Title: 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6048189&destination=Gainesville%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=99662817&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 ## Photo gallery for 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 ![Dining - 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662900/99662817/w1266h830x12y0-d0ec1276.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662900/99662817/w1266h836x12y0-07763082.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, music library - 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662900/99662817/w1266h844x12y0-fa69ec48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662900/99662817/w1266h820x12y0-1b4e20dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99662900/99662817/w1266h833x12y0-b1686c08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into The Pond House, where nature and tranquility blend. Enjoy expansive poolside views of the serene pond, complete with wildlife sightings and a spacious screened porch perfect for alfresco dining or cozying up by dual fire pits. This haven offers a versatile game room with Nintendo system and work desk as well as gourmet kitchen amenities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi £475 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 Your Private Family Retreat Near the University of Florida Welcome to The Pond House, a serene and spacious 5-bedroom retreat set on a full acre of peaceful natural surroundings just 2 miles from the University of Florida. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, connection, and memorable gatherings, this home offers the perfect setting for UF graduations, game day weekends, holidays, and extended family stays. Here, you’ll enjoy the rare combination of privacy, nature, and proximity to everything Gainesville has to offer. ⸻ A Home Designed for Gathering From the moment you arrive, The Pond House invites you to slow down and settle in. With expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces, everyone can be together while still having room to relax. The open and welcoming layout makes it easy to: • share meals • celebrate milestones • enjoy game nights • unwind after a day on campus The large dining areas and fully equipped gourmet kitchen are ideal for preparing everything from casual breakfasts to graduation celebrations. ⸻ Outdoor Living at Its Best The outdoor spaces are where The Pond House truly shines. Spend your days: ☀️ Swimming in the large private pool 🌿 Enjoying the wide open green space for kids to play 🍽 Dining together outdoors 🔥 Relaxing by the fire pits under the stars ☕ Sipping morning coffee with tranquil pond views The one-acre setting creates a peaceful, private atmosphere that feels like a true escape — while still being minutes from UF. ⸻ Fun for All Ages Inside, the game room brings everyone together for friendly competition and evening entertainment, featuring: 🎱 Pool table 🎮 Nintendo gaming system Whether it’s kids, teens, or adults, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. ⸻ Comfort for Up to 10 Guests With five beautifully appointed bedrooms, the home comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests, making it ideal for: • multi-generation families • two families traveling together • graduation gatherings • group getaways There is plenty of space to spread out, recharge, and feel at home. ⸻ Perfect for UF Events & Gainesville Visits The Pond House is especially loved by guests visiting for: 🎓 UF Graduations 🏈 Football weekends 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent & family visits 🎉 Celebrations and reunions Being just 2 miles from the University of Florida, you’re close to campus, restaurants, shopping, and local attractions — while still enjoying a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. ⸻ Thoughtful Amenities ✔ Large private pool ✔ Game room with pool table & Nintendo ✔ Fully equipped gourmet kitchen ✔ Spacious indoor & outdoor dining areas ✔ Fire pits for evening gatherings ✔ Fast Wi-Fi ✔ Parking for multiple vehicles ✔ 1-acre private setting with pond views Every detail is designed to make your stay comfortable, easy, and memorable. ⸻ The Experience More than just a place to stay, The Pond House is a place to: • reconnect • celebrate • relax • create lasting family memories Whether you’re cheering on a Gator, celebrating a milestone, or simply escaping for a peaceful getaway, this home offers the space and setting to make it special. Wildlife Notice – Natural Pond Area Our pond is part of Florida’s natural ecosystem and is occasionally visited by a small local alligator. He is not aggressive and usually stays in or near the water, but for everyone’s safety: • Do not feed the alligator • Do not approach or attempt to touch • Do not throw objects into the pond • No swimming or fishing in the pond • Please supervise children and pets at all times near the water During warmer months, he may rest on the edge of the pond to sunbathe. This is very common in Florida and completely safe as long as these simple rules are respected. We love our peaceful backyard and the wildlife that comes with it — thank you for helping us keep both guests and nature safe. This is a private, serene retreat intended for quiet enjoyment. Parties, events, and unregistered guests are not permitted ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near a river - Next to a golf course - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Living plant wall - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,000 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19484600/19484503/0dff4e4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville Gainesville - 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No parties or events. Driveway parking only. Thank you for helping us keep a peaceful, family-friendly retreat. Excessive noise or disturbances reported by neighbors or authorities may result in immediate termination of the stay without refund. The host reserves the right to address noise complaints promptly and take appropriate action, including contacting local authorities if necessary. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 4 total pets Note from host: The pet fee is $50 ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Small and quiet gatherings upon request only. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Small and quiet gatherings upon request only. Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 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 ## About the area Located in Sugarfoot, a neighbourhood in Gainesville, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Thomas Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and Haile Village Playground. Kayaking, water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Gainesville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gainesville.dx6048189) [View more Holiday homes in Gainesville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gainesville-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6048189-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.64716%2C-82.38730&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-BXvteUPjEmM196VYGUikof2mbs=) Gainesville, FL ### What's nearby - ![A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068631/dc0e407f-c712-4acf-b1ad-0c9896d42d64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Florida 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - ![At the Gators home opener with 90,000 of my closest friends. A football game at Florida Field is an incredible experience. Energy not to be missed. This is probably one of the greatest stadiums in college football. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048189/0860a82e-f9ae-44b6-ab17-236e4c4e269a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 10 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Regal Royal Park 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Regal Royal Park 5 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Shands at the University of Florida 12 min drive \- 3.3 miles ### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 8 min drive - Circle K 7 min drive - Mi Apá Latin Café 4 min drive - Las Carretas 20 min walk - Gator's Dockside 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10? ### Is 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10? ### What time is check-in at 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10? ### What time is check-out at 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10? ### Where is 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 42 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beauty B. 19 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was perfect- clean; great layout; and comfortable! ##### Beauty B. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter G. 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We stayed in the Pond House Friday and Saturday night for the FL/FSU game. We had three adult couples and two college students. The house was the perfect size for us, plenty of room. We grilled out Friday and Saturday night, grille was great, kitchen is excellent, fully equipped. Check in and check out was easy and communication with the host was seamless. Weather was cold so we used both the gas and the real wood firepits. Brought our own wood. Great backyard and pond. I highly recommend this house and would definitely come back again with my family. ##### Peter G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Diana S. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home The home was beautiful and the kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. We enjoyed the wildlife around the pond. ##### Diana S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan B. 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a wonderful stay here! The entire house was spotless, and you could tell the owners take great pride in keeping everything clean and comfortable. Each bathroom had thoughtful little touches like Q-tips, razor, toothbrush, ear plugs which made our stay more welcoming. Plenty of paper products were supplied throughout the house, too.The decor was beautiful. The layout was perfect for our family get-together, giving everyone space while feeling connected. We didn't get a chance to enjoy the pool this time, but we would absolutely love to come back and make use of it.The host was responsive and helpful from start to finish. Overall, an excellent stay. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Susan B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cedric W. 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property We were really impressed with the property. The layout was fantastic and had all of the amenities we desired. Definitely recommend it! ##### Cedric W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### fvhaven 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### very nice location and setting Two weeks, lots of room and well-appointed, generous basic supplies, loverly views and settings, splendid back yard, nice quiet neighborhood, everything worked well, very much enjoyed our stay. ##### fvhaven Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol E. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This vacation home is a winner! The home was spacious, comfortable and very clean. The kitchen and bathrooms were so thoughtfully stocked, as well as a game room and a pool table. The pool was a hit! It was in a good neighborhood. The host was great. I can't think of anything that was negative about it. All in all, the house was very inviting, and I would definitely book it again. ##### Carol E. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy T. 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place 10/10 We were here for my daughter’s graduation. This house surpassed our expectations. The beds were comfortable, the neighborhood was very peaceful and the kitchen was well stocked. The pool was relaxing. We don’t have the opportunity to be together often and this place just made it perfect. ##### Randy T. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly C. 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! We enjoyed our stay here and had everything we needed! It was clean and perfect for our extended family for a long weekend. The beds were comfy and we loved the pool table area and the pool!! Thank you! ##### Holly C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kerry b. 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem The pond house was very centrally located but tucked away on a side street. The house was very spacious and had several different areas to come together as a group or find a quiet place to relax. We also enjoyed the large back yard. ##### kerry b. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie T. 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super comfy Lots and lots of space! Beds were super comfy and everything was a quick drive! Very clean. Would stay here again! ##### Leslie T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie H. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pond house This house provided so much space for our family of teens and young adults to spread out or hang out together playing pool, swimming, eating, playing games. ##### Carrie H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon S. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family Thanksgiving We had a delightful time together at the pond house! Plenty of space for our family. Great kitchen for cooking a Thanksgiving meal for all of us. Peaceful surroundings by the pond and fun in the pool! ##### Shannon S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie R. 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We found this house to be AMAZING! Everything was just as described and all of the rooms are large. It is a very expansive home. Huge pool and game room area. Huge kitchen. Huge dining table (we played cards!).....huge driveway. All so tucked away in a cool, old Gainesville neighborhood. The pond was so pretty, and it even had a friendly small gator in it that would watch from a distance. We rode our bikes to the stadium for game day and thought it was an easy 2.5 mile ride. You won't be disappointed! ##### Laurie R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brigette M. 21 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Stay! This was a GREAT property. Everything was perfect. We loved the house itself. It was the cleanest of all VRBOs I have ever ver stayed in. The property was gorgeous and the hosts had it set up with everything we could possibly have needed. Our only issue was that we all wished we had planned on staying longer! ##### Brigette M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki D. 