COMFORTABLY CLOSE! offers a serene retreat in the heart of Gainesville, nestled against Loblolly Woods. Enjoy coffee on the back deck surrounded by nature's sounds, or unwind with a movie night and dinner in this tranquil oasis. Your stay includes plenty of fresh towels, kitchen gadgets for meal prep, and board games for entertainment.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8157 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$732
NZ$732
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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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.
Comfortably Close and pet friendly
Welcome to COMFORTABLY CLOSE! Only 1.8 miles from the Stadium and 4 miles from both Shands and North Florida Regional Medical Center.
Whether you’re here for a university event, our reputable hospitals, business, family or maybe to explore the nearby state parks and local springs, we are COMFORTABLY CLOSE to all of it yet also situated up against Loblolly woods. From the back porch you actually feel like you’re in the woods instead of right in town.
Although a busy street, the house is nestled up against Loblolly Woods, the back deck invites you to enjoy coffee or a cold drink while the sounds of nature push your cares away. Your pup can enjoy freedom in the fenced in yard.
Once inside, the house is a tranquil oasis. Settle in for a quiet dinner with the family and a movie night. Later, nestle under the quilts on a brand new queen gel mattress. When you get up, the coffee and tea area is stocked and ready for you!
We hope we`ve thought of everything but please let us know if you need more than the following:
>Plenty of fresh towels & wash cloths >Shampoo, conditioner & body soap >Kitchen gadgets for preparing meals & desserts! >Mixer, mixing bowl, baking sheet, cake tins, muffin tins, measuring cups/spoons, basic spices >Cutting boards >Sharp knives >Drip coffee maker, filters, cream & sugar >Coffee, tea & cocoa >Ironing board & iron >Extra blankets >Board games & cards >For Fido we provide bowls, waste bags and treats.
Our office room also offers a queen size bed, thus the house sleeps up to 8.
The television is a 65” smart TV. We have an antenna but do not offer cable. Feel free to log into your own streaming services. We hope you enjoy the many choices offered by this “way-smarter-than-me” TV! If you’re looking for a special live athletic event, we suggest Gator Dockside right around the corner! Try the wings!
We hope you enjoy your stay here at COMFORTABLY CLOSE!
Enjoy the house, deck, yard and laundry room.
Your vacation is paramount! I’m just a text away!
A terrific neighborhood for outdoor activities. Loblolly Woods & WestSide Park are literally right here! The park offers: basketball, baseball, exercise trail, playground, swimming pool and tennis! Pet friendly however leashes are required.
Gainesville is easy to navigate by car but if you’re gonna drink, please use services like Uber or Lyft or taxi services.
There is plenty of private parking on the property for up to four vehicles. If arriving after dark, look for café lights in the front yard.
We also ask that, if bringing a pet, you pick up their poops from the yard. Bags are provided as well as a shovel if you’d rather toss it over the fence into the woods. Please, for the health of all our canine guests, leave the yard sanitary. Housekeeping does not patrol the yard. We feel this is a responsibility of all pet owners no matter where you are. Thanks for being good pet owners! Quiet hours are 10pm-7am NO smoking or vaping INSIDE OR ON PREMISES Park in designated areas. Parties will not be tolerated. Registered guests only.
With all that said, ultimately, we ask you enjoy and make great memories while you’re here!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Quiet hours are 10pm-7am
NO smoking or vaping INSIDE OR ON PREMISES
Park in designated areas.
Parties will not be tolerated.
Registered guests only
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pets must be pre-approved
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property is also known as
217598
About the area
Gainesville is home to this holiday home. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
Is Comfortably Close and pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?
As of 19 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfortably Close and pet friendly on 22 Mar 2026 start from NZ$732, including 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 at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Comfortably Close and pet friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Comfortably Close and pet friendly located?
This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westside Park Tennis Center and University of Florida. Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Comfortably Close and pet friendly Reviews
Reviews
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Location convenient to everything in Gainesville, especially UF campus. Several fantastic restaurants and Publix nearby.
House is very comfortable and great for our 2 dogs
Brandon B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a family gathering for a UF graduation. Host was helpful and flexible. Great for family dog.
We came up for orientation with our daughter. House is in a perfect location for getting to and from campus. Plenty of food and grocery options close to house. The road in front of house is very busy, but it was quiet in the house. Nice walkable neighborhood for the dog. Owner is quick to respond. Plenty of room in the house to relax and hang out.
This place was perfect for our family that was busy with graduation events. We had ample room to move around, and the layout was good for the small gathering of family we had at the graduation. Bonus points for allowing pets. Our pups loved running around the backyard.
What an awesome place! Super close to UF and convenient for football games, graduation, or any event you might be attending. Lots of parking space off of 34th!
Comfy beds and pillows and a great living space to hang out in. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the backyard due to the heat, but it looks like a great place to be in cooler weather.
Lisa was an amazing host and even offered to return items that were left there.
The neighborhood was quiet and despite being on a fairly main road there was not much traffic noise — nothing a little white noise can’t easily cover.
The exterior of the house and yard need some cleanup and weed eating/trimming/mowing. The inside of the house was clean and had everything we needed. AC was pre-set and was a good temperature. Shower had great pressure and nice & hot water. The pillows on the beds were too thick, hurt everyone's necks. Location of the house was pretty good. Close to lots of restaurants, and grocery store, etc. Not too close to the campus or football stadium. Not really walkable, but easy to get to. Overall, we liked the house.
We had a fantastic stay! The house was nicer than the pictures posted, there was so much room, and the property owner was so sweet and attentive! Couldn’t recommend more!
Property was incredible, very clean, and owner was very responsive. Located in an area with plenty of amenities and activities to offer. We will be back!
The property was spacious and close to everything. Communication with the owners was quick and easy. Unfortunately, one of the bedrooms was unusable because there was hair all over the sheets. Another bedroom only had sheer curtains on the windows so as soon as it became light outside it was impossible to sleep.
The house was comfortable, clean and felt more like home than a hotel which allows us to spend more time with family members. Having 2 bathrooms was a blessing when we were getting ready in the morning. It was so beautiful with all the trees just behind the house. It made me feel like we were in a forest.
The house was very well maintained and updated. But because it was located right on 34th Street, there was a lot of traffic noise. This made it a bit difficult for some of my family to get a good nights rest. Even if you hung out on the back deck and yard, there was a sizeable amount of traffic noise. The Wi-Fi router was only operating at 2.4 GHz instead of including 5 GHz channels so the max speed was about 48 MBPS instead of 500 MBPS. I recommend that the owner provides a Swiffer Jet for the white tile floor as a broom doesn't pick up the dirt from your shoes when it is wet or damp but a Swiffer would. We kept the place clean but had to use wet paper towels to do so. Only some of the bedrooms had power strips with USB ports because there were few outlets in each room. All bedrooms should have power strips. It would be good if the windows had shades in them to make the rooms darker for sleeping.
If the house were in a quiet location, we would stay again but not in that location.
Mrs.Lisa was amazing. She answered all of my questions when I had them in a very timely manner. She has a beautiful home and we would definitely stay again, we spent 10 days in her home quite relaxing, even though i had work. would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again. The area is very close to everything you need .
Randy B.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laice
11 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication