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Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat.

Cottage in Oviedo with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Oviedo, FL
  • Place, Lake Jesup
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Central Florida
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Seminole County Sports Complex
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oviedo

This cottage places you next to Lake Jesup and within a 10-minute drive of Barr Street Trailhead. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Jesup - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Oviedo Medical Center - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Black Hammock Wilderness Area - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • University of Central Florida - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oviedo Bowling Center - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ellianos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dragon City - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Pinball Lounge - ‬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 Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat.

Enjoy a relaxing stay at Gator Cove, a cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with a fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, and smart TV. Located near Black Hammock Adventures, guests receive 20% off airboat rides and 10% off dining. Explore nearby Oviedo's shopping, dining, and entertainment. Optional add-on: Gator Mansion (6 bedrooms, 5 baths) when available. Pet-friendly (dogs only, $50 fee, 50lb limit).
Boat Slip available for 20$/day

Sorry, no parties allowed.

At Gator Cove, our team is dedicated to ensuring you have a seamless and enjoyable stay. Guests can easily reach out to us for any assistance or inquiries. Whether you need help with booking airboat rides or recommendations for dining and activities in Oviedo, we're here to help. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and memorable experience, so don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or special requests.

Check-in is contactless so you will only have to meet with us if you want to.

Nearby travel destinations:
Black Hammock Adventures <1 minute
Sanford Airport 20 minutes
Orlando Airport 30 minutes
New Smyrna Beach 55 minutes
Cocoa Beach 1 Hour
Disney World 40 minutes
Seaworld 40 minutes
Universal 40 minutes
Boombah Baseball Fields (both) 20 minutes away
Orlando Speedway 25 minutes
Check out the brochure in the house for more things to do!

🔑 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)

🎉 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

🛍️ 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 🚭
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: 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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 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

Only toilet tissue is to be flushed...ABSOLUTELY NO feminine products or wipes.
NO parties. Guests staying in the home may host 1 visiting guest each
All accommodations are non-smoking

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

23617412-1886-46a9-a3ff-4d0f7cc4a136
Gator Cove 2bedroom 1 Bathroom Cottage in Rural Oviedo

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Oviedo, just steps from Lake Jesup. You'll also find Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Barr Street Trailhead within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat. a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is 11.1 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is located 27.1 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat.?

Yes, every accommodation at Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat. comes with a deck.

Reviews

Gator Cove: Quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage, sleeps 4. Great for a peaceful retreat. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K., Panama City, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July Holiday

Came to enjoy 4th of July with family and friends. We took an enjoyable air boat ride at Black Hammock. Enjoyed the food trucks and entertainment and fireworks at Winter Springs Park
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Provided my feedback directly to the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy time

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert T.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alyson H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Adult kids live near UCF so for my birthday rented this property. Loved the location away from business around UCF.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Like Home

Great experience. Perfect place for our extended family. Very comfortable. Well done! Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri W.

Sweet & Cozy

My husband and I just stayed here for the weekend. It was exactly what the write up said online, the cottage was sweet and cozy. Cleanliness: the bathroom could have used a little bit more attention to detail, other than that everything else was very clean. The property: The cottage is definitely remote. We were the only ones staying in that particular area. All the other houses and cottages were empty. The grounds of the cottage were pretty, the grass immediately around the cottage was cut, but it would’ve been nice if the entire lot was cut to be able to sit out back and really enjoy the view without looking at high grass. The beds: We stayed in back bedroom which was nice and had a door out to the patio. The mattress was not as firm as we would have liked it but it also wasn’t hateful. Communication: Joel & Christina were very nice to deal with (via message). They were always very quick to get back to me. The check-in process: Very easy. I was sent a message within two hours of checking in with all the information needed, from Wi-Fi password to the front door code. It was perfect for our weekend getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path in Orlando

I really enjoyed my stay at the Black Hammock Cottage. I was looking for a peaceful place to stay close to Orlando so I could visit my son. It was outside of the city, but close enough to get to anything we needed like restaurants, gas stations and grocery stores. The place was clean and stocked with what we needed when we arrived. I also visited the bar on the 4th of July and enjoyed watching the fireworks at multiple locations across the lake. We did eat at the restaurant one day for lunch and they were extremely friendly and the food was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great For Large Family Gathering

We rented both this cottage and the adjacent larger house for a recent family event in the area. We had a total of 13 people ranging in age from one to ninety. Everyone was very comfortably accommodated. Communication with the host was easy. The houses are comfortably and thoughtfully furnished. I highly recommend this rental, especially if you have a large group to accommodate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael & Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and quiet!

