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Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!

Alachua vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.
Interior
A double door with frosted glass panels and a black handle.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a rug. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. The kitchen is visible in the background with white cabinets.
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Alachua, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill Creek Preserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, O'Leno State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Alachua

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Mill Creek Preserve and Santa Fe River. Reverend Gerald Criswell Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and Alachua Library Branch is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Fe River - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Mill Creek Preserve - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • O'Leno State Park - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Alachua Sports Complex - 21 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Sante Fe College - 30 min drive - 43.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Citrus Center - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pinkys - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Florida Citrus Center - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sophias Pizzaria - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Noble Roman's - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!

• Farm stay on acreage

•Ample space to enjoy time with friends and family.

•Covered outdoor grilling area and fire pit

•Ping pong & air hockey tables

•Full kitchen with pots and pans, utensils, silverware, dinnerware.

•Interact with, feed the horses apples & carrots

•Within 6-10 minutes from Santa Fe River Ranch, Valley View, and Cbar Ranch.

•Within 15-20 minutes of Belle Oaks Barn & Pine Grove Barn

•Bridal Suite

•12-15 minutes to the cities of Alachua, Lake Butler, & High Springs

•5 beds

•Bridal Suite

•Washer and dryer

•55 inch smart tv with & surround sound

•30 minutes from Gainesville & UF

•30 minutes from Lake City

Welcome to Clark’s Southern Adventures—a beautiful farmhouse that’s been in our family for generations. We’re proud to share this special place with guests looking to unwind, reconnect, and make lasting memories. It’s close enough to town for convenience, yet far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.

You’ll love the wide open spaces, rolling pastures, and the charm of our grazing horses and cattle. Many guests enjoy feeding the horses apples or carrots—just remember to use a flat palm and keep fingers down! Please don’t enter the pasture, and feel free to ask if you’d like a guided tour of the horses and stables—I’m happy to do so when available.

We live on the property next door, so we’re nearby if you need anything during your stay.

The home is fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable visit:

A full kitchen and outdoor grilling area (propane provided)

Fire pit, air hockey and ping pong tables, playing cards and poker chips
Smart TV with sound bar, Netflix, and more.

A cozy front porch swing, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee and diving into a good book from our bookshelf.

If you find a book you love and just can't put it down, we hope you'll take it with you and finish it at your leisure. Please feel free to check it out — it's yours to keep!

Coffee station with both a Keurig and drip coffee maker, plus filters, coffee, sugar, and creamers

We’re located in northern Alachua County—about 30 minutes from Gainesville and the University of Florida, and close to local springs, wedding venues, and nearby towns like High Springs, Alachua, Lake Butler. Another town that is thirty minutes away would be Lake City.

Please note: While we welcome families and small groups, gatherings or events with more than 10 people are not included with the nightly rental. If you're planning a larger gathering or special event, this is completely separate from Vrbo please contact me directly to discuss event options and availability. This helps us maintain and ensures everything is handled properly.

This home is ideal for traveling professionals, wedding parties, nature lovers, UF visitors, and anyone looking for a relaxing rural retreat.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Farmhouse Rental
Beautiful Farmhouse Rental(Clark House) Alachua
Beautiful Farmhouse Rental(Clark House) Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.1 mi (36-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! to downtown Alachua?

This vacation home is 7.7 mi away from Alachua.

Beautiful farmhouse on acreage! Interact with the horses, enjoy the country! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

We had a wonderful stay. Property was lovely and our host was friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

renee f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Loved the horses and especially Champ, thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay - Saved our trip

The property was nice. The home was very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for friends

We had a great time at the house thanks to the 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. It was clean and nicely appointed. Hosts were awesome! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

spencer g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good place to stay. The horses are very friendly. Nice and quiet.

