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Grove City, Florida History:
Nestled between Englewood and South Gulf Cove, Grove City is an unincorporated community with a rich past that often gets overshadowed by its better-known neighbors. The town’s name pays tribute to its origins—this area was once blanketed with citrus groves, particularly oranges and grapefruits, which were shipped north via rail and barge. Early settlers found the land fertile and well-drained, perfect for both agriculture and homesteading. Grove City was never formally incorporated, which allowed it to retain a laid-back, rustic feel even as other areas developed rapidly. It became a favorite spot for seasonal residents, retirees, and tradespeople who wanted access to the Gulf without the tourist traffic of Boca Grande or the structured zoning of Port Charlotte. Fascinating Tidbits:
One of Grove City's few remaining original buildings is the Grove City General Store, a gathering place for locals in the early 1900s and still remembered fondly by long-time residents.
There are persistent local rumors of Prohibition-era bootlegging, with old-timers claiming moonshine was transported via hidden canals to avoid detection.
The Grove City Yacht Club is less of a yacht club and more of a neighborly marina and bait shack—though its members might still jokingly wear captain’s hats on the weekends.
Some believe Grove City is home to a buried time capsule, allegedly created by local schoolchildren in the 1960s, though its location has been lost to history (or perhaps just to overgrown palmettos).
The town sits adjacent to Stump Pass, a narrow inlet between Lemon Bay and the Gulf that has shifted and changed course over the years, swallowing docks and depositing treasures.
Grove City may not be a dot on every map, but it holds a distinct identity—part blue-collar, part beach-town bohemian. Its mix of canal homes, old Florida bungalows, and relaxed residents makes it a hidden gem with real personality.