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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
6 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 124757 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Gainesville, Florida
  • Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • University of Florida
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

In Gainesville .You'll find Must Love Dogs and Dogwood Park within a 15-minute walk of this Gainesville vacation home. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and 46th Blvd Playground are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kanapaha Botanical Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Florida - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Oaks Mall - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬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.

Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard!

If you’re searching for a spacious Sunshine State getaway for your next family trip, look no further than this stunning 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom home! This Gainesville vacation rental is sure to entertain the whole crew, with multiple living spaces, plenty of Smart TVs, a pool table, and a sprawling backyard. Spend some time outdoors at the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, explore campus, or take the kids to the Florida Museum of Natural History to delve into the fascinating exhibits.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | 4,767 Sq Ft | 1 Mi to Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Bedroom Suite: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed | Bedroom 6 (Kid’s Room): Toddler Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Gas grill, furnished patio, spacious backyard, cornhole game
INDOOR LIVING: Ceiling fans, 7 Smart TVs, Florida Room, pool table, multiple living areas, casual & formal dining areas, 3 home office spaces
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, blender, dishwasher, toaster oven, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, keyless entry, washer/dryer, towels/linens
FAQ: Step-free access, 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), EV charging available

-- THE LOCATION --

GOLF: Gainesville Country Club (4 miles), Mark Bostick Golf Course (5 miles), Hawkstone Country Club (5 miles), Ironwood Golf course (12 miles), Turkey Creek Golf Course (18 miles)
MUSEUMS: Florida Museum of Natural History- Exhibits (4 miles), Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention (8 miles), Matheson History Museum (9 miles), Micanopy Historical Society Museum (14 miles)
GET OUTSIDE: Kanapaha Botanical Gardens (1 mile), Split Rock Conservation Area (4 miles), Loblolly Woods Nature Park (5 miles), Bivens Arm Nature Park (6 miles), Sweetwater Preserve (7 miles), Boulware Springs Park (9 miles), La Chua Trailhead (9 miles), Paynes Prairie Bolen Bluff (11 miles), Ecopassage Observation Park (12 miles)
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (13 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee per stay (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces toward the driveway and camera 2 is a doorbell camera facing toward the front of the home. The other two cameras are in the rear of the home, one facing the backyard and one facing the patio. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound while guests are in residence

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 4,757 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

468915

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! to downtown Gainesville?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from Gainesville.

Spacious Gainesville Retreat w/ Backyard! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trudy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation for large family

The property was clean and as described.Perfect for large families. It provided alot of space for us to enjoy lots of family time. The location was ideal as it is close to stores, restaurants and UF. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed

This is our second time for staying in this house. It meets our needs as a large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house for a large gathering

We rented this house for my son’s birthday weekend. There was plenty of room for friends and family. The boys enjoyed the pool and ping pong tables, foosball, and basketball. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful space for all of us to enjoy

The home was nice and clean, loved the master bathroom with all of the updated features. It was a perfect location our daughter got married at the botanical gardens up the street. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lots of room and support from the host.

The host was very helpful! He setup a firepit for us to use in the back yard when we asked if one available. Allowed to access an hour early, and answered all our question.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold G., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grad wreekend

Nice, clean and spacious property. Plenty of room for cars and places to gather inside and out. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F., Macclenny FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

Home was clean, great location, plenty of space for large parties. Loved the back porch in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness

B

Very spacious, adequate sleeping arrangements, clean, & tidy. Suggstiins - put the numbers on mailbox for easier location finder, supply a few extrs blankets fir cool nights, guest hand towels in powder room off kitchen & provide more drinkware - had enormous inventory of coffee mugs but literally only had 4 juice size glasses & 2 begerage size hlasses
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

This was a perfect house for our family reunion. Plenty of space and activities....pool table, ping pong table, basketball. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

The best place for a large family with kids. The house was very large, spotless, easy parking and many fun things to do! Pool table, ping pong, foosball, tv in everyroom. The front of the house left me worried at first but it definitely a diamond in the rough. The only suggestion I would have is, supply more board games.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing listing!

This is one of the best VRBO properties I’ve ever stayed at. Great value for money—huge inside and outside with every house game and activity you can imagine. 15 minute drive to UF campus for football games. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation gathering… coming from multiple states

Great house for large groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family

We enjoyed this property. It was so great to have pool and ping-pong tables, plenty of room for our Children and grandchildren to move around with no one being crowded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Space

We had an amazing time in Gainesville last weekend! The space was incredible and accommodating for our entire family. The guys enjoyed playing pool, ping pong and basketball. Plenty of room for Everyone!! We will definitely return here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun and very comfortable

Great place for the family to hangout and spend quality time. We love our games and it was fun to play cornhole, pool and foosball. We also brought cards and games of our own and they had good tables to play on. Nice size dining room table for eating together.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B., Holt

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was as promised

We were looking for a place for the family to stay while in town for our daughters college graduation. The size and location allowed us to easily get to the college and not have to worry about where the family would stay. If traveling with a medium to large group, I'd recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious clean and fun

Lots of room, well-appointed with plenty of seating, tables, snacks and water (much appreciated by travelers). Pool and ping pong tables quite fun. Dog-friendly and a nice yard and patio area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for Graduation

The property was great for our large group. Rooms were all spacious. Pool Table was a Hit. Ping Pong was a Hit. The Kitchen and Large Island were amazing. We had an amazing time. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene B., Plano, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a large family!!

We so enjoyed our stay here! Pool table & screened porch were great & bedrooms were large - especially the master bedroom & bath. The only bathtubs in the master and was a little hard to bathe a wild 2yr.old, but we managed! The home could use another air conditioning unit in order to keep the whole house cool enough, and not freeze out some people . The listing also says 4 bathrooms, when in all it is only 3 full baths and 1half bath. The lights in the main hallway are on a motion sensor, and every single time you walk down the hall the lights go on and it is quite annoying when everyone is asleep in the house. The home is close to grocery stores and restaurants, and convenient and close to the highway and the University. Overall we had a lot of fun and really enjoyed the house!! would stay again when needed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Essie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Essie McPhee

Our stay was great. The neighborhood was okay. House needed a few minor repairs; blinds at sliding doors, etc. Whenever I’m in the area, I’ll rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Spacious home

We enjoyed our stay. However the home needs another air conditioning unit in order to keep the whole house cool enough. One other minor issue was the fact that there was not enough glassware for our party of 12 people. Easily remedied by a trip to the store where we got plastic cups. All else was fine. Comfortable mattresses, great screened porch area & inside game room. Large tv screen in front living room - with comfortable sofa & chairs to sit on. Also planets for room for all of us to seat at tables to eat. All in all, I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023