Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Walk to Lake Jesup
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Balcony
Explore the area
Oviedo, FL
Lake Jesup
Place, Lake Jesup
1 min walk
University of Central Florida
Place, University of Central Florida
20 min drive
Universal Studios Florida
Place, Universal Studios Florida
40 min drive
Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings.
Gator Mansion offers luxury with 6 bedrooms and 5 baths, perfect for large groups. Enjoy a spacious living area with a 55-inch flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped kitchen featuring marble countertops and an island. Three bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Relax on the upstairs balcony with serene views. Guests receive discounts on airboat rides and dining at nearby Black Hammock Adventures. Optional add-on: Gator Cove. Dog-friendly with prior approval and fee.
• Self check-in (keyless entry) • Door code sent morning of arrival
• Available during your stay: – Messaging / phone support – Local recommendations – Issue resolution
🚨 24/7 emergency support available
🌴 Near Black Hammock & Lake Jesup • Wildlife, nature, scenic views
🎉 Nearby attractions: • Airboat rides (20% off discount available) • Black Hammock Restaurant (10% off Dining)
📍Distance to: • Hwy 417 – 5 min • Publix – 10 min • Shopping – 15 min • UCF – 20 min • Boombah Sports – 20 min • Orlando attractions – ~40 min • Winter Park – 30 min • Orlando Speedway – 30 min • Daytona Beach – ~1 hr
✔ Quiet, non-touristy location
🔑 Full property access
Includes: • All 6 bedrooms • All 5 bathrooms • Kitchen + living areas • Balcony + patios + back porch • Door code provided on morning of check-in
🚗 Free on-site parking
📹 Security: • Outdoor cameras only (no indoor cameras)
🏠 Layout • 2-story home • Hard floors downstairs, carpet upstairs
🛏 Bedrooms • 6 total – 2 downstairs – 4 upstairs • Each bedroom has patio access
🛋 Living Area • Open-concept • Bluetooth + AUX sound system
🌴 Outdoor • Private patios (upstairs + downstairs) • Large back porch • Outdoor seating + relaxation space
🛍️ Starter Supplies Provided • paper towels • toilet paper • 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 or for additional supplies
🚗 Car recommended
• Easy access to Hwy 417 • Quick drive to Oviedo & Orlando
🚕 Rideshare available: • Uber • Lyft
🅿️ Free parking on-site (up to 4 vehicles)
🚫 No parties or events 🔇 Quiet residential area – respect neighbors 1 visiting guest per reserved guest allowed; no overnight visitors without approval
🐶 Pets: $50 fee (no cats) 🚭 No smoking ($200 fee if violated)
🚗 Parking: • Up to 4 vehicles included • Fees for extra vehicles, trucks, RVs, trailers
🔌 No EV charging
🧾 Required before check-in: • Pre-arrival form • Signed rental agreement
💡 Please turn off outdoor lights when not in use
⏰ Check-in/Out Times: - Check-in: 4pm - Check-out: 10am - Early/late check-out for $50 when available
✔️ 📝 Other Things To Note: - Cleaning Fee: $230 (taxable) 🧹🧼 - Security deposit or damage insurance required - Cancellation refunds (if applicable) will be issued less any credit card processing fees
👪 🐊 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.
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Gator Nest: Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Excellent for a relaxing, nature getaway . New! Bring your own boat and enjoy fishing right from the house
Oviedo
Gator Nest: Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, sleeps 6. Excellent for a relaxing, nature getaway . New! Bring your own boat and enjoy fishing right from the house
Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
a photo of the license plate is required for all vehicles staying overnight on the property. Please text the picture upon arrival to 4077545450
All accommodations are non-smoking
NO parties. Guests staying in the home may host 1 visiting guest each.
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Property # 7262694ha
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Oviedo
Located in Oviedo, this vacation home is in a rural area. Waterford Lakes Town Center and Lake Mary Farmer's Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wekiwa Springs State Park and Black Hammock Wilderness Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Addition Financial Arena, or consider a night out at Conduit.
University of Central Florida - 20 min drive - 17.5 km
Kia Center - 30 min drive - 42.4 km
Universal Orlando Resort - 39 min drive - 56.0 km
Universal Studios Florida - 40 min drive - 56.0 km
Getting around
Sanford Station - 27 min drive
Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
7 Brew - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings.?
As of Aug 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings. on Aug 16, 2026 start from $724, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gator Mansion: Spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bath home, sleeps 12. Perfect for family gatherings. located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Lake Jesup, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Hammock Wilderness Area and Overlook Park. Bark Park at Shane Kelly Park and Trotwood Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
House was very clean, only complaint I have is that the living room furniture, sofas and chair need updating. They have been given a good deal of use and the covers are torn and seating is actually broken. The restaurant next door has the best French fries I’ve had and shouldn’t be missed plus the alligator hamburgers. Shops, supermarkets, pharmacies are about a 10 minute car ride, otherwise there is nothing near the house, which makes it a quiet relaxing place to stay. Grounds are beautifully maintained. Recommend house for large family or family reunions:
We had a great stay for a large group. Rented 2 of the houses next to each other and it was perfect for us. The host was very responsive. Would most definitely rent this again.
