Orange Grove Hotel

Description

Picture waking up to the sweet scent of citrus wafting through your window at the Orange Grove Hotel. I recently stayed here and fell in love with this charming boutique property that perfectly captures Florida’s agricultural heritage. The hotel sits amid working orange groves, giving guests a unique farm-to-table experience you won’t find at typical beach resorts.

The rooms blend modern comfort with rustic elegance – think hardwood floors, locally-crafted furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame those gorgeous grove views. Y’know what I loved most? Stepping onto my private balcony each morning to watch the sunrise paint the endless rows of orange trees in golden light. Pure magic!

Key Features

• 45 thoughtfully-designed rooms and suites, each with private balcony or patio
• Farm-fresh restaurant serving grove-to-table cuisine
• Infinity pool overlooking the citrus groves
• Complimentary orange grove tours and citrus tastings
• Full-service spa using local citrus-based products
• Meeting spaces for up to 100 guests
• Seasonal fruit-picking experiences
• On-site juice bar with fresh-squeezed offerings
• Cooking classes featuring citrus-inspired dishes
• Evening fire pit gatherings with s’mores
• Free parking and WiFi throughout property
• Pet-friendly rooms available (with advance notice)

Best Time to Visit

Listen, I gotta tell ya – timing your visit right makes all the difference here. The peak orange season runs November through April, which is when you’ll get the full grove experience. The weather’s perfect then too – warm sunny days and cool evenings that are just right for those fire pit gatherings I mentioned.

December through February offers the most magical experience, in my opinion. That’s when the trees are heavy with ripe fruit and the whole property smells amazing. Plus, you can join the harvest activities! Spring brings beautiful orange blossoms, but summer gets pretty hot and humid (though rates are lower then).

How to Get There

Getting to this slice of citrus paradise is actually pretty straightforward. From Orlando International Airport, you’re looking at about a 45-minute drive. But honestly? The journey itself is part of the experience – you’ll pass through some of Florida’s most scenic backroads and small towns.

If you’re driving from Tampa, plan for roughly an hour and a half on the road. The hotel offers shuttle service from both airports, but I’d recommend renting a car. That way you can explore the surrounding area at your own pace. Trust me, there are some amazing local spots you won’t wanna miss!

Tips for Visiting

After spending several days here, I’ve got some insider tips that’ll help you make the most of your stay. First up – book one of the upper-floor rooms facing west. The sunset views over the groves are absolutely incredible!

Make sure to join the morning grove tour – it happens at 9am daily and the guide shares fascinating details about citrus farming. And don’t skip the juice-making workshop – it’s hands-on fun and you get to take home your own blend!

Pack comfortable walking shoes cause you’ll want to explore the grounds. Bug spray comes in handy during evening activities (though the hotel provides some). Oh, and bring a light sweater for those fire pit gatherings – Florida evenings can get surprisingly cool.

Pro tip: the restaurant’s orange-glazed French toast is to die for – but it’s only available during weekend brunch. Make a reservation cause it fills up fast!

If you’re coming with kids, sign them up for the “Little Farmers” program. They’ll love picking their own fruit and learning about grove life. And definitely try to schedule at least one spa treatment – the citrus sugar scrub left my skin feeling amazing for days.

Remember to check the events calendar before booking. They host some really cool seasonal festivities, like the Citrus Festival in January and moonlight grove dinners during full moons. These special events tend to sell out months in advance, so plan ahead!

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