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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

  • 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
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

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

Bedroom and laundry

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

Common

  • 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
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

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

Bedroom and laundry

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

Entertainment

  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Home safety

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

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

  • BBQ grill
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

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

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

Susan
December 2025 · Airbnb
I texted asking for a lat minute stay at Gerald's place. He answered right away and I was booked and in the lovely home within 30 minutes Everything was as listed and wonderful. A dead end street, so quiet, safe and a great fenced yard for my dog
Phoebe
October 2025 · Airbnb
My dog and I stayed for a night en route to another city and the house was exactly what we were hoping for. The fenced yard was perfect and much appreciated. Everything was very comfortable!

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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