This place is very spacious. Nice and clean. I recommend this place for others to check out
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

A great space for family and friends to enjoy the country - convenient to hiking, bike trails, tubing at the springs, and Gainesville. Fun amenities inside and out - we fed the horses and played air hockey and ping pong. Truly something for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dave's Birthday Extravaganza

This was my husband's dream birthday. He received a liver transplant February 2024, and to be able to celebrate another birthday with him was a gift. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sante Fe River Ranch Wedding Weekend

We attended a wedding at the ranch. We were only 5 minutes from the venue. It was perfect. The house was very clean, communication was great, and it was very convenient for the wedding we attended at the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had an absolutely lovely time at this property! As a family of five visiting the springs, we truly appreciated the space. It was wonderful to have room to relax, enjoy friendly games of ping pong and air hockey, and simply unwind on the porch swing with ice cream and the kids. A delightful bonus was being greeted by horses and cows just outside the fence each morning. Communication with the host was excellent and easy. We wholeheartedly recommend this charming home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reprieve from Michigan Winter Weather in February

Beautiful area of horses and cabbage crops. Location was chosen to visit family, friends, and attractions.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Paradise

Great clean comfortable house with great hosts. We went for a UF graduation and it was about a 20 -25 minute drive to campus all thru back roads, it was awesome. Highly recommend if you want tranquility.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Exactly what we were looking for. House was big enough for all 6 of us, with 3 full bathrooms. Clean, quiet, and affordable. Wood for a fire pit and plenty of stars to light up the night sky. Kids enjoyed the air hockey and ping pong while the adults enjoyed the quiet night and beautiful sky.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sylvie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Living

What a great week we had relaxing in the country at this quiet, peaceful and beautiful home. Robin was a great host. We were even invited next door to watch roping practice on a fun friday night. The home was very comfortable. We had everything we needed to grill and cook everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful property

An older home that has been totally and tastefully remodeled with high end upgrades that made our wedding party extremely comfortable. It’s only minutes away to Valley View and Sante Fe River Ranch wedding venues. Highly recommended with many personal touches and the owners were extremely helpful and responsive to last minute questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You don't want to leave.

This was our second stay at the Clark Farm and just like the first time it was fabulous. The house is exactly what you see in the pictures and the location is more tranquil and peaceful than you can imagine. While the kids were doing their thing, I spent most of my time sitting outside enjoying the view. Robin, Billy and their family are wonderful hosts. We are planning to return next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Clark Farm property

The Clark Farm property is lovely! The Clark family is next door and very helpful. Robin and Billy have made a very comfortable, very clean rental in a beautiful country setting. The house very nicely furnished and includes all the necessities needed for a stay. The farm area is outstanding as are the Clark’s horses and Champ their beagle! My husband and I stayed for a month and wished we could have stayed longer. This property is exceptional.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Venue and great Host

The property was beautiful as well as the home itself. Very clean and tidy with all the essentials you need to cook. The outside cooking area was cozy and we really felt like we were home. Also, who doesn’t want to wake up to horses grazing every morning. We enjoyed getting to meet the owners and interact with the horses. If you are planning a trip to Gainesville, I highly recommend this home! We will be returning customer's in the near future. The owners give you your privacy but also encourage interaction. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best

This property and hosts were above exceptional. The home was rented for 3 months and it was definitely a home away from home. The setting is very peaceful and relaxing. We looked forward to seeing horses and of course champ ( the farm dog) daily. The hosts are very accommodating and friendly. We felt very welcomed and never had a worry about anything during our stay. An approximate drive of 30 minutes to Gainesville for work, and back to the peaceful country setting after. Many attractions near by to see and visit. We had a very enjoyable visit and hope to return annually. Highly recommend this property. As a long time VRBO renter, the best hosts we have ever had! Thank you for all the hospitality!
Stayed 87 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catalina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Complete Relaxation

I'm not sure my words will do this property justice. The minute we pulled in we were amazed at how green and beautiful everything was. We spent a lot of time outside just enjoying the scenery and petting the horses. The house was just as described, very comfortable and so were the beds. The owners, Robin and Billy were so nice. We were there for New Years Eve and they invited us over for a get together. We had a great time. If you're looking to take a step back and relax, this is the place. We will definitely be back. Katie
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!!!

