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Cozy Hideaway in the Duck Pond area of Gainesville

Gainesville, FL, United States
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About

Stay in a charming 1930 home in Gainesville’s historic Duck Pond. This remodeled downstairs apartment blends vintage character with modern comfort, featuring an open living area, full kitchen, and spacious bedroom with multiple beds. Enjoy a fully fenced yard with seating, grill, and whimsical garden touches—all just minutes from downtown, UF, parks, and local dining.

Good to know

The home features a comfortable bedroom, a full bathroom, a cozy living room, a bright dining space, and a fully equipped kitchen stocked with everything you need for home-cooked meals or quick bites. The backyard is shaded and private — ideal for morning coffee, evening drinks, or a little play time with the kids. You’ll find soft linens, blackout blinds, a washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, and a smart TVs for streaming your favorite shows. We’ve added books, board games, and a few toys to make family stays even more relaxing.

Other Details to Note

This is an older home with charm and quirks — creaky floors and vintage windows included. The house is located in a peaceful, walkable neighborhood with friendly neighbors. We welcome families and have some basic kid supplies (books, toys, etc.). No smoking or parties, please — this is a quiet, residential area. Gainesville has a robust urban wildlife scene — you may see birds, squirrels, or even the occasional tree frog in the yard. We ask that you treat the home with the same care you'd give your own.

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What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Outdoor seating

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Accessibility Getting Home

  • Disabled parking spot There is city-approved disabled parking spot or a parking space at least 8 feet wide

House Rules

We want all of our guests to have a comfortable and relaxing stay. To help us make that possible: - No parties or events. - Please respect quiet hours between 10 PM – 8 AM so that everyone (including guests in the upstairs/downstairs unit) can rest well. - Only registered guests are allowed on the property. - Shared spaces such as parking areas and outdoor spaces should be used with care and courtesy.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Duckpond is one of Gainesville’s oldest neighborhoods. Located northeast of downtown, it was developed principally in the late 1800s through the first few decades of the 1900s. Duckpond’s quiet, narrow streets take you back a century. Here, moss-draped oaks, vibrant gardens and splendid traditional architecture conjure an early 1900s version of Gainesville.

Guest Access

You’ll have full, private access to the downstairs unit, including the entire fenced yard. The only exception is a locked owner’s closet in the back hallway. There is a separate upstairs unit with its own private entrance — no shared interior spaces.

Reviews

Beatriz
September 2025 · Airbnb
I really enjoyed my visit here. Place was really clean and had everything we needed. The place was close to nearby food areas and parks etc. My dog enjoy the yard with the closed fence. The host was friendly! Definitely will love to visit again.
DouglasRose
August 2025 · Airbnb
Loved our stay at this gem of a place. Very peaceful surroundings and great little house with great use of space. Also I was super appreciative of the hosts for letting us check in early as it really helped our 1 and 3 yo after a lot of traveling; they went straight to the toy cabinet which was filled with a great variety of toys. I will definitely look this place up next time I need to stay in Gainesville!
Stevie
August 2025 · Airbnb
Gerald was a great host and communicated when appropriate. The place was perfect for our quick overnight in Gainesville. It is close to good food and the college. The beds were cozy and even our pup felt right at home.
MIchael
August 2025 · Airbnb
Gerald was responsive and the location was perfect. Great value. Gerald allowed us to check in early as we had our 12-year-old dog with us and had to move our daughter in to college. Thank you Gerald
Stacey
August 2025 · Airbnb
Gerald's home was perfect. Very clean and stocked with everything we needed. The yard is large and fenced in so perfect for those with dogs. Gerald was very responsive and helpful. We will definitely choose to stay here again as we plan to visit our son at UF often. I highly recommend.

Find us

Our home is located in Gainesville’s historic Duck Pond neighborhood, just minutes from downtown, the University of Florida, and local shops and cafes. Downtown Gainesville: ~5 minutes by car or 10–15 minutes by bike University of Florida / UF Health: ~10 minutes by car Publix & Restaurants: less than 5 minutes away Getting around is easy — most guests use a mix of car, Uber/Lyft, bike, or walking. Free street parking is available, and the neighborhood is quiet and walkable with tree-lined streets.

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