Hidden Cabin Retreat with Private Deck & Firepit

Escape to a hidden cabin retreat just minutes from Downtown Gainesville — perfect for families, groups, or game-day getaways.
Sleeps 8 | 3 bedrooms | 3 beds | 2 baths
Gather around the cozy firepit under the stars
Bright, mountain-cabin feel with natural light
Full kitchen + dining with unique antler chandelier
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!

Conveniently only 8 minutes from UF, 12 minutes from downtown, and 5 minutes from Publix Supermarket and Walmart. Whether you're here to study, explore, or simply hang out, this hidden gem has all you need.

Experience the warmth and comfort of this hidden cabin, ideal for quality time with family or friends. Cook meals in the wooden and rustic kitchen and enjoy them in the outdoorsy dining area. Relax in the living room with a movie, get some work done at the dedicated workspace, or unwind in the fully fenced backyard featuring a deck you can access form the bedrooms, along with a firepit.

Conveniently located:

8 minutes to UF
12 minutes to downtown
5 minutes to Publix or Walmart
5 minutes to Devil's Millhopper State Park
5 minutes to Possum Creek Park (outdoor skatepark)
5 minutes to Flying Biscuit Cafe (great breakfast spot)
4 minutes to One Love Cafe (outdoor lunch spot)
2 minutes to Nopal by Cintron (delicious dinner spot)

Your group will create lasting memories in this cozy cabin retreat!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
- The city is able to empty the garbage and recycling bins on Wednesday mornings. If the big black garbage bin and recycling bins are full (they should be located outside of the garage to the right, if they have not already been brought to the street), please bring the garbage and recycling bins to the street touching the curb anytime on Tuesday evening so they can be emptied early Wednesday morning.

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).
– 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 request for 11am must be made at least 48 hours in advance so that I can ask the cleaner if that could work with her schedule. Late check out request for 12pm will be an extra charge of $45 and will also require approval at least 48 hours in advance.)
- 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 make sure all windows and doors are closed and 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 area for safety and must never be left without supervision
– Please clean the grill after using it so that it’s ready for the next guest to use.

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 TUESDAY since garbage will be picked up by the city early every Wednesday morning.
- Recycling is strongly encouraged by placing plastic/glass in the blue bin and paper products in the orange bin.

FIRE PIT AND OUTDOOR LIGHTS RULES/INSTRUCTIONS:
- Outdoor lights are turned on via the light switch inside the home on the side wall to the right of the fireplace inside.
- 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.
- The indoor fireplace is not available for making a fire.

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.