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    13 Orlando Vacation Rentals For Your Escape To The Sunshine State

    Laura Ray
    March 12, 2022

    Whether you want to stay in adorable Winter Park, near the trendy Mills 50 District, or closer to Mickey, there’s an Orlando vacation rental for that. We dug through Vrbo listings to find the best ones for your next getaway to the Theme Park Capital of the World. Here they are — starting in adorable Winter Park then moving downtown and on down to Orlando theme park territory.

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    Celebration Apartment

    Planning on bringing your pup? This one-bedroom apartment in Celebration, Florida, allows two dogs, as long as they are under 50 pounds, for an additional fee. There’s also a dog park on the premises!

    Lounge by the vanishing-edge pool with beach-style entry. Dine at the on-site restaurant and bar. Free private parking is provided. Dotted with pastel buildings, Celebration was developed by Disney back in the ’90s, so it’s a cute little town to walk around and explore. Walt Disney World is just 6 miles away, while Universal Orlando is 12 miles from here.

    Dreaming of Celebration – your dream vacation awaits you
    9 reviews
    Apartment
    4 Guests
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    Beautiful place, we loved our stay. We were happy to find a place that would allow us to bring our English Bulldog, they even have a doggy park on-site. We’re definitely coming back here!
    Quick birthday get away for my husband. The property was beautiful and love that there was a doggie park for my puppy. We will definitely visit again.
    The VRBO listing is a 1 bedroom suite in a hotel. The suite was nice, but I’d advise bringing your own dishtowels, dishcloths, and cutting board for even basic kitchen work. There was much confusion about whether there was cleaning or not. It was not included which was fine, but many conflicting instructions.
    A great surprise that the property was better than the VRBO listing description. As mentioned in another review this is also a hotel. The property is meticulously maintained. The staff is very friendly and theLocation couldn’t be better. Very close to Disney property and yet quiet; close walking distance to 8 restaurants. Don’t miss this one!
    Really good bang for your buck. This is a HOTEL. They only communicated when I called the hotel from their google maps phone number. I was confused about how to check In until I realized it is a regular hotel not an apartment as listed. But overall I think this is a good place to stay.
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    Universal Studios Condo

    Just off International Drive, this three-bedroom condo offers access to dozens of great restaurants and nighttime activities. It’s just a mile from the Orange County Convention Center, 2 miles from SeaWorld, 4 miles from Universal, and 7 miles from Disney.

    Take advantage of the gated resort’s amenities, including two heated pools (plus a kiddie pool and hot tubs), a fitness center, playground, game room, and tennis/basketball court. Walk around the lake at sunset.

    Dreaming of Orlando – your dream vacation awaits you
    8 reviews
    Condo
    9 Guests
    3 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Great 3 bedroom condo, perfectly located close to everything. One room has 2 bunk beds. One 2 double beds and the master has a king bed.Community pool and spa just a 2 minute walk away.
    The unit was impeccable and very close to University and restaurants.Lovely property and great pools! David was very attentive and helpful with all aspects. Highly recommend!
    Great location in a nice area near all of the major attractions and 5 minute walk to Publix. Gated community, secluded from road noise. Could use some blackout curtains. Check-in was easy and communication was quick and on point.
    Special treat for father’s day…close to Disney’s Ragland restaurant and Ghirardelli ice cream… Legos and best Disney store…exciting adventure for all. The condo was perfect for 4 grands, daughter and husband . Thank you
    I would recommend this property and will use again in the future. Well situated, has a little bit of everything you may need . Thanks
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    Hilton Resort Suite

    The big selling point for this one-bedroom suite is that it is part of the Hilton Grand Vacations Club resort, which has a ton of amenities and is in close proximity to Orlando’s most popular theme parks. Disney World and SeaWorld, golf courses, dining, and shopping are all within a couple of miles.

    The “super pool” features a slide for kids, while another pool has private cabanas and private massages (fees apply). Waterfront walking paths and 24-hour exercise facilities ensure you stay fit while on vacation, while a poolside restaurant, bar, gourmet deli, and market all ensure you stay fed. The resort also offers recreation programs for all ages as well as covered parking. Need more space? Check out this two-bedroom unit at the same resort.

    Dreaming of Orlando – your dream vacation awaits you
    11 reviews
    Hotel resort
    1 Bedroom
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    Loved everything about it!
    Loved our stay. Staff were very friendly. Our unit was spotless, spacious, very cold AC, and the view was awesome. Highly recommend this place. Would definitely come back again.
    My wife and I chose this place based on the positive reviews and location. It was everything we were hoping for. My only complaint for management would be to have the entrance from the main road more visible. I almost passed it up 2 times at night from the lack of lighting. They were doing some road construction on the entrance road. So, perhaps in the future this will be added for convenience and cosmetic appeal.
    Enjoyed our stay.
    This is our second time booking this property and it is amazing. The property is the Parc Soleil by Hilton grand vacations. The hotel-resort is clean and lovely. Food at the restaurant is very good, and the pool is opened from 7am-11pm. No charge for parking. Booking through VRBO saves about $100 per night. We definitely would book here again.
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    Venetian Bay Villages Villa

    Located in the quiet, gated neighborhood of Venetian Bay Villages, this four-bedroom villa can be found in Kissimmee, Florida. Community amenities include two pools, play areas for kids, two tennis courts, and a volleyball and basketball court. Both Universal Studios and Disney are about 10 miles away.

