The best vintage trailer rentals near Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville sits on the edge of the Florida panhandle, about 45 minutes north of Ocala. Starke is about 30 minutes to the northeast, while state capital Tallahassee is two hours northwest. Traveling with kids? You'll want to schedule a stop at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, just 10 miles south of Gainesville. In addition to being pleasingly alliterative, this park features breathtaking wildlife. You'll see free-roaming herds of wild bison and horses here. Climb the park's 50-foot observation tower to get a bird's-eye view. This park also features water access via Lake Wauberg. RV parks are especially popular in the Florida area. Travelers Campground, located about 30 minutes northwest of Gainesville proper, makes a good spot to post up. You'll get free Wi-Fi access and full hookups here. Tent camping is also allowed. Note that this park is close to the University of Florida and can get pretty busy on Gators game days! Heat and humidity can make Gainesville summers stickily uncomfortable. High temperatures stay right around 90 degrees from May through September. The rest of the year is quite pleasant, though, with highs ranging from the high 60s to low 80s.

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Top-rated campgrounds

The cutest little cottage you will ever step foot in.

Gainesville sits on the edge of the Florida panhandle, about 45 minutes north of Ocala. Starke is about 30 minutes to the northeast, while state capital Tallahassee is two hours northwest. Traveling with kids? You'll want to schedule a stop at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, just 10 miles south of Gainesville. In addition to being pleasingly alliterative, this park features breathtaking wildlife. You'll see free-roaming herds of wild bison and horses here. Climb the park's 50-foot observation tower to get a bird's-eye view. This park also features water access via Lake Wauberg. RV parks are especially popular in the Florida area. Travelers Campground, located about 30 minutes northwest of Gainesville proper, makes a good spot to post up. You'll get free Wi-Fi access and full hookups here. Tent camping is also allowed. Note that this park is close to the University of Florida and can get pretty busy on Gators game days! Heat and humidity can make Gainesville summers stickily uncomfortable. High temperatures stay right around 90 degrees from May through September. The rest of the year is quite pleasant, though, with highs ranging from the high 60s to low 80s.

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1. Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

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33mi from Gainesville · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Ft. Mc Coy, FL

Located on 5 acres in the Ocala National Forest, Hookie's Hideaway is the perfect place to stay for easy access to all of nature's bounty and activities. This property is easily accessible, serene and peaceful. Campsites are in a beautiful grove of pine and sycamore trees. We are surrounded by forested camping areas and close enough to drive into town to pick up groceries or get a meal. We have a "you pick them" blueberry farm when in season. We are pet friendly! If you have a pet please add the pet Extra at checkout so you will be charged a $20 pet fee ($10 for the trailers). We are close to hiking, horse trails, lakes and springs. Bocce Ball and Croquet is available to play here anytime! We are only a short distance away from amazing horse riding trails and Florida's most popular natural springs. We live on the property and are available during normal business hours. We are free to ask questions and give suggestions for surrounding activities and dining options. We will interact as little or as much as you need. Birds singing in the morning and crickets at night ensure a restful getaway here. Our property is the perfect place to escape the noise and high paced city life.

2. Happy Campers Rescue Ranch

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47mi from Gainesville · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Dunnellon, FL

