Hidden Cabin Retreat w/ Private Deck & Firepit

Gainesville
8 guests
3 bedrooms
4 beds
2.0 baths

Escape to a hidden cabin retreat just minutes from Downtown Gainesville β€” perfect for families, groups, or game-day getaways.
πŸ›οΈ Sleeps 8 | 3 bedrooms | 3 beds | 2 baths
πŸ”₯ Gather around the cozy firepit under the stars
🌲 Bright, mountain-cabin feel with natural light
🍳 Full kitchen + dining with unique antler chandelier
πŸš— Just 8 min to UF, 12 min to downtown, 5 min to Publix/Walmart

Unwind in comfort, explore nature, and make lasting memories. Book your stay today!


Amenities

  • BED LINENS
  • DISHES AND SILVERWARE
  • WIRELESS INTERNET
  • AC
  • SINGLE LEVEL HOME
  • TV
  • REFRIGERATOR
  • COFFEE MAKER
  • FIRE PIT
  • DRYER
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  • SHAMPOO
  • EXTRA PILLOWS AND BLANKETS
  • HEATING
  • STREET PARKING
  • HANGERS
  • ROOM DARKENING SHADES
  • MICROWAVE
  • GARDEN OR BACKYARD
  • HIGH CHAIR
  • LONG TERM STAYS ALLOWED
  • LAPTOP FRIENDLY WORKSPACE
  • DISHWASHER
  • PATIO OR BELCONY
  • BBQ AREA
  • FREE PARKING
  • IRON
  • WASHER
  • STOVE
  • HAIR DRYER
  • CHILDRENS DINNERWARE
  • OVEN
  • COOKING BASICS
  • HOT WATER
  • BATHTUB
  • FIREPLACE GUARDS
  • KITCHEN
  • CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
  • FIRST AID KIT
  • FIRE EXTINGUISHER
  • SMOKE DETECTOR
  • PRIVATE ENTRANCE
  • PACK N PLAY TRAVEL CRIB

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House Rules

I want you to have an amazing stay and enjoy my home, but I do have a few rules!

FIRST, THE DEAL-BREAKERS (you could lose your deposit)

– Quiet hours are between 11pm and 7am. We love our neighbors. Please respect our neighbors by adhering to our quiet hours.
– Absolutely NO smoking in or near the house
– Absolutely NO illegal drugs of any kind.
– Absolutely NO unregistered guests without prior approval.
– All overnight guests must be approved in advance through the booking process and are subject to an additional fee, as noted in our booking price.
– Limit of up to two pets are ONLY allowed if you have received pre-approval, paid the $125 pet fee, and you take full liability for any injury or damage caused by your pet.
– Any significant damage or by not following these rules will result in the loss of your deposit.

OTHER HOUSE RULES
– I have provided black make-up removal hand cloths to be used for removing makeup. Please do not use other towels, washcloths, hand towels or linens for makeup removal (the stains are permanent, and you will be charged for stained linen).
– Please always lock all doors and close windows prior to your departure (press the LOCK button to lock the deadbolt).
– Make sure to double check ALL sliding glass doors are locked by pulling on them to ensure they are locked.
– I expect that you will respect my home and that you will clean/pick up after yourself.

PETS: DOGS ALLOWED BY PRE-APPROVAL ONLY and ADDITIONAL PET FEE.
– Pet fee ($125 for one or two pets) must be paid prior to check-in or your dog(s) will not be allowed on the property.
– Pit bulls, rottweilers, dobermans, and/or any aggressive dogs are NOT allowed on the property.
– Guest is fully liable for any injury or damage caused by their pet and agrees to hold host harmless.
– Your dog should be friendly, and house trained. Dogs that utilize pee pads are NOT allowed.
– Pets are NOT allowed on the couch, beds, or any of the furniture.
– Guests must clean up any pet waste in the backyard to prevent future guests
from finding any surprises.
– Your dog must be supervised by you at all times or crated in the room if left alone.
– Any dog that becomes disruptive will need to be removed immediately.
– You will be charged for any damage caused by your dog
– Limit of two dogs. An additional dog may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS
- Checkout is at 10am. (Late check out will inquire an extra charge of $45 and there is no guarantee the cleaning team can accommodate. We do apologize, however, please request any late checkout before the day of check in).
- Put all used dishes in the dishwasher with pod and run cycle OR hand wash your used dishes and leave clean dishes on drying rack.
- Put all used towels on the floor so we know the ones that were used.
- Press the LOCK button to lock the front door after leaving and ensure the side door to carport is manually locked.
- Send me a message that you have left.

KITCHEN INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please put all dishes you used in the dishwasher (put dishwasher detergent or pod in and run dishwasher) OR hand wash used dishes and leave clean dishes on dish drying rack.
– Please Rinse and Remove all food from dishes prior to putting them in the
dishwasher.
– Please ensure that all dishes are thoroughly cleaned before putting any dishes away.

GRILL USE INSTRUCTIONS
– The grill must be used in the carport for safety and must never be left without supervision.
– Please make sure to clean the grill grates with the scraper after each use. Please do not leave the grill unclean.

GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS:
– Please bring out the garbage and recycling bins (should be placed along the wall inside the carport) to the curb anytime on WEDNESDAY since garbage will be picked up by the city early every Thursday morning.
- Recycling is strongly encouraged by placing plastic/glass in the blue bin and paper products in the orange bin.

FIRE PIT AND OUTDOOR LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS:
- The indoor fireplace is NOT available for making a fire.
- If you go into the backyard, you will need the outdoor lights. Please ensure the switch is flipped on the wall to the right of the fireplace in the living room before you go outside, or it will be very dark at night.
- You are welcome to purchase wood to use within the fire pit.
- DO NOT put/burn any items within the flames other than wood.
- DO NOT leave the fire unattended.
- When finished using the fire pit, please ensure the fire is completely out before leaving/going back inside.

