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HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More!

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Your private pool professionally maintained, optionally heated to 89 degrees!
Enjoy the imported Italian loungers on our expanded pool deck and catch the sun!
Relax in the Comfort of Your Professionally Decorated Vacation Retreat!
The fully-equipped Kitchen with seating for eight overlooks the pool & lanai.
Quality furnishings, comfort and luxury await you in the master suite!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Loughman, FL
  • ChampionsGate Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Reunion Resort Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mystic Dunes Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More!

Located in a beautiful conservation area, with a pool surrounded by an open yard and privacy landscaping, this relaxing villa provides tranquility, comfort and safety, yet is a short ten minute drive to Disney World, with the Magic Kingdom (at the far north end of the property) just five minutes more. You’ll cherish the memories you make in this comfortable 4 bed/2 bath villa located in the heart of the action, but off the beaten path enough to provide you wonderful peace, quiet and safety on your holiday.

(Check out our other properties listed on this site as well, with 50 Reviews! Search ID#s 364847 & 2569005 .)

All Bookings include FREE Travel and Cancellation Insurance! This is administered separately and provides MORE than VRBO cancellation policies... even AFTER you arrive. Augment your protection to cover flights, baggage, and more if you wish. VRBO refund policies DO NOT apply. See Terms and Conditions. Details available on our website.

This home was purpose-rebuilt to exceed the needs and dreams of vacationing couples or moms & dads with the kids along. Pleasant Oak Villa is a comfortable, private four-bedroom home complete with a large open yard, private pool and lanai, just south of Walt Disney World in central Florida; making this the ultimate retreat from which to explore the nearby theme parks, enjoy private time with your family, or a romantic getaway just for two.

Plus, with exterior renovations in March 2019, the home now features a 64' WIDE Pool Deck, the widest pool deck in the entire subdivision! Providing 360 degree sun exposure, you can tan all year long on our imported Italian Sun Loungers! (See photos.)

Pleasant Oak Villa provides all the comforts of home and more – guaranteeing one of the most comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable holidays you’ll experience! Discover how this well-equipped villa provides the perfect base for your Orlando adventure! Meet your hosts and check out our reviews!

Located near Orlando, this fabulous retreat is situated in a nature conservation area 2 miles from the southern boundary of the Walt Disney World property, with quick access to Disney, Universal Studios, Sea World, LegoLand, incredible golf courses, shopping and dining. Other Florida attractions within about an hour’s drive include Daytona Beach and the Atlantic Coast, Tampa and the Gulf Coast, and the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral. The villa is easily reached from Orlando International Airport by I-4 (Interstate Highway) and the Central Florida GreeneWay.

Why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can have all of the comforts of home, plus your own private pool, just 10 minutes away from the excitement of Disney World? The money you will save on restaurant food alone will cover the cost of your rental. Your family will enjoy four separate bedrooms, two bathrooms, a complete kitchen, wide-screen TV and 297 Hi-Def channels, a covered deck and enclosed pool, full laundry and your own games room with basketball, slate pool table, WII and foosball.

How close and convenient are we to Disney World? Disney World is the size of the city of San Francisco, but on most evenings if you listen at the right time, you can hear the fireworks going off at Epcot from our doorstep! You can drive from our driveway to the parking lot of the Magic Kingdom (at the far north end of Disney World) along comfortable, uncongested highways (and only 2 traffic lights) in less than 15 minutes!

Pleasant Oak Villa is close enough for convenience, but just off the beaten path enough to provide you with all the safety, rest, and relaxation you need! Enjoy the sounds of nature and your own family splashing in the clean warm water of your private pool - amidst swaying palms, surrounded by pines and towering oaks; and all bathed in the warm Florida sun!

At night, enjoy the peace and tranquility... stroll down our quiet street and along the path beside the 40-acre natural lake just two blocks away, as an amazing view of the stars turns silently overhead. Take a relaxing dip in the pool before jumping into the shower to rinse your cares away, before crawling into our massive king-size four-poster fantasy bed and snuggling in fine linens as the crickets lull you to sleep.

