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Exterior
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oviedo, FL
  • Lake Jesup
    โ€ช2 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Oviedo Medical Center
    โ€ช9 min driveโ€ฌ
  • University of Central Florida
    โ€ช14 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    โ€ช36 min driveโ€ฌ

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About the neighborhood

Oviedo

This villa places you next to Lake Jesup and within a 10-minute drive of Overlook Park. The villa includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Jesup - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oviedo Medical Center - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Black Hammock Wilderness Area - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • University of Central Florida - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • โ€ชFordโ€™s Garage - โ€ฌ8 min drive
  • โ€ชStarbucks - โ€ฌ8 min drive
  • โ€ชChipotle Mexican Grill - โ€ฌ8 min drive
  • โ€ชSonic Drive-In - โ€ฌ8 min drive
  • โ€ชPanera Bread - โ€ฌ8 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 Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12.

Welcome to Gator Palace in Oviedo, Floridaโ€”a spacious, two-story villa perfect for large families, comfortably sleeping 10 guests with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Situated on 5 serene acres, it's near Lake Jesup and Black Hammock Airboat Rides, and a short drive from Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios. Enjoy amenities like free Wi-Fi, smart TV, a full kitchen, and a washer/dryer. Dog-friendly with approval. Guests receive 20% off airboat rides, 10% off dining, and 2-for-1 margaritas.

Gator Palace offers keyless entry for a seamless check-in experience. We respect your privacy, so there is no mandatory contact unless you need us. Our team is available 24/7 to assist with any emergencies or for non-emergent issues or questions that may arise during your stay please feel free to reach out anytime between 9am and 8pm. Enjoy your time in peace, knowing we're here to help whenever you need us.

๐ŸŽ‰ 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

๐Ÿ”‘ Guest Access
- Property manager available for emergencies 24/7 ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ๐Ÿšจ
- Entire property accessible
- Outdoor cameras only
- Keyless entry; door code provided 1-3 hours before arrival

Gator Palace includes free wifi and a smart tv for watching all of your favorite series on Netflix, Hulu, and more! The home is fully furnished including sheets, blankets, pillows, towels for use in the house, and toilet paper. It features all necessary appliances including a washer and dryer for guests to do laundry. As an added bonus, when you stay in this home you will receive 20% off your airboat ride, 10% off restaurant dining, and 2-4-1 margaritas in the bar at Black Hammock.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Kitchen Amenities
Fully equipped kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, and utensils
Drip coffee pot provided (Please bring your own coffee)

๐Ÿ›๏ธ 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. Please use designated parking spots. Public transportation picks up on the main road, roughly 1 mile away.

๐Ÿ  House Rules
- Pets: $50 fee, no cats ๐Ÿถ
- No Parties ๐Ÿšซ๐ŸŽ‰
- 1 visiting guest per reserved guest allowed; no overnight visitors without approval
- Parking for up to 4 vehicles included; additional fees for more than 4, large trucks, RVs, and trailers
- No EV charging ๐Ÿ”Œ
- Completed pre-arrival form and signed rental conditions required prior to check-in

๐Ÿ‘ช ๐ŸŠ 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.

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

โœ”๏ธ ๐Ÿ“ Other Things To Note:
- Cleaning Fee: $230 (taxable) ๐Ÿงน๐Ÿงผ
- Security deposit or damage insurance required
- All accommodations are non-smoking; $200 fee for smoking indoors ๐Ÿšญ
- Boat slip available for rent - $20/day
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Christina

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

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

  • Unit size: 3,200 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

Pets

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this villa?

This villa is located in Oviedo, just steps from Lake Jesup. You'll also find Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Overlook Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't offer parking.

Is this villa adjacent to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

Is Gator Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12. good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this villa, including a kitchen and Netflix in each villa and kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Gator Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12.?

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

Does this villa offer breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this villa have connecting rooms?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is 10.8 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is located 27 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gator Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12.?

Yes, every villa at Gator Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12. comes with a deck.

Gator Palace: Stylish 5-bedroom, 4-bath home, with upstairs loft. Sleeps 12. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place!

This place was perfect! Exactly as pictured - even better!! We stayed for a family wedding and could not be happier with the size and layout of the house and the property location in regards to all major attractions in Central Florida! The place was immaculate and well-stocked! The rooms were very comfortable and big - the many bathrooms were so nice. Next door is a gator attraction with a pub and gift shop - highly highly recommend - especially the boat tours!! We would DEFINITELY stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob P., NAPLES

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property in nice neighborhood

Worked well for our team. Lots of room for teenagers to lay around
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louann H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing properties and flexibility!

This review is actually for Gator Manor, as we upgraded prior to our stay. The property managers were so flexible in helping us do so, and were so gracious in providing accommodations for me and my family. We were able to host a small gathering for family during my wedding weekend, and got so many compliments on the property. It is truly a beautiful house and highly recommend to those who need to host larger family gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M., The Villages

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Christina was excellent, and gave excellent customer service. Very disappointed to arrive at four and the house had not been clean, sheets changed, etc.. Cleaners came to clean the floors at 11 at night. Otherwise, the property was great and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

The house was perfect for our overflow family much better than multiple hotel rooms we were celebrating a military retirement so it enabled the family a place to stay when not at the event. The layout is perfect and accommodating. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

The house was spacious and the locations of the bedrooms offered plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hung H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house

I met the owners super nice guy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Needs TLC

