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Peaceful, modern, renovated, close to everything!
An adorably charming 2 bed/2 bath respite that's light, airy quiet & Pet-friendly! ☀️ Centrally located value in the heart of all Gainesville has to offer ☀️ Double-ensuite floor plan (KING beds) 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 for remote work ☀️ Single level, no stairs ☀️ PET-FRIENDLY ☀️ 2 miles from UF, Ben Hill Stadium & Shands

The Glass House
*WIFI Now Available * The Glass House was built by local artist, Ira Winarsky. A charming cottage nestled on 12.5 acres just 7 miles from Gainesville. This cozy fully air-conditioned, retreat offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, featuring a full kitchen, living room, and spacious deck with scenic views for an evening under the stars. Ideal for couples, adventurers, birdwatchers and Gator friends and fans alike. Seeking a peaceful escape? Come unwind and recharge. *LAKE IS CURRENTLY DRY

Woodpecker Treehouse Retreat
Take some time for yourself and enjoy the treehouse, you will marvel at nature, you will be surrounded by beautiful birds of different types, explore the place just 10 minutes from Santos Trailhead and 35 from Rainbow Springs. After you finish visiting Ocala and seeing its incredible recreational areas, enjoy our hot tub with hydro massage, relax in our hanging mesh, gather around the fire pit and make s'mores. Our Treehouse promises the perfect blend of nature's tranquility and modern comfort!

Unique Container "Caja Verde" 1 Mile UF & Downtown
Our home is less than a mile to UFHealth at Shands and the Malcom Randall Veterans Medical Center. We are a mile to the University of Florida campus. Amazingly, also a short bike ride (1-2 miles) to Downtown Gainesville. Close to Depot Park, art studios, restaurants, music venues, and theater. Nature parks close too. The bonus is we live on 2 acres, tucked back in a quiet neighborhood. Our pool is deep & cool; we have bikes to borrow. The container is perfect for a solo traveler, or a couple.

Cottage/Free Pets & EV Charger/3 min I-75/Hot Tub
A peaceful, private newly built little cottage located on 1.3 fenced in acres, surrounded by a 200 acre cattle farm. Free EV charger. No pet fee! The best of both worlds, Rose Cottage is an easy 3.5 mins from I-75. Exhale while watching your dog enjoy the yard from the screened in porch, take a nap swinging in the shaded hammock, or listen to crackling flames while roasting marshmallows on the fire pit. Chi Institute 1m. Micanopy, Paynes Prairie 8m. UF, WEC, HITS, Ocala or Gainesville 20m.

Rose Cottage at Alpaca Acres
Relax at this cozy, tranquil cottage on our small farm in the country outside Gainesville yet close to Santa Fe College, High Springs and Alachua. Compact cottage has a full kitchen and bath, queen bed, twin air mattress, indoor seating and outdoor picnic area. We have a few friendly alpacas, chickens, dogs, and assorted birds. Well cared for pets welcome, property is fully fenced. Great place to stay to explore the springs, go antiquing, or check out Gainesville's food, music and fun.

Beautiful House, Historic District, Micanopy
My Beautiful House is located in the heart of the historic district of Micanopy, Florida. Relaxing is a breeze in this wonderful home. Two large bedrooms and two equally spacious living areas are furnished with comfort in mind. There are two televisions with Directv service and free WiFi. The large backyard has lots of space and privacy! Established in 1821, Micanopy is the oldest inland town and the town that time forgot. Convenient to both Gainesville and Ocala via I-75 and SR 441.

The Tree House - Nicely Furnished Urban Oasis
Welcome to the Tree House. Airy and bright spaces invite to a peaceful stay in this green oasis in SW Gainesville. Perfect for families or group of friends. The house has a well equipped kitchen, a spacious dining area and a cosy living room made for relaxing and game nights incl. a sofa bed. Bedrooms come with comfy queen-sized beds and the primary bedroom has an ensuite. Close to UF (7mins), stadium (10mins), hospitals and downtown (>15mins), I75 for a quick escape into nature.

