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Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF

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Exterior
Foyer looking through from the front door.
Formal living room immediately to the right of the foyer.
Floor to ceiling windows in the formal living room.
Luxury entertainment area off the open floor plan near the dining area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

4th Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Corner bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Office 1

2 Single Beds

Second Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Second Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF

"Hidden Lake" is gated and secluded on 11 acres, IN town and close to the University of Florida with an extra large master suite with whirlpool tub, fireplace, and walk in closet and expansive views of a private lake.
A second en'suite and two additional rooms accommodates up to 10 guests.
Optional guest house that sleeps 4 more can be arranged and just a 200 feet from the main home.
Be our guest and enjoy the seclusion and the feel of living in the woods, yet only minutes from UF!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 31
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
As a courtesy, strip bed linens and pile with towels by laundry. Don’t remove mattress protectors.
We hope you enjoyed your stay!
Hopefully we’ve earned a stellar review.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The indoor fireplace is not available at this time. For your convenience, a gas fire-pit is available and is operated via a timer on the nearby post.
Under no circumstances are any of the TVs to be taken off the wall/mount. Charges will be incurred!
No fireworks - Gainesville rule.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1916366vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Royal Park and Regal Royal Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • Regal Royal Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Oaks Mall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Regal Royal Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sante Fe College - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • University of Florida - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Lake Sprawling Home on Private Lake with optional Guest House close to UF located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Regal Royal Park and Oaks Mall. University of Florida is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone enjoyed the stay . Will recommend this house very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive. The house needs a little tic abd there were a few cleaning concerns, but it had sufficient space for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for large family fun

Ideal property for large family gatherings. The room sizes are spacious and include everything needed in each room. The pool is perfect for summer fun with a very nice kiddo pool. Excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cedric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great place, perfect for our needs. Definitely would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Javier (host) was an excellent communicator. We had a great stay. The common area in the home is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gator graduation

Stayed with several family members for graduation. Kitchen had everything you could need and main living space was great for gatherings
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home

Wonderful place for us to stay and relax while in town for a family wedding. Close to everything and really appreciated the house’s amenities! Wonderful owner who communicated clearly and frequently
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

The property is spacious, provides the comforts of home and located on a lot that is best described as a sanctuary. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

Highly recommended. Special place, wonderful customer service. I’ll go back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House to host large groups

Big open house. Great for family gatherings. Close to university in a very quiet and secluded neighborhood. Host is very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

Loved everything about the house. House was clean, spacious, and wonderful. However, the yard could have been mowed, pressure was the house, the pool deck needs a lot of work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kattie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GRADUATION CEREMONY

Thank you for a beautiful home for my family to stay in during my daughter's University of Florida graduation ceremony.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of our favorite rentals!

We love staying at this house. The owner is very responsive and the house is always set up to great standards. There is plenty of room for a large family. This property does not disappoint from the sprawling kitchen, to the comfy living room, and great pool and deck! We will continue to book here for many more trips to Gainesville.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow, this is the place.

This place is a real gem. Spacious and open, bright but private.. beautiful. In the morning the hummingbirds were all over and the deer and bunnies, hawks and birds made it feel like an oasis. It was a perfect stay. The yard and pool make for great relaxing or playing outside.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host and place

Everything accommodated our travel softball team and parents. Great location and amenities. The Host Javier was super supportive of our request and needs and even offered us a late checkout to allow us to play our games without the worry of rushing our checkout. Would definitely use his property again when we come back in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spacious house for a big family

We had a great stay at this awesome house. The kitchen is perfect to cook in for a large family. There were plenty of rooms for everyone to spread out. The back deck, pool, grill, and patio is wonderful! We spent a lot of time relaxing by the fire pit, taking dips in the pool, and enjoying the use of the grill. Quiet property, host is very nice as well. We will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sage P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental experience!

Overall just a good experience at a wonderful property. The pool is great, and the pond is beautiful. At night it is so full of frogs singing and you can see the stars. The house is large and comfortable. A small issue with the door code upon check-in, but Javier quickly responded and resolved the problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JO LYNN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Location!