Welcome! 🌿 We're thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable experience surrounded by nature and animals. 🐾 At our ranch, we're dedicated to providing a sanctuary for rescued animals and offering our guests a unique opportunity to connect with nature and support our mission of animal welfare and conservation – it's a haven where you can relax, unwind, and make memories that will last a lifetime. 🌟 During your stay, you'll have the chance to meet our furry friends, including rescued farm animals and adorable companions who call Happy Campers Rescue Ranch home. Whether you're feeding the goats, cuddling with the kittens, or exploring the beautiful surroundings, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 🐷🐱🌳 But that's not all – we also offer a range of exciting extras to enhance your experience. Rent a Kayak or Paddle Boat to explore the area and crystal-clear waters of Rainbow Springs, or choose our cooler with built-in air conditioning ❄️ to stay comfortable during hot summer days inside your tent. As a guest, you'll not only have the opportunity to relax and unwind, but you'll also be supporting our mission of animal rescue and rehabilitation. A portion of your stay goes directly towards caring for our rescued animals and maintaining our sanctuary, allowing us to continue our important work. 🤲 We can't wait to welcome you to out ranch and share our love for animals and nature with you. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a unique retreat, we're here to make your stay unforgettable. 🌈 ***We kindly request bookings for a maximum duration of up to 7 days. This allows us to maintain the integrity of our sanctuary and ensures that our animals receive consistent care and attention while also offering our guests the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing and rejuvenating getaway. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Thank you for choosing our ranch – we look forward to hosting you soon! 🎉

3. Farm Camper

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43mi from Gainesville · 1 site · Lodging · Old Town, FL

Glamping meets farm life in this cozy vintage camper for 2, tucked in a private corner of an active farm—your only neighbors are goats! Enjoy a full bed, indoor & outdoor bathrooms, hot tub, fire pit, and indoor/outdoor dining. Meet cows, donkeys, alpacas, emus, pigs, turkeys, chickens, rabbits & free-range peafowl. Close to local springs for even more adventure!

4. Namaste Farm, LLC

50mi from Gainesville · 1 site · Lodging · Belleview, FL

A 5 acre farm with an abundance of large oak trees. Variety of wildlife, birds, frogs, armadillos, raccoons & possums, just to name a few! Our goats and pigs love visitors too. Outdoor bathrooms and showers are available. Come enjoy nature on a lovey farm, just a short drive from Rainbow River or Silver Springs.

Stories from the community

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Kennaugh

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

This was an amazing little gem! The owners were amazing! They greeted us as soon as we arrived and showed us around the property! They checked in on us throughout our stay and provided some extra firewood as we needed it! There were chickens running around and we were able to have fresh eggs in the mornings! We were able to set up a tent to accommodate some extra guests and we brought our pup who loved the property! We made some incredible meals and the camper has all the cookware, dinnerware, and seasonings you need! They also left us stuff to make s’mores! We really enjoyed the outdoor shower and the bathroom was surprisingly clean! We will definitely be back and we would definitely recommend!

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Jason

October 2025

3 nights at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Awesome. So relaxing. Great people.

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Daniel

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

We love everything about our time at this property. The location, the peace, and the hosts are just perfect. We been here twice now and can’t wait to return. Kids and pets just love it!!

Enjoying nature and our Tito getting a walk

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Alexis

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

As always we love this place and everything it has to offer! My daughter who will be 2 next month gave everyone a scare but I’m so thankful for the support and love we were shown. The shower was perfect, we didn’t need a thing once we got there. ❤️

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Derick

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Clean. Well stocked with necessities. AC was a plus. Great communication.

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Joshua

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

We had such a great stay in this camper! Everything was thoughtfully prepared and made the experience really special. The host had it well-stocked with everything we needed, plus some extra touches like firewood and s’mores supplies that made evenings by the fire perfect. One of the highlights was the chicken coop on site — we loved being able to collect fresh eggs in the morning. The camper itself was cozy, clean, and comfortable, with all the essentials ready to go. The setting was peaceful and quiet, and at night the stars were absolutely incredible. It felt like the perfect balance of comfort and connection to nature. We’d definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway, and we’d love to come back again!

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Heather

September 2025

2 nights at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

What a beautiful and peaceful property with excellent hosts. Each trailer has its own space in the wooded lot. The amenities and extra touches were so thoughtful! Such as bug spray and s'mores. Will be coming back to stay again!

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Eric

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Farm Camper

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the farm! Melissa was on site to meet us upon arrival and direct us to our campsite. The area is secluded at the back of her property. The amenities were wonderful, including the hot tub! We also thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor shower with hot water. The AC in the camper was perfect for a summertime stay. We will be back!