While right in the heart of all the action, this gem of a home is tucked away in a quiet, beautiful conservation community, allowing you to experience a little bit of the ‘real’ Florida. You won't find gates and security guards here - we don't need them! The area is quiet and safe! When you need to escape the hustle of the theme parks and wind down and cool off, this quality Florida home provides the perfect retreat!

This fully air-conditioned villa comfortably sleeps eight people in FOUR bedrooms, each with their own closet. (We don't use a pull-out sofa bed in order to increase our guest capacity). The master bedroom (King Double Pillow-Top Mattress bed) with its own bathroom and walk-in closet is located on one side of the house, while three double bedrooms (2 Twins, 1 Queen, 2 Twins) and a full bath are located on the other side of the home, providing additional privacy.

A quality, fully-equipped Kitchen with full dining area overlooks the lounge area (living room) and pool area. (When we say 'fully-equipped' we don't mean to typical vacation home standards [some have just a couple of pots and a few plates], we mean ready for you to prepare and enjoy full meals, including all of the dishware & cutlery you need, plus a full set of acrylics for use on the lanai!)

The lounge area opens out to the Lanai (covered deck) which overlooks our professionally-maintained, private pool completely covered by a screened enclosure to keep out insects and debris. The yard is landscaped to provide beauty and privacy from neighbours, and the large spaces in between homes in our area allows you to feel comfortable... not in a fishbowl, but not too alone either. A separate entrance gives access to the pool area from the master bath. Jump out of the pool and right into the shower to warm up and rinse off!

We've visited Florida as a family many times, and our son worked as a cast member at Epcot in Walt Disney World. We've set up our Florida home to make visiting central Florida fun, stress-free, and economical for families just like yours. When you stay at Pleasant Oak Villa, you get our personalized service as a family who knows the area, knows the parks, and knows what you need to have a fabulous Florida family vacation! Plus you get the professional service of skilled business owners with 30 years experience in customer service. We take great care of our guests!

Pleasant Oak Villa provides Exceptional Value!
• We don’t charge a premium for credit card payments.
• We provide complete wash cloths and towels for eight guests and bed linens (two sets for each bed), and separate pool towels!
• Our guests receive access to theme park and other attraction tickets at the guaranteed lowest price.
• Our rates are lower than many comparable facilities with a similar level of service.
• We provide supplies for your use, including
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Dish washing Liquid
- Dishwasher Detergent
- Dish cleaning brush and scrub pads
- Kitchen Trash Bags
- Laundry Soap (enough for 10 loads)
- Liquid Hand Soap (at all sinks)
Most area vacation rentals do not, forcing you to buy and transport household supplies (often much more than you need) while on vacation.

• We provide FREE High-Speed WiFi internet access.
• We have FibreOptic Service TV provided in the lounge, master bedroom and 3rd & 4th bedrooms.
• We provide a telephone with FREE long distance to anywhere in the US & Canada.
• We provide free maps and detailed driving directions to the airport, parks, stores and sources of everything you'll need to make the most of your holiday.
• We make 'extras' that only some guests will want or need optional, so that you only pay for what you will use, instead of building it into our nightly rates and charging ALL guests for them.

OPTIONAL ITEMS:
• During winter months, optional POOL HEATING is usually required at $20/day. We set our heaters warmer and run them longer than most area properties.
• We have a playpen, two strollers, and a high chair available for guest use (please bring your own baby blankets) $5/day.
• We have a large propane fired BBQ with appropriate tools available $5/day. (Others provide 'free' BBQ's but you must run out & buy propane! We provide 2 tanks, operating and a spare so you never run out!)
• Full-size Crib, Bikes, Scooters and other specialty items are easily pre-arranged for our guests at competitive rental rates, with delivery to & pick-up at the villa.

