Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Ironwood Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, UF Health Family Medicine - Eastside
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

This bed & breakfast places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ironwood Golf Course and UF Health Family Medicine - Eastside. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Ironwood Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • UF Health Family Medicine - Eastside - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • University of Florida - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Public & General - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout

The “Home Away” Suite is designed especially for parents visiting their children.
It is a private guest suite within our home, featuring 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with shared access to indoor and outdoor kitchens, dining areas, living room, an additional full bathroom, and outdoor relaxation spaces with us. All available areas are shown in the photos.

Inspired by our own experiences of brief visits and quick goodbyes, we moved here and created a true second home. As our child moves on to advanced studies, we’ve chosen to stay and open this home as a welcoming haven for other students and families. Here, you can cook favorite meals, spend meaningful time together, host friends or classmates, and enjoy small celebrations.

The “Feel at Home” Suite is ideal for family visits, birthday gatherings, or special occasions, offering a warm, comfortable, and convenient stay.

Highlights – A Home Away From Home
• Private Suite: 4-bedroom, 1-bath suite, quiet and not shared with other guests
• Spacious Common Areas: Large kitchen, dining area, and living room, indoor and outdoor
• Independent Setting: Approximately one acre of land, ample parking, no close neighbors
• Gathering-Friendly: Small gatherings up to 15 people included; overnight guests must match the reservation
• Fully Equipped: Lighting, sound system, projector, board games, and various outdoor amenities
• Enjoy a worry-free, comfortable, and secure stay. We live on- site other side of the part of the home and share the same main entrance; however, your suite is completely private. We will not enter your suite or disturb your activities unless you invite us to assist or request cleaning services. Each room in the suite is provided with three keys, and we do not keep any spare keys. Please take good care of the keys, as we will be unable to unlock the room if they are lost.
.• We share our home with a few fluffy and feathery little friends—parrots staying warm in the sunroom and a kitty who only comes indoors briefly at mealtime. They never enter the guest suite. Guests traveling with pets are kindly asked not to leave them in the guest room; we provide plenty of indoor and outdoor space, along with a doghouse, dog beds, and feeding bowls, and we’re also happy to help care for your pet. To accommodate guests with different preferences, we’ve had to make the difficult decision to temporarily part with our beloved pup —thank you for your understanding and support. .• Quiet & Safe: Gatherings typically conclude by midnight (except New Year’s Eve)
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Splash pad
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Living plant wall

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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: 12:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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.
  • 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Gainesville, close to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Stephen C. O'Connell Center, and University of Florida Bat Houses. You'll also find Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and Ironwood Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout?

Yes, every guestroom at Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout comes with a balcony with some featuring golf course views.

Home Away · Student Family Suite · Hosts live on-site · Special day hangout Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jamie S.

When we arrived, we found out that the hosts lived on site. We were unaware of this. The description at the time of booking did not specify that the hosts were on one side of the house and the guests would be on the other side. We did not stay at the property because of the lack of privacy. We had to find other accommodations, which was an inconvenience. Now, we see the description has been updated to include this information. We feel we were mislead about the house we were renting. The hosts told us that they were going to refund half of the money and to date we have not seen the money. This has been a very disappointing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay! Lovely hosts and home. Great outdoor space!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and spacious. Gracious and responsible host. Great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

C D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and inviting property. Plan to return in the future. Our pet fell in love with the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026