Title: Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=118096919&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games ## Photo gallery for Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games ![Exterior - Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118100000/118097000/118096919/92d4949b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets - Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118100000/118097000/118096919/09a0b69f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118100000/118097000/118096919/35f13aa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118100000/118097000/118096919/4f44001a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118100000/118097000/118096919/a8f7ffe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom890 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill £154 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games Discover the ultimate getaway at The Gainesville Playbook, a cozy condo nestled in Gainesville. This pet-friendly haven features 2 bedrooms, a vast yard with BBQ, and games to delight everyone. Enjoy modern comforts like WiFi, air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. Ideal for families and friends, including their four-legged members, seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure. Experience a stay filled with joy and convenience, close to all Gainesville has to offer. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 890 square feet ## Similar properties ![Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area | 75-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119220000/119219400/119219366/2c36889c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer Gainesville - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=119219366&PinnedHotelID=119219366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119020000/119018000/119017909/310f29b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 Mi to UF: Modern Gainesville Townhome w/ Balcony Gainesville - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=119017909&PinnedHotelID=119017909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98550000/98549900/98549817/6285009b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Mi to UF: Townhome w/ Patio in Gainesville! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 754716 ## About the area Gainesville is home to this apartment. Regal Butler Town Center and Regal Celebration Pointe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore University of Florida Bat Houses and Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. [Visit our Gainesville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gainesville.dx6048189) [View more Apartments in Gainesville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gainesville-Apartments.d6048189-aaApartments.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%7C29.61449%2C-82.36574&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZJnTU6QtRAxOBJujYF_gV2f7v4U=) 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 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - ![The Florida Museum of Natural History has an amazing osteological and fossil collection ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048189/ed855e6d-8b39-409c-a1b1-ad907114ab81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cultural Plaza 5 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Meridian Acute Care 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Regal Butler Town Center 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Curtis M. Phillips Center 6 min drive \- 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Spark at Embers 17 min walk - Circle K 16 min walk - Dutch Bros Coffee 4 min drive - McDonald's 4 min drive - Circle K 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games? ### How much is parking at Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games? ### What time is check-in at Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games? ### What time is check-out at Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games? ### Where is Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ultimate Getaway: Yard, BBQ & Games Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 2 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey M. 29 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Convenient location, particularly if going to a UF game. Clean and comfortable. Enjoyed having a fenced in backyard. Would definitely stay again. Host reached multiple times. Would stay again. ##### Jeffrey M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita S. 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy People mgmt very helpful - shower door and slider door didn’t work well - but place served its purpose ##### Anita S. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication The location was decent (if you don’t mind driving 15 mins to campus) and it was clean, but it was old and not well maintained. The shower door was broken and the yard was very overgrown. The neighborhood was not the greatest and the layout was very awkward. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine L. 29 Oct 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Trash outside upon arrival. ##### Christine L. 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