Other Features of Pleasant Oak Villa:
• Automatic self-closing child-secure pool door provides security and protection for your children without annoying alarms to constantly reset
• Our local Professional Maintenance and care assures your comfort and satisfaction (our home is not being run into the ground just to be abandoned in five years)
• Hi-Quality Personalized Service and Planning Assistance provided direct from the Owners - We care about our guests!
• Our cleaners are meticulous and independently inspected to assure quality service and our rave reviews from guests for cleanliness tell us they're doing a great job.
• Our guests receive their own personal online Web Page to manage their reservation at Pleasant Oak Villa, from which you can review and update your reservation details, submit payments, and as your reservation time draws near, download maps, our home manual, and other information.
• We are a properly Licensed Accommodation Provider.

Property manager

Robert
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Trip Cancellation Refunds are provided by separate Insurance coverage, NOT VRBO's refund policies. See our Terms and Conditions for details.
$500 Account/Security Deposit will be due shortly via CC Authorization before arrival. This will be administered directly, and separately from VRBO.
A separate, more detailed booking form must be completed directly with us after your booking on VRBO is made. 5-7 Night Seasonal Minimums apply.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Davenport

Located in Loughman, a neighbourhood in Davenport, this villa is near theme parks. Reunion Resort Golf Course and ChampionsGate Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Old Town and Disney Springs™. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney's Hollywood Studios®. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Loughman, FL

What's nearby

  • ChampionsGate Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Reunion Resort Golf Course - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Mystic Dunes Golf Club - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Old Town - 16 min drive - 18.5 km
  • ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex - 20 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Poinciana Station - 16 min drive
  • Kissimmee Station - 27 min drive
  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Champions Gate - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HUGE Pool Deck 15 mins 2 Disney!❤️360º Sun, Privacy-Games-Chef’s Kitchen +More! located?

This family-friendly Davenport villa is located in Loughman, within 3 mi (5 km) of Providence Golf Club and Reunion Resort Golf Course. ChampionsGate Golf Club and Jack Nicklaus Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristie S.

Perfect vacation home for our family.

This home was beautiful and clean and provided everything needed to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

jason w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed our vacation!

This rental was very clean, with comfortable beds and furniture! It was equipped with everything we needed while there! Pictures and listing information is very accurate and communication was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Enjoyed the property very much it’s a perfect set up for the family. Thank you Robert.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great vacations!!!

We rented for seven days and we enjoyed every single day. The whole family enjoyed the pool. We visited four Disney Parks, and relax the rest of the days. Thanks Robert,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So relaxing!

We absolutely loved our stay here. The house is nice and well kept. It was fully stocked with everything we needed and we were very comfortable. The pool was the highlight of my trip, we spent many hours out by the pool. Our host was very informative and we had all the info we needed for a smooth check in and check out process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended.

Small issue with pool heating on arrival, no fault of owner, who sorted the problem as quick and efficiently as possible. Lovely quiet and relaxing location
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Theo Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem of a Swimming Pool

Very nice and more than enough space for us all. Only we reason I wouldn't stay here again is because there are other parts of the USA we would like to visit. Any issues we did have were quickly resolved by Robert whose communication was excellent.
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

S. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and Relaxing Home

Our family vacationed at this villa at the end of June and had a wonderful time. The home is beautiful, very clean, and had everything we needed during our stay. The pool was great and private unlike some of the other properties we have rented in the past. The whole family enjoyed it. The owner, Robert, is very nice and responded to our concerns and questions quickly. He also gave helpful advices about the area, the parks, etc... We will definitely stay at Pleasant Oak Villa in the future, and will recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ebony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

My stay at Pleasant Oak Villa was wonderful from beginning to end. The house is exactly as described. Well maintained, beyond fully stocked and completely comfortable for my stay. The communication with the owner was always professional and all information needed was sent in a timely manner and any questions answered rapidly. While staying we lost internet connection due to a passing storm and Robert(the owner) was already working on a solution before I even had a chance to reach out about it. I am already planning next stay at this location and would happily give the property and the owners 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G., Southend-On-Sea, Essex, UK

