A female student-only resident hall with single, double and triple dorm rooms featuring luxury touches, The Ivy House is located minutes from Sorority Row on the eastern edge of the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida.
Students seeking higher-end dorm life convenient to the University of Florida campus and Sorority Row will find The Ivy House to be the ideal choice. The community is within walking distance of campus, and it also has great public transportation options. Those living at The Ivy House can walk under 5 minutes and reach the College of Education on the eastern edge of the campus. In under 10 minutes, residents can get to their classes at Jennings Hall, which is further into the campus. For residents needing to study, they can take the 127 bus to get to Library West in 12 minutes. Even students who have classes on the far western edge of campus will find Living at The Ivy House convenient. The Levin College of Law on the western edge of campus is accessible in 28 minutes by taking the 43 bus from the residence hall.
The Ivy House is located in the center of great nightlife options for those residents seeking weekend entertainment. Sorority Row is a 4-minute walk from the residence hall making it a perfect choice for those looking to pledge or for those just looking for a good time after class. Residents can also walk 11 minutes to reach West University Avenue. Once there, they can visit a number of great dining options. For live music and craft brews, residents can check out Mother’s Pub and Grill, or for a more casual experience, they can visit Bistro1245 or McDonald’s. Downtown Gainesville is also easily accessible via the 1 bus route. A 22-minute bus ride will take them to The Top, The Atlantic Nightspot and High Dive along with plenty of other options.
With several parks nearby, those looking to connect with nature while living at The Ivy House can find peace and quiet just a short walk away. Residents can walk 23 minutes to reach Depot Park. This popular park features a beautiful pond, walking and running trails and frequently hosts outdoor events. Diamond Creek and Bartram-Carr Woods are two University of Florida campus natural areas that are within minutes of the residence hall as well.
In addition to its location close to campus and entertainment, The Ivy House offers great amenities to its residents that are not offered by the University of Florida residence halls. Unlike traditional dorms, residents enjoy private bathrooms, assigned parking and living spaces that are 30% larger than a campus dorm. Unlimited water and electric as well as a maid service add to The Ivy House’s appeal making it an even more convenient option for students.