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MEET YOUR HOSTC O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N :Phone: 352-519-3994Email: gainesvilleshortterm@gmail.comE M E R G E N C Y I N F O R M A T I O N :Hospital: Call 911Police: Call 911Welcome to Gainesville!I'm Susannah, and I'm your host. I've hosted short-term rental properties for12+ years and my goal is for your to have the best stay possible. I have livedin Gainesville for 20 years and love to share its highlights. Please reach outanytime if you have questions or need recommendations.You are in a great central location in Gainesville. Close to UF campus,Shands, North Florida Regional Hospital, Butler Plaza, Downtown Gainesville,and more!Enjoy your stay, and please reach out anytime!Susannah Peddie

ABOUTTHEHOUSEDesigned for comfort and style. The owners of the home are Gator fans and love coming toGainesville. They prepared the home to maximize comfort, style,and fun. Bring family and friends (and pets)- there is plenty ofroom for all! Fun fact- this historic, iconic house was once thehome of Tom Petty when he was in the band, Mudcrutch. Withits orange and blue shutters, this home is seen by almosteveryone driving around Gainesville. The location can't be beat- located across from UF and ShandsHospital, across the street from the Hawthorne Trail, and closeto the UF Football Stadium (The Swamp).

CHECK OUTCHECK IN Check-out is anytime before 11:00 AM onyour departure day.Check In Time: 4:00 PM The door code will be send with yourcheck-in information. Please arrive at your convenienceanytime after 4:00. We have self check-infor your convenience.Check Out Time: 11:00 AM The door code will be sent with your check-in information.

WIFINETWORKGator HousePASSWORDKovach25

NO SMOKINGThis home is nonsmoking.PETSWell-behaved pets are welcomeOCCUPANCYOccupancy is up to 12 (all beds plus a queen air mattress).PARTIES Please no night parties (daylight tailgates are totally fine).Please be respectful of the house and neighbors.213HOUSE RULES4The beautiful historic ThomasCenter in downtown Gainesville.

AMENITIESWe provide a variety of household amenities items for you to use duringyour stay. Please let us know if you need additional items or assistancelocating these items. Air conditioningWIFITVWasher & dryerRefrigeratorDishwasherPots and PansDishes & CupsHair dryerBath towelsStarter Shampoo & conditionerStarter Body washLake Alice at sunset.

TRANSPORTATIONUBER / LYFT / TAXIGainesville has Uber and Lyft. It also has taxi companies, butUber and Lyft are more user-friendly.BUSBus transportation is available: https://go-rts.com/CARA car is recommended for your stay at the house.Morningside Nature Center:It features a living history farm meant tosimulate a North Florida family homesteadfrom the mid to late 1800s.

PAYNES PRAIRIEVisit Paynes Prairie from multipledifferent park entrances. La Chua Trailis one options. Paynes Prairie StatePark in Micanopy is another entrypoint. It's beautiful!SWEETWATER WETLANDS PARKKANAPAHA BOTANICAL GARDENSDEPOT PARKA bird-lovers' paradise! 3 miles oftrails with year-round birds as well asmigratory birds. You'll also mostlikely see many of the Alma-Mater-Gators!Kanapaha Botanical Gardens(Gainesville, Florida) is a 68 acre nonprofit facility comprised of 24 majorcollections visually accessible from a 1½ mile paved walkway.This enviable city green space now boastsfields of indigenous and wild flowers andseveral recreational facilities for families toenjoy. Children can spend many summerhours enjoying the children’s play areawhich encompasses the Blue Grotto splashpad and fun waterfalls. OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS

INDOOR ATTRACTIONSTHE HARN MUSEUM OF ARTThe Harn Museum of Art’s mission isto inspire, educate and enrichpeople’s lives through art.MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYThe Florida Museum of NaturalHistory strives to fulfill its mission ofunderstanding, preserving andinterpreting Florida's biologicaldiversity and cultural heritage. Wedepend on people like you to helpus realize this mission.THE CADE MUSEUMThe Cade Museum for Creativity andInvention is a museum inGainesville, Florida that has amission “to transform communitiesby inspiring and equipping futureinventors, entrepreneurs, andvisionaries.”UF PERFORMING ARTSThe Phillips Center is a versatilevenue that does it all. On any givennight you can see a Broadway show,music ensembles, or a public figuretelling their life’s story.