A Wonderful Christmas Retreat

As soon as we arrived, we felt completely at home. The decor of the interior was particularly special, and you could tell that a lot of thought and effort had been put into decorating Pleasant Oak Villa to a high standard. As a family of five adults, the property was perfect for what we needed. The games room was an extra bonus as we enjoyed playing games of pool in the evenings. From start to finish, Robert and Donna were excellent communicators. That alone took a great deal of stress away from us when going through the reservation process. They guided us every step of the way from reservation through to arrival (and beyond!) and provided ample information on the villa and surrounding areas of interest. We were fortunate enough to meet Robert and Donna when we arrived at Pleasant Oak Villa, which was a wonderful surprise and a genuine pleasure. I would like to take this opportunity to thank both of them for opening their home up to us, as it certainly felt that Pleasant Oak was a home from home - not just a villa.

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

A Wonderful Place to Relax

We decided relatively late in the game to spend some time in Florida and weren't sure what type of properties would be available. Not being interested in the theme parks, we had one simple goal: find a property where we could spend some time just hanging out in the Florida sun. Fortunately, we came across this property and quickly booked it. And it was an amazing week thanks to the wonderful accommodations. The neighborhood is quiet and the backyard helps you feel more isolated than most rentals. Our kids made ample use of the pool and we grilled out nearly every evening. The comfort of the beds received thumbs up all around and the living room furniture was perfect for a relaxing movie night. The game room was also a hit with the pool table and basketball game. As we ate in almost every night, we were thrilled that the kitchen was well-stocked with an abundant supply of small appliances and dishware. Robert was super responsive to any questions that we had and it's obvious he takes great pride in the property. Thumbs up all around to our experience.

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Nice Stay

Lovely home in a good location. Nice neighborhood and pretty convenient access to attractions. Everything we wanted out of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

It’s fine

The villa has a nice, warm pool and fit a larger family. The additional green space in the back provides privacy and neighbors didn’t seem to be bothered by music and children playing. However, we encountered problems with several items - grill, WiFi, and bugs. Although each was handled quickly (new grill, additional router information, exterminator), our vacation was inconvenienced and the bugs never went away. Unfortunately, the bugs were found in smaller bathroom and on the kitchen counters. The property manager recaulked the bathroom floor and left cleaning supplies, but several newly purchased food items had to be tossed and remaining items stored in plastic bins for the second half of our stay. Toothbrushes and other toiletries had to be kept off the bathroom counter. The owner requires a second communication platform for information and payment. The additional communication platform resulted in a significant charge not disclosed on vrbo for pool heating. Raised issues always resulted in “pandemic” excuse - you can tell a deep cleaning is overdue. The house manual was outdated and newer information was emailed after the first few days. The house *no longer* includes recycling (even though the printed manual and dry erase board in the home reference it). The game room is a nice idea, but retains heat and has no airflow without keeping the door to the house open causing the house to warm. The patio furniture is rusted and falling apart. A big concern is the front door as it can’t be locked from the inside. This is unsafe and a huge safety concern for young children that can reach and easily open the door unattended. We had to block the door each night to sleep with ease. All marketing references an easy 15 minute drive to Disney. This is absolutely false. The traffic and construction doesn’t allow for it - even late at night or early in the morning, the drive took a minimum of 30 minutes. Lastly, the communication style of owner is not preferred and increased dissatisfaction with home.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Liza R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacay

The place was as described. Had problems with internet first 3 days that we were there. Only had Roku TV with no on time local TV channels. Wouldn't stay there again too many emails from owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week!

Property was exactly as described. The owner provided abundance of helpful information. We had a great stay and would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

peter k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family vacation

Had a great time at Thousand Oaks, location was great for Disney and all local locations. Accommodation was excellent for our family and grandchildren and we all made the most of the pool. highly recommended for family fun. PK Houston
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Very efficient, friendly, professional service.

