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10/10 Excellent
Erika M.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, Quiet Spot
Erika M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Quaint Cottage-Pet Friendly-UF Shands-Monthly Stays!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8121.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gainesville, FL
- University of Florida6 min drive
- Shands at the University of Florida7 min drive
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium8 min drive
- Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Front Bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 Queen Bed
Hallway BunkBed Bedroom (sleeps 3)
1 Double Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
Master Bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Floor Half Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Master en suite Full Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Shared Full Bathroom in Hallway
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Quaint Cottage-Pet Friendly-UF Shands-Monthly Stays!
Perfect accommodations for traveling professionals, labor unions, nurses, or even families seeking a longer stay close to Shands Hospital.
The longer you stay; the more you SAVE!
• Weekly Stays: EXTRA 15% OFF!
• Monthly Stays: EXTRA 30% OFF!
The property is conveniently nearby the Gainesville Airport, Ward’s Supermarket, the Auk Market, Shopping Centers, and Shands. Newly renovated 1946 cottage located on half an acre lot within the North Stephen Foster neighborhood. The 1308 sqft house is set away from the road offering plenty of privacy including a large back patio with an outdoor dining space and charcoal grill.
The interiors boast beautifully designed furnishings to create a welcoming space for gatherings amongst family and friends. The property offers the newest amenities with all the upgrades including a restored electric vintage fireplace.
The newly remodeled modern kitchen is fully equipped for cooking your favorite meals or you can grill outside on the patio for the game day. The yard is spacious and calming with plenty of room everyone!
All three bedrooms are on the 2nd floor so climbing stairs is required. Please park in front yard closest to the house.
The property can only accommodate (8) people max for an overnight stay. If guests want to host a gathering; we have a (15) person maximum at all times. Please Note: Any special gatherings need to be approved by host with an additional fee. Thank you.
The neighborhood is secluded and quiet featuring the classic old Florida historic charm. The neighbors are friendly and keep to themselves. The streets are lined with traditional ranch style houses each with their own quirky aesthetics. The neighborhood is truly unique and one of a kind. No cookie-cutter suburban vibes here!
The property is located in North West Gainesville within the Stephen Foster neighborhood. It’s conveniently nearby the Gainesville Airport and the famous Ward’s Supermarket, the Auk Market, and close to Lowes on 13th & 23rd.
The location is only 4 miles from UF Shands, and not far from all the amenities Gainesville has to offer; including 2.5 miles to Ironwood Golf Course and 4 miles to H Spurgeon Cherry Westside Pool and Water Park!
The longer you stay; the more you SAVE!
• Weekly Stays: EXTRA 15% OFF!
• Monthly Stays: EXTRA 30% OFF!
The property is conveniently nearby the Gainesville Airport, Ward’s Supermarket, the Auk Market, Shopping Centers, and Shands. Newly renovated 1946 cottage located on half an acre lot within the North Stephen Foster neighborhood. The 1308 sqft house is set away from the road offering plenty of privacy including a large back patio with an outdoor dining space and charcoal grill.
The interiors boast beautifully designed furnishings to create a welcoming space for gatherings amongst family and friends. The property offers the newest amenities with all the upgrades including a restored electric vintage fireplace.
The newly remodeled modern kitchen is fully equipped for cooking your favorite meals or you can grill outside on the patio for the game day. The yard is spacious and calming with plenty of room everyone!
All three bedrooms are on the 2nd floor so climbing stairs is required. Please park in front yard closest to the house.
The property can only accommodate (8) people max for an overnight stay. If guests want to host a gathering; we have a (15) person maximum at all times. Please Note: Any special gatherings need to be approved by host with an additional fee. Thank you.
The neighborhood is secluded and quiet featuring the classic old Florida historic charm. The neighbors are friendly and keep to themselves. The streets are lined with traditional ranch style houses each with their own quirky aesthetics. The neighborhood is truly unique and one of a kind. No cookie-cutter suburban vibes here!
The property is located in North West Gainesville within the Stephen Foster neighborhood. It’s conveniently nearby the Gainesville Airport and the famous Ward’s Supermarket, the Auk Market, and close to Lowes on 13th & 23rd.
The location is only 4 miles from UF Shands, and not far from all the amenities Gainesville has to offer; including 2.5 miles to Ironwood Golf Course and 4 miles to H Spurgeon Cherry Westside Pool and Water Park!
Property manager
Elena
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family Friendly
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event Fee $250
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet Fee: $25 per pet/stay
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Event Fee $250
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Gainesville
Gainesville is home to this cottage. Ironwood Golf Course and Westside Park Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gainesville, FL
What's nearby
- University of Florida - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
- Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
- Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
- Florida Museum of Natural History - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- Hogan's Great Sandwiches - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful quick visit to Gainesville
Jennifer M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon T.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Practical solution
Sharon T.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori W.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spur of the moment trip to Gainesville.
Lori W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel B.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Rachel B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Isamar C.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Property & Close to everything!
Isamar C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jayanthi M.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Jayanthi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay.
Lisa M.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Elena
I'm a Gainesville local and huge travel enthusiast. I love to visit new places and explore the local culture. These experiences made me fall in love with the concept of people opening their homes to others. Being a host is super special as it allows me to provide a comfortable space for family and friends to come together and reconnect.
Why they chose this property
The area is quiet and peaceful yet centrally located in North West Gainesville within the Stephen Foster neighborhood. Excellent location only 3 miles from UF, 4 miles from Shands, 7 miles from North Florida. Within 2 miles of shopping and restaurants!
What makes this property unique
This quaint cottage was built in 1946 and rich in history. Our favorite feature is the restored original vintage fireplace! We updated it to an electric fireplace to make it safer for families with children.
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