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A covered porch with a bench, a lamp post, and various plants.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, a glass-top table, a red patterned rug, wooden cabinets, and a chandelier.
A covered patio area with a brick floor, metal chairs, a table, hanging lanterns, and potted plants.
A living room with a fireplace, sofa, and a patterned rug.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are wooden doors, a chandelier, and a small side table with a lamp.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Thomas Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hippodrome State Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Located in Duckpond, this apartment is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Matheson History Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Thomas Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hippodrome State Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Depot Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Florida - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪University Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Top - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cry Baby's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Original American Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard

Great for families and friends traveling together.

This newly restored historic home in the Duckpond area of downtown Gainesville is within walking distance of many bars and restaurants. It is also just minutes away from UF campus.

One bedroom has a king bed 2nd bedroom has a queen bed- perfect for families or for friends sharing a home. We also provide a queen-sized air mattress with sheets and pillows. Please let us know at time of booking if you need an air mattress.

Great for families and very peaceful surroundings.

Visiting Gainesville for UF sports, graduation, Shands, or sightseeing? We have the perfect place for you. Come back and relax after your event- or watch your event from the flat-screen TVs in the living room and bedroom. The house was renovated the summer of 2012 (it`s 1250 SF heated/ cooled).

You can walk to downtown bars and restaurants. The historic Thomas Center is just 3 short blocks away. We are also just a 10 minutes drive from La Chua Trail (a Florida State Park) where you are guaranteed to see 1 to 100 alligators.

We are also just 2 miles from UF campus, the Swamp, and the O`Connell Center.

The owners live next door to the house, and can be easily reached via phone and e-mail.

The shared backyard is fenced in and maintained by the owners, and connects to the backyard of the owners and our other historic rental home (the backyard is meticulously maintained with beautiful seasonal flowers and greenery-- winter is iffy for flowers depending on the weather).

The whole house is for the guests, and the backyard area is shared with 1 other rental house and the owners, and is beautifully maintained.

I allow for self-check in so that guests have privacy, but I`m available anytime I`m needed via phone, e-mail or in person.

Beautiful historic Duckpond neighborhood in downtown Gainesville.

Most bars and restaurants are within walking distance, but everything is within driving distance, and there is also a bus stop nearby.

The house has 3 small steps to get into all 3 entrances (it`s a historic home and is slightly elevated). Once inside, it is all one level.

Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
1. No Smoking- $250 fee for smoking inside the home******
2. Quiet Hours- 9:30 pm to 8 am- (you may be asked to leave and you will not receive a refund)******
3. No Parties- ******
4. No Pets Allowed- $200 fee if caught with a pet
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. No Smoking- $250 fee for smoking inside the home****** 2.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

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 are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Duckpond within a 10-minute walk of Hippodrome State Theatre, Thomas Center, and Matheson History Museum. You'll also find Depot Park and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard have connecting rooms available?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 4.9 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard?

Yes, every apartment at Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard comes with a balcony.

Beautiful Downtown 2 BR Home w/ Yard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice old house with plenty of space in very quiet neighborhood. This place had everything we wanted including parking, proximity to downtown, A/C, two baths, and comfortable beds. The host responded to our questions quickly and followed up to make sure we had everything we needed. Great stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great times in G’ville

Perfect pad for a game weekend in close proximity to both downtown & campus. It was easy for us to walk everywhere and experience all the great options and atmosphere. The house is wonderful… very well maintained and has everything you need for a relaxing stay - we were very happy all around!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding week

We stayed here with my parents the week before our wedding at Sweetwater Inn. It is very close and walkable to everything downtown. The place looks humble from the outside but has a nice classic elegant interior. We enjoyed the screened in Florida room in the evenings. It also has a nice covered patio in the yard
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Cob webs hanging over clothes bugs in master nedroom

Would not reccend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Easy walk to the bars and restaurants downtown. Probably too far to walk to campus, but you could. The location is a quiet, mature, stately neighborhood and has one designated parking spot but free street parking is ample. Older home with all the charm-and quirks-that come with age. Lots of cooking equipment, but the main fridge is in the adjacent dining room so it’s a little awkward. The screened in porch is a great place for morning coffee. Owner VERY responsive. Reasonable requests on checkout-nothing weird or over-the-top.Would for sure rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025