Title: Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to University of Florida ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917300/87917289/a50d9ead.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917300/87917289/4e069cbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917300/87917289/w1596h1200x4y0-e673ab2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917300/87917289/w1597h1200x3y0-68ec59d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917300/87917289/67d115f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In historic Hibiscus Park, this 1950's bungalow offers a vintage charm with modern comforts. Unwind in the living room with a large smart TV or enjoy natural light in the front bedroom. The home features plantation shutters, a bright kitchen, and granite tops for an inviting atmosphere. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61012 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium Step back into the charm of the 1950s while enjoying all the modern comforts of today! Our beautifully updated all-brick vintage bungalow is located in historic Hibiscus Park—just a short walk to the University of Florida. Inside, you’ll find a cozy living room with plenty of seating and a large smart TV, perfect for game day or movie night. The master bedroom features a comfy queen bed, its own smart TV, and a private half bath. The front bedroom also offers a queen bed, smart TV, and abundant natural light. The third bedroom is perfect for families or groups, with a trundle twin bed and an additional pull-out mattress—making it easy to sleep up to 6 guests. The bright and cheerful kitchen is outfitted with plantation shutters, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances—ideal for whipping up meals or snacks before heading out. Step outside to enjoy the fenced, manicured backyard. Relax on the spacious deck with outdoor dining, gather around the brick fire pit, or play a round of corn hole beneath the shade of mature trees. Whether you’re here for Gator games, exploring Gainesville, or just soaking up the neighborhood charm, our home offers the perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,012 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119590000/119587800/119587730/b60830a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Underwater Home w/Game Room ~6 min to Stadium & Downtown / 2 King Beds &Fire Pit Duckpond - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available £201 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=119587730&PinnedHotelID=119587730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104810000/104806500/104806422/5a06dc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PREMIER LOCATION - UF / Shands / Gainesville. 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as 482162 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.65317%2C-82.36327&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FcSCt3Zo6LDpOvR07wa9ZoQsYZk=) Gainesville, FL #### What's nearby - University of Florida - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - University of Florida Bat Houses - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Florida Museum of Natural History - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles - Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Las Carretas - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mi Apá Latin Café - ‬15 min walk - ‪PDQ Fresh Tenders - ‬15 min walk - ‪Checkers - ‬12 min walk - ‪Law School Commons - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium located? > Situated in Gainesville, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Alice, University of Florida, and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. University of Florida Bat Houses and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki D. 9 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent This was our second stay and once again property was excellent. It was exactly as described and very well equipped - a perfect home from home whilst visiting my daughter at UF ##### Nicki D. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### April K. 17 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Game Day Stay House was a great location to walk to game day. It was clean and comfortable and was stocked with lots of thoughtful extras like coffee, etc. ##### April K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LINDA C. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gator gem Clean,cozy and comfortable.Love the quiet neighborhood ##### LINDA C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROMULO H. 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautifully maintained home in Gainesville The house is beautiful outside and inside, very clean and beautiful Feng Shui colors and decor inside, roomy bedrooms with very convenient 1 full bathroom and 1/2 bathroom. Location is great, close to shopping, restaurants and downtown, minutes away. We got a loaded kitchen with nothing missing, with new appliances. ##### ROMULO H. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy M. 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend at the Grotto! My family and I were there for my daughter’s graduation. Easy and convenient location close to campus. Would definitely recommend and stay there again! ##### Kathy M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025