We had an excellent stay at the Cottage! It is located on a very quiet street and all that we needed was provided. The host is wonderful and VERY communicative. Beds are comfortable and the living area is welcoming. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and perfect

This little cottage is absolutely beautiful the details such as granite and the appliances , the backyard views it’s all amazing. The air conditioner works really well and that’s important in Florida of course but it’s on a dead end road and it’s just very peaceful with ample parking a very safe walk to the front door.. another thing the blackout blinds and drapes make the room so you can sleep at anytime of the day or night. It’s amazing I love this place I will stay again. We will stay again. Bowdie and Jenx
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

All was well until…

Staying by the lake in early February was very quiet. I don’t know if it would be as quiet in the height of summer. There is ample parking but it is shared with the larger house next door. There is also quite a long sidewalk to the front door if you are carrying things in. The main room has two comfortable couches and both bedrooms are a nice size with very comfortable beds. There are big closets but no dressers. The kitchen has full size appliances, but was lacking in some cooking items. There were no sheet pans or microwaveable cooking dishes. My problem came with the “starter supplies” which was in the listing. We had one garbage bag for the kitchen. I was told at 9 pm after we emptied the garbage that only “starter supplies” were stocked and they had no extras that could be brought to us. So, bring kitchen trash bags, dishwasher pods, paper towels, leftover containers, teaspoons (there are two) toilet paper (there were two rolls), hand soap and wash cloths (there was one). I was also disappointed that there wasn’t a view of the lake from the cottage, but the Black Hammock restaurant and bar is a short walk and has a lovely view from the back where you can watch the sunset.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Nice and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cottage

This was a nice little cottage. It was clean and the directions were clear to get there. The internet was in and out most of the weekend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This was just as described. Very clean and quiet surroundings. We were there for 3 weeks. The only thing I would suggest isa small or stick vacuum for cleaning. 3 weeks is long to go without the floors being vacuumed. A broom is not enough. Otherwise thank you so much for a beautiful vacation
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Kristopher S., Commerce City, Colorado

Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be nice but DIRTY

It could be a nice place but you can tell nobody puts any pride into it. The floors were so dirty they would turn the bottoms of your feet black within minutes. The owner sent someone to "clean" but they need hours of work, not a 20 minute swiffer job. All the kitchen stuff dirty when we arrived and we had to spend time cleaning it before fixing dinner. When using the shower the water backs up and you are ankle deep in a yellow tinted water. The listing says "brand new property", maybe years ago. The corrosion on the shower head and drain tell a different story, that doesn't happen overnight. There was also a large active wasp nest on the back patio that was quite stressful. We thought we would also support the restaurant they have and took a bunch of family there, that was a big mistake. They left off my order and when I finally got it it was not only wrong, but I had to go get it myself from another building because everyone in our party had already finished their meals. The only saving grace for this property was that it was very quiet and we did sleep well each night. Other renters around us were well behaved and respected the quiet hours.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolene T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for a Romantic Getaway!

The Gator Cove Cottage was a great place for my wife and I to get away for a 3 day weekend together. The open floor plan between the kitchen and living room was really nice. There was easily enough room for another couple to have stayed in the other bedroom. The views out the windows were beautiful. We ate dinner at the Black Hammock on Saturday and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We would gladly stay here again and would recommend this property to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

As was advertised

Loved staying at this VRBO. It was exactly as described. Will most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Roxann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing quiet getaway

It was a nice relaxing quiet getaway. The restaurant and bar has just reopened from the hurricanes so food was limited and not so good. We were under the impression there would be a New Years Eve party with a DJ at the bar and that did not happen. But as far as the accomidations they were great and the host was attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Cozy

It was very nice and clean, would recommend and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra K., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

wedding trip

It was great staying next door to my brother and his family. Very nice being close to my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

The house and location were awesome. It was very remote and very beautiful. We had one issue with the dryer not working but the owner was very responsive and tried to resolve it.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Cottage

Nice little cottage. Quiet surroundings and close to where we needed to be. Enjoyed our time. The hosts were very attentive to any issues we had.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A. A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top Notch!

Clean and Comfortable with room to explore! I'm pretty picky, but truly had an outstanding experience staying in this cottage and plan on returning .
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2022