"Couldn’t ask for a better location. Close to everything! We will stay here again, for sure!" -Steven "This was a great house for a family to stay in while in Gainesville. Loved the Gators decor! It had everything we needed for a weekend stay. The host, Maria, was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again!" -Joanne You can't beat the location of this home! The Gator Grande is approximately 2 miles from the University of Florida campus making this the perfect stay for game day, graduation, and all campus related activities. This newly renovated home was beautifully designed with comfort, convenience, and celebration in mind! Fully equipped with: -Smart TVs -Premium mattresses, linens and towels -High speed WIFI -Outdoor fire pit & grill -Indoor wet bar and entertainment area This place is made for your perfect stay! Enjoy the local scene of breweries, restaurants, shops, Gainesville’s premier gym, or venture to local attractions like the Hippodrome Theatre, Paynes Prairie National Park, or Ginnie Springs! THE BACKYARD We spared no expense to make this outdoor living space fun and relaxing. The backyard includes a patio with a brand new grill perfect for making a meal to be enjoyed with family and friends! Outdoor dinnerware and glassware are provided. After dinner, enjoy a glass of wine fireside around the fire pit under the string lights. Fire wood is provided as well. "The fire circle was a great spot to hang out." -Lisa ENTERTAINMENT We are sure the entertainment room will be your favorite spot to spend time with your group – Enjoy the wet bar with fully stocked glassware, ice maker, the hook and ring toss and basketball wall games, and board games. Take advantage of the great photo opportunities on our Swamp wall! There is a 75" television in the living room. There are also TVs in each of the 4 bedrooms. Enjoy streaming the game or feel free to log into your favorite video watching platform; Hulu, Netflix, Prime TV, and more. The house is equipped with High Speed Internet. "The house is designed so nicely with so much opportunity for fun. We loved the games in the bar room." -Jared ESSENTIAL AMENITIES PROVIDED At The Gator Grande we provide every guest essential amenities throughout your stay, such as: -Shampoo, conditioner, & body wash -Hair dryer, -Iron -Toilet paper -Paper towels -Dishwasher pods -Laundry detergent -All kitchen gadgets & utensils -Bakeware -Blender -Toaster oven -Cooking spices -Large coffee maker, Keurig, and French Press with an assortment of coffee and hot chocolate provided. -Tea kettle with an assortment of teas. -Plus complimentary snacks! :) SLEEP COMFORT AND TOWELS "The beds were extremely comfortable." There are TWO primary bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. All mattresses are brand new GoldiLux mattresses with cooling technology. Our guests get wonderful nights of sleep. So much so that we often get requests on where they can get one for themselves! All mattresses and pillows are hypoallergenic and protected. Cooling bamboo sheets are fitted to every bed and a cozy comforter layer is provided for extra warmth if needed. There are a variety of pillows to choose from ensuring you get the best sleep possible while on vacation. Each bedroom also has a ceiling fan for extra air circulation. Enjoy the provided robes for each guest! Cleanliness is of the utmost importance to us. The house is cleaned and sanitized prior to every stay. "The house was amazing, very clean & spacious." -Michasl All bedrooms come with enough bath, hand and wash towels to accommodate the number of guests. Additional makeup removing washcloths and hand towels are in the bathrooms. Please do not use the white towels for makeup removal as most makeup stains. FREE PARKING The driveway is available for guests and is large enough for 4 vehicles. WHILE YOU’RE HERE! Students, Sports Fans, and Families - 2 miles to the University of Florida and Stadium where you can take a self guided tour of campus and/or catch the game (Go Gators!) or one of the many other stadium events. Also just 3.5 miles to UF Health Shands Hospital. Foodies – 2.7 miles to the local favorite One Love Café where you can enjoy American cuisine and live music, 5.5 miles to Dragonfly- the most popular sushi spot, and minutes from Gainesville’s best American, Seafood, Steak, and Pizza restaurants along with the most well-known Coffee shops and Dessert spots. Lots more great spots provided in your welcome guide! Or just ask! We have lots of recommendations! Night Owls- 4.8 miles to Celebration Pointe- North Central Florida’s premier destination to eat, shop, and play! Breweries as close as 3 miles away. 5 miles to downtown Gainesville where there’s no shortage of restaurants and bars. Shoppers- 1.1 miles to the Oaks Mall- Gainesville’s only mall, 3.9 miles to the enjoyable shops & restaurants on Archer Road. Health Nuts- 0.5 miles to Gainesville’s Premier Gym- Gainesville Health & Fitness, 3.7 miles to Whole Foods, 4.1 miles to Trader Joe’s, and of course a close-by Publix! Adventurers- 24 minutes to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park where you can enjoy the trails and wildlife viewings. 36 minutes to Ginnie Springs where you can explore via kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. Just over an hour away is Crystal River where you can explore the lakes and rivers, dive in for delicious scallops, hike through unspoiled forests, and swim with the adorable manatees! Travelers- 23 minutes to the Gainesville Airport. Lots of opportunities for getting around including driving, public transportation, scooter rentals, Uber/Lyft. GUEST ACCESS: You will have access to the entire home during your stay. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: EARLY/LATE CHECK-IN Guests should know that we can sometimes accommodate early check-in times or later check-out times. Please message via the messaging system to inquire further. We do ask for a $50 service fee for adjusting the check-in or check-out time. SECURITY CAMERA There is an Arlo security camera outside on the front porch, facing the front door and driveway. PETS As much as we love furry friends, this home is not pet friendly.