Escape to Gator Lodge, a cozy retreat nestled near the Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Lake Jesup. This welcoming space offers a comfortable living area with a fully equipped kitchen, dining space, lounge with flat-screen TV and bedrooms for restful retreats.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families.
Experience the charm of Gator Lodge, a cozy retreat near the Black Hammock Wilderness Area. This welcoming space is perfect for nature lovers and adventurers, offering easy access to Lake Jesup, just down the street. Enjoy fishing and boating with a boat slip available for $20/night. Ideal for families, couples, or solo travelers, Gator Lodge promises a comfortable and memorable stay.
We prioritize your privacy with a seamless self-check-in process. However, we're available via phone or message to assist with any needs or questions you may have. Whether you need local recommendations or help with the property, we're here to ensure you have an enjoyable stay at Gator Lodge.
🎉 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
Gator Lodge features a comfortable living area with a fully equipped kitchen, dining space, and lounge with a flat-screen TV. The bedrooms provide a restful retreat, ensuring a good night's sleep. Although the lodge isn't directly on the lake, its convenient location offers quick access to Lake Jesup and nearby outdoor activities.
🍽️ 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 🚭 - Cancellation refunds (if applicable) will be issued less any credit card processing fees
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
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: 1,200 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Parking is included for up to 2 standard sized vehicles. Oversized trucks, RVs, and trailers are an additional fee. No EV charging.
A license plate number must be provided for all vehicles staying overnight at the property before check-in.
All accommodations are non-smoking
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Oviedo, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sanford Museum and Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Masjid Al-Rahman and Hannibal Square Heritage Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Addition Financial Arena or Bounce House. Visit our Oviedo travel guide
Is Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families. located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Jesup and within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Overlook Park. Bark Park at Shane Kelly Park and Trotwood Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Gator Lodge: Inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, sleeps 4. Perfect for couples or small families. Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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The rental was perfect for us as we were out all day. Ideal location and very clean.
Emma G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
14 Aug 2024
Pleasant stay
Relaxing stay in a cozy cottage conveniently located to many major attractions in the Orlando area. The washer and dryer are a great benefit. Kitchen was well stocked. Highly recommend using the discount provided by the host to try an airboat ride and the restaurant --both are awesome!!
Julie M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, older 2 bedroom home in a quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to Beach Hammock Airboat Rides (highly recommend this activity!) and Black Hammock Restaurant (very good food!). House is exactly as advertised and has a washer and dryer which is super convenient. Location was close to UCF, lots of dining options, and shopping. Less than an hour to Disney/Universal Studios. About an hour to Daytona Beach if you want to spend a day at the beach.
Julie
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Foye W.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Two bedroom cottage in Oviedo FL
Pleasant home near Lake Jesup. A work in progress - needs additional work inside. Needs a deep clean and a maintenance check to assure all lights have bulbs and clean globes. Major listing issue - dishwasher indicated but none present. A disposal would also be helpful. Short stays and eating out a lot or using food delivery and takeout is best. Fridge is good; stove is old.
Foye W.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
14 Aug 2024
Pleasant stay
Relaxing stay in a cozy cottage conveniently located to many major attractions in the Orlando area. The washer and dryer are a great benefit. Kitchen was well stocked. Highly recommend using the discount provided by the host to try an airboat ride and the restaurant --both are awesome!!
This is an older property very close to Lake Jessup, and was very clean. Communication with the manager was excellent. Because of the extreme weather (rain and wind) we had a couple of technical glitches which were quickly resolved. Very friendly staff; we were personally invited to a Hula performance on the grounds! We didn’t eat at the restaurant this visit, but we have, several years ago. Don’t expect anything fancy; it’s a place to stay in the remote Black Hammock!
This was my first time ever renting for a vacation and it was a phenomenal experience! Super quiet and the neighbors were super helpful with all around attractions. Pet friendly for my two pups. clean and exceptional. I will definitely stay here again.
Upon entering the property you are greeted by the overwhelming smell of smoke. The Welcome binder is falling apart. The couch has no support and is very dated. The floors are completely filthy. I took a video of a cloth wiped across them and sent it to the property manager. I offered to clean the floors if they brought supplies. They dropped off a standard bucket and old fashion mop with no actual cleaning solution. She tried to say that maybe the maintenance crew dragged in dirt. The floor had clearly not been cleaned in months. There were 3 of us that rented the house for 2 weeks. And there was 1 full size bath towel. I did contact the property manager and she brought 4 towels to the house. The beds are extremely uncomfortable and need to be replaced. If I could have left and received a refund, I would have immediately left. Unfortunately, the property stated no refunds. I am sure that is because once you arrive, you are going to want to leave. I have always had positive experiences with VRBO. I am now second guessing my choice to use them as my “go to” for travel stays. It was a complete disappointment and waste of my over $2,000. I am wondering if VRBO has any quality controls and how they would continue to have a relationship with this property. It is zero stars.
