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King bed, pool, creek! Private artsy 1/1 condo in forest, 1.6 mi. north of UF!

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player
Smart TV, DVD player

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • University of Florida
    6 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    7 min drive
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center
    9 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    19 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

King bed, pool, creek! Private artsy 1/1 condo in forest, 1.6 mi. north of UF!

This nonsmokers-only property is my private, full-time home. I have been traveling on business since March 2024 and since that time, my condo has been available for private use.
This quiet, attractively decorated and furnished 1/1 condo (760 sf.) is nestled in a shady forest 1.6 mi. north of UF. It even has a creek and wooden bridge! It's on the 1st floor and is clean, tidy, and well maintained. It has wifi but no cable TV. There's a smart TV in the living room with the most popular apps for watching YouTube, free movies, and news. Enjoy the semi-firm spacious king bed, well-appointed kitchen, dining area, living room with classic art, and lush, tropical back garden. The bathroom has a tub and shower. A pool with grills, clubhouse for work/study and free WiFi, and fitness center with saunas are for your use. Parking is free and unassigned, so park in any space. The home is filled with classical art, yet the bedroom is contemporary and modern. Enjoy the condo as your home-away-from-home with its fully equipped kitchen containing dishes, pots, pans, cups, glasses, coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, toaster, toaster oven, utensils, spices, and other items needed for storing, preparing, and eating meals. The complex is in a forest with views of magnolias, ferns, bamboo, and other tropical vegetation. Forested Ring Park is across the street for tranquil nature trail walks along the creek. Many springs and spring-fed rivers are located nearby in famous Florida state parks for nature outings which this area is famous for. Note: All guests (2 maximum) must be 19 years old or over. No children, pets, or smokers, please.
The condo complex is 1.6 miles north of the University of Florida and downtown Gainesville and 0.5 miles west of 13th St. N. which is home to many shops, stores, groceries, restaurants, gas stations, convenience stores, and most places you will need when you're here. A direct bus line going to downtown, the university, Shands Hospital, and the VA Hospital is located outside of the complex on the main road, NW 23 Blvd. (also named NW 23rd Rd.). It's tree-lined and even though it's in the city, it gives the impression of a rural, tranquil, winding country road. The area is ideal for bike riding with sidewalks for safety. Parking in the condo complex is free and unassigned with many spaces located right outside the unit entrance. The condo is across from the pool, 24-hour fitness center, clubhouse, and car wash station. Right across the main road from the complex is Ring Park, a shady, wooded nature preserve with a hiking trail that follows the creek which also runs through the condo complex and through much of Gainesville.
During your stay at this condo building, you'll be close to University of Florida. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and a gym. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, patio and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • 6 minutes by car from University of Florida and 7 minutes from Shands at the University of Florida
King bed, pool, creek! Private artsy 1/1 condo in forest, 1.6 mi. north of UF! offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. King bed, pool, creek! Private artsy 1/1 condo in forest, 1.6 mi. north of UF! also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Gainesville condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Maria J.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 760 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

King bed, pool, creek! Private artsy 1/1 condo in forest, 1.6 mi. north of UF! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central locstion
Clean, easily accessible, needs porch screen, backyard quite peaceful, close to everything. Parking can be tricky as only one way in to condos. Recommend parking at the end so out is much easier. More than enough amenities. A great nights sleep would be greatly enhanced by the head of the bed against the wall and cotton pillowcases instead of silk. They travel all over the slick silk sheets and fall into the black hole at head of bed—preventing stacking pillows.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Christina, Cape Coral

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The good: The owner is very responsive from the moment you book. A very quiet condo community in an older area of Gainesville with huge trees. It’s a short drive to the UF campus. While we did not use the pool it looks to be well maintained and many families were playing there. The unit is well supplied with essentials. The not so good: The parking lot for the condo itself is challenging if you have a big truck or SUV. The exterior front entry is cramped and cluttered with old items that really should be removed. The condo interior itself is rather old, dated and in need of some maintenance and with better attention to detail when cleaning. While second hand furniture can be an asset when done well, care and maintenance is key. The leather sofa appears to have been painted. One of the dining chairs has a giant rip at the seam and is held together with clear packing tape. The unit has a very musty smell that does not abate when the A/C is running. There edges of the carpet are frayed with the carpet tack strip exposed, not fun to step on. The decor is better described as cluttered and dark. The windows have cobwebs in the bedroom. Items in the kitchen have a residue on them from lack of being cleaned. While it was cheaper than many of the local hotels or driving to Ocala, I took a chance as the rate was reasonable for a football weekend. If you are looking for a budget friendly option for a visit, and can get past the conditions mentioned, it may work for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
The unit is very comfortable. However, if looking this year, I would recommend asking the property manager to turn on the AC prior to arrival. As I said, the unit is very comfortable, however, it was a bit musty when they arrived. But that cleared up quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot
Property was quiet and her garden was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gainesville Condo
Quiet area; lots of trees surrounding a wooded creek area. Clubhouse pool was clean cool and refreshing. Condo was eclectically decorated. Bed was comfortable. My only complaint was no handrail in the bathtub.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024