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Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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 Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups.

Gator Den offers a serene lakefront retreat minutes from the city. This fully furnished home features free WiFi, a smart TV, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Relax in the luxurious Jacuzzi bathtub with massaging jets in the master suite or fish from your backyard. The large covered lanai is perfect for enjoying sunrises, sunsets, and local wildlife. Nearby, enjoy thrilling airboat tours and local attractions for an unforgettable stay.

At Gator Den, we prioritize your comfort and satisfaction. Our team is available to assist you with any needs or questions you may have during your stay. Whether you're looking for local recommendations, need help with amenities, or have special requests, we're just a call or message away. We strive to provide a welcoming and hassle-free experience, ensuring your stay at Gator Den is as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

Check-in is contactless so you won't have to meet with anyone unless you want to.

🎉 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

Enjoy a large backyard with a private view of Lake Jesup where you can enjoy breathtaking sunsets each evening from the comfort of your huge screened in back porch. Go fishing from the banks or use the boat ramp and boat slips available next door to get out on the water. The master bedroom comes equipped with a deadbolt on the door as well as a jacuzzi bathtub in the master bathroom.

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

🛍️ 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 or garage (garage door opener not available). 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: $170 (taxable) 🧹🧼
- Security deposit or damage insurance required
- All accommodations are non-smoking; $200 fee for smoking indoors 🚭

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

"the Gator's Den" Lakefront Property Magnificent Sunset Views
Lakefront 3 Bed 2 Bath with Jacuzzi Bathtub Oviedo
"the Gator's Den" Lakefront Property Magnificent Sunset Views
Luxurious Lakefront 3 Bed 2 Bath With Jacuzzi Bathtub
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About the neighborhood

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Oviedo, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Jesup - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oviedo Medical Center - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Black Hammock Wilderness Area - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • University of Central Florida - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 17 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Food Factory - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pinball Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Cork Wine Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Seafood Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Lake Jesup, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Bark Park at Shane Kelly Park. Trotwood Park and Little Big Econ State Forest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Gator Den: Comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Ideal for mid-sized groups. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away

Great location close enough to everything but far enough away for peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in January

Rented this property January very clean home on the water nice views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

tony m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bobcat

Great view. A bobcat visited one morning. Maybe throw some ice trays in the freezer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gator Den Review

Nice place. Spacious.Convenient location for us. Nice view of the lake.. Owners have a restaurant and boat ride service very close by. Cristina, the property manager, was very helpful and attentive. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patty W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great beds!

The place is a little dated, but the beds were clean and comfortable. The house was not swept to well. We had to sweep to be able to walk around barefoot. The yard was pretty cool. We saw gatters From the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gotta love Black Hammock

Just a wonderful old Florida place. Our house was Lake Jessup waterfront. Food at the Black Hammock restaurant is great. (you must try the shrimp and grits). Captain Steve was a great air boat ride guide and gators and exotic birds are everywhere. If your looking for the other than Disney Florida vacation give Black Hammock a try. We love the place.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot

Stayed at the house with my wife, 2 daughters, son in law, 1 year old grand son and dog. Perfect spot off the beaten path, on the lake, with gator watching in the back yard. Plenty of space and comfortable. A short walk down the driveway, then over a couple of streets and up the short driveway to the Black Hammock bar and restaurant that you can see from the backyard. My cousin and I watched football, had some good conversation, beers and ate good bar food while the family went to Universal. Then walked back to the house. The property host was very responsive. Will definitely stay again when visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honest evaluation

Great location!! We have stayed in many VRBO properties so have a few suggestions' Could have been a little more generous with basic supplies. I feel this would encourage renters to help you maintain. Kitchenware haphazard and not very clean. A simple trip to Ikea to replace old and uneven dish ware would greatly improve esthetics and function. All towels, bedding sufficient but well used. Will definitely return and recommend. Just know that property is older and marginally maintained. What makes this property is the location and the abundance of wildlife to view. Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dianna or Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gators at the Den

The view from the back of the house is pretty of lake Jesup. The airboat ride next door was awesome with Captain Duey. The wildlife is amazing. The house is spacious enough and beds were comfortable. Needs a little TLC and some cleaning issues need to be addressed. Hosts was very accommodating and fast to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joe E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakehouse Stay

The property was perfect for our stay. The only negatives was that the house is showing its age. The ice maker and water dispenser was not operational. With that said there are no motels in the Oviedo area so i would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

Had a great stay , very clean home and beautiful area , the wild life in the back yard was the best
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best getaway for a weekend

Abundant wildlife, spectacular sunsets and perfect weather, so we were outdoors a lot, but thoroughly enjoyed the house, too! Spacious, modern and clean, well equipped. Shopping is convenient, as well as plenty of things to do nearby. We will definitely be back. A real treasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shauna N., Vineyard Haven, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

House was as advertised: clean, spacious, large linai, had everything we needed. Bedding was a little lumpy due to the style. The lake & small pond provided great views and beautiful sunsets . The area is a birdwatchers paradise. A book of the birds and wildlife would be helpful. We enjoyed the Black Hammock Restaurant and the airboat ride. We found other restaurants and places to shop in town which was easy to find. Great area. We would like to return another year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Gator Den overall good rating

