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Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oviedo, FL
  • Lake Jesup
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Black Hammock Wilderness Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • University of Central Florida
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Oviedo

At this cottage, you'll be 11.7 km (7.2 mi) from University of Central Florida. .Accommodation features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and Netflix are also available.

What's nearby

  • Lake Jesup - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Black Hammock Wilderness Area - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Oviedo Medical Center - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • University of Central Florida - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 16 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ford’s Garage - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family.

Discover tranquility at Lake Jesup Hideaway! Our charming 2BR cottage offers a cozy retreat near Black Hammock in rural Oviedo. Enjoy modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, keyless entry, and pet-friendly vibes. Explore nearby attractions with ease and take advantage of exclusive discounts. Book now for a memorable escape!

At Gator Cottage, we're here to keep your adventure rolling smoothly from 8am to 9pm. Got questions about the area or need some tips for exploring like a local? Our property manager is on standby during these hours to lend a helping hand. And for those rare late-night gator emergencies, rest assured, we're just a call away

🎉 Area Attractions
- Black Hammock Discounts: 20% off airboat rides, 10% off at the Black Hammock Restaurant
- 5 minutes to Highway 417
- Groceries (Publix): 10 minutes
- Shopping: 15 minutes
- Boombah Sports: 20 minutes to both parks
- The Attractions: 40 minutes
- Daytona Beach: 1 hour
- Orlando Speedway: 30 minutes
- Winter Park: 30 minutes
- UCF: 20 minutes

🔑 Guest Access
- Property manager available for emergencies 24/7 🆘️🚨
- Entire property accessible
- Outdoor cameras only
- Keyless entry; door code provided 1-3 hours before arrival

🍽️ Kitchen Amenities
Fully equipped kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, and utensils
Drip coffee pot provided (Please bring your own coffee)

🛍️ Starter Supplies Provided
- 1 roll of paper towels
- 2 rolls of toilet paper
- 1 kitchen trash bag
- 1 towel & 1 hand towel per guest
- 2 dishwasher tablets, 1 sponge, dish soap
- 2 small bars of soap per bathroom
Please contact us with any questions regarding any items we might/might not provide.


Book now for a memorable getaway!

House has private parking in the driveway. Public transportation picks up on the main road, roughly 1 mile away.

🏠 House Rules
- Pets: $50 fee, no cats 🐶
- No Parties 🚫🎉
- 1 visiting guest per reserved guest allowed; no overnight visitors without approval
- Parking for up to 2 vehicles included; additional fees for more than 2, large trucks, RVs, and trailers
- No EV charging 🔌
- Completed pre-arrival form and signed rental conditions required prior to check-in

👪 🐊 Family of Gators: Explore our unique rentals!
- Gator Palace: 5bd/5bth - Sleeps 12
- Gator Mansion: 6bd/5bth - Sleeps 12
- Gator Nest: 3bd/2bth - Sleeps 6
- Gator Den: 3bd/2bth - Sleeps 6
- Gator Cottage: 2bd/1bth - Sleeps 4
- Gator Cove: 2bd/1bth - Sleeps 4
- Gator Lodge: 2bd/1bth - Sleeps 4
- Gator Manor: 6bd/6bth - Sleeps 12
- Gator Hole : 2bd/1.5bth - Sleeps 4
Please reach out to the property manager if you need help finding these listings.

⏰ Check-in/Out Times:
- Check-in: 4pm
- Check-out: 10am
- Early/late check-out for $50 when available

✔️ 📝 Other Things To Note:
- Cleaning Fee: $135 (taxable) 🧹🧼
- Security deposit or damage insurance required
- All accommodations are non-smoking; $200 fee for smoking indoors 🚭

Property manager

Christina

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family.?

No, Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gator Cottage: Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Perfect for a small family. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carole M I., Murray

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for the "old florida" feel!
Easy to find, nice layout and decor. It was perfect. We liked walking over to see the restaurant, the lake and the alligators! Only a little feedback for your info. The tub was not clean, for bathing. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and spacious location
We were in the area for a family wedding, the location was perfect for our needs being located between Sanford and Orlando. The cottage was clean, spacious (versus hotel room), and instructions/communication was clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Such a neat place and next door to an awesome bar and restaurant that offers air boat rides and drinks overlooking a lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

George R., Marion, N.C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gator Cottage very nice
Good home for 1 or 2 couples. Good central location for Oviedo/Winter Springs activities. Had water problem, quickly resolved.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K., Panama City, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Daughter wedding
Nice 2 bed and one bath cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a quick stay
Easy and quick communication. Clean place with cool scenery. Has the feel of being in the country while only being a few minutes from stores and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
quit spot in the middle of everything
beautiful, great location
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Trip
Everything was wonderful as always.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Murali R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
The property very good. It is clean and beautiful. The host is very accommodative. We enjoyed the Airboat ride which is very near to this property. I will visit this property again and I will recommend to all my friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Cute little cottage that was close to everywhere we needed to be.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Wendy C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Just okay
thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

beth h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time.
Clean lovely place. Had everything thing we needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our wedding stay
We enjoyed our stay and actually it was close to everywhere we needed to go. It was a beautiful property and very clean. Thank you again. We would definitely recommend you to others for staying in Oviedo/Orlando!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

kim t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place for a small family!
Enjoyed our stay! After a long day at the ball filed it was nice to have a restaurant in our backyard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
clean and cute
Very modern and comfy. Property manager responded to any needs
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Meagan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gator Cottage Stay
We really enjoyed our recent stay while my husband was taking a class! The property was well maintained and quiet. The house was perfect for us! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Lovely cottage
Joel was extremely accommodating, the rental was beautiful and we loved our stay. Although it is close to a restaurant, we did not have any issues with noise. We also had our three year old child with us but the cottage worked out great. Highly recommed.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Lovely & very clean
We only utilized this lovely cottage for sleeping & bathing while attending the Daytona 500 race week, but found the accommodations to be very well thought out and extremely comfortable. Also had a late arrival the first night & experienced a slight problem with the door code. Called Christina @ midnight and she immediately rushed over to assist. Outstanding service & responsiveness!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

chris b.

Nice weekend cottage
We enjoyed our stay, the cottage is new and clean. The location was great for us and we'll consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia S.

Perfect for a small family
It was a great addition to the other house for a few more people who joined us for the last few days
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T., Charleston, SC

Great Location!! Very Charming Cottage!!
Loved our stay!! Joel was extremely accommodating!! We even ate at the restaurant next door where we received a discount for staying in the cottage!! Huge bonus!! We will definitely rent this cottage again when we head back down to Orlando again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Randall D., Erie, PA

Fantastic, Friendly, Filling & FUN
This place has it ALL! FANTASTIC Accommodations, FRIENDLY staff at each of the Gator sites (The Black Hammock Restaurant, Black Hammock - Lazy Gator Bar and the Black Hammock Air boat rides on Lake Jesup). Large, FILLING portions at The Black Hammock Restaurant. Tons of FUN at the Lazy Gator Bar with Karaoke night and live band night. The locals make you feel like you are part of the place. We stayed 7 nights and will definitely be back (if Joel will have us). Thanks Joel!!! Next time I'll be brave and try the Gator Bites.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Martin T.

Nice layout, good location. Quiet area away from traffic.
The restaurant was pricey and food was not that good. The water in the house smelled of rotten eggs, even after the owner came out to adjust the settings in the well-water system. The code used to enter intot he cottage was the same as the main house next to it, with no way to adjust it. There was dog/cat hair in the couches. My wife and i have cat allergies. The owner showed up after we asked him not to when he gave us the option. The towels in the bathroom smelled. We had to wash them before using. We ended up cutting our stay short.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

betsy m., Orlando , FL

enjoyed it
very nice Joel was especially nice. so enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018