ITEMS PROVIDED FOR YOUR STAY:
-Toilet paper, paper towels and dishwasher tabs are provided for a short-term stay. If you stay with us for a longer period, we are so appreciative but due to our short-term nature we kindly ask for you to provide those items past what is provided.
-Laundry detergent is not provided at our locations, but you may find some from our cleaners or previous guests for usage.
-Pots, pans, silverware, and all linens are provided for your entire stay.
-Please reach out with any questions or concerns, always here to help!

I AM HERE IF YOU NEED ME

I am accessible by phone or text should you need anything during your visit. My goal is to provide a great experience for you during your stay in my home so that you will want to leave me nothing less than a 5 star review. I appreciate the opportunity to make your stay more comfortable and address any issues you may have. If you find that there is something you need from me, please do not hesitate to ask.

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The space
Experience the warmth and comfort of this hidden cabin retreat, designed for quality time with family and friends.

✨ Inside you’ll enjoy:
🍳 Rustic wooden kitchen with full cooking essentials
🍽️ Dining area with outdoorsy vibe + antler chandelier
🎬 Cozy living room for movie nights
πŸ’» Dedicated workspace for remote work or study
πŸ›οΈ Bedrooms with direct deck access

🌲 Step outside to:
πŸ”₯ Gather around the firepit in the fully fenced backyard
πŸŒ… Relax on the private deck with morning coffee or evening drinks

πŸ“ Conveniently located:
8 min β†’ University of Florida
12 min β†’ Downtown Gainesville
5 min β†’ Publix & Walmart
5 min β†’ Devil’s Millhopper State Park
5 min β†’ Possum Creek Park (outdoor skatepark)
5 min β†’ Flying Biscuit CafΓ© (breakfast)
4 min β†’ One Love CafΓ© (outdoor lunch spot)
2 min β†’ Nopal by Cintron (delicious dinner)

Your group will create lasting memories in this cozy, well-located Gainesville cabin.
Guest access
You will have access to the entire property.
Additional notes
FAQ's...

Q: The house has a cabin vibe β€” what should I expect?
A: The home is designed with a cozy cabin feel, featuring plenty of natural wood inside. You may notice a light wood scent in the space β€” it’s part of the authentic charm of staying in a cabin-style retreat.

Q: When is garbage and recycling picked up?
A: The city collects garbage and recycling every Thursday morning.

- Please place the large black garbage bin and recycling bin at the curb on Wednesday evening.
- Bins are usually stored in the carport or just outside the house if they haven’t been moved yet.
- The collection happens early, so putting them out the night before ensures they’ll be emptied on time.
Guest interaction
We will be available via text or phone call and if we are not able to answer right away, we will respond as quickly as we can.
Neighborhood overview
This house is located very close to the intersection of NW 34th St and NW 39th Ave making it very close to the following and more:

- 8-minute drive to UF
- 12-minute drive to downtown
- 5-minute drive to Publix Supermarket
- 5-minute drive to Walmart
- 5-minute drive to Devil's Millhopper State Park
- 5-minute drive to Possum Creek Park (a park with an outdoor skatepark)
- 5-minute drive to Flying Biscuit Cafe (excellent breakfast restaurant)
- 5-minute drive to Starbucks (for those that insist on Starbucks)
- 5-minute drive to Dolce Vita Bakery Cafe (yummy bakery and cafe)
- 4-minute drive to One Love Cafe (outdoor lunch restaurant)
- 2-minute drive to Nopal by CintrΓ³n (enjoyable Mexican restaurant)
- 5-minute drive to Scuola Pizza (delicious Italian restaurant)
- 8-minute drive to Northwest Grille (outstanding seafood restaurant)
Getting around
To get to University of Florida, make a right onto NW 29th St, follow the street around to NW 39th Ave, take a right onto 39th Ave then right on NW 13th Ave and campus is located at University Ave (located south of University Ave) to the left where you can take to get to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or any other main sites at UF.

- Publix Supermarket: Take a right out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Find Publix at the intersection of NW 39th Ave and NW 13th St.

- Super Walmart: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a right on to 34th St. Find Super Walmart on the left before 13th St.

- Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Make a right on to NW 34th St. Make a left on NW 53rd Ave. Find Devil's Millhopper on the right-hand side after passing 43rd St.

- Possum Creek Park & Skatepark: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Make a right on to NW 43rd St. Turn right just after the Walgreens and before the Chevron (just before 53rd Ave) and find Possum Creek straight ahead. It's just near the intersection of NW 43rd St and 53rd Ave.

- Flying Biscuit Cafe: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a right on to 34th St. Find Dolce Vita on the left before 53rd St.

- Starbucks: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Find Starbucks on the right after passing NW 43rd St.

- One Love Cafe: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Find One Love Cafe on the right after passing NW 43rd St.

- Dolce Vita Bakery Cafe: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a right on to 34th St. Find Dolce Vita on the left before 53rd St.

- Nopal by CintrΓ³n: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a right on to 34th St. Find Nopal on the left before 53rd St.

- Scuola Pizza: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a right on to 34th St. Find Scuola Pizza on the left before 53rd St.

- Northwest Grille: Take a left out of the neighborhood on to NW 39th Ave. Take a left on to NW 51st St. Find Northwest Grille on the right at the intersection of NW 39th Ave and NW 51st St.

Uber is also available.

House Rules

Contact

Sunshine Vacation Rentals
Lisa Becks
+13528727596