    Dreaming of Kissimmee – your dream vacation awaits you
    5 reviews
    Villa
    8 Guests
    4 Bedrooms
    3 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    We needed to contact the owners due to a few issues outside the control of the owners and each time they immediately responded to help resolve the issues.The home is located in a nice quiet area yet convenient to everything. Very clean and comfortable. Thanks.
    Located close to WDW and not too far from Legoland made magnolia house perfect for our needs. We enjoyed the well stocked coffee bar, welcome gifts, and comfortable furniture. Nice layout for 2 families with a master upstairs and downstairs.
    Sandra and Javier are excellent hosts. While it is probably nice to take pictures showing us in the property, I can say that what you see is what you get.We travel to Orlando a couple times of year to visit the parks; however, this go round, we were trying to cut our lodging expenses without sacrificing quality.Magnolia House is probably 25-30 mins from Disney.The home is located in a quiet, gated neighborhood. Safety was not a concern of ours and our “neighbors” were quiet.In terms of amenities, there are two pools, one near the welcome center and another near the back of the community (nearer to the trash compactor). Near each pool are play areas for kids. The play area near the second pool has a two tennis courts, a volley ball area, and a basketball court; though, at the time of our visit the court was under maintenance so the hoops had been taken down.Our host provided a basketball and volleyball. There may have been tennis balls and rackets, but we didn’t notice.Everything we needed to stay was included. The Kitchen is fully equipped with cookware, plates, utensils, drink ware, and more. Javier and Sandra really make you feel like you’re at home.The stuff you need for day to day living is there. For example, aluminum foil, cling wrap, laundry detergent, etc.We usually like our kids to have their own space, especially when on vacation, so it is great that the master bed (king) is on the ground floor, and the remaining 3 bedrooms are on the second floor.Javier and Sandra are incredibly responsive. For example, when we arrived, we were about 18 mins early. My code won’t work. I called and spoke with Sandra and she informed me the code would be active after 4pm (the check-in time); however, we adjusted it and we didn’t have any trouble afterwards.I managed to lock myself out of the safe, I texted them and they gave me instructions on accessing the physical key to get into the safe.I had a few questions about getting into the gym and game room, so I texted and they provided the code to get into the gym and game room.There is a theatre; however, it requires more than we thought reasonable. That said, we didn’t know of it and it wasn’t a factor in us selecting Magnolia House, so I wouldn’t consider it to be a negative.Magnolia House is very comfortable and feels better that most places I’ve stayed, including a value resort on Disney property.For the price, it cannot be beat.
    We had two families of 4 stay at this place and we were all able to sleep comfortably. The house was clean and Communication with the owner was great and quick. If you are looking for a place with lots of space, solid location and a reasonable price this location is for you.
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    Veranda Palms Resort Home

    This six-bedroom house has its own enclosed pool, but as part of the quiet and gated Veranda Palms community, it also offers access to a larger, shared open-air pool that is heated. With one Frozen-themed bedroom and another dedicated to The Avengers, this vacation rental is great for kiddos. There’s even a game room with a mini-air hockey table, a basketball game, and an arcade game.

    Enjoy access to other community amenities, including the clubhouse, a water playground, a tiki bar, a court for all kinds of sports, a fitness center and spa, a sundry shop, and a game and arcade room. Disney parks are less than 20 minutes away, while Universal can be reached in under half an hour. The airport is 30 minutes away and supermarkets, restaurants, shops, and golf courses can all be found nearby.

    Dreaming of Kissimmee – your dream vacation awaits you
    5 reviews
    Private vacation home
    14 Guests
    6 Bedrooms
    6 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    It was difficult from the beginning. I was unable to open the door and the instructions given were inaccurate. The house was poorly cleaned and we were unable to use the pool because it was dirty. We founded sharp objects in the carpet so we’re unable to let my baby crawl around the house. Animals come to the trash can outside every night and take all the food out so be careful. I contacted Vrbo and the owner and no response on getting a partial refund since we didn’t get to use the pool. Vrbo responded saying they are only the advertisement company and can’t do anything. Do yourself a favor and stay in a hotel.
    This house was a perfect place for my big family. The kids had a blast and really enjoyed their stay here! There’s plenty of rooms for everyome to sleep in comfortably and different activities within the home to be entertained with. There is even a little waterpark and gym in the clubhouse of this resort! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
    Felipe is an absolute amazing host! He went over and beyond to ensure that we had everything that we needed and checked on us to make sure that we were fine. The home was clean and very spacious. I highly recommend to stay at homes hosted by Felipe.
    The host made the experience smooth and easy. The communication was always there
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    Storey Lake Resort Home

    Not only does this home boast an enclosed patio, complete with a pool, hot tub, and grilling and chilling area, but it also has character-themed bedrooms. Plus, it has a really cool game room that features air hockey, foosball, darts, and even skeeball!

