10/10 Excellent
Nicki D.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Nicki D.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
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Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium
Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to University of Florida
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61012 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gainesville, FL
- Place, University of Florida6 min walk
- Place, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium2 min drive
- Place, Shands at the University of Florida4 min drive
- Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Groovy Gator Grotto - Walk to the Stadium
Step back into the charm of the 1950s while enjoying all the modern comforts of today! Our beautifully updated all-brick vintage bungalow is located in historic Hibiscus Park—just a short walk to the University of Florida.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy living room with plenty of seating and a large smart TV, perfect for game day or movie night. The master bedroom features a comfy queen bed, its own smart TV, and a private half bath. The front bedroom also offers a queen bed, smart TV, and abundant natural light. The third bedroom is perfect for families or groups, with a trundle twin bed and an additional pull-out mattress—making it easy to sleep up to 6 guests.
The bright and cheerful kitchen is outfitted with plantation shutters, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances—ideal for whipping up meals or snacks before heading out.
Step outside to enjoy the fenced, manicured backyard. Relax on the spacious deck with outdoor dining, gather around the brick fire pit, or play a round of corn hole beneath the shade of mature trees.
Whether you’re here for Gator games, exploring Gainesville, or just soaking up the neighborhood charm, our home offers the perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy living room with plenty of seating and a large smart TV, perfect for game day or movie night. The master bedroom features a comfy queen bed, its own smart TV, and a private half bath. The front bedroom also offers a queen bed, smart TV, and abundant natural light. The third bedroom is perfect for families or groups, with a trundle twin bed and an additional pull-out mattress—making it easy to sleep up to 6 guests.
The bright and cheerful kitchen is outfitted with plantation shutters, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances—ideal for whipping up meals or snacks before heading out.
Step outside to enjoy the fenced, manicured backyard. Relax on the spacious deck with outdoor dining, gather around the brick fire pit, or play a round of corn hole beneath the shade of mature trees.
Whether you’re here for Gator games, exploring Gainesville, or just soaking up the neighborhood charm, our home offers the perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gainesville
Gainesville is home to this holiday home. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Gainesville, FL
What's nearby
- University of Florida - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- University of Florida Bat Houses - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
- Florida Museum of Natural History - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
- Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Las Carretas - 3 min drive
- Mi Apá Latin Café - 15 min walk
- PDQ Fresh Tenders - 15 min walk
- Checkers - 12 min walk
- New Deal Cafe - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
April K.
17 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Game Day Stay
April K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
LINDA C.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gator gem
LINDA C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
ROMULO H.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully maintained home in Gainesville
ROMULO H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend at the Grotto!
Kathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Shawn Poole
Languages:
English
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