Stylish Private Studio | Walk to UF
NEWLY RENOVATED | WALK TO UF | PRIVATE STUDIO Wake up minutes from campus in a light-filled, mid-century modern studio — just 0.5 miles from UF. Perfect for game days, campus visits, graduations, and hospital stays (2 miles to UF Health Shands & HCA). This private, detached guest house features modern finishes, natural light, a comfortable bed, kitchenette, mini fridge, Smart TV, fast WiFi, and a workspace. Quiet, central location near UF and downtown Gainesville.

Le Chic - Near Celebration Pointe, UF, Shands
Enjoy this gorgeous gated 1 bedroom condo located near I-75 and minutes away great shops and restaurants. Whether you're in town visiting Gainesville, at the University of Florida for an event, or on a clinical rotation, this place is in a great location. Enjoy spacious living areas, Wifi, TV, a washer and dryer, a fully equipped kitchen, seated outdoor patio, and access to neighborhood amenities which includes basketball court, tennis court, and pool.

Private bed and bath above detached garage.
Close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Micanopy's unique downtown and a short easy drive to UF campus. North of Micanopy on Highway 441 across from Lake Wauberg. A common private driveway from the highway leads up to our two story home and two story detached garage. Uber not a good option. Good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers; and great for Gator friends and fans. Smoke free and no pets please.

Harmony Oaks Guesthouse on Lake McMeekin
Enjoy a great getaway at Lake McMeekin. Ours is a beautiful spring fed lake with beautiful sunrises. A private dock with table and chairs is part of the package. Our guesthouse provides a spacious, comfortable, quiet, lake retreat in the country with 30 minutes of Gainesville, Ocala and Palatka. Bring a kayak or canoe... or some fishing equipment and fish off the dock or enjoy the area's many fishing lakes and springs.!
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Condo rentals with wifi

5-star Luxury Apartment - Atop the Seagle Building

Haile Village 2 bed/2 bath w Pool & Gym Access

Short walk to Shands, VA, UF -2bed 1bath

The YinYang | King Bed • Workspace • Full Kitchen

Southern Comfort!

Prime Location Near UF, Shands and VA | Gated

✨️Spacious with 2 Master suites next to I-75&Mall

Condo in the Heart of Haile Village-Great Location
Family-friendly house rentals

Bearded Oaks Bungalow

Cozy 1930s Cottage Walk to Downtown + Grove Street

Cozy Cottage. Near Downtown & UF.

Under the Oaks - Peaceful, Private, 2 BR Property

The Mangrove Suite. Newly Built, Upscale, Central

Cozy 3 B/R home nestled amid historic live oaks

Lake Rousseau Sunsets from Screen Porch + Firepit

Modern 3BR Pool Home | Near UF, Downtown & Dining
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

The Lilly- Enchanting Downtown Studio

Lakefront Retreat Apartment Remodeled, Premium Bed

The Orchid of Lake Santa Fe

Trendy Apartment in Historic Downtown Duck Pond

2nd Floor Peaceful Property near UF/Downtown

Studio - DT - 1/2 mile from UF Campus

Florida Room:Walk DNTN | Lux Studio | Pet Friendly

Fernbank on beautiful Lake Alto. Laketime Getaway
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Cute Cottage on 85-Acre Farm

Guest House in Bucolic Setting

Haile Hideaway Suite

Charming Lakefront Log Home

Walk to UF! Historic King Bed Loft w/ Private Deck

Blue Heron Hideaway @Cross Creek

Quaint Cottage in Downtown Micanopy

Palm N' Pillow • Guesthouse by UF, HCA-FL & Shands
Destinations to explore
- Ginnie Springs
- Rainbow Springs State Park
- University of Florida
- Ocala National Forest
- Crystal River Archaeological State Park
- Ichetucknee Springs State Park
- Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
- Manatee Springs State Park
- World Equestrian Center
- Fanning Springs State Park
- Depot Park
- The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
- K P Hole Park
- Ravine Gardens State Park
- Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens
- Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area
- Hunters Spring Park
- O' Leno State Park
- Florida Museum of Natural History
- Sholom Park
- Osceola National Forest
- Samuel P Harn Museum of Art
- Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park
- Poe Springs Park