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Taylor

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

What an incredible piece of property, Little Lulu is exactly what my partner and I needed to escape the hustle bustle of our daily lives. The hosts were incredible and thought of everything amenity-wise. The outdoor shower was a beautiful touch and the fresh eggs started our morning off right. We’re already planning our next stay here!

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Ashlee

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

This was the little slice of heaven we needed this weekend… our hosts went above and beyond to set us up for success. Sent us off with fresh eggs to boot. The orange cat named Calicifer was very quickly my new best friend for the visit. Their outdoor shower is super cool, especially at night. And the outhouse situation was definitely one of the nicer ones I’ve seen. It was a beyond comfortable and peaceful stay. Thank you guys!

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Acima

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

What a wonderful little place, only outdone by the wonderful hosts. I truly enjoyed the camper. It was quiet and cozy with all the accommodations and amenities for a great experience. There are lots of trails and springs nearby as well which was perfect for my trip.

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Justin

July 2025

3 nights at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Cassandra and Walt were great hosts making all the basics were there and ready, they had ample fire wood and the fig tree was a “sweet” bonus (get it)… in all seriousness the stay was amazing, the hosts were beyond gracious, the property itself was exactly as described and everything worked as it should. The ladies (chickens) provided enough eggs to enjoy a few every morning. As well as some entertainment in their disagreements as they free ranged around the area. The two cats were welcomed guests at my site and very friendly. It was a wonderful experience I will certainly return for another long weekend.

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Luis

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Excelente hosts and place to camp, Little Lulu was incredible and comfortable, there’s an orange cat so friendly that he will take walks with you. I just love it, my wife and I loved it, we will come back.

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Katie

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

What a relaxing sanctuary nestled beneath big, beautiful trees! The Beehive vintage trailer was adorable and charming with everything you need to cook and be comfortable. The hosts provided towels for the outdoor shower, and a thoughtful offering of s’mores supplies and fire wood ready to burn in the fire pit. There are a few other trailers/campsites sprinkled around the property, but other campers were respectful. There was a huge fig tree fruiting and cute chickens, and the host graciously let me take what I needed. The location is nearby many of the springs in the area (Salt, Juniper, Alexander, Silver Glen). A relaxing place to spend a few days in the forest away from city.

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David

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Such a great find. This place is so perfect. The campers have such a vintage feel it makes this whole place feel like how things used to be. Free roaming chickens, friendly dogs, and the kindest hosts. I loved every moment of my time here. 10 out of 10, definitely recommend.

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Buck

June 2025

With kids

1 night at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

We love it best host ever! Can’t wait until the next trip!

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David

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Happy Campers Rescue Ranch

Had such a great time, definitely recommend movie night(s), was a great experience. The host were really cool too.

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Claire

May 2025

1 night at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Wanted to get out of the town for a quick trip and Cassandra’s place was perfect for this. The camper was super cute and welcoming. We were a little weary about camping in the heat but the camper had perfect cooling AC. Visits by Oyster the dog and the kittens were appreciated. Outdoor showers and fresh eggs for breakfast were also a plus. This stay has everything you could ever need and more. We felt at home and truly relaxed. Thank you for having us!

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Caylee

May 2025

1 night at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

Absolutely in love with this place and the atmosphere this place holds. We had originally planned on staying just one night, but our experience was so well, we had to extend our stay another night. There were cat, chickens, and luckily very few mosquitoes! The shower/ bathroom situation was cute and convenient! I would highly recommend a stay at the little lulu!

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Philip

May 2025

2 nights at Serene Forested Blueberry Farm

This is a really sweet spot, with a cute flock of chickens and cats. The camper was cool and comfortable, and I had a great time sitting by the fire pit, made even better by the s'mores and eggs. I hope to come back!