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2648 NW 42nd Pl · 3BR Game-Room Oasis near UF & Downtown Gainesville

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Beautiful and comfortable space to hang with family!
Sit back and have a great bite to eat at our kitchen island!
Have some fun and play cards, foosball or air hockey for a fun afternoon!
Comfortable king bed to have the best nights' rest!
Welcome to your Home Away from Home!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Gainesville, FL
  • Place, Possum Creek Dog Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

2648 NW 42nd Pl · 3BR Game-Room Oasis near UF & Downtown Gainesville

Summary:

Game-night thrills, backyard campfires, and 10 minutes to UF—welcome to your Gainesville escape.

⭐Superhost-run, Guest-Favorite home with a 5-star rating from 70+ stays

🛏️3 bedrooms / 3 beds (1 King, 2 Queens) + optional queen air mattress & futon

🎮Private game room with foosball, air hockey, cards, and board games

🔥Huge fenced yard: fire pit, BBQ grill, dining patio, and lawn for play

📍Central to everything—10 minutes to the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, and downtown restaurants



The Space:

INSIDE THE HOME

Single-level layout makes it easy for every age. The open living area flows from a fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, coffee maker, wine glasses, cooking basics) to a comfy lounge with smart TV and dedicated workspace.



BED & BATH SET-UP

• Bedroom 1: King bed, dresser, blackout shades

• Bedroom 2: Queen bed, closet

• Bedroom 3: Queen bed, closet

• 2 full bathrooms: plush towels, bathtub + hot shower

• Extras: queen air mattress, living-room futon, pack ’n play crib, high chair, extra pillows & blankets



OUTDOOR OASIS

Step through the private entrance to a sprawling backyard. Light the fire pit for s’mores, fire up the BBQ, then gather at the patio table under the string lights. Kids (and adults) can burn off energy on the lawn while dinner sizzles.



CONNECTED & CONVENIENT

Fast Wi-Fi, central A/C & heating, washer/dryer, free driveway + street parking. Long-term stays welcome.



MINUTES AWAY

• UF & Ben Hill Griffin Stadium – 9 min

• Downtown restaurants & breweries – 10 min

• Publix & Walmart – 10–12 min

• Devil’s Millhopper & Possum Creek Parks – 5 min

• Flying Biscuit Café, One Love Café, Orangetheory Fitness – 5–9 min



PEACE-OF-MIND

As seasoned Superhosts, we respond quickly and keep the home spotless. Self-check-in with secure smart lock. Local tips provided in the digital guidebook.



READY TO RELAX & PLAY?

Dates fill quickly—tap “Reserve” to secure your modern retreat in the heart of Gainesville.



Guest Access:

You will have access to the entire property.



The Neighborhood:

Conveniently located:



9-minute drive to UF

10-minute drive to downtown

12-minute drive to Publix Supermarket

9-minute drive to Walmart

5-minute drive to Devil's Millhopper State Park

5-minute drive to Possum Creek Park (featuring an outdoor skatepark)

5-minute drive to Flying Biscuit Cafe (a fantastic breakfast spot)

4-minute drive to One Love Cafe (offering outdoor lunch options)

10-minute drive to Nopal by Cintron (for an enjoyable dinner)

9-minute drive to Orangetheory Fitness

9-minute drive to Bagel Bakery

8-minute drive to Book Gallery West



Other Things to Note:

- The city is able to empty the garbage and recycling bins on Thursday mornings. Please take the black garbage bin and recycling bins (they should be located outside of the garage to the left or behind the fence gate, if they have not already been brought to the street), please bring the garbage and recycling bins to the street touching the curb anytime on Wednesday evening so they can be emptied early Thursday morning.



Interaction with Guests:

Welcome to your home away from home! I am available for any questions or feedback you may have. Please contact me through the App and I will do all I can to best assist you! I am here to make sure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable!

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About the area

Gainesville

Springtree, a neighbourhood in Gainesville, is home to this holiday home. Westside Park Tennis Center and Regal Royal Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park and University of Florida Bat Houses. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.
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Gainesville, FL

What's nearby

  • Possum Creek Dog Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Westside Park Tennis Center - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • University of Florida - 14 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Perfect for what we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Such a pleasure to host you and hope to have you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was decorated so beautifully and was very comfortable. Kitchen ,laundry and bathrooms were well stocked. It made for a wonderful stay. The house was very clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2026
Such a pleasure to have you and hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and nicely decorated. Quiet neighborhood. Kitchen well stocked with necessities. Very comfortable bed. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2026
Thank you for being a wonderful and respectful guest. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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

Bev

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2024
Pleasure to host you, hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was clean and property was exactly as appeared online. Location was great and host was on top of everything. Excellent communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Such a pleasure to host you and hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Excellent!

I’ve stayed in many properties in Gainesville, and this is a standout. Impeccably clean, beautiful decor, and practical items to help us enjoy our visit. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2024
Thank you so much and hope to have you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

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

Clean House and Queot Neighborhood

The house was clean and the neighborhood was quiet. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2024
Hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay when visiting Gainesville. House was clean. Host checked in several times to be sure everything was ok. We held our Thanksgiving dinner at this house. The house was wonderful and met our needs. My son enjoyed the gameroom in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Such a pleasure to host you and hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

UF - Basketball weekend

Nice, clean and spacious house in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
Thanks for being a great guest. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

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

2nd Time Here - Clean and Queit

2nd time staying at this location. Very clean and quiet. How is friendly and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
So glad to have you back, cannot wait to host you again!
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