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

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Enjoy your coffee on the front porch swing, sit and watch the birds.
Nothing like the smell of fresh cut grass in the summertime.
Bridal suite with magnificent lighting and mirrors throughout.
Bridal suite includes a swivel chair for your convenience .
Dedicated space for wedding guests , or use the room to your discretion !

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alachua, FL
  • University of Florida
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Gainesville Raceway
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Guest bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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



Our beautiful farmhouse ( Clark’s Southern Adventures) has been in our family for many years , and we do our best to ensure all of our guests have an amazing stay at our place . This is a place your friends and family can come to unwind , get back to your roots , and create priceless memories with your family and friends. Close enough to town, yet far enough away to enjoy some peace and quiet , and get away from the hustle and bustle of every day life !

The wide open spaces, rolling pastures , majestic oaks, and grazing horses and cattle are some of the many enjoyments available.Many of our guests enjoy feeding the horses apples and carrots , so feel free to bring some with you if you wish to do so!

Feel free to ask if you would like a more in depth tour of the horses and the stables. As long as I am available I would be glad to facilitate that !We have a lovable beagle dog named champ that may say hello during your stay. Rest assured he is harmless and all of our guests that visit have seemed to love him! We live on the property adjacent to the house , so we are close by if you need anything , or have any questions during your stay.

We try and make sure to have something for everyone in your family or group to enjoy . You will have access to a fully equipped kitchen if you want to rustle up a home cooked meal during your stay , along with a covered outdoor grilling area (propane provided ), outdoor fire pit , air hockey and ping pong tables , smart tv in living room with surround sound , Netflix , Dish Network, etc.

We also have a bookshelf filled with a wide variety of books available for your enjoyment . Feel free to sit on the front porch swing in the morning with your coffee , and a good book while you watch the sunrise . I promise you won’t regret it ! We have a regular coffee maker and we provide filters , ground coffee, sugar ,etc.!

The home is located in Northern Alachua county, approximately 30 min from Gainesville and the University of Florida, 25-30 min away from all the local freshwater springs( Poe Springs, Ginnie Springs, Blue Springs, Itchetucknee Springs State Park), 15 minutes from the towns of High Springs, Alachua, and Lake Butler, and within 10 minutes of multiple local wedding venues such as Santa Fe River Ranch, Valley View, and Cbar Ranch.

This rustic retreat is perfect for vacationists, bridesmaids, wedding parties, hunters, football enthusiasts, University of Florida Alumni, NHRA fans, people visiting family in the area, work retreats, or companies doing extended projects in the area with workers or business owners that need accommodations while in town.

Property manager

Robin Clark

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Alachua

Located in Alachua, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mill Creek Preserve and River Rise Preserve State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Reverend Gerald Criswell Park and High Springs Civic Center Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alachua, FL

What's nearby

  • O'Leno State Park - 23 min drive - 17.1 km
  • University of Florida - 34 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 34 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 35 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 35 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunoco & Florida Citrus Center - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bacon's BBQ and Catering - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Govinda's Dinners To Go - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bacon's Barbecue - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Noble Roman's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful farmhouse on acreage !Interact with the horses , enjoy the country ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful farmhouse on acreage !Interact with the horses , enjoy the country ! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mill Creek Preserve, Santa Fe River and Reverend Gerald Criswell Park. Alachua Library Branch and Alachua Sports Complex are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., United States

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Jacksonville, Florida

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Francis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie & Todd S., MATTHEWS

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

What a Gem

Stayed here for a look long weekend when my son graduated from UF. Close enough to Gainesville but far enough that we enjoyed peace and quiet and time together as a family. Charming farm house decor, clean and special touches like having banana bread for us. Communication was great and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena B., Florida

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

Lovely, peaceful retreat

This house was such a peaceful spot, we didn't really want to leave. We were in town for a wedding at the C Bar Ranch, and we needed to be close to the venue for ease of coming and going throughout the weekend, and this rental was only 10 minutes away. My kids adored the horses, the dog next door who came over to visit while we were sitting on the porch, and the air hockey table. My husband and I loved the quiet, the porch swing, and the large, well-equipped kitchen. There's even a garage to park in, which was wonderful since the weather was awful, and it was nice not to get soaked unloading the car. We did have some questions and the property owner responded very quickly. The whole house was immaculately clean, and the owner thoughtfully provided muffins and a binder with some helpful info on local restaurants, etc. This was one of the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed in, and if we return to the area (possible, we have family there) then we'd love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alina L.

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

Christmas at the Clark’s Farms

Amazing property situated on a beautiful piece of land surrounded by beautiful trees and gorgeous horses to look at. Very specious, clean and beautifully decorated. The walk in shower was perfect for my elderly parents. The owners added a ping pong table and an air hockey table that was a hit with the kids. Looking forward for our next stay at Clark’s Farmhouse Adventures.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

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