This villa is well maintained, recent modernisations, clean with everything you need. The owner is very friendly and professional and maintain's excellent contact throughout the booking experience and to support during the stay. The pool area is wonderful and clean, the pool heating was perfect, no issues and always clean and warm. The villa is two minutes from the I4 and 1 minute from local shops like publix. The villa although close to amenities feels very remote and quiet due to the non-overlooked rear outside space which makes for a lovely relaxing holiday. Highly recommend. Having used other villa owners in orlando I definitely recommend Robert. The level of communication and professionalism makes such a difference to ensure a stress free holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham G.

Great place to stay!!

The booking process was easy and the Villa was exactly as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your spacious Villa. The proximity to attractions and local shops was ideal (and the maps with directions were greatly appreciated.) The pool was a great spot to spend the day when we weren't visiting any attractions and the living room was a comfy spot to spend a rainy afternoon. Robert was very helpful answering our questions. He was a courteous and gracious owner. We can't wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Very nice property and excellent process

We had a great stay at this rental. We stayed here with a family of 4 and it was quite spacious and relaxing. The area is secluded and quiet but close enough to Disney that we didn't feel like it was a drive. Process for booking and checking in was very simple, organized and owners kept you information of needed information. The kids enjoyed the heated pool as did we after a long day at Disney. We wouldn't hesitate to book again if we are down in the Disney area again.

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Clean, welcoming and home from home

When we arrived there was a fresh and welcoming feel to the property. We stayed to access all the adventures that Florida offers and it was great to return to the villa each day as it is peaceful and relaxing in a lovely safe neighbourhood. The villa suited our family needs well with the lovely pool and exciting wildlife at times. The living area was relaxing and everyone felt at home which made for a wonderful stay. Thank you Robert for the use of your wonderful villa.

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

Amazing home made our vacation more amazing!!

This was the first time my family and I rented a personal home for vacation. It was a great experience! The home was beautiful and well maintained. There was plenty of space for the 5 of us. The pool was the highlight for our kids. It was nice to see all the pool toys that were available for our use as well. I loved being able to have the space to spread out a bit compared to being in a cramped hotel room. The home is located close to the theme parks and very easy to get back and forth. Publix was super close which was great. I loved having the washer and dryer to wash our clothes before we left. It makes getting home so much easier lol. Rob called while we were there and he was so friendly and easy to talk to. I felt very safe in the neighborhood as well. All the neighbors waved to say hi when they saw us driving by. All the instructions were easy to follow and we had no issues. We would definitely love to stay here again someday! And I would recommend this rental home to anyone looking to stay away from hotels and crowded pools.

6/10 Okay

Jan F., Skillingaryd

Seems nicer,fresher and with more space at the pictures than in reality

With the nice pictures from the homesite in mind we saw forward for the stay. When we arrived our first impression was that the house felt smaller and not so fresh that it seems on the pictures. Unfortunately the pool heater did not work our first week but after we have been in contact with the owner, it was repaired and works the last three days.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

yaakov d.

Wonderful

The vila was graet. There is a lot of space and my kids love the pool snd the game room.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Lovely Villa - Great base for our Holiday

The villa is exactly as described, the kitchen is well equipped and the living area is a great place to relax after a long day at the theme parks. Robert was great to deal with and provided lots of helpful info about the villa/theme parks & surrounding area(s). There was a problem with the pool (completely out of Robert' control) however once reported Robert dealt with it immediately and this was resolved during our stay. The pool was obviously a great feature for fun and relaxation, and we particularly enjoyed the 2 player basket ball game in the garage our games soon became very competitive ! Thank you Robert for a fabulous stay at your lovely villa x

About the host

Hosted by Robert

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We are Robert & Donna. We are a friendly, outgoing couple from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in Western Canada. We have been married for 36 years. Robert designs and builds new homes, and Donna is highly successful as a salesperson of travel trailers and huge fifth-wheels. Robert is a creative whiz with a strong design and writing orientation, and Donna is also a master chef with a huge library of cookbooks, and a very strong artistic and creative flair as well. We LOVE travelling in Florida, and love our villa located just south of Walt Disney World.