    Enjoy easy access to all of Central Florida, including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, and more!

    Dreaming of Kissimmee – your dream vacation awaits you
    6 reviews
    Private vacation home
    15 Guests
    6 Bedrooms
    6 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Beautiful Property. Photos don’t do it justice! My family loved the game room and pool area! Everything clean. Everything you need was provided! Host responded quickly to my questions!
    The property is very much as seen in the pictures, it’s a beautiful home and a great house for big groups (we had 11 and there was plenty of space), the location for Disney is ideal, a short 15 minute drive. There’s plenty of supermarkets, restaurants and shopping in close proximity. We did have a couple of things that we had to contact the property company about, that I didn’t feel we got a great response from however the property owners came straight back to me and went above and beyond. Me and my family would definitely recommend this house and would 100% stay again.
    The location of this property is great from the airport and to Disney World. This house easily fit 8 adults, 2 children, and one toddler. It does not have its own drive way but there is plenty of parking. We initially received the wrong check in code but called the property manager and they responded fairly quickly. If anything needed to be addressed, we were able to contact the owner directly and he responded almost immediately. There is a Target, Marshalls and Publix very close to the property if you need any last minute things and groceries. We look forward to returning back in the near by future!
    The property was great for our large group of adults. It was very helpful to have just as many bathrooms as bedrooms. The game room and pool were great entertainment. The property is pictured and described exactly on the listing as it is in person. The location in Kissimmee was great. We all enjoyed our stay very much and were happy with our choice to stay in this home.
    Easy communication with owner and managment company.House well equipped with kitchen items needed during our stay.
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    Disney Townhome

    Frozen fans, this townhouse is for you! One bedroom features a mural of Elsa, another is dedicated to minions, then the rest of the house is pretty much a tribute to Harry Potter. A back patio provides a place to grill, chill, and eat. Community amenities include a pool and hot tub and parking is provided.

    Dreaming of Kissimmee – your dream vacation awaits you
    11 reviews
    Private vacation home
    4 Bedrooms
    5 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Clean and convenient to Disney. The kids really loved the themed rooms. This is a great place to stay
    We really enjoyed our stay at this townhouse. Very clean and well maintained. It is very close to all the major attractions. We would definitely stay here again! Thanks !
    We were thrilled with the Disney theme throughout all the rooms and the quality of furniture, beds, and high end finishes. The kids absolutely loved going from room room and pretending to be “in the movies!” An added bonus was having Disney plus to watch movies during down time. Would recommend this property to families!
    Great home. Very clean
    This property is as advertised (or better). You are a short drive to the Disney parks or to Wal Mart and other places for supplies. We had an issue with the door lock. However, the owner was very responsive, even though it was later at night when we contacted him about the issue. I would highly recommend staying at this property and would not hesitate to stay here again.
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    Epcot House With Pool

    Moving closer to the Magic Kingdom, this six-bedroom vacation home is right by Epcot. Other nearby attractions include Walt Disney World Resort Golf, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As you can see, it has a pool and hot tub, but it also has a game room that features an air hockey table, an Xbox One game console, and an arcade game.

    Dreaming of Kissimmee – your dream vacation awaits you
    11 reviews
    Private vacation home
    14 Guests
    6 Bedrooms
    5 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Very clean and nice secure neighborhood.
    Between the private pool and the resort water park we could not have had a better place. The three gathering areas and 6 bedrooms were amazing. If I have a reason to visit Orlando again I would not hesitate to choose this place sgain
    We were excited to spend a week with our family in this beautiful home. Unfortunately, we had to evacuate after just a couple days there because of hurricane Ian. We are being offered no partial refund, credit, or any kind of compensation. Maybe they suggested staying in a category 5 hurricane, in an area where people are currently being rescued from, with 5 children in the house. I would not support them.
    The property was large, modern and comfortable. The backyard pool and the water park on-site were perfect for our family (kids age 7-14). The address on vrbo (2300 Epcot) was incorrect. We also received driving directions to the property as an email attachment, which over-complicated our arrival via rideshare – folks should just use the specific property address (shared two days before for us, via email) in the gps. The back sliding door had an alarm that would go off every time you open the door – to avoid it, you have to remember to push a button, and then have ~10 seconds to open and close the door. This was inconvenient (and loud).The shuttle to the parks was partly useful. Very limited morning shuttle options, and difficult to get accurate info about expected ride time to Disney transportation center/parks. We switched to Lyft after one shuttle day.Despite these small inconveniences, we very much enjoyed our stay.
    The home was large and very clean. Nice to have one king suite downstairs and game room for kids. Also, having the neighborhood Aqua park was Fun for All!
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    Luxurious Downtown Apartment

    This spacious three-bedroom apartment is in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of downtown

    but not too close where traffic around the property is an issue. Everything you could need, including food, shopping, and nightlife, can all be found nearby. Amway Center, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Publix, and Orlando City Soccer and Camping World Stadiums are all less than a mile away. Parking is included as well.

    Dreaming of Orlando – your dream vacation awaits you
    0 review
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    Modern Downtown Apartment

    Parking is harder to come by the closer you get to downtown, but this two-bedroom apartment provides one parking spot in the building garage. Lake Eola, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, a playground, many restaurants, breakfast spots, Amway Center, and a Publix are all within walking distance.

    Dreaming of Orlando – your dream vacation awaits you
    14 reviews
    Apartment
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    Airport Apartment

    This centrally-located two-bedroom apartment is just 1 minute from Baldwin Park restaurants and bike trails, 5 minutes from the trendy Mills 50 District’s restaurant and bike trails, and 10 minutes from downtown as well as Winter Park restaurants and shopping. The University of Central Florida and Universal Studios are both 20 minutes away. Parking is available in the driveway.

    Dreaming of orlando – your dream vacation awaits you
    23 reviews
    Apartment
    6 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    1 Bathroom
    Top guest reviews
    Just perfect..
    Convenient to downtown and Winter Park. Sofa and bed were very comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked and has nice appliances. Place was really clean. Only TV was an antenna and our own streaming. Would have been nice to have a grill and rug in the living area. Quiet street except for sirens and aircraft noise.
    Greatly enjoyed our 8-day stay. The property was very clean and looked just as the photos represented. The neighborhood and unit were very quiet and conveniently located. We look forward to future stays at the property.
    Cozy and peaceful. Comfortable beds and awesome shower! Altogether delightful experience. Will stay there again !
    The owner is extremely responsive and the property is very clean!
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    Winter Park Condo

    Another Winter Park option, this two-bedroom condo is practically on the Rollins campus, just a block from Park Ave.

    Dreaming of Winter Park – your dream vacation awaits you
    22 reviews
    Condo
    5 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Super clean unit – served us perfectly for what we had in mind. We didn’t spend much time in the unit but slept there every night. Mostly appreciate the communication, cleanliness and closeness to park ave!
    Great 2 bedroom/2 bath property just 1 block away from Park Avenue, on the Rollins campus. Loved being able to take a quick walk to parks, restaurants and shopping. Thank you!
    Beautiful location, friendly hosts, comfortable accommodations.
    This apartment is in a great location near Rollins College. It was very nicely appointed with a complete kitchen and lovely linens. The apartment was spacious and full of light with very comfortable furnishings. This is a great property, and the property manager on-site was great to work with.
    Convenient and enough room for the three of us. Host was very helpful.
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    Winter Park Bungalow

    If you’re looking to stay in Winter Park, look no further than this beautiful bungalow, just steps away from all the wonderful shops and restaurants on Park Avenue.

    Dreaming of Winter Park – your dream vacation awaits you
    7 reviews
    Private vacation home
    4 Guests
    2 Bedrooms
    2 Bathrooms
    Top guest reviews
    Very charming updated cottage. Lots of windows and natural light, high ceilings. The house sits on the main road through town and you can easily walk to historic Winter Park on a quiet side road or the sidewalk on the main. The walk is about 3-4 blocks. Lots of space and a nice desk to set up a laptop for remote work. Comfortable beds, nice appliances and great air conditioning. The owner was very responsive to any questions I had and gave good instructions. Highly recommend this house!
    If you are looking for the best place to stay in Winter Park, look no further. The house is perfect and in great condition, well maintained, clean and in the perfect location not only in Winter Park, but to also drive to anywhere in Florida. Great restaurants and shopping are a 5 minute walk to Park Avenue. The owners are responsive and available to answer any questions. They are great! If you are looking for a home away from home, this is it!
    Great location, so comfortable, and wonderful host who was so accommodating, responsive and flexible! 10/10
    The house was really clean, neat, and comfortable, and very well equipped. It’s within walking distance of all that Winter Park has to offer. While on busy road, I had no difficulty negotiating that and enjoying my stay a great deal. The manager was especially accessible and responsive although there were no real issues since the property is so well kept.
    I loved having two bedrooms and bathrooms and the location was fantastic. The house has been completely updated. We walked everywhere.
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