Great for families and friends traveling together.
This newly restored historic home in the Duckpond area of downtown Gainesville is within walking distance of many bars and restaurants. It is also just minutes away from UF campus.
One bedroom has a king bed 2nd bedroom has a queen bed- perfect for families or for friends sharing a home. We also provide a queen-sized air mattress with sheets and pillows. Please let us know at time of booking if you need an air mattress.
Great for families and very peaceful surroundings.
Visiting Gainesville for UF sports, graduation, Shands, or sightseeing? We have the perfect place for you. Come back and relax after your event- or watch your event from the flat-screen TVs in the living room and bedroom. The house was renovated the summer of 2012 (it`s 1250 SF heated/ cooled).
You can walk to downtown bars and restaurants. The historic Thomas Center is just 3 short blocks away. We are also just a 10 minutes drive from La Chua Trail (a Florida State Park) where you are guaranteed to see 1 to 100 alligators.
We are also just 2 miles from UF campus, the Swamp, and the O`Connell Center.
The owners live next door to the house, and can be easily reached via phone and e-mail.
The shared backyard is fenced in and maintained by the owners, and connects to the backyard of the owners and our other historic rental home (the backyard is meticulously maintained with beautiful seasonal flowers and greenery-- winter is iffy for flowers depending on the weather).
The whole house is for the guests, and the backyard area is shared with 1 other rental house and the owners, and is beautifully maintained.
I allow for self-check in so that guests have privacy, but I`m available anytime I`m needed via phone, e-mail or in person.
Beautiful historic Duckpond neighborhood in downtown Gainesville.
Most bars and restaurants are within walking distance, but everything is within driving distance, and there is also a bus stop nearby.
The house has 3 small steps to get into all 3 entrances (it`s a historic home and is slightly elevated). Once inside, it is all one level.
Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process. 1. No Smoking- $250 fee for smoking inside the home****** 2. Quiet Hours- 9:30 pm to 8 am- (you may be asked to leave and you will not receive a refund)****** 3. No Parties- ****** 4. No Pets Allowed- $200 fee if caught with a pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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 are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gainesville
Duckpond, a neighbourhood in Gainesville, is home to this apartment. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westside Park Tennis Center and Regal Royal Park. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.
UF Health Family Medicine - Eastside - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
University of Florida - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
The Top - 6 min walk
Cry Baby's - 7 min walk
University Club - 6 min walk
The Dime - 6 min walk
Main Street Bar & Billiards - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard on 9 July 2026 start from AU$248, including 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 for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard located?
Located in Duckpond, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Thomas Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from University of Florida. Matheson History Museum and Hippodrome State Theatre are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfect pad for a game weekend in close proximity to both downtown & campus. It was easy for us to walk everywhere and experience all the great options and atmosphere.
The house is wonderful… very well maintained and has everything you need for a relaxing stay - we were very happy all around!!
We stayed here with my parents the week before our wedding at Sweetwater Inn. It is very close and walkable to everything downtown.
The place looks humble from the outside but has a nice classic elegant interior. We enjoyed the screened in Florida room in the evenings. It also has a nice covered patio in the yard
Easy walk to the bars and restaurants downtown. Probably too far to walk to campus, but you could. The location is a quiet, mature, stately neighborhood and has one designated parking spot but free street parking is ample. Older home with all the charm-and quirks-that come with age. Lots of cooking equipment, but the main fridge is in the adjacent dining room so it’s a little awkward. The screened in porch is a great place for morning coffee. Owner VERY responsive. Reasonable requests on checkout-nothing weird or over-the-top.Would for sure rent again.
Brandice D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Janice A.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Cob webs hanging over clothes bugs in master nedroom