First, we give Gator Den in Oviedo, Florida a good rating overall. Location was the best part of our 1 month stay at the house. Lots of wildlife and very nice lake views. Serenity. The property owner (lives next door) and the property manager were responsive when needed. Surrounding grounds were pleasant. The house is an easy walk to a rustic lakeside complex featuring a mini-zoo showing gators and birds that also boasts a nice tavern with ecent food and a relaxing outside bar area. We enjoyed seeing many gators and birds on the little marina's popular air boat ride on the lake and through some marshes. House HVAC mechanical sytems operate well but we changed the filthy furnace air filter because it was long overdue and covered in smelly mold. All electrical and plumbing worked well. Linens were plentiful. Bedding OK. Owner is in process of renovating the house. New kitchen and master bathroom are very good. More new furniture (especially for the screened-in porch) is needed and a fresh coat of paint will further improve the comfort and appeal of this rental house. Attention to detail to correct a few issues would allow us to rate it 5 stars. To do: several screen repairs, dryer vent repair, paint the interior (even the garage), and spruce up landscaping. Owner should provide a vacuum cleaner and basic cleaning supplies! We bought a cheap grill since there wasn't one offered. We weren't in sync with owner's decision not to provide a remote garage door opener. Apparently they "dissappear" so none offered. We really enjoyed our stay at Gator Den and would probably return if these inexpensive to-do items were fixed and the daily price stays the same.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Quiet Stay

We loved our stay at Gator Den! It’s so beautiful and it’s located down a long private driveway backing up to a lake. We will be back!
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Listing is very accurate and the place was everything we needed. Property manager was very accommodating for us extending our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

This property is a hidden gem. It is relatively close to everything yet it is tucked away from the beaten path. It was exactly what we wanted - a true FL style location. Situated right on the edge of a beautiful lake, the house is simple, yet it has everything you need and it offers unparalleled views all day long. Early mornings and late nights are especially wonderful with stunning sunrise and sunset, peace and quiet and nature. We picked this spot to get away from the hectic pace and it was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

henry l c.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Snake was in the resident

Snake was in the house
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place, but if you get chilly, bring your blanket

We greatly enjoyed staying at this property. It was exactly what we were looking for in terms of size and location. It was very close to the grocery stores, and backed up to the lake of course. (By the way, you cannot swim in this lake) We did go to the Black Hammock boat tour, I believe our tour guide was Sam, she was fantastic and extremely hospitable. We told her we were staying next door at the home and she took some time to show us things that she's noticed that we may be able to see while we're staying at the property. Our kids thought they were going to hate the boat tour because they don't like sitting through boat tours usually, but they LOVED this one. (Highly recommend it) We would like to back in the spring when the season is better to see more alligators, but nonetheless, we were very happy about how beautifully landscaped this property is. It is close to town, and yet slightly off the beaten path so that you feel secluded and have privacy, no concerns for safety or crime. The only thing that I would have done differently is brought more blankets and towels because in terms of linens, there weren't much other than the bare, bare, necessities (that we found at least, maybe we missed them...) when we stayed. Other than that, and the fact that the gate, when exiting seemed to be a little tricky, you have to drive slowly up to it in order for it to open, so you can exit the property, but overall, we were very happy campers here and certainly plan to go back in the future when we visit our family in Oviedo.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a blast!

House was clean and private. 45 minutes to SeaWorld and Discovery Cove. Easy check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oviedo Stay

We enjoyed our stay there very much.Beautiful view of the lake. Met the owner.Very nice man and accommodating.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and beautiful view

We stayed here bc our adult children live in Geneva and it’s close to them. We enjoyed the house. It’s very spacious. Very nice patio area and walking distance to black hammock restaurant was def a plus. Could use a few updates on bedding and kitchen utensils but would def stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kesia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

We loved our stay on the lake. Next time we want to make time for air boating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our circumstances

Everything was great except the jacuzzi tub did not work, the sliding glass doors do not lock( they look like they do, but if you pull on them they will open). My dog and I loved the long walkway from the gate. Nice views! We were there working so did not have a chance to do anything fun. It was clean and comfortable and close to our project.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kara M., Atoka

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The spacious Gator Den

We travel several times a year to visit our children and grandchildren and have stayed in different locations each time. We wanted to stay a little closer this time since the grandchildren are in school. We chose Gator Den for its central location and spacious kitchen yet not in a neighborhood. Gator Den has a gated entry and long scenic driveway. We had an early thanksgiving dinner with the family while visiting. The house has plenty of room to visit or just relax. There was a cold spell when we got there so we didn’t see any alligators out back until the last day. When our children and grandchildren came to visit they would walk around the large beautiful yard with my husband. I did what I could being disabled. The Black Hammock restaurant is almost right next door and had great food plus 2 for 1 margaritas. We especially enjoyed the airboat ride. While on the airboat we were able to see several alligators, lots of different birds and a bald eagle since It had begun to warm back up a couple days before we left. All the employees are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019