Peaceful home away from home with high design and delightful finishes! Centrally located value in the heart of all Gainesville has to offer
- Double-ensuite floor plan (1 king & 1 queen) with central living spaces - 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
- CHECK 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, charming 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 (one King & one Queen) ensuites separated by the beautiful fully-remodeled living areas.
- PRIVATE FENCED BACKYARD: Designed around your enjoyment and making memories! This is an end-unit townhome with a large fully-fenced backyard. It features a patio with gas grill, but also accompanied with a large 6 person firepit area including 2 swings and comfortable high-end adirondack chairs that have pull-out drink holders for your favorite drinks, fireside! There is also string lights that create such ambiance for your nighttime enjoyment! We also provide a cornhole set for your daytime fun!
- 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! 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!
- LIVING ROOM Living room: Two comfy sofas, with 60" Smart TV and a bench for extra seating as-needed for guests!
I look forward to hosting you and I am happy to answer any questions you may have!
-Kate
*Some kind words from past guests*
"Amazing host! Beautiful home. Highly recommended. You will not be disappointed."
"This was the perfect home away from home. Our son had a surgery at Shands, which was a worry on our minds. And then having to be away from home afterwards, but Kate’s place was perfectly stocked with everything we needed. Conveniently located near anything we may have wanted or needed. It was clean and decorated perfectly. The beds were comfy. It was a private, perfect oasis. The back yard was so cozy. Loved the fire pit and cute swings and chairs. We can’t say enough great things. And Kate was so responsive to anything we needed. Great experience!"
"Thank you so much for hosting us in your beautiful home! It was truly one of the best bnb experiences I have had! The space was even more gorgeous in person than in photos- it was extremely clean, private, and included so many wonderful extra amenities. You can really tell that Kate pays extra attention to detail and really cares about the comfort of her guests!! The beds were cozy and the backyard was perfect as well :)"
"Loved Kate's place. Is even better in person than the photos, which is saying a lot because the photos are great. My kids asked if we can please stay here every time we visit Gainesville in the future. Comfortable couches and beds, well-designed rooms, excellent lighting, and pristine. By far one of our favorite bnbs yet."
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It is an entire end-unit townhome (no shared spaces) with a fully-fenced private backyard.
There are two parking spaces for the home right in front as well as open street parking. 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!
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Gainesville
Gainesville is home to this holiday 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 activities can be experienced at Regal Butler Town Center and Regal Celebration Pointe. 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.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Regal Butler Town Center - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
Florida Museum of Natural History - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
Curtis M. Phillips Center - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Spark at Embers - 14 min walk
Circle K - 14 min walk
Dutch Bros Coffee - 3 min drive
Red Rice Kitchen - 20 min walk
Sohao Street Fare Cafe - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is High design & coziest comforts pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at High design & coziest comforts?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High design & coziest comforts on 29 Dec 2025 start from AU$145, 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 High design & coziest comforts?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at High design & coziest comforts?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at High design & coziest comforts?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is High design & coziest comforts located?
Situated in Gainesville, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Florida, Regal Butler Town Center and Curtis M. Phillips Center. Cultural Plaza and Florida Museum of Natural History are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything about this place was just as it was advertised very clean comfortable beds we spent five nights there enjoyed every one of them my next trip to Gainesville. I will be looking forward to coming back to this house just can’t say enough about it
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this house. It was exactly as it was pictured online, very clean, and beautifully decorated. Would absolutely recommend it!
We were visiting Gainesville for 3 days. The condo was a beautifully decorated. We enjoyed our stay. The kitchen and rooms were well stocked for most anything you would need. The owner was easy to communicate with.
This place is AWESOME! Clean,convenient and almost everything you can imagine is there ready to use! Beds are super comfortable and we will stay here again! Thanks for the hospitality!
This property has everything you need for a great weekend. Plenty of space, nicely decorated and clean. The backyard with fire pit is great, it was a little too warm in August for us to use it.
The home was great! Quiet neighborhood and the house was clean and comfortable. The back yard was great for our pups as well. We came for a visit to the UFL Veterinary Hospital and the home was very conveniently located to this and many other shopping, dining areas. The host was great and responded very quickly. I would definitely recommend this home!
This property is absolute perfection. The host has literally thought of every detail. You feel like you just stepped into a home on HGTV! The beds were very comfy, towels fluffy, everything extremely clean and smelled wonderful! The host was incredible with communication too! We will definitely be back!
Came to Gainesville for my daughter in laws Graduation. Very short drive to campus. The property was exactly as shown in the pics. It was clean, comfortable and decorated with the guests in mind. It had everything that we needed. Beds were comfy and the backyard space was private and a nice place to sit and hang out with the family. Perfect for my dog to run around. Kate was very quick to respond to any questions. We were very happy with our stay.