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing The pictures dont capture how perfect this house was for us and our whole family. Impeccably clean and comfortable. 5 stars all around! ##### Nikki D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fabulous house right around the corner from 34th St and University Ave., though you would think you're out in the country. The large backyard opens to large pond (hence the name). You can't even see the house next door, and you can barely see the one across the pond, so it very much feels like you have the entire pond to yourself. We saw numerous animals during our stay--a five foot alligator, deer, raccoons, armadillos, frogs, cranes, etc. The house is large, comfortable, and well-stocked. The pool has a lovely, enclosed, converted carport with plenty of sitting space, shade, and a pool table. Overall it was everything we could've hoped for and would love to stay again. ##### Michael B. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcy C. 3 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful The pond house is beautiful and clean inside and out! You can tell the host takes pride in her rental. We stayed to celebrate my daughters graduation and this home was perfect! It has a very large kitchen with plenty of seating and the outdoor area is amazing We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! ##### Marcy C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark b. 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellence Excellent response to questions. A very clean property with all immensity’s. ##### mark b. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel S. 17 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for graduation gathering House full of amenities: firepit, wood and starter logs included, smores sticks; coffee - keurig/pot/ expresso machines; tvs in all bedrooms (unfortunately not by pool, pool table); pool toys; pool table- loads of fun; even football to play by pool. Do be aware, gators are in the pond. Just do not feed them and understand they are active when its mating season. It was entertaining though. Highly recommend staying here. ##### Rachel S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine B. 11 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation It was wonderful. I’d highly recommend this property for any large family group The common spaces are large open and conducive to conversation. The bedrooms were far enough away that even those who wanted and early night were not disturbed. The backyard was perfect for wiffle ball, fishing and good fun! ##### Elaine B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel F. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family of nine Our annual family gathering was complete at the pond house! The space was perfect for the nine of us. The kitchen is stocked extremely well!! The bedrooms were cozy and quiet. The only recommendation I have for the home is to have a fan for the outside pool table area; as air movement would make this space more enjoyable with the Florida heat. ##### Rachel F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lourdes M. 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy WOW! Each of us LOVED everything about this gorgeous home! Overall, it was quite spacious, beautifully decorated, full of amenities & anything we could have needed! The 8 of us enjoyed ourselves immensely! This lovely, ample and peacefully situated home made our weekend extra special and enjoyable!! We’re already talking about planning a return trip! The hosts responsiveness to a couple questions we had was immediate, kind and super hospitable! The house was generously stocked with fabulous coffee and pantry supplies, ample bathroom/bedroom supplies including towels, pillows, toiletries, blankets, etc. So much room for everyone, with lots of comfortable gathering areas! The outdoor game/lounge area was a hit w/all of us. It was a great place to chill & talk. Although we didn’t use the pool since it was too chilly that weekend, it’s such a welcoming space. The backyard is beyond gorgeous! There is a lovely pond & we even met the resident mellow little gator we named Gary the gator. There’s a great outdoor fire pit area all surrounded by lush greenery and huge, majestic trees - just gorgeous! The back patio also has a large & useful gas grill that we enjoyed using. Check-in and check-out was seamless. I’d like to make special note of the kindness of our host/owners in accommodating a special request we had on our last day there. So, so grateful!!! THANK YOU for making our trip so special! We look forward to coming back soon. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/89efba20-ae22-4789-8a85-8fe44dfdf54e-1762193861081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lourdes M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane S. 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Reunion We found this home to be perfect for our family group. We had a reunion of ten adults and ten children (not all stayed overnight) and the accommodations worked great. There was plenty of room, and the kids could hang out and adults easily keep an eye on them while spending time together. They loved the pool even though the weather was a little cool. The older kids hung out in the "game room" and we all enjoyed the pool table. The kitchen and open concept living and dining areas were spacious and convenient. There is a large outdoor area with a firepit. The big plus for us is that the location is near our home in the center of Gainesville, close to UF and the stadium, shopping, etc. We will definitely consider this property again for hosting a large group. ##### Jane S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John R. 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded all our expectations!!! We recently stayed at The Pond House, and it exceeded all our expectations, earning a well-deserved 5-star rating! The outdoor space is a nature lover's dream! The screened porch offers breathtaking pond views and the chance to witness wildlife. The lush greenery provides both privacy and beauty. Also, it is in a great neighborhood with close proximity to the University of Florida. An ideal spot for both tranquility and accessibility. The master bedroom, with its pond views, is a luxurious retreat featuring a king bed, en-suite with a large shower, and a generous 65” TV. All bedrooms have queen beds, premium linens, and large TVs. The kitchen had all new appliances and was well stocked with everything you need. The coffee bar which included a Nespresso machine was a great bonus. The Pond House is designed for large groups, offering two living areas and two dining areas. The quality of the furniture in both areas was excellent. We can't wait to return! ##### John R. 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