Romantic Barn Retreat - 7 Private Acres Near Gainesville, Firepit & Springs | House in Alachua

10.0 (7 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Alachua House | Romantic Barn Retreat - 7 Private Acres Near Gainesville, Firepit & Springs

2 Bedroom House in Alachua

Escape to The Barn at Whispering Grove, a peaceful retreat nestled on 7 private acres near Gainesville, Florida. Perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers, this cozy two-bedroom barn features a warm living area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a full-size fridge and microwave, Wi-Fi, and free streaming on Netflix and Prime Video.
Step outside to enjoy the garden patio, BBQ grill, and firepit for unforgettable evenings under the stars. Two loft bedrooms offer a queen bed and two twin beds (note: loft ceilings are 40 inches high—cozy for sleeping, but not full standing height).
Located just 20 minutes from Poe and Blue Springs, the ISKCON Temple, and the University of Florida—with nearby trails, dining, and charming shops—this serene escape is the perfect blend of comfort and nature.

Romantic Barn Retreat - 7 Private Acres Near Gainesville, Firepit & Springs is located in Alachua. Romantic Barn Retreat - 7 Private Acres Near Gainesville, Firepit & Springs provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Parking, TV, among other amenities. This House features Kitchen, Parking, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Romantic Barn Retreat - 7 Private Acres Near Gainesville, Firepit & Springs has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alachua has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Alachua, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Eco Friendly
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 432 sq ft (40 sq m)
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Maltee J.
Aug 30, 2025 11:27:24 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Awesome place for peace and quiet. A great little getaway for couples and family. The hosts Peter and Diana are amazingly attentive. The best hosts by far and I've stayed at many rentals. We look forward to coming back if they will have us. God bless.
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