My wife, daughter and dogs came down for the last 2 games of the Columbia baseball series and had a fantastic time. The property itself is fantastic, as the owner’s interior design background is readily apparent. Everything is beautifully presented and clean, and we appreciate it being pup friendly with a little backyard for them. The owner herself was fantastic in accommodating our stay. The only thing worth mentioning is that the neighborhood is, what’s the fancy word, transitional. So convenient to the stadium and all things Gainesville, just worth being aware of. Thank you Kate for the great stay!
My mother and I stayed here for the week while we took my dog to UF for a surgery. The house was beautiful and super clean! It smelled amazing and it immediately felt like home! Kate is AMAZING and her communication was top notch! She immediately responded to any question I had and I was so thankful for that! The house was super cozy and had everything we needed! We loved the house and the owner so much that I will definitely plan to be using Kate’s amazingly cute home if we return to Gainesville! Thank you so much!
Jessica N.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jim R.
28 Oct 2024
Disliked: Location
Nice place, but disappointing
First of all, the interior of the home. Check-in was smooth, but I can't review much more since we arrived after 9 p.m. and left the next morning at 6:30 a.m. and were charged over $500 to sleep for 8 hours. We didn't get to see the neighborhood because it was dark when we arrived and dark when we left.
I explained to the host that my 15-year-old foster daughter and I needed a place to stay for one night that had two separate bedrooms for the last minute softball tournament she was playing in. I told the host that we couldn't find a hotel near that would work and hoped that maybe since we were only going to stay for a few hours to sleep, maybe we could get a deal. $500 for 8 hours was a lot.
Here's where the "but disappointing" part of the title comes into play. This is the exact response I received:
"I’m sorry, I know and agree, that price is not typical, it’s because Gainesville is high in demand this weekend for events so that is what determines pricing for hotels, rentals, etc."
I believe this is describing price gouging, but maybe I'm wrong.
Anyway, my foster daughter had a great two days playing softball!
Jim R.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2024
Hi Jim, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Throughout our communication from the beginning, I understood from you that you were upset with the cost of your stay. I explained that this particular weekend Gainesville was very in-demand and the prices from the pricing software I use to allow me to efficiently run my small business reflect that demand. My home and homes listed are always amongst the nicest but value-oriented homes available and I strive to always give the best value possible. I gave you many opportunities to even voluntarily cancel which is against my typical policy to try to work with you so you would have an outcome you would be happy with, but you chose to keep the reservation because it was still budget-oriented in comparison to the hotels listed and a wonderful solution (of what was available due to a last-minute cancellation) for you and your foster daughter. I am sorry, my cleaners charge me set-rate fees, it is not based on the level of cleaning they must conduct for a turn as we had discussed. So though I tried to convey my sympathy and understanding, and offering to help you if you preferred another outcome, you still wanted to proceed with the stay. I'm glad you enjoyed the home and its interior and had a very comfortable place to stay (albeit a shorter stay in your situation). I do appreciate your business, and even tried to make up for the extra value with early check in you had initially requested, but were unfortunately not able to ultimately utilize.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie K.
1 July 2025
Julie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Kate Henry
Hi! My name is Kate and I have a true passion for interior design and creating spaces that people can enjoy, relax in, and experience a home away from home. My previous degree in finance took a big detour and I left it to pursue a Master's degree at UF in interior architecture! It is my pleasure to be an excellent host and my aim is for my guests to be more than happy with their stay. If ever there is any feedback you believe may help me increase your experience I would be happy to hear it and thank you so much for your business! Repeat guests and great reviews are the ultimate compliment and I'm always doing things to improve my listings.
My life motto is: The power of positivity. I prefer to look at temporary "problems" as possibilities. I also have a 9 year old pitbull/lab mix who is a kind-hearted snuggler and an avid lover! It is my pleasure to welcome your pets with you, as I love bringing mine along when I travel too!
Why they chose this property
The neighborhood is typical of Gainesville with a mix of renters and homeowners. It is quiet and SUPER central to so many of Gainesville's wonderful amenities including UF/Stadium 2-2.5 miles away as well as the major hospitals and Archer Rd. It is about 35 minutes from the very popular natural springs as well!
What makes this property unique
The property high soaring vaulted ceilings, an open living space great for making memories and a floor plan that allows for privacy with the two ensuite bedrooms on opposite sides of the home. We also allow for you to bring your furry companions for a small $45 extra cleaning fee as we love to travel with our own, too! The large fenced in backyard is perfect for their enjoyment!
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