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Cozy retreat in the heart of Florida Springs Country

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living room with a gray sofa and colorful cushions.
A single-story house with a front porch, a large tree, and a well-maintained lawn.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a white door.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop, a window with plants, and a trash bin.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Alachua, FL
  • Place, Alachua Library Branch
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Alachua Sports Complex
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, City of Alachua Recreation and Community Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alachua

With a stay at this vacation home in Alachua, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Alachua Library Branch and Alachua Sports Complex. .This vacation home is 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from University of Florida and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Reverend Gerald Criswell Park.
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What's nearby

  • Alachua Library Branch - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Alachua Sports Complex - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Reverend Gerald Criswell Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • City of Alachua Recreation and Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Florida - 23 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Fil A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 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.

Cozy retreat in the heart of Florida Springs Country

Welcome to Cave Country Retreat! A cozy gem nestled steps away from Historic Downtown Alachua.

✓ 16 miles away from Ginnie Springs
✓ 15 miles away from UF
✓ Just steps away from Historic Downtown Alachua
✓ Fully stocked kitchen and coffee bar
✓ 3 bedrooms with hotel-quality linens
✓ Peaceful neighborhood
✓ Large backyard with fire pit

This home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, making it an ideal getaway for those seeking relaxation and proximity to local attractions.

KITCHEN + DINING:
The kitchen is newly renovated and stocked with everything needed to make your favorite meal. From essential cookware to basic kitchen ingredients such as salt, pepper, and olive oil, we've got you covered. The dining area with seating for six is the perfect space to savor delicious meals and create lasting memories.

OUTDOORS:
Step outside into our wonderful outdoor retreat. Enjoy your morning coffee on the porch or gather with friends and family around the fire pit in the evening. The expansive backyard oasis has room for everyone in the family!

LIVING ROOM:
Unwind in the cozy and inviting living room, where you can relax and enjoy your favorite shows on the modern TV. Feel free to log in to your personal streaming accounts for a customized entertainment experience.

BEDROOMS:
Each bedroom is tastefully furnished with fresh linens, comfortable pillows, and everything you need for a restful stay.

BATHROOM: Refresh in the well-appointed hallway bathroom, offering a bath shower and all the essentials you need.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Cozy retreat in the heart of Florida Springs Country Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Property was as listed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kasey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect with our stay. Great location. From Florida and was in the area for a family function. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
**Accommodations:** The space was exactly as described in the listing—clean, spacious, and nicely decorated. The attention to detail was impressive, with lovely decor that made the place feel warm and inviting. The furnishings were modern and comfortable.**Amenities:** The amenities provided were appreciated. The kitchen was well equipped. **Location:** The location was convenient. It was situated in a quiet neighborhood but still within walking distance to the historic downtown. It is a quick and easy drive to Gainesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great stay in this lovely house. The beds were super comfortable and clean. Shower was amazing. We really loved how quiet the neighborhood was, no noise outside at all. Very private with such a cute backyard. Lots of little extra goodies too. Absolutely would recommend this home to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Cozy and perfect

We were very pleased with the property!!!! The kitchen was well stocked, the backyard was nice and the rooms were clean and cozy. The neighborhood was peaceful and quiet. We were in town for UF parents weekend and we loved being close, but slightly away from the crowds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Nice place.

Clean. And exactly what I needed
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay F.

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

Nicely Appointed Retreat

Lovely house with all the necessities and conveniences. Loved the coffee bar! Enjoyed the privacy of the backyard for relaxing. Walking distance to Main Street and a short drive to the bike trails of San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Family

This property was as pictured. It was very clean and fully stock, right down to the coffee. Every one enjoyed there stay. We all were very impressed and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Quiet and Clean

We have rented 6 houses/condos in the Alachua/Gainesville area over the last 14 months and I can say without a doubt this was the best of the best. It’s well appointed, nicely furnished and decorated, smells wonderful, nice yard and fire pit, beds are comfy, and it’s just so quiet. It was also our closest option for biking at San Felasco. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place for our family

House was perfect for our quick trip down to visit and head to Gainsville for some U of F games!!! Quick, easy drive to the University and close to stores and the highway. Check-in process wasn't perfect but we were able to figure it out after a couple phone calls. Other than that, great house, great location, and helpful hosts. :) Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great Homebase for Gator Game

Home was very clean and had all essentials needed for our UCF (son & fiancé) vs Gator (Mom & Dad) weekend! Only 20 minutes to Stadium area and easy escape after game! We didn’t get to use fire pit area, but looked like a fun hangout area in cooler weather. Easy checkin and comfortable stay!! One caveat: on the VRBO app, the price per night was discounted by $20, but during checkout that price was not reflected. I went back and forth with host, who said she had no control over the site. I looked again and the discounted advertised price is not reflected when you get to the checkout page. We booked and paid original price since options were limited in our desired area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Thomas D.

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

Below average

House pics were misleading. In a sketchy neighborhood. House had a weird smell the whole time. No ceiling fans in the room. Couldn’t turn ac past a certain point. Stained carpet in the bed room. Would find random dead bugs throughout the property. Looked like a cheap flip. Left an item and could not get in contact with host. Very disappointed with the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024