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NEW! Ponderosa Off The Beaten Path

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms2700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kate's Fish Camp
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Micanopy Historical Society Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and Kate's Fish Camp. .This vacation home is 10 mi (16.1 km) from University of Florida and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Shands at the University of Florida.

What's nearby

  • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kate's Fish Camp - 3 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Micanopy Historical Society Museum - 10 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Micanopy Cemetery - 11 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • University of Florida - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Wok - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eastwood Meadows - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's Off the Chain BBQ - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar B Que by Kent - ‬9 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.

NEW! Ponderosa Off The Beaten Path

Step into a piece of history and forget your worries in this charming 1929

farmhouse, nestled on 2.75 acres of serene Florida countryside. Surrounded by

towering live oaks draped in Spanish moss, this spacious 2,700-square-foot

retreat offers a peaceful escape while keeping you conveniently close to

Gainesville’s top attractions.



With five inviting bedrooms and an upstairs loft, there’s plenty of room for

family and friends to unwind. The cozy living and dining areas provide the

perfect setting for gathering, whether you're sharing a meal or relaxing after

a day of exploring.



Located just 10.5 miles from the UF Stadium and O’Connell Center, you can

reach campus in as little as 15 minutes when there’s no event traffic.

Gainesville Airport is just a short 15-25 minute drive away, and downtown

Gainesville is within 10-20 minutes for great dining, shopping, and

entertainment. Plus, with nearby parks and direct access to the local bike

trail, outdoor adventures are right at your doorstep.



Whether you're visiting for a game weekend, a peaceful getaway, or a gathering

with loved ones, this historic farmhouse offers a unique blend of rustic charm

and modern convenience. Book your stay and experience the beauty and

tranquility of old Florida!



House Rules:



* No parties. No exceptions

* External cameras on property for your security

* Guest count over 12 with additional $25 fee per person/per night \- please reach out with final guest count

* Max guest occupancy is 16

* Incorrect guest occupancy will result in fines and/or eviction

* Excessive cleaning will result in additional fees







Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, a foosball table, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in fee: USD 187
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Internet is available. Internet is free.
Parking is available. Parking is free.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 187

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

Property is also known as

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