We have spent a great deal of time upgrading and tweaking it in order to make our guests feel pampered and comfortable. Without doubt, our villa has some of the nicest interior finishing in our entire subdivision. We have three (now) adult children, the eldest who worked as a cast member at Epcot in Disney's International Program for a year.

Robert is a bit of a theme park buff, and very knowledgeable about the Central Florida area. All of this allows him to provide excellent advice to our villa guests about their trips; what to do, where and when to go, how much time to allow, things suitable for children, etc. We also understand how to 'do' Disney on a small budget, or a big one if that is your taste, and are happy to share our advice and experience with our many guests.

We continue to upgrade and improve out properties, pouring everything they generate back into them in order to provide the best experience we can for our guests.

Why they chose this property

We first stayed in the area in 2003, and completely fell in love with the place! I timed the drive from the driveway to the parking lot of the Magic Kingdom, and it was under fifteen minutes, yet the villa was located in a very quiet and safe conservation sub-division, that was really hidden out of the way. The homes in the area were not built with no personality and right on top of each other like so many vacation rental developments are. As business owners we were intrigued by the aspects of running a vacation rental business, and began watching the real estate listings for the home we had stayed in, and when it came up for sale (six years later), we bought it! The conservation subdivision where our home is located has a good mix of owner residents and vacation homes, so the area is safe and kept in good repair. It is very beautiful, designed around a central 40 acre lake, and is very pleasant for a morning or evening stroll, when one can enjoy many birds, the odd small wildlife and a pleasant 'Hello' from neighbours.

In late 2011, while visiting our first Florida home (which has been a very successful vacation rental for us), we discovered this property was for sale. We were able to immediately purchase it, but knew it would take some work to bring it up to a standard suitable for our guests. After a year of work and renovations (not just decorating - we jack-hammered out floors, moved plumbing, tore out and built walls) we welcomed our first guests in December 2012. Since then we have been accumulating rave reviews!

This particular villa is located at the edge of the development against some tropical forest on the back side of the home where the pool and lanai are situated. The closest rear neighbor is a full lot away, and we have put in privacy landscaping to beautify and separate the pool area from neighbours. This affords our guests privacy, and a wonderful environment, without being alone in the country.

What makes this property unique

Like our other property, there is an absolute joy that permeates this villa. Part of this is due to the fact that we have been able to have a personal hand in every part of the property's interior through the major interior renovation we undertook in 2012. And we've continued that with outdoor renovations this year, creating the widest pool deck in the area!

Our lanai overlooks our enclosed pool, which looks out to the rear yard, an open area featuring lawn and a large oak tree decorated with hanging Spanish moss. The villa is quiet, comfortable and relaxing, yet it is within 15 minutes drive of everything Walt Disney World has to offer, and Universal Studios, Sea World, (20 minutes) and the new LegoLand (30 minutes) theme park are all close by as well. Beyond that there are all of the shopping, dining and golf opportunities that one would expect in the No.1 tourist destination in the world! Daytona Beach, Tampa, Clearwater Beach, the Kennedy Space Center are all about an hour's drive away. We have used the villa as a launching point to explore so much of Florida's incredible natural and cultural amenities.

One of the unique benefits our guests enjoy is the very professional level of management and care we bring to the operation of our villa. Each of our guests receive their own personalized web page from which to manage their reservation, allowing them to confirm details, make payments, and download custom maps and other documents we have prepared for our guests, including a detailed home manual. In addition to this, our guests receive a pass code to order genuine theme park tickets online at the guaranteed best price (without hassle or timeshare presentations) which can then be delivered right to the villa (free of charge in some cases)! We take great care of our guests!

Gorgeous NEW Interior! 4/2 Pool Home with Everything You Want 2 miles to Disney!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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