday before we left! :)

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023