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Moondrift Guesthouse - Secluded and Relaxing

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Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV
Interior
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alachua, FL
  • Alachua Sports Complex
    12 min drive
  • San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park
    13 min drive
  • University of Florida
    29 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    33 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Moondrift Guesthouse - Secluded and Relaxing

On 5 beautiful country acres, our guesthouse is perfect for peaceful relaxation. Grab a cup of coffee and head to the patio to catch up on that book you have been meaning to get too, or take a dip in the hot tub to give your aching muscles a rest. In the evening, cozy up outside and catch the breathtaking views of the moon and stars. After a memory-filled evening, snuggle up in our cozy bed and stream your favorites on the Smart TV! Great space for those looking to re-connect with nature.
Guest access
Please note: The main home on the property is not for guest access. This listing is for the guesthouse only. Guesthouse is on 5 acres and is separated from the owner-occupied main residence by a covered area where you can relax to enjoy views of the farm.

The back deck and hot tub are attached to the main home, but guests are welcome to use both during their stay.

We look forward to hosting you at our farm and
ask all our guests to confirm they are good with dogs since they roam freely on the farm.

Guests staying 7 days or longer are welcome to use our propane grill located on the patio of the owner's home. Grill tools are located under the grill cover. Please remember to clean the grill when finished cooking and turn off propane tank.

Guests are also welcome to use the hammock! Get cozy and enjoy an afternoon nap in the FL sun!

FREE uncovered driveway parking next to Guesthouse (3 spaces) - Covered Parking available upon request.
Cozy, clean, and all on one level, one bedroom apartment with private driveway in safe countryside. Quiet, picturesque country setting yet still not far from town of Alachua (grocery stores within 10 minutes); Gainesville only 20-30 minutes away. Many attractions. Within only few hours to Jacksonville or Orlando. Ocala within an hour.
Ginnie Springs – 15 miles
Poe Springs Park – 12 miles
River Rise Preserve State Park – 8.8 miles
San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park – 7.4 miles
Gainesville – 16 miles (20-30 minutes)
Airport at Gainesville – 16 miles
Temple of the Universe – 3.4 miles
Gilchrist blue Springs State Park – 14 miles
University of Florida – 16 miles
Golf courses – 6.8 to 15 miles

Additional rules
- Please be mindful of noise and be respectful to our neighbors. There is a 10pm noise curfew in the neighborhood. Neighbors may call local law enforcement if noise levels are excessive after hours. - Smoking of any kind is not permitted inside or outside of the home. Smoking will result in a $1,000 fee. - Unauthorized pets will result in a $500 fee per pet. - Unauthorized guests will result in a $500 fee per guest per night. - We do not permit parties or gatherings at the home. Parties and gatherings will result in a $2,000 fee in addition to the unauthorized guest fees and an immediate cancellation of your reservation with escort off of the property by law enforcement.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Mill Creek Preserve. A spa tub is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio, and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 7 minutes by car from Mill Creek Preserve and 9 minutes from Reverend Gerald Criswell Park
This cottage offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Alachua cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Lisa McConnell-Joy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Moondrift Guesthouse - Secluded and Relaxing Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat from the storm
We evacuated from hurricane Milton to this peaceful retreat. Our host was the best and we loved visiting with the two pups, Bella & Zoey, every day. The property is a short drive from historical downtown Alachua, which is very quaint and fun to explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for healing!
Booked the property for my dad who was in a bad car accident. He is local but had a lot of family staying at his house including 6 kids & needed a quiet place to rest and recover. The Moondrift Guesthouse was PERFECT!! The owners, Lisa & Joy are so warm an inviting! I’m so glad we live locally and will be able to keep in touch! My dad needed to heal in many ways, his time here helped get that process started. He was able to rest and relax, enjoy the peace and quiet of the country, enjoy the warmth and compassion of the hosts. It was easy access, secure drive, safe area. The home was clean and had all of the basic necessities! Would highly, HIGHLY recommend for anyone seeking a quiet place to rest and relax!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good experience
Just like the property said. Very nice location as we were there for NHRA racing. Easy check in/out, very clean house. Lisa and pups were very friendly and enjoyed the time that we had to visit a little. More enjoyable than a hotel, would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone traveling in that area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Great place to stay while we were traveling much better than a hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy Ruben B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away to freshwater Florida.
We stayed here for the springs in the area. It is nicely off the beaten path, but fun and food are close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023