I truly can’t say enough good things about this place. My family LOVED it. The house is super clean, well updated, comfy beds with such soft sheets that I actually checked the brand so I could buy some. The location is stunning. You are really in the center of gorgeous farm country and the horses come up to the fence to greet you as soon as you wake up or come home. They are so friendly and there is even a cute foal. The local river and springs were gorgeous, refreshing and entertaining. It was a perfect getaway for my family who loves on the FL coast. It was like we went to a different state. The owner was super accommodating and easy to work with. We had no issues what so ever and she went above and beyond to make our stay convenient for us. Thank you so much for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would return to the Alachua farmhouse without hesitation

Property is clean and is as pictured. Hostess was excellent. The location is remote, as much as a half mile down a gravel road, then15 minutes or more to restaurants, gasoline, groceries, etc. Easy access to UF, either Interstate or secondary roads. We enjoyed the firepit, the horses, Champ the dog, and the sunsets. I was concerned that it may be a UF Football party house with the ping pong table and the air hockey table, but it shows no signs of being a party house. The bridal suite is a converted garage, nicely done, needs a bit more furniture and hangers/hooks for clothing, but can serve well as a separate BnB efficiency as is (which I'm guessing is the intent). I slept well on the trundle which has a foam mattress and was comfortable. The tap water is excellent, no sulphur, good for drinking and bathing. After a few nights here I began to understand the appeal of living in this part of Florida!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the country

Our favorite part of this trip was having the horses right outside our door. They are all really friendly but a few of them were particularly interested in us. Make sure to bring plenty of apples and carrots and they will be your best friends. We rab out by the second day and there aren't many stores around to buy more. Even without food, several of them came up to us any time we went to the fence and even followed our kids as they walked along the fence. We loved being surrounded by pasture, hearing the cows across the street and a rooster in the distance. The ride in was a beautiful mix of pasture and forest. Nearby there are several springs to visit. We went to Ginnie Springs, which was huge but kind of pricey ($50). We weren't disappointed though because it was so beautiful and had lots to do. There's a cute, little downtown area on the way to Ginnie Springs, which had it not been for COVID we definitely would have enjoyed. We also visited nearby San Felasco Hammock Preserve. It had a little picnic spot and great hiking. There are actually hills there, which we're not used to in Central Florida. The house was cute and well maintained. The owners are right next door and very responsive to any issues that arise. We even got to see them training the horses one evening. Overall, it was a fun, relaxing trip. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Getaway in Florida

Lovely place everything was great loved our stay. There is a couple of things that need attention in bathroom in hallway. Tub in bath was not the cleanest and toilet needs some work, nothing we couldn't live with just thought I would mention it. also new construction was being done that done away with garage on end of house ,a fact we did not find out until we arrived in Fla ,(glad it did not rain)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie & Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Haven in Alachua

My husband and I were delighted to spend 5 days at the Clark's tranquil, cozy home. We traveled to FL for a family reunion which entailed numerous roundtrips from Orlando back to Gainesville, so having a peaceful home base was a huge gift!! Robin was quick to respond to questions both beforehand and during our stay, and we felt very welcomed. Their home is just as described – warm, well-equipped and plenty spacious for a family. We loved having access to the washer & dryer, and although we didn’t get a chance to use them, we hope to take advantage of the ping-pong table and air hockey tables during a future visit. My niece & I were overjoyed to get a chance to pet and feed carrots to their beautiful horses (especially “Little Joe”) – what a fun afternoon. Whenever we plan a trip to visit my husband’s side of the family, we will make sure to book way ahead so that we can call the Clark’s house our “home away from home!”
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Setting

Property is located on a working farm so the location is just far enough from city life to enjoy the rural landscape, lovely oak trees, and open spaces. Patio with night lighting and working grill were a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022