
Guesthouse holiday rentals in Gainesville
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Sunflower Acres Cottage
Cute, cozy, freshly remodeled, private guest house on a beautiful 5 acre farm. Enjoy your own backyard herb garden with privacy fence, picnic table and fire pit. New kitchen with gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee-maker, and dining area perfect for enjoying meals. The bedroom is equipped with a smart TV, queen bed, & extra blankets. This country getaway is near the University of Florida (12 miles), Blue Springs (21 miles) Ginnie Springs (24 miles), and historic High Springs (15 miles).

"Nest" in the Guest House up in the Trees near UF
Kick back and "nest" in this calm, stylish and private space up in the trees in the heart of Gainesville, walking distance to the University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The newly renovated guest house is filled with natural light, casual furnishings and simple Scandinavian style. If you are looking for a cozy getaway with all the amenities, a welcoming place to stay for pleasure, Gator sporting event, college visit, commencement, or business travel, with parking, look no further.

Walk to UF! Historic King Bed Loft w/ Private Deck
If you are visiting Gainesville, look no further than Camellia Loft. This historic gem was built in 1924 and has been freshly renovated to bring it into the modern era. Enjoy the birdsong and majestic trees from your private deck overlooking the backyard—or relax inside as light streams through the loft's massive skylights. Only 0.5 miles to UF campus and exactly 1 mile to the stadium, you can easily walk to campus or games. Unwind by the shared fire pit or enjoy cooking on the grill

Beautiful 1-Bedroom Guest House Historic District
Brand New One-Bedroom Guest House in the Historic District near Downtown Gainesville. This stylish, centrally-located rental is located in the backyard of our property and was designed by an architect on the historic board in the city of Gainesville, along with our son, who is also an architect. There is a fully-equipped kitchen, full bathroom and a bedroom with a queen-size bed. The ceilings are 9-feet high, giving a feeling of extra space in this 420-sq. foot guest house.

Blue barn newly remodeled 12 blocks to downtown.
Newly remodeled Queen bed & full sleeper sofa - sleeps 4 just 12 blocks to downtown Ocala 8 miles to the WEC ( World Equestrian Center). Detached from the main house w/washer dryer, fenced in patio, 1 parking space, full kitchen. Sorry no pets. Not baby proofed. Gigablast high speed internet. Air-Bnb is separated from the main house but on the same property. Please do not go in the back yard of the main house. Security Cameras records the outside gravel parking space.

Your own private space of peace and quiet.
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. While being only 15 miles from the nightlife of downtown Gainesville, this is country living at it best. With no street lights the stars are bright and easily counted. The mornings are bright and full of the music of bird songs. The cute 2 bedroom apartment (one double bed, two single beds) is on the SECOND FLOOR. It is easy to get lost in the whisper of the trees. This is a place to rest your soul and unwind.

Azalea Guesthouse - Close to UF and downtown
Lots of character in this brand-new guest house located in the heart of town on a quiet canopied neighborhood and walking distance to UF, stores and coffee shops. Wake up in the morning to birds singing in the lush backyard, enjoy your coffee on the deck, or an evening stroll around the quiet neighborhood. Just a few blocks from UF and downtown, this retreat is perfect for your next Gator game weekend or to enjoy the nature, art and culture Gainesville has to offer!

Downtown Studio - 1/2 Mile from UF Campus
This Downtown Studio has just been remodeled and is located on a very private and tranquil property situated in the heart of Gainesville. Half a mile from UF Campus and 1.5 miles to Shands Hospital / VA. Within a few blocks are many of Gainesville's favorite restaurants, coffee shops, museums and nightlife. Facilities available are: Amazon Fire TV with access to Netflix and Prime TV; high speed internet; induction cook-top, coffee press, microwave and a fridge.

Millhopper Modern near UF&Shands
Retreat to the romantic stay in the Millhopper Tiny Home. We treat guests to an experience that's quirky and cool, we do not pretend to be a 5-star hotel but have hotel amenities like sound machine, unlimited wifi, kitchenette, luxurious shower jets and Keurig for morning coffee. Conveniently located near UF, Shands and North FL Hospital, only 15 minutes from the airport and I-75. Spacious living space studio-style with modern polished concrete floors throughout.

Loft Apartment/studio/kitchenette /porch
3 Miles from I75 exit 414 .studio apartment w/ porch over barn. Fire pit with wood available. Grill. Hammock swings under oaks. Stalls available. Close to riding/hiking trails in O'leno State Park. Close to springs for tubing/kayak/canoe. Ichetucknee Spring State Park, Ginny Springs, ++. Also 15 minutes from Santa Fe River and paddling/kayak/canoe rentals . Diving excursions available in High Springs. Quiet setting w/ pastures and grand daddy oaks.

Stylish Private Studio | Walk to UF
NEWLY RENOVATED | WALK TO UF | PRIVATE STUDIO Stay in a stylish mid-century modern studio just 0.5 miles from the University of Florida—perfect for game days, campus visits, and graduations. Located 2 miles from UF Health Shands and HCA hospitals, ideal for medical stays. This private, detached guest house features modern finishes, natural light, a kitchenette, mini fridge, Smart TV, fast WiFi, and workspace. Quiet, central location near UF and downtown.

Private bed and bath above detached garage.
Close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Micanopy's unique downtown and a short easy drive to UF campus. North of Micanopy on Highway 441 across from Lake Wauberg. A common private driveway from the highway leads up to our two story home and two story detached garage. Uber not a good option. Good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers; and great for Gator friends and fans. Smoke free and no pets please.
Popular amenities for Gainesville guesthouses
Family-Friendly guesthouses

Bass Lake Oasis

Private Detached Pool House With Kitchenette

Charming barn apartment perfect for star gazing

Orley farm guesthouse

Fishermen's Paradise. Private dock water front

Palatka Golf Cottage

Florida guest house, central /Relax/springs

Donkey Song Cottage
Guesthouses with a patio

Papy's Place - Horse Farm Retreat

A Garden Cottage

Private suite | pool access | close to all Ocala!

Hilltop Retreat

The Perch at Misty Hollow

Silver Springs Shores Studio

Horning’s Guest House -room for 15

Duckpond Casita
Guest house rentals with a washing machine and dryer

The Secretariat Cottage | Downtown | Clean | Cozy

Adorable cozy cabin near North Florida Springs

Cedar Guesthouse | Near UF, Stadium, Bat House

Garden Cottage Sanctuary

Palm N' Pillow • Guesthouse by UF, HCA-FL & Shands

Ocala Oasis: Claw Foot Tub+ Pet Friendly!

Tudor Farm Serenity Cottage

Lovely Studio Apt, Walk to UF
When is the best time to visit Gainesville?
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| Avg. price | $147 NZD | $156 NZD | $159 NZD | $159 NZD | $164 NZD | $145 NZD | $147 NZD | $173 NZD | $171 NZD | $229 NZD | $203 NZD | $137 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 20°C | 24°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 22°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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Total holiday rentals
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Gainesville holiday rentals start at $51 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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40 of Gainesville holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Gainesville stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Gainesville's top spots, include Depot Park, Florida Museum of Natural History, and Royal Park Stadium 16
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