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Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alachua, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill Creek Preserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, O'Leno State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alachua

This vacation home places you within a 15-minute drive of Mill Creek Preserve and Santa Fe River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Fe River - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Mill Creek Preserve - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • O'Leno State Park - 18 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Reception and Medical Center Hospital - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Lakeside Park - 20 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Citrus Center - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sophias Pizzaria - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bacon's BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪J&J's Whiskey River Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Florida Citrus Center - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!

• Farm stay on acreage

•Ample space to enjoy time with friends and family.

•Covered outdoor grilling area and fire pit

•Ping pong & air hockey tables

•Full kitchen with pots and pans, utensils, silverware, dinnerware.

•Interact with, feed the horses apples & carrots

•Within 6-10 minutes from Santa Fe River Ranch, Valley View, and Cbar Ranch.

•Within 15-20 minutes of Belle Oaks Barn & Pine Grove Barn

•Bridal Suite

•12-15 minutes to the cities of Alachua, Lake Butler, & High Springs

•5 beds

•Bridal Suite

•Washer and dryer

•55 inch smart tv with & surround sound

•30 minutes from Gainesville & UF

•30 minutes from Lake City

Welcome to Clark’s Southern Adventures—a beautiful farmhouse that’s been in our family for generations. We’re proud to share this special place with guests looking to unwind, reconnect, and make lasting memories. It’s close enough to town for convenience, yet far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.

You’ll love the wide open spaces, rolling pastures, and the charm of our grazing horses and cattle. Many guests enjoy feeding the horses apples or carrots—just remember to use a flat palm and keep fingers down! Please don’t enter the pasture, and feel free to ask if you’d like a guided tour of the horses and stables—I’m happy to do so when available.

We live on the property next door, so we’re nearby if you need anything during your stay.

The home is fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable visit:

A full kitchen and outdoor grilling area (propane provided)

Fire pit, air hockey and ping pong tables, playing cards and poker chips
Smart TV with sound bar, Netflix, and more.

A cozy front porch swing, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee and diving into a good book from our bookshelf.

If you find a book you love and just can't put it down, we hope you'll take it with you and finish it at your leisure. Please feel free to check it out — it's yours to keep!

Coffee station with both a Keurig and drip coffee maker, plus filters, coffee, sugar, and creamers

We’re located in northern Alachua County—about 30 minutes from Gainesville and the University of Florida, and close to local springs, wedding venues, and nearby towns like High Springs, Alachua, Lake Butler. Another town that is thirty minutes away would be Lake City.

Please note: While we welcome families and small groups, gatherings or events with more than 10 people are not included with the nightly rental. If you're planning a larger gathering or special event, this is completely separate from Vrbo please contact me directly to discuss event options and availability. This helps us maintain and ensures everything is handled properly.

This home is ideal for traveling professionals, wedding parties, nature lovers, UF visitors, and anyone looking for a relaxing rural retreat.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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: 99
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Farmhouse Rental
Beautiful Farmhouse Rental(Clark House) Alachua
Beautiful Farmhouse Rental(Clark House) Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Alachua, close to Mill Creek Preserve.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 23.1 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!?

Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! comes with a deck.

Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marsha b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had an absolutely lovely time at this property! As a family of five visiting the springs, we truly appreciated the space. It was wonderful to have room to relax, enjoy friendly games of ping pong and air hockey, and simply unwind on the porch swing with ice cream and the kids. A delightful bonus was being greeted by horses and cows just outside the fence each morning. Communication with the host was excellent and easy. We wholeheartedly recommend this charming home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dave's Birthday Extravaganza

This was my husband's dream birthday. He received a liver transplant February 2024, and to be able to celebrate another birthday with him was a gift. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Parkland, Flroida/ USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Sante Fe River Ranch Wedding Weekend

We attended a wedding at the ranch. We were only 5 minutes from the venue. It was perfect. The house was very clean, communication was great, and it was very convenient for the wedding we attended at the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

A great space for family and friends to enjoy the country - convenient to hiking, bike trails, tubing at the springs, and Gainesville. Fun amenities inside and out - we fed the horses and played air hockey and ping pong. Truly something for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Living

What a great week we had relaxing in the country at this quiet, peaceful and beautiful home. Robin was a great host. We were even invited next door to watch roping practice on a fun friday night. The home was very comfortable. We had everything we needed to grill and cook everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for friends

We had a great time at the house thanks to the 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. It was clean and nicely appointed. Hosts were awesome! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

We had a wonderful stay. Property was lovely and our host was friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Exactly what we were looking for. House was big enough for all 6 of us, with 3 full bathrooms. Clean, quiet, and affordable. Wood for a fire pit and plenty of stars to light up the night sky. Kids enjoyed the air hockey and ping pong while the adults enjoyed the quiet night and beautiful sky.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Paradise

Great clean comfortable house with great hosts. We went for a UF graduation and it was about a 20 -25 minute drive to campus all thru back roads, it was awesome. Highly recommend if you want tranquility.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Venue and great Host

The property was beautiful as well as the home itself. Very clean and tidy with all the essentials you need to cook. The outside cooking area was cozy and we really felt like we were home. Also, who doesn’t want to wake up to horses grazing every morning. We enjoyed getting to meet the owners and interact with the horses. If you are planning a trip to Gainesville, I highly recommend this home! We will be returning customer's in the near future. The owners give you your privacy but also encourage interaction. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Reprieve from Michigan Winter Weather in February

Beautiful area of horses and cabbage crops. Location was chosen to visit family, friends, and attractions.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

You don't want to leave.

