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Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV

Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Florida

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In Gainesville, Florida, our spacious 2-bedroom retreat offers a tranquil ambiance and comfortable furnishings. Unwind in the cozy living area with multiple TVs for your entertainment or prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV

Welcome to our spacious 2-bedroom retreat in Gainesville, Florida! This modern haven features comfortable furnishings, ample natural light, and a tranquil ambiance. Unwind in the cozy living area with multiple TVs for your entertainment. The well-equipped kitchen invites you to prepare delicious meals. With a roomy layout and tasteful decor, our home offers a relaxing atmosphere.

Explore nearby attractions, or simply enjoy the peacefulness of the neighborhood. Your ideal getaway awaits!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

There is a 10 pm noise curfew in the neighborhood. Neighbors may call local law enforcement if noise levels are excessive after hours
Smoking of any kind is not permitted inside or outside of the home - resulting in a $1,000 fee.
Unauthorized pets will result in a $500 fee per pet. Unauthorized guests will result in a $500 fee per guest per night NO PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: $75 per pet per stay

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
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

Gainesville is home to this vacation home. Westside Park Tennis Center and Regal Royal Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Gainesville Raceway. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning
    University of Florida
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • At the Gators home opener with 90,000 of my closest friends. A football game at Florida Field is an incredible experience. Energy not to be missed. This is probably one of the greatest stadiums in college football.
    Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Westside Park Tennis Center
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    20 min walk
  • Wendy's
    4 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV?

As of Jan 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV on Feb 1, 2026 start from $73.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV located?

Situated in Gainesville, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of University of Florida, Stephen C. O'Connell Center, and Westside Park Tennis Center. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Lake Alice are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Lovely House

We loved the house. It was in a great neighborhood with no concerns of safety. I loved the charm of the old house and there was plenty of room to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alison G.

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

Game weekend stay in Gainesville

The house was big and would be great if you have multiple parties staying, as it is pretty spread out to give everyone their space. It is an older home and a little outdated but perfect for a weekend stay to visit Gainesville and attend the game. It served our needs nicely. While we didn’t end up bringing our pets, I liked that it was pet friendly and had a fenced-in backyard. One thing I’d like to note though, we arrived at dark and there isn’t a sidewalk from the driveway to the front door and no lights were on outside the home, so we had to use our phone flashlights to see how maneuver through the grass with our luggage to get in to the front door. Also, the beds were a little worn out but nothing we couldn’t deal with. Overall it was a nice place for a quick weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda B.

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

Comfy home!

Our stay was amazing! Great location close to the cancer center which was the reason we needed a place for 5 weeks. It was 3 adult and 2 small pups and the place felt like home away from home. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 41 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin w.

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

Great place

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacy M.

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

go Gators

nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hermann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2025