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Alfredo
7 Mar 2025
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Alfredo
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The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking
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Centrally located, The Port offers a modern retreat with natural sunlight pouring onto your private patio. Cook up a storm in the open kitchen and enjoy being just steps from UF campus, Ben Griffin Stadium, and local restaurants.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$1,825
AU$1,825
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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About this property
The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking
The Property:
Centrally located home with modern amenities. Originally a 1930s carport, The Port became an apartment in the 80s. Enjoy natural sunlight on your private patio or cook in the open kitchen.
Free onsite parking lets you walk to UF campus, Ben Griffin Stadium, and local restaurants and bars.
The Location:
This place is perfectly situated at the heart of everything that matters to you. It is nestled on Sorority Row, only one block away from the campus, which means you can easily get there in just 2-3 minutes.
Centrally located home with modern amenities. Originally a 1930s carport, The Port became an apartment in the 80s. Enjoy natural sunlight on your private patio or cook in the open kitchen.
Free onsite parking lets you walk to UF campus, Ben Griffin Stadium, and local restaurants and bars.
The Location:
This place is perfectly situated at the heart of everything that matters to you. It is nestled on Sorority Row, only one block away from the campus, which means you can easily get there in just 2-3 minutes.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Recycling
- Unit size: 500 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set the AC to 77 degrees
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
University Heights, a neighbourhood in Gainesville, is home to this apartment. University of Florida Bat Houses and Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Thomas Center. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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What's nearby
University of Florida3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium13 min walk - 1.1 km- Shands at the University of Florida11 min walk - 0.9 km
- UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Stephen C. O'Connell Center18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
- Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)18 min drive
Restaurants
- Hass Kitchen6 min walk
- The Swamp5 min walk
- Chick-fil-A7 min walk
- Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza8 min walk
- Daydreamer Coffee5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking?
As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking on 2 May 2026 start from AU$1,825, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking located?
Located in University Heights, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida, Shands at the University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital and Hippodrome State Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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The Port - Walkable to University of Florida, includes Parking Reviews
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8/10 Good
John H.
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This property is very small but in a great location. Our only issues were that there were only 3 towels in the entire place, no sheets at all for the pull out couch and only a 1/2 roll of toilet paper.
John H.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ann S.
23 Nov 2025
Great location, clean and comfortable.
Ann S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay
Michelle S.
24 Nov 2024
Liked: Location
Walkable to stadium
Downstairs apartment with game day short walk. Thank you!
Michelle S.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ann S.
1 Dec 2024
Ann S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024