This was our second stay at the Clark Farm and just like the first time it was fabulous. The house is exactly what you see in the pictures and the location is more tranquil and peaceful than you can imagine. While the kids were doing their thing, I spent most of my time sitting outside enjoying the view. Robin, Billy and their family are wonderful hosts. We are planning to return next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

One of the best

This property and hosts were above exceptional. The home was rented for 3 months and it was definitely a home away from home. The setting is very peaceful and relaxing. We looked forward to seeing horses and of course champ ( the farm dog) daily. The hosts are very accommodating and friendly. We felt very welcomed and never had a worry about anything during our stay. An approximate drive of 30 minutes to Gainesville for work, and back to the peaceful country setting after. Many attractions near by to see and visit. We had a very enjoyable visit and hope to return annually. Highly recommend this property. As a long time VRBO renter, the best hosts we have ever had! Thank you for all the hospitality!
Stayed 87 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay - Saved our trip

The property was nice. The home was very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would return to the Alachua farmhouse without hesitation

Property is clean and is as pictured. Hostess was excellent. The location is remote, as much as a half mile down a gravel road, then15 minutes or more to restaurants, gasoline, groceries, etc. Easy access to UF, either Interstate or secondary roads. We enjoyed the firepit, the horses, Champ the dog, and the sunsets. I was concerned that it may be a UF Football party house with the ping pong table and the air hockey table, but it shows no signs of being a party house. The bridal suite is a converted garage, nicely done, needs a bit more furniture and hangers/hooks for clothing, but can serve well as a separate BnB efficiency as is (which I'm guessing is the intent). I slept well on the trundle which has a foam mattress and was comfortable. The tap water is excellent, no sulphur, good for drinking and bathing. After a few nights here I began to understand the appeal of living in this part of Florida!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway in Florida

Lovely place everything was great loved our stay. There is a couple of things that need attention in bathroom in hallway. Tub in bath was not the cleanest and toilet needs some work, nothing we couldn't live with just thought I would mention it. also new construction was being done that done away with garage on end of house ,a fact we did not find out until we arrived in Fla ,(glad it did not rain)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie & Todd S., MATTHEWS

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Haven in Alachua

My husband and I were delighted to spend 5 days at the Clark's tranquil, cozy home. We traveled to FL for a family reunion which entailed numerous roundtrips from Orlando back to Gainesville, so having a peaceful home base was a huge gift!! Robin was quick to respond to questions both beforehand and during our stay, and we felt very welcomed. Their home is just as described – warm, well-equipped and plenty spacious for a family. We loved having access to the washer & dryer, and although we didn’t get a chance to use them, we hope to take advantage of the ping-pong table and air hockey tables during a future visit. My niece & I were overjoyed to get a chance to pet and feed carrots to their beautiful horses (especially “Little Joe”) – what a fun afternoon. Whenever we plan a trip to visit my husband’s side of the family, we will make sure to book way ahead so that we can call the Clark’s house our “home away from home!”
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

renee f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Loved the horses and especially Champ, thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Setting

Property is located on a working farm so the location is just far enough from city life to enjoy the rural landscape, lovely oak trees, and open spaces. Patio with night lighting and working grill were a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a Gem

Stayed here for a look long weekend when my son graduated from UF. Close enough to Gainesville but far enough that we enjoyed peace and quiet and time together as a family. Charming farm house decor, clean and special touches like having banana bread for us. Communication was great and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena B., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, peaceful retreat

This house was such a peaceful spot, we didn't really want to leave. We were in town for a wedding at the C Bar Ranch, and we needed to be close to the venue for ease of coming and going throughout the weekend, and this rental was only 10 minutes away. My kids adored the horses, the dog next door who came over to visit while we were sitting on the porch, and the air hockey table. My husband and I loved the quiet, the porch swing, and the large, well-equipped kitchen. There's even a garage to park in, which was wonderful since the weather was awful, and it was nice not to get soaked unloading the car. We did have some questions and the property owner responded very quickly. The whole house was immaculately clean, and the owner thoughtfully provided muffins and a binder with some helpful info on local restaurants, etc. This was one of the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed in, and if we return to the area (possible, we have family there) then we'd love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Clark Farm property

The Clark Farm property is lovely! The Clark family is next door and very helpful. Robin and Billy have made a very comfortable, very clean rental in a beautiful country setting. The house very nicely furnished and includes all the necessities needed for a stay. The farm area is outstanding as are the Clark’s horses and Champ their beagle! My husband and I stayed for a month and wished we could have stayed longer. This property is exceptional.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catalina N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Complete Relaxation

I'm not sure my words will do this property justice. The minute we pulled in we were amazed at how green and beautiful everything was. We spent a lot of time outside just enjoying the scenery and petting the horses. The house was just as described, very comfortable and so were the beds. The owners, Robin and Billy were so nice. We were there for New Years Eve and they invited us over for a get together. We had a great time. If you're looking to take a step back and relax, this is the place. We will definitely be back. Katie
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021