About Property
Experience luxury and elegance at The Historic Downtown Laurel Oak Estate, the largest and most elegant private retreat in Gainesville. This registered historic mansion, built in the 1800s and formerly a beloved B&B, blends timeless charm with modern luxury to create an unparalleled guest experience.
Designed for large gatherings, the estate features a spacious layout with 7 bedrooms, 7 beds, and 7 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 16 guests. Every bedroom is a private ensuite suite featuring premium linens, ensuring no one has to compromise on comfort. Specifically, the sleeping arrangements include six king beds and one queen bed, with five of the suites boasting their own fireplaces for added warmth and ambiance.
Inside the 5,200-square-foot interior, guests can enjoy three distinct living rooms perfect for game nights, quiet reading, or relaxing by the fireplace. A gourmet kitchen equipped with high-end appliances is ready for chefs or caterers, while the grand dining room provides an ideal setting for special group meals.
The outdoor spaces are a true paradise. Start your day on one of two wraparound porches with a cozy swing, or spend your evenings on the expansive back patio draped in twinkling party lights. With ample seating under the stars and grilling capabilities, it is an enchanting setting for celebrations and memories.
Located in the heart of the city, you can leave the cars in the free parking area and explore downtown Gainesville on foot, with restaurants, cafes, shops, and parks just a few blocks away. The University of Florida and the stadium are only a 5-minute drive, making campus visits or game days a breeze. Despite its central location, the estate sits on a lush, fenced property with oak-shaded gardens offering peace and privacy.
Practical Information:
- Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM
- Pets are not allowed
- Guest verification via third-party provider Truvi is required prior to arrival to ensure compliance with rental regulations and provide property protection.
Whether you are planning a family reunion, a corporate retreat, a wedding party stay, or a getaway with friends, Grand Laurel Oak Estate is more than just a place to sleep—it is an experience defined by warmth, space, and character.
This description is for informational purposes. Please verify all details, including amenities, policies, fees, and availability, on the booking platform before booking.
Property Details
- Max. Guests16
- Bedrooms7
- Bathrooms7
- Check-In4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Check-Out11:00 AM
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Amenities
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Hot water
- Shower gel
- Free washer – In unit
Customer Reviews
4.4
(14 Reviews)4.4
House Rules
You’ll be staying in someone’s home, so please treat it with care and respect.
Checking in and out
- Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Checkout before 11:00 AM
- Self check-in with keypad
During your stay
- No pets
- No smoking
- Additional rules
Please note that the AirBNB extenuating circumstances cancellation policy does not cover hurricanes in Florida or COVID, but the insurance covers both 100%. We ask that you please purchase AirBNB cancellation insurance at check-out in order to cover any unforeseen changes that would cause a cancellation or early departure that is outside of the cancellation window (i.e. weather related, health related, flight issues, etc...). AirBNB offers insurance at check-out and if a circumstance arises that would cause a cancellation or early departure (outside of the cancellation range, or an early departure that arises during your stay), then the insurance policy will refund you 100% as long as it's within the terms. Thanks! And we hope that nothing would come up that would interfere with the trip, but we want to make sure you're covered just in case. If no insurance policy is purchased, that's OK, too- we are happy to open up the dates on the calendar and try to re-rent. If we can re-rent, then we can refund the amount recuperated, but we cannot issue a full refund unless we can re-rent from an early departure or cancellation.
Thanks so much- we are looking forward to welcoming you!
4.4Excellent (14)
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