It's another rental home. We had our family there. This place is worn down. We could not get in until the exact minute which was wrong because one of the AC units was off. When we got in the side of the house AC was indeed off. We kicked it on. The other side was warm. Then it started. The fridge did not work for water or ice. Really? In Florida? The towels smelled musty. The main bath had broken towel hangers. The faucet handle was loose. Overall, just the worn down feeling. We were not impressed. We all live in south Florida so are all accustomed to AC issues. But to have it off is simply wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Game Day

It was a wonderful place for old college buddies to gather from around the country to support their team vs UCF!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

Rented for my wedding party since weโ€™re from out of town. It was just what we needed. Nice house, no traffic noises, good amount of rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overbearing Property Management

Great house, overbearing property management group. Property management showed up to the property 5 times during our quick 2 night stay to harass me and my guests about cars parked in the driveway (which was private mind you). Imagine not leaving the property until 2 cars (both of which werenโ€™t interfering with literally anything) until these cars were moved? On a private driveway.. Nickel and Dime- Wouldnโ€™t let me check in an hour or two early, was trying to charge me even though the house was ready and unoccupied. Originally said if the house was ready, they would allow us early access. Then, replying to my inquiry to check in early, they reverted back to an extra $50 charge. Also tried threatening to charge me for the โ€œextra carsโ€ aka my friends vehicles whom werenโ€™t staying at the property that met us for the event we attended. Hosts claimed we were throwing a party, in reality the 6 guests played board games and drinking games to ourselves. Imagine feeling like you were being watched at your own vrbo? Thatโ€™s what it constantly felt like receiving this barrage of texts and random visits over the 48 hour duration of our stay. Would not recommend if you want a relaxing and joyous experience with friends or family. At one point we even had a person walk straight into our property without being invited (we think this was a neighbor or someone from the property management group). That might catch a lot of guests off guard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jared s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gator paradise

We stayed at the gator palace and used our gator tags to hunt. Right by the ramp we went out and got two good size gators. House was great, host was great, very relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Gator Palace

The property was nice overall, however, the listing said it sleeps 12 people and when I contacted the owner to make sure that there was enough utensils, pots, pans, dished, cups, etc. they assured me that there was enough for the amount of people that the property could sleep. This in fact was not true. There was a total of 10 people 5 of which were actually staying at the house but there was not enough seating for dinner, not enough forks, not enough cups, not enough coffee mugs, etc. for all of us when we had our meals. We also could not have the multiple small appliances going at the same time without blowing a fuse. That was very inconvenient when cooking for 10 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Jacksonville, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation Central

We had family in town to celebrate our daughterโ€™s Doctorate graduations. This house was a fantastic place for us all to gather. The spacious house and nice layout was perfect. We had multiple elderly relatives with us so the bedrooms all being in the first floor was perfect for us! It was conveniently located near the restaurant and the air boat ridesโ€ฆwe took advantage of both.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gator Palace Paradise

This gem was portrayed very accurately in the listing. The house was very spacious and clean. Our two grandsons loved sleeping in the loft away from the adults. The area was very quiet and peaceful with grocery store and shopping close by. We were there in March and my only concern was lowest temp for AC was 74, might be a bit warm in the summer, but ceiling fans in every room was very helpful. This home would comfortably sleep 12 people, loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K., Chico, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Gator Palace was comfortable and provided a great combination of space for shared family time and privacy for adults traveling together. More towels and more cups/ glasses would be appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large groups

We had a family gathering at this location to meet with family that lives in Oviedo. The location was perfect, had great scenery out the windows and was comfortable. There was enough room for everyone to find a space to relax if needed as well as gather together at the large dining table. We had a great experience. I only wish we were there long enough to try out the other amenities offered by Black Hammock.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K., Panama City, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Daughter wedding

Great property. Large house. Loft pullout was broken and not able to be used. Bedrooms and bathrooms were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virline J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A pleasant and quiet getaway

This was a quiet, pleasant and comfortable atmosphere that met our specific needs. I loved it and would stay there again, I also would recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott H., Hilton Head Island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Gator Palace

We had a good stay at the Gator Palace. As others have said, make sure to to check sunsets at the Lazy Gator Bar. We ate at the Black Hammock Restaurant, and Anna's Polish Restaurant in Winter Park. The Black Hammock was good, but Anna's was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S., Lithia, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise Retreat

Spacious house with plenty of room to visit with family in a home setting. It was nice having a big place for everyone to stay together while in town for my son's wedding. I appreciated having all the bedrooms on the first floor, several of which had their own bathroom. Having the Black Hammock Restaurant within walking distance was a treat! The children loved seeing the birds and alligators! The food was delicious too. Thank you for providing a great place to stay in Orlando
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Pam V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for families

In town for a family wedding and it was great that a bunch of us could stay together! This was a great space for that. Owner was very responsive when we had to ask for bedding for the sleeper sofa instead of it being there on arrival. A little minimalistic on things like trash bags (only 1extra provided, for example). Also, a shelf of some sort in the master bath shower would be helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Had a great stay- some issues were only providing 2 towels and 2 hand towels (no wash cloths) in each bathroom and the whole house really needs repainting. Close proximity to the Black Hammock Resturant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience as always..

Our annual trip was great as expected. See you in 2022.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Softball stay

Very nice property only issue was only 1 wash cloth per bathroom no big deal went to the store an bought more
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021