Family-friendly holiday rentals in Alachua County

Chai Tiny Home - Nature Retreat (near Temple of U)

CHAI TINY HOME at Alachua Forest Sanctuary 🌴 Located in a nature oasis. Enjoy a quiet retreat. 🚙 Very close for guests visiting Michael Singer's Temple of the Universe (about 1 mile away) 💦 25-45 minute drive to several stunning natural freshwater springs. 25 min to UF or downtown Gainesville. 15 min to shopping. 🐄 Please note the space and land is vegetarian. Please maintain a vegetarian diet when on the land, thank you! 🌝 Chai booked for your dates? Message host or check Shanti Tiny Home

Unique Container "Caja Verde" 1 Mile UF & Downtown

Our home is less than a mile to UFHealth at Shands and the Malcom Randall Veterans Medical Center. We are a mile to the University of Florida campus. Amazingly, also a short bike ride (1-2 miles) to Downtown Gainesville. Close to Depot Park, art studios, restaurants, music venues, and theater. Nature parks close too. The bonus is we live on 2 acres, tucked back in a quiet neighborhood. Our pool is deep & cool; we have bikes to borrow. The container is perfect for a solo traveler, or a couple.

Stunning Country Retreat On A Farm Sanctuary!

30 acre vegan farm with remodeled guest house! Minutes from town yet totally private. This eco-retreat is located at Peacefield where we rescue and rehabilitate farm animals - the space helps support the mission! We incorporated our favorite things: Peloton bike, treadmill, rower, Finnish sauna, bedside chargers, open floor plan, 5 star mattresses, yoga deck, appleTV, loaded kitchen, coffee/tea, vitamix, gym, Tesla and other EV charger, solar power and more! It's a sanctuary for humans too :)

Rose Cottage at Alpaca Acres

Relax at this cozy, tranquil cottage on our small farm in the country outside Gainesville yet close to Santa Fe College, High Springs and Alachua. Compact cottage has a full kitchen and bath, queen bed, twin air mattress, indoor seating and outdoor picnic area. We have a few friendly alpacas, chickens, dogs, and assorted birds. Well cared for pets welcome, property is fully fenced. Great place to stay to explore the springs, go antiquing, or check out Gainesville's food, music and fun.

Pileated Place

Welcome to our A-frame cabin, nestled in charming Old Florida Woodlands. It’s complete with two cots, a hinged wall/awning, fire pit, lounge chairs, a hammock, and a picnic table. From this soft pine-needled space, enjoy the view across the pond, go explore the seasonal garden, feed the fish, and meet our farm dogs. Mostly, enjoy ease and reconnection nature encourages. Due to severe drought this year, the pond is currently very low. However, you can still spot koi, bass, and brim. 🙏🏼

Cozy Cottage. Near Downtown & UF.

Welcome to The Cozy Cottage, where you'll experience the charm of a 1950's home infused with the essence of Hygge. Embrace the bright and cozy vibes, and delight in the simple pleasures of life. Nestled on a corner quarter acre lot, our lovely house is conveniently close to the University of Florida and downtown 5min Curia on the drag 6 min from Downtown 10 min from UF 12 min from Shands hospital 30 min to Ginnie springs 20 min from Gainesville airport 20 min from Gainesville raceway

Historic Huff cottage-Pet Friendly

Step back in time & stroll through the scenic streets of historic McIntosh. This 1 bedroom cottage is cozy like home. Say hello to the donkeys, goats, ponies, and the cows. Take a swim in the pool or sit back and relax with a cup of coffee & watch the sand hill cranes. Great fishing in Orange lake bring your boat. Boat ramp and slips less than a mile away. Great for a relaxing get-away to unwind for a short stay or extended stays. Please note the pool is closed from Nov-April.

The Orchid of Lake Santa Fe

Melrose Bay on Lake Santa Fe This apartment is newly remodeled. It features new cabinets, new appliances, a private porch and lovely furnishings, WIFI and cable. Downtown Melrose is in walking distance with three restaurants (one is the famous Blue Water Bay), public library, post office, grocery store, dollar store and Ace. Bring your boat and launch at the nearby boat ramp. Lake Santa Fe is a recreational lake with clean spring fed water for swimming, boating, skiing and fishing.

Beautiful House, Historic District, Micanopy

My Beautiful House is located in the heart of the historic district of Micanopy, Florida. Relaxing is a breeze in this wonderful home. Two large bedrooms and two equally spacious living areas are furnished with comfort in mind. There are two televisions with Directv service and free WiFi. The large backyard has lots of space and privacy! Established in 1821, Micanopy is the oldest inland town and the town that time forgot. Convenient to both Gainesville and Ocala via I-75 and SR 441.

Renovated Private Studio - Walking Distance to UF

NEWLY RENOVATED - Enjoy your Gainesville stay in this mid-century modern studio 0.5 miles from UF and 2 miles from UF and HCA hospitals. No detail was overlooked in this beautifully designed detached guest house with an abundance of natural light, upscale finishes, and endless amenities - kitchenette, mini fridge/freezer, smart TV, and more! This conveniently located private and quiet space in the heart of Gainesville is perfect for anyone visiting for just one night or a few weeks.

Fernbank on beautiful Lake Alto. Laketime Getaway

Visit this beautiful, tranquil lakeside spot for an amazing getaway. It's a six acre property, an inspiring place to study, write, or get work done with fun things to do while on a break. Swim, kayak, canoe, paddle board or enjoy sitting on the dock. Visit the barn for basketball, ping pong, and corn hole. It's a studio apartment with a private bathroom and beds for four, plus two couches and air beds available. Note: This is an upstairs apartment.

Kirtan Tiny Home

KIRTAN TINY HOME by Simplify Further ~ find us on IG for more pics/tours @simplifyfurther Enjoy your own private tiny home experience. +Built in October 2023. +8x20ft tiny house on wheels with 2 queen lofts! Sleeps 4! +Nearby to shops, restaurants, and cafes. +Centrally located between Gainesville & High Springs. +15 minutes to stunning, freshwater blue springs. Is Kirtan Tiny Home booked for your dates? Check out our other Tiny House listings!