I am a retired science/medical librarian who comes down to Gainesville for 2-3 months every winter to take in my annual VA medical checkup, to avoid winter up in my home state of Illinois, and to keep in shape in this ice-free climate with lots of walking and cycling. Before retiring, I worked for more than a decade as a contract reference librarian in various federal agencies in Washington DC, including NIH, AHRQ and EPA.
I'm 78 years old, and very fit and healthy. Since retiring in 2011, I’ve spent almost every summer touring for 2-5 months on my bicycle (over 15,000 miles in 14 states and 9 foreign countries).
When I’m not out touring, I cycle at least 10 miles/day. I do not own a car.
I’m looking for a clean, quiet room with kitchen privileges for 1-3 months beginning mid-December 2026. If you have a gap in tenancy during those weeks, perhaps I can fill it for you.