This property is a peaceful retreat in the heart of Gainesville. It’s feels like you’re miles away from the city, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Within minutes you will find all the amenities Gainesville has to offer, grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, and of course the University of Florida. The house accommodated our family of twelve very well. There’s plenty of room inside and out for all to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very responsive and accommodating

Javier was absolutely awesome with communication. Also so accommodating. We had a fantastic weekend with friends and family. The house was very clean and we loved all of the Gator memorabilia and decorations. Would most certainly stay here again!! Javier, thanks for the memories and all of your assistance!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion of friends and UF Graduation - MS Microbiology

We had a great time at the Hidden Lake property. It was perfect for our relatively large group, and the flow of the kitchen, dining area and living room was great, with the bedrooms offering privacy off the main flow. It was a beautiful location, only wish we had better weather to enjoy the outdoor areas more (quite the rainy weekend (& of course, no fault of the owner!). Despite the weather, the house is open and spacious and we had no complaints. Conveniently located close to UF campus, with plenty of nearby shopping for everything we needed. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

The 4th of July Party House

We LOVED the size and convenience of the house. It was nice and large with plenty of space to sit, sleep, and play. We enjoyed the peddle boat and brought the kid's kayaks too. The pool and the game room in the garage were also a big hit. The baby shallow pool was a nice spot for littles and parents too. We appreciated the 2 refrigerators!!! They were very much needed. We had a few things come up and the host responded very quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We traveled to Gainesville for my son’s wedding. My family and came from different states and stayed in this home. The home was spacious and just a beautiful home. We loved spending time by the fire pit in the evenings, having dinner together. The home is closed to several restaurants and grocery stores. Very very convenient location. We had a great time and enjoyed our stay very much. I had to reach out to Javier a couple of times, and he responded right away, he’s very friendly and he ensured we had everything we needed. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

No pool usage!!!!😡😡😡

We come to Florida every March, we are from Wisconsin, so we always book a house with a pool, we love to swim, the pool was not filtering, we told the owner, they did send someone out three times, but it was never fixed,to say it ruined our vacation is an understatement, the house and everything else was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Silvia T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beware the property is not in the condition you see in the pictures.The pictures are old. The property is not well maintained. We had several dead and live cockroaches in the bedrooms and 1 found in the bed sheets. The towels and blankets were dirty. The carpet is heavily stained.The wood floor in the kitchen has water damage and is warped and peeling.The pool deck needs an update.The Carriage house for extra guests was full of roaches. A soiled rug was in the shower with a dehumidifier running. The host forgot to give us the access code to the Carriage house so we didnt have enought room for our guests. The host didnt respond until the next morning. We had to stay the night because it was graduation weekend and no hotel rooms were available. I was able to find rooms the next night and we left. I should have asked for a full refund but to be fair I asked for partial and still feel I overpaid. I would not recommend staying here.
Dead roaches in the bedroom closet
Dead roaches in the Carriage house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worked well for our group

Positives: Once we settled in this property worked for our large group. The kitchen bar and stools and the grand table were perfect for eating and playing games. The TV area and comfy couches were also a plus. Plenty of beds, bedding, towels, etc. We used the large grill several nights and it worked well. Was too cold to swim, but the outdoor area/furniture was great as well. The property owner/manager was kind and responsive when I called. Negatives: Heating in one of the master bedrooms was an issue the first 2 nights but it was resolved. There was lots of opened food in the pantry and fridges when we got there and a dog bowl full of water and dog hair in the garage. The gate entrance was broken and wide open when we arrived and it kind of gave a run down vibe to the property. We didn't use the paddle boat because we knew we wouldn't be able to put it back the way we found it. The check out instructions via email were different than the ones listed in the VRBO app.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Javier Garrido

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I am a professional Vacation Rental property manager and this is our personal home where both of our kids were born. During the pandemic, our kids fell in love with the home and we decided what better way to share it with others than to make it a luxury vacation rental. We aim to provide you with the highest level of professional service expected at any 5 star resort, only better and private!
We encourage constructive criticism and any ideas you may have to make Hidden Lake Vacation Club the best it can be and we plan to make improvements over time for guests to enjoy year over year.

Why they chose this property

Hidden Lake Vacation Club is a one of kind estate located on a private, "hidden" lake that is IN town and close to everything Gainesville has to offer. Comparable properties of this size and seclusion are located far from the center of town and the University of Florida. We believe Hidden Lake will provide you with a very unique experience, especially for "Hogtown"!

What makes this property unique

Sprawling home on 11 acres and a private lake makes Hidden Lake Vacation Club one of a kind!

Languages:

Spanish

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