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Backyard Guest House Suite

Apartment with kitchenette, near University of Florida

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In the heart of Gainesville, this cozy guest house offers a peaceful retreat with a patio deck. You can easily walk to your destination or stay in and enjoy the newly renovated space.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Backyard Guest House Suite

In the heart of Gainesville, this cozy guest house with patio deck is located in a quiet neighborhood. Welcoming guests from all around the world! It is less than 1.5 miles to UF School/Stadium and downtown Gainesville. Less than 5 miles to Oaks Mall or Butler shopping plaza. It's located by Target, Publix, and many nearby restaurants. Stay here and you could leave your car and walk to your destination in Gainesville. Great value for a great property!
The space
A very unique guest house, newly renovated. Cozy enough for your visit rather short or long.
Guest access
You have access of the entire guest house.
Other things to note
(Shared driveway) so parking area is limited. One vehicle per renter.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Gainesville

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thomas Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hass Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Indio - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Backyard Guest House Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backyard Guest House Suite?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backyard Guest House Suite?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Backyard Guest House Suite located?

Situated in Gainesville, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Backyard Guest House Suite Reviews

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8.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient spot for Gainesville activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025