Patricia R.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Carl K.
2 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Poor upkeep of property
Loved the location of this property so close to Lake Jessup. Beautiful old growth-old Florida feel. That said, the house was disappointing. While it has potential - it was light and bright with lots of windows for the size of the house - virtually everything was old and dirty and worn. The floors were literally filthy. I swept them twice and got tons of old dog hair, dust and grit. Then I mopped them, but could have mopped several more times to get them really clean. To be fair, the street and driveway are unpaved, so it’s almost impossible not to track in black grit. Still, regular sweeping and mopping would go a long way. The beds were clean and relatively comfortable. The amenities were scarce; one full roll of toilet paper for a 15-day stay. Bath towels were provided but no rug or bath mat. The medicine cabinet had a broken shelf which my husband fixed. The toilet seat was loose but the owners did send a handyman to fix it. He would also have fixed the medicine cabinet, but our question is why wasn’t everything checked between tenants? The kitchen looked clean but we cleaned all the surfaces anyway. The house has a full kitchen, but the electric stove has loose burners. There is no dishwasher; not a complaint, just an observation. The washer and dryer worked fine but the laundry room was dirty. The plastic shelves would have had to be cleaned before any laundry could be placed on them. Bottom line, the house could be great but owners don’t seem to care.
We absolutely enjoyed our stay in The Gator Lodge. Our stay lasted about 3 weeks while we were waiting to close on our home. Everything was so convenient and easily accessible. The home had everything we needed to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Most importantly, thank you so much for making accommodations for our pets! We sincerely appreciate your kindness.
Rented this to have somewhere to sleep for the rockville festival with turned out to be a fail so we went air boating and ate some alligator at the local restaurant, house is clean in the perfect location and neighbors are awesome too would recommend
Overall my stay was good. The only things I ddnt like was that it was a sour smell to the water n the towels in the bedroom weren’t clean. Also, there isn’t any tvs in the rooms. I loved the egg hunt for the kids and gator feeding. Neighborhood was quiet n only 20 minutes from Orlando n one hour from Daytona beach.
Evelyn J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Allan N.
25 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Nothing fancy.
Not a fancy property, do not have high expectations. Having said that, the owners were very nice and efficient. There was a bit of an odor, especially in the room with the washer and dryer. There was not a proper door for the bathroom, it was a piece of wood with a bolt on it. The kitchen, bedrooms, TV, bathroom were all functional. It is a bit remote and dark to drive to at night, so you should have good night vision. Nearby restaurant was pretty good, unique, (alligator tacos.)
As described and in pictures, great, loved the location near the Black Hammock restaurant and bar, I would suggest guests know the TV is antenna reception only, bring a wifi enabled device like a Firestick for your own TV viewing.
Thank you, Jim Maguire
We loved staying at this incredibly nice VRBO in Oviedo! It was within walking distance of the Black Hammock - I totally recommend everyone staying here walk over and check it out. The VRBO was clean and check in and out processes were easy to navigate. It was also no more than 30 minutes away from anything we wanted to do in Orlando, Sanford, and Oviedo. You will not regret staying here - we will be back!
Liked the location. I think a few upgrades would make me choose this particular house again. The couch is very difficult to get out of for an older person. The cookware should be replaced (bent pans)
Overall satisfactory cleanliness except for inside AC closet very dirty/filter not attached/evaporator coil very dirty. Enjoyed our stay and would have no problem staying again. Mostly quiet area except for occasional heavy traffic to the restaurant/boat ramp road which is directly behind the house. House appears to have been updated in several areas and is possibly a work in progress. Overall REALLY enjoyed the stay and would have extended but it was booked for the remainder of the month.
We were visiting our son in Winter Park and this proved to be a great little house to stay at. It was clean and well maintained. Our dogs got pre approval to stay and there was enough room to have their two cages set up to keep them in while we were out and about. It’s right around the coroner from a great restaurant I would definitely stay again ! I recommend this place if you are looking for a quiet location near Orlando or Winter Park.