EMBERS WOOD GRILLMark’s Prime Steakhouse serves thefinest beef, the freshest seafood,premium wines and naturally freshvegetables.MARK'S PRIMEHigh-end chophouse serves surf 'n'turf & a broad wine list with a fullbar & outdoor seating.DRAGONFLY SUSHIA sophisticated twist on Japanese tapas-style dining; Izakaya. Serving sushi,sashimi & robatayaki, with a full sakébar & relaxed lounge atmosphere.COVEY KITCHENCovey Kitchen and Cocktails offers astellar menu crafted by Chef CharlieKeller with a focus on Americancuisine with global influences.BEST RESTAURANTS

MADRINA'SMadrina’s in Gainesville is the mostpopular bar with its Cuban-Americanflare. It serves unique cocktails inspiredby the Cantinero tradition of Cuba.THE BULLThe Bull is an excellent spot to unwindand relax after a long day at work or astressful week because of its mellow,peaceful, and relaxing ambiance. It’s theTRUE Florida Hipster spot!VISORS ROOFTOPOverlooking the Celebration PointePromenade and outdoor entertainmentvenue, Visors Rooftop is perfect for fansof great food, great drinks and greatweather. Visors not required. High spiritsare highly encouraged.SUPERETTE WINE + PROVISIONSSuperette is a market, deli, and winebottle shop dedicated to bringingelevated hospitality and imported goodsto Gainesville, FL.BEST BARS & WINERIES

FUN ADVENTURESICHETUCKNEE SPRINGSSTATE PARKTraveling the pristine waters of theIchetucknee River is the perfect outing,whether you’re looking for a vigorousadventure or a relaxing day on thewater.SANTA FE RIVERBring your own kayak, SUP, inner tubeor canoe to the High Springs Boat Rampwhere you can drop in and float downthe Santa Fe River. Or rent fromAdventure Outpost.GAINESVILLE-HAWTHORNESTATE TRAILSAN FELASCO STATE PARKOutstanding birding opportunities, thearea's best off-road biking, stunningscenery and a rich historic past are onlya few of the preserve's highlights. Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trailstretches 16 miles from the city ofGainesville's Boulware Springs Parkthrough the Paynes Prairie PreserveState Park and other local and stateconservation lands.

FOR KIDSCARSON SPRINGS WILDLIFECONSERVATIONSANTA FE COLLEGE ZOOUNIVERSITY OF FLORIDABAT HOUSESPINSPIRATIONCrafting Studio - Projects, family fun,parties, paint and sip, corporateevents and more. Visit our SplatterRoom and create a messymasterpiece.Book a tour to visit with and learnabout the 25 species of exoticanimals that live at this conservationfacility.The zoo showcases a diversecollection that contains both nativeand exotic species for everyone toenjoy. See the world’s largest occupied bathouses right on the University ofFlorida campus, across from LakeAlice. Watch them emerge on warmevenings, just after sunset.

Linens: Linens can be left on the bed and wettowels can be hung in the bathroom.Kitchen: Please either leave clean dishes in the dishrack, or dirty soaking in the sink (or you can startthe dishwasher as well)Door: Please lock the door behind you and put thekey back into the lockbox (and scramble thecombination).Travel safely to your next destination and book atrip to come back soon!AC/ Heat: In the winter, please put the heat settingto 68 degrees and in the summer, please put thecool setting to 78 degrees.BEFORE YOU GO

My 13 year old son and I, along with some other dads and sons, stayed at the Gator Housefor a long weekend to catch a football game. Being a UF Alumni for over 30 years I visitoften and stay in hotels. That has changed forever! The house was fully renovated, beautifully appointed and comfortably slept 12 people. Butmore importantly. It really is an iconic house with the orange and blue shutters thateveryone recognizes. We had a 6 hour tailgate on the front lawn directly on 13th St. acrossfrom the hospital and campus. I can't tell you how many people stopped by to say hello andtalked about their memories of the house from their days in college. I shared many of mine.The common theme was the legend of the house being the home of Tom Petty. Something Ilearned 30+ years ago in my days at UF. Staying at the Gator House really brings you backhome to the days of old. -Chris"Iconic Stay!Susannah was, by leaps and bounds, the best Airbnb host I have ever had. Greatcommunication, flexible/accommodating, and went above and beyond to ensure wehad a perfect (not even just 'great') experience.The house itself is perfect for a large group-- plenty of space, and an excellentlocation. Huge yard and outdoor area for BBQs, tailgate, etc. True steal for the value.Will stay here every time I come to Gville for a football game. 10/10! 5 stars all theway!- Manny"HIGHLY RECOMMEND"

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