Property was close to our granddaughters wedding venue which was great. Fans in several bedrooms very noisy so wouldn't use them. Paper towels/toilet paper were on the cheap side and 1 spare garbage bag. I expected better supplies for the money spent. I would still stay again IF there is a need. (Maybe bring my own supplies)
Joel was great, the Mansion was very nice but could use a new light bulb over the stove and a grill outside. The restaurant was a good surprise as we enjoyed several meals from there. Thanks for an enjoyable stay.
Great house for a large family reunion...the bedrooms were super comfortable and it is always great to have tons of bathrroms. We had a great visit...we would book again if we were in the area.
House was exactly as advertised & accommodated our group of 5 moms & 5 teen girls for a local sport event. It had all the amenities we needed (toilet paper, paper towels, bedding, towels, etc.). It is in a quiet area within a few minutes of the highway & 7-10 minutes of everything you could need (restaurants, grocery stores, etc.). Would definitely stay there again!
House was nice only part that I didn’t care for is there was no tv’s in the room. It could have said that in the listing honestly I didn’t read it. Everything else was good. There’s a bar walking distance so that was a bonus.
Our host was very communicative and helpful, especially, as one of the guests left behind a personal item that they were able to locate and return to us. The home had plenty of room for our 8 guests and the interior was in good shape. The only minor issues we found (to us) were that one bedroom had a barn door, and a couple of lights were burned out. Overall, we were very satisfied with the home and would recommend it to others.
Loved staying at this property to get the whole gang together. Was very spacious and clean. Cristina was extremely helpful about accommodating our family. Would love to book here in the future.
what a great place for a large family to stay. the house was clean, we had plenty of space. the grand kids loved the airboat ride. the family had a great time at dinner.
Great house for my siblings and I to stay while visiting our parents. Plenty of room, comfortable beds and comfortable furniture. It was nice for each of us to have our own bedroom with bathroom.
Good communication with owner as well.
Very reasonable price was nice.
My family came to Florida for my nephews graduation in Orlando. It was a great house. We loved the Black Hammock and the airboat ride. My whole family loved the Gator Mansion.
John P.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2022
Thank you for staying with us John. We are glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again.
So perfect for five sisters and some of the family to gather and reconnect. Our niece and family came all the way from Scotland! She was raised in Orlando, but was her tc congratulate her Mom for 50 years at Disney World. Such an honor! Will re-book again and again. Thank you!
We rented this house and the adjacent cottage 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. The houses are comfortably and thoughtfully furnished. Communication with the host was easy. I highly recommend this rental for anyone with a large group to accommodate.
Suzanne M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
TishH
Oct 2, 2024
Review
We truly enjoyed our stay. There was ample amounts of space in the homes as well as enough equipment (kitchen) needed for our time there. Big thanks to Christina for her assistance, answering the phone, getting back to us promptly and just being readily available at anytime to make sure we were good. Much appreciated.
The place is over priced for cleanest. The place was filthy
Gloria W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 14, 2023
Thank you for your feedback Gloria and for taking my call to explain your review. I understand the house was generally clean but there were a few more specific deep clean items that were not up to our standards. I know my cleaning team did come over immediately to address some of your concerns and the more extensive ones, like removing the light fixtures outside to clean them, was done after you checked out. I thank you again for bringing these items to my attention to address. As discussed over the phone it seems like the majority of your stay was good, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to Orlando next year. Thank you for staying with us.
About the host
Hosted by Christina
Joel Martin was born in Paris, France. His family moved to Africa when he was young, and there he grew up surrounded by the magnificent wildlife. He spent a lot of his youth out in the jungles hunting snakes, alligators and other creatures. His survival skills were honed by his many African and Malgache friends.
He returned to France to do his tour of duty. He chose to be in the Navy which had their base at Toulon, in the beautiful south of France. After his tour of duty was over, he settled in Corsica, where he opened a restaurant and nightclub. He also had a small ranch where he could ride his horses.
After 12 years spent in Corsica, he decided to open a franchise of mini supermarkets in several ski resorts in the French Alps.
The lure of the French Riviera drew Joel and family. There he went to open a real estate company. But all plans changed in 1996, when he won a green card and was allowed to emigrate to America. Without hesitation, he packed up the family and moved to the States. Joel chose Florida as he enjoys the heat and humidity, so reminiscent of his youth.
His choice of lifestyle led him to the Oviedo area where he could live in the country and keep his horse. On a morning walk one day he discovered that not 5 minutes away is the Black Hammock Restaurant, on lovely Lake Jesup, with it’s mangroves and alligators. Now he knows he is in paradise! He is at home just as he was in Africa. Joel obtained his American Citizenship, fully living out his AMERICAN DREAM!
To further improve Black Hammock Adventures' air boat business Joel obtained his Master Airboat License. He, as well as all of Black Hammock's airboat pilots, have their Master Airboat Captain License.
Why they chose this property
beautiful property on more than 5 acres with lake access
built for vacation rental in october 2018
What makes this property unique
Close to Orlando or Sanford Airport 5 minutes from 417 but still in rural Oviedo 10% off at local Black Hammock Restaurant during your stay 20% off airboat rides at Black Hammock Adventures during your stay 2-4-1 Margaritas all day every day at the Lazy Gator Bar less than 1 mile away
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests