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⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8121.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Florida
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙

Welcome to the Hidden Retreat! The home has been renovated to create a relaxing retreat in a quiet, family neighborhood. The home has been recently updated to be an open concept with a nautical theme offering an intimate and cozy getaway. The house features a farmhouse dining room experience with dimmable lighting, a 55" 4k smart tv for the living room or dining room, a 32” smart tv in the master bedroom, fast internet speed, a stocked kitchen with several new appliances, a laundry room, a charcoal grill, and a screened-in patio, along with privacy fencing in the backyard. The house has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths along with a 2-car garage.

The home is located off NW 53rd Ave located just 5 minutes from both a Publix Supermarket and a Super Walmart, Starbucks, several restaurant options, as well as Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park. It is a 12 Minute drive to The University of Florida, 13 Minute Drive to Downtown Gainesville, and about 30 Minutes to the Beautiful Springs.

NOTICE: We have one security camera facing the front of the property that will be on during your stay.

THE SPACE:
If you are looking for a comfortable home that is located in a quiet neighborhood in Gainesville, then this is for you! Located just 12 Minutes to UF or Downtown Gainesville and only 5 minutes to the following places:

- Publix Supermarket
- Super Walmart
- Starbucks
- Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
- Volcanic Sushi + Sake Hunter’s Crossing
- Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

This home has a nautical theme with thoughtful touches throughout, including an intimate dining room experience with dimmable lighting, a 4K 55” Smart TV that can face both the living room and dining room, and a king size bed with a 32” smart tv along with a desk all in the master bedroom. The house has been renovated with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, several new appliances, and excellent lighting.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Please note that cell phone signal may not be the best while inside this home. However, it should work just fine outside.

There is an external camera looking outside the front door to ensure that the correct number of guests in the reservation are staying at the property.

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. Our home is in a quiet neighborhood and 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.
– Pets are only allowed if you have received pre-approval (and have paid the one-time pet fee ($125 for one or two pets) listed within the house rules.
– Any significant damage or by not following these rules will result in the loss of your deposit.

OTHER HOUSE RULES:
– Park in the garage/on the driveway/or on the side of the road.
– 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 (click the lock button to lock after leaving the house).
– I expect that you will respect my home and that you will generally pick up after yourself.

PETS: DOGS ALLOWED BY PRE-APPROVAL ONLY and ADDITIONAL PET FEE.
– Pet fee of $125 for one or two pets must be paid prior to check-in or your dog(s) will not be allowed on the property.
– Your dog should be friendly and house trained. Dogs that utilize pee pads are NOT allowed.
– Pets are NOT allowed on the couch, beds, or any of the furniture.
– Guests must clean up any pet waste in the backyard to prevent future guests from finding any surprises. – Your dog must be supervised by you at all times or crated in the room if left alone.
– Any dog that becomes disruptive will need to be removed immediately.
– You will be charged for any damage caused by your dog
– Limit of two dogs. An additional dog may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

KITCHEN INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please do not put knives in the dishwasher (hand wash only).
– 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 and all dishes away.

GRILL USE INSTRUCTIONS:
– The grill must be used outside of the screened-in patio for safety and must never be left without supervision
– Please clean the grill after using it so that it’s ready for the next guest to use.

GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please bring out the garbage and recycling bins (should be inside the garage) to the curb anytime on WEDNESDAY since garbage will be picked up by the city early every Thursday morning.

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 towels on the floor so we know the ones that were used.
- Press the lock button to lock the front door after leaving.
- Send me a message that you have left.

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. I appreciate the opportunity to make your stay more comfortable. If you find that there is something you need from me, please do not hesitate to ask.

REVIEWS:
"Well appointed, comfortably furnished, small but nice fully fenced in yard. Decor was lovely, host was responsive and the location was convenient." - Jennifer

"Great stay! It was a beautiful and clean house in a peaceful neighborhood. Host was also extremely nice and responsive. We hope to stay again in the future!" -Corrissa

"Very responsive. Always kept in touch making sure we were ok and comfortable. Great place and people!" -Erica

"Jarred's place was great - I highly recommend the home. They take great care to make you feel welcome and the home has what you need to be able to comfortably stay there without having to think about too much extra travel stuff - example they allow you to use the garage so you do not have to figure out street parking and or have the car outside." -Steve

"Whether you're coming into town for a vacation, dropping kids off for school or a game, this house was wonderful. clean, cool a/c, convenient to all the things in Gainesville. The house is light and airy, the neighborhood was safe and well lit. You won't be sorry about staying in this adorable house." -Debbie

"We had a quick family stay here and it was a great experience. Everything was super clean. Getting to UF campus was easy! We appreciated the coffee and breakfast amenities immensely! Thanks for a great stay, Jarred and Lisa." -Lydia

"The best AirBnB I’ve stayed at! The house was super clean and well maintained! I felt like I was at home! The kitchen was stocked with coffee, oatmeal, condiments , kitchen appliances, and other essentials! The bathrooms had body wash and conditioner available. I wish I could’ve stayed longer! The hosts checked on us daily. They also accommodated us last minute around 10:30pm. If you’re in Gainesville! Please stay here!!!" -Marissa

Relax and enjoy!

We hope you enjoy your stay at our place, and we can't wait to host you!

Property manager

Lisa Becks
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gainesville

Gainesville is home to this holiday home. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sante Fe College - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • University of Florida - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 14 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mother's Pub North - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Piesano's Stone Fired Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at ⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⋘ Hidden Retreat 12min to UF or Downtown Gainesville | 30min to the Springs ⋙ located?

Situated in Gainesville, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Possum Creek Dog Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park and San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park. University of Florida and Westside Park Tennis Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Exceptionally comfortable

Clean, cool, comfortable! We very much enjoyed our stay & will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Great Property. Exactly as Listed.

House is 3 bedrooms (king, queen, 2 doubles) and 2 bathrooms with living room, kitchen, patio, breakfast area and laundry. You also have access to the 2 car garage. It is stocked with all necessary kitchen utensils and dishes. It is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood in north Gainesville. The host (Jarred) is extremely responsive. Would rent again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will N.

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

Great communication and stay!

The communication was great. Everything at the home was as described. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Thank you!

What a gem of a neighborhood, thank you for hosting us during an especially stressful time coming from an area having a hurricane. Everything was comfortable, easy, quiet and we loved to walk and enjoy the beautiful trees in the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajay B.

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

Perfect Getaway

Very comfortable home in quiet neighborhood. Perfectly located for access to springs, Temple of the Universe and Downtown Gainesville. It was a quick trip and the house accommodated our family of four, our single friend and my mother and her husband. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Plenty of room!

Lovely home in a lovely neighborhood. Close enough to get to everything in Gainesville but in a nice quiet area. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

fvhaven, Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

nice neighborhood

Everything as advertised, clean, beds and showers very comfortable, nice lanai to sit and eat take-out. Fairly close to everything
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

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

Peaceful retreat

We will definitely try to stay here again! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

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

Great place not far from downtown

Went to a game and was perfect for our group of 6
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M., Ocilla

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

Nice, roomy house

We came down to Gainesville so my huband could have surgery. The home was very roomy and provided us with a great place to live for 16 days. The only problem wwe had was a broken can opener and no dish towels. I let Lisa know our problem and within a couple of hours, both were hanging on the front door. Thank you so much, Lisa and Jarred!
Stayed 16 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Great location, very clean

Hosts were great. Very accommodating. Great location, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Daughter’s Graduation @UF

Your home was an absolute dream! Everything was perfect! We had the best weekend with family celebrating my daughter’s graduation from UF. We had plenty of room and great memories were made! Thank you again for being such an amazing host! Great communication and smooth check-in and check-out! The neighborhood is beautiful and the screened in back porch was an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

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

Good for seniors

As new snowbirds, what we liked most: the one floor design, fully fenced back yard and within half a mile of three different and shaded dog walk properties (possum, trinity and mill hopper).
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick and Carmen H., Pensacola Beach FL

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

Gator Games

Makes getting to and from the stadium super easy, I believe this was our 5th stay at the property possibly 6th:
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick and Carmen H., Pensacola Beach FL

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

Gator Games

This is our 4th or 5th stay here and it’s definitely not our last. Easy access, nice neighbors and centrally located for football games
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

nancy yariela m.

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

Great place to stay

The house has all you need. Very complete for a family and incredible clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick and Carmen H., Pensacola Beach FL

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

Gator games

Great location, easy to stay in, if the house doesn’t have it; you can order anything easily. This is our 3rd use of property and we have more planned for future
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esteban L.

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

Nice place

Really nice and organized place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzi S., Pensacola , Florida

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

Great stay in Gainesville

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hidden Retreat. It was in a quiet neighborhood that was very relaxing and a great spot for walks with our dog. The house was only a 10-15 minute drive to the UF campus. Jarred was a great host, contacting us during our stay to make sure that we had everything we needed. The house was beautifully renovated inside and well equipped with all that we needed for cooking, grilling, and entertainment. We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Charming neighborhood, charming home, charming host

We enjoyed our stay in this very nice 3 bedroom home. It was the perfect size for us, our son and his family. The rooms were very comfortable, and we slept soundly. The kitchen is fully functional, though we didn’t need it, but we did make use of the fridge. The living area is spacious, which came in handy, as we spent most of one day there visiting with our family. Our host, Jarred, was very attentive and responsive. Definitely recommend and would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L. M., Livonia, NY

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

Spacious and Beautiful House

Our family was in town for a wedding with 6 adults and 1 child needing room to dress and sleep comfortably for the 'festivities'. This house absolutely fit the bill ! The master suite is separated from the other 2-bedrooms by the livingroom/kitchen area and has it's own bathroom, sink and walk-in closet. It was big and bright and had plenty of room for all our suitcases. The other bedrooms are on the other end of the house. One of them has two beds in it which made it perfect for the family with the child. The kitchen had all the utensils and dishes we needed to make a morning breakfast casserole AND the house is just 10 min. from a Walmart for groceries and 5 min. the other way for a Starbucks. It has a nice big wooden table in the liv/dining room area where we could gather and talk. The house is located in a quiet residential neighborhood that was easy to navigate...even in the dark when picking up late arrivals from the airport. All in all it was a Great Stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Clean, comfortable and well stocked rental

We enjoyed our stay at this property. It is very well stocked, clean and use of the garage was a huge bonus, as it rained for almost our entire stay. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Can’t wait to stay again!

Jarred’s place was exactly as described. VERY clean, comfortable (even the beds!), and perfect for a visit to Gainesville. The well-appointed home is in an excellent location on a quiet street. The space was thoroughly cleaned & the yard nicely landscaped. As a host, Jarred was very thoughtful, communicative, and assured we had everything needed for our stay. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

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

Great Home!

We thoroughly enjoyed this property. We were in town for UF graduation and the space allowed our family, with extended members to stay together. It was an easy drive to campus. The beds were comfortable. There was also good water pressure with plenty of hot water. Jarred was a fantastic host with great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Becks

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I moved to Gainesville in 2006 to become a gator grad and ended up staying because I fell in love with the city and all it has to offer. I am an avid traveler and enjoy going on outdoor adventures. I'm also a fitness junkie and a huge foodie who loves to try new things!

I am a passionate entrepreneur who owns a personal training business in town called Swamp Fitness. I am also a Realtor and real estate investor. I thrive on having a positive impact on the lives of others.

I love this saying: "Progress not perfection".

My goal as a host is to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed during you stay. :)

Why they chose this property

I loved the quiet neighborhood that this property is located in and appreciated that it was in Gainesville and close to grocery stores, restaurants, various nature trails, the beautiful springs, UF, and downtown Gainesville.

What makes this property unique

This home has an open concept designed for families and guests to have an intimate experience with one another within the living room/dining room/kitchen. The home also offers privacy fencing in the backyard along with a screened-in patio.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests