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Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF!

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9.0

Wonderful

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 1760 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Gainesville, FL
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Florida6 min drive
  • Popular LocationShands at the University of Florida7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBen Hill Griffin Stadium7 min drive
  • AirportGainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)11 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Gainesville condo, you'll find University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Stephen C. O'Connell Center and Thomas Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 6 min drive
  • UF Health Shands Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 7 min drive
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 15 min walk
  • Hogan's Great Sandwiches - 11 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 10 min walk
  • Burger King - 4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF!

I have a lovely condo, inside and out with its tropical gardens, and I enjoy sharing it with guests who are good company! You will definitely feel welcome here. My condo complex is nestled in a forest 1.5 miles north of UF. It even has a creek and wooden bridge and is ideal for solo visitors who enjoy company and cats as I do. You get a large, private bedroom w/semifirm king bed in a 1st floor, 1 bedroom/1 bath, 760 sf. attractive condo with wifi. Share common areas including split bathroom plan with the friendly, well-traveled professional owner who tutors online part-time and sleeps on the living room floor (separated off at night) for relief from lower back pain from years of race bike riding. My beloved family member, cat Bobby, lives here too. Please don't book here if you dislike cats and their behaviors. Has modern kitchen, dining area, artsy living room, gardens, pool area, grills, clubhouse, and fitness center with sauna. Parking is free and unassigned anywhere in front of the building. One guest per booking; guest must be 18 years and above. Sorry but no children, no pets, and no smoking allowed. Check-in hours are between 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please contact me before booking if you need to arrive after 9 p.m. to see if I can accommodate you based on my schedule. I need advance notice of late arrival requests --thank you!
DESCRIPTION: Welcome to my home which I enjoy sharing with animal-loving, pet-loving guests! I've been a host since 2014 in another Florida location and have over 800 reviews. My beloved cat family member, Bobby, lives here too but he's not allowed into the bedroom. If you're critical of cats and their behaviors or dislike them (or need a private place rather than a shared property), this condo is unsuitable for you. Friendly, playful Bobby may want to smell you and be petted. Like people, he has bathroom needs but his restroom area, in the split bathroom vanity region, is clean and well-maintained. My condo is filled with classic art prints, yet the private guest bedroom with king bed is contemporary and modern with a lovely garden view from the large picture window. The condo doesn't have cable TV, but there's a Samsung TV monitor in the bedroom connected to a DVD player with plenty of DVD movies to watch, and a smart TV is in the living room. Feel free to use the shared spaces of the living room, well-appointed kitchen, and dining area. The condo is nestled in the forest with views of magnolias, ferns, bamboo, colorful flowers, and other tropical vegetation. Ring Park is a forest directly across the street from the condo community for nature trail walks along the creek. This condo will not be suitable for you if you prefer very cold air conditioning in the 60s or low 70s since I prefer temperatures in the mid to upper 70s in summertime. My central AC setting creates humidity-free comfort, and there's a portable 3-speed fan for your use in the bedroom for cooling air circulation.
LOCATION: This condo complex is 1.5 miles north of the University of Florida and downtown Gainesville and 0.4 miles west of 13th St. N. which is home to many shops, stores, supermarkets, restaurants, gas stations, convenience stores, and most places you will need when you're here. You can walk to them from here in under 10 minutes. A direct bus line going to downtown, the university, Shands Hospital, and the VA Hospital is located right outside of the complex on the main road, NW 23 Blvd. (also named NW 23rd Rd.). The bus stops are a 5 minute walk from here. Parking in the condo complex is free and unassigned with many spaces located right outside my condo unit entrance. The condo is across from the pool, 24-hour fitness center, clubhouse with free wifi for work/study, and car wash station. Right across the main road from the complex is Ring Park, a shady, wooded nature preserve with a hiking trail that follows the same creek which also runs through the condo complex and through much of Gainesville.

Property manager

Maria J.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 760 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! to the airport?

This condo is 5.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

Does Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! to downtown Gainesville?

This condo is 2 mi away from Gainesville.

Bobby Cat's condo, shared with owner, in forest setting w/creek, 1.5 mi. to UF! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Bobby's Condo
Maria is a kind, friendly, and gracious host! Bobby is a very sweet and friendly kitty. Perfect location for Fest, not too close not too far.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gloria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient condo
Location was great for our needs. Satin sheets not our favorite, otherwise all was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022