Overview
BRAND NEW POOL AND DECK AREA !!! This is a Magical Upscale, Newly renovated Large Luxurious 7 Bedroom and 6 Bathroom in Prestigious Secure Gated Community • Newly renovated luxury home • Sleeps up to 14 • 7 bedrooms, Two are Disney and Universal themed and ideal for kids • Amazing location 5 minutes from Disney World • Large Screened pool with outdoor loungers and seating plus Gas Grill / BBQ • Open plan kitchen and dining area • Large living room with three sofas and Large Screen Smart TV (One of the many) • All bedrooms have TVs • All four master bedrooms have ensuites • Movie Theater / Cinema • Ample Parking for 4-6 vehicles.
Located in a prestigious gated community, aptly named Mickey's Escape, the home is on a beautiful large plot of land just 5 minutes from Disney World. It's one of the closest properties to Disney World that's available for short-term rental, and if you think the location is excellent, wait until you see inside.
Facilities
'Mickey's Escape' is in a prime position within the Formosa Gardens Estates, a gated community with lovely lakes and natural areas. Sea Pearl Circle, one of the community's roads, is a circular path of approx. 1 mile, perfect for evening family walks (extra fun at night during the fireworks!) or for your fitness-conscious family members to burn off some energy. If you love to walk, Formosa winery is nearby; mini-golf, some essential shops, and a few restaurants such as Buffalo Wild Wings and Red Lobster are all within an easy walk, and the restaurants of Sunset Walk at Margaritaville are just a bit further.
Living
This large Disney Estate Dream Home aptly named 'Mickey's Escape,' which is perfect for a single or two families with children on vacation, a reunion, or a business trip with the family. Mickey’s Escape is a distinguished comfortable two-story 3,800 square feet of newly renovated living space. This house has Disney-themed bedrooms, a game room, and accommodates up to 14 people.
Main Living Area: Spacious, comfortable seating area with three sofas overlooking the pool deck
Kitchen
The Open plan Kitchen and Dining are available for you to relax and fuel up for another day at Disney. Choose your morning cup of coffee from the Keurig or the drip coffee maker. Prepare a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner with the help of a fully stocked kitchen. The fully stocked kitchen includes a slow cooker, blender, toaster, essential pots, pans, gizmos, and other gadgets! Eat inside in the formal dining area or breakfast bar or outside on the patio furniture with enough dinnerware for everyone.
Dining
The formal dining area seats 8, informal dining can be found in the nook next to the kitchen which also seats 4 and bar area 4 people. Outside has enough table and chair
Bedrooms
One of the most exciting things about staying somewhere new is deciding where everyone sleeps. This property has seven bedrooms, and four master bedrooms, all with large LED Smart TVs with Roku and ensuites featuring large walk-in showers, ideal for the grown-ups. Children in your group are bound to go wild at the two-themed one Disney and one Universal bedroom. One has a Minions theme, with Twin over Twin beds, and the next is all about the amazing Beauty and the Beast and Castle with Twin over Full beds.
Sleeping Arrangements
All King beds have luxury mattresses and lots of pillows.
Bedroom 1 – King Size Bed Master Suite with Smart TV + Roku (Downstairs)
Bedroom 2 – King Size Bed Master Suite with Smart TV + Roku (Downstairs)
Bedroom 3 – King Size Bed Master Suite with Smart TV + Roku (Downstairs)
Theme Bedroom 4 – Disney Beauty and the Beast and Castle Twin over Full with Shared Pool Bathroom with Smart TV + Roku (Downstairs)
Theme Bedroom 5 – Universal Minions Twin over Twin Beds with Smart TV + Roku (Upstairs)
Bedroom 6 - King Size Bed Master with Smart TV + Roku (Upstairs)
Bedroom 7 - King Size Bed Master Suite with Smart TV + Roku (Upstairs)
We, as hosts, have tried to ensure that all our guests get real and comfortable beds to sleep in, spending years testing mattresses, and then we provide soft, fresh towels and starter toiletries.
Bathrooms
There are Six bathrooms in the house,
• One – Master Suite / Bathroom at the front of the house.
• One – Master Suite / Bathroom at the rear of the house.
• One – Master Suite / Bathroom at the front garage side of the house.
• One – Pool Shared Bathroom in the rear middle of the house downstairs.
• One – Shared a Bathroom in the middle of the house upstairs.
• One – Master Suite / Bathroom at the front of the house upstairs.
Each bathroom is equipped with everything you need
Bath towels should be located throughout each bathroom and/or bedroom. Please leave all used towels on the bathroom floors upon departure.
Our cleaning service provides a limited starter supply of basic soap, toilet paper, and paper towels. If you require something particular, please can you plan on bringing it yourself.
Hairdryers:
One per master suite is provided. (Total of Four). Please ensure that they are unplugged when not in use. Do not put it back in the bag or draw when Warm.
Games Room
MOVIE THEATER / CINEMA
The kids and big kids in your group are sure to love what we have done with the garage — turned it into a Large Movie Theater / Cinema with reclining chairs, Dolby surround sound, and a large screen TV, with DVD, Roku, and Streaming!
Pool
Plently of seating, both sun and shade.
Loungers.
Attached spa.
Child Safety Gate.
Alarms on all doors leading to the lanai/pool.
Partial view of the lake.
Gas BBQ grill.
Outside
Spacious property.
Partial view of the lake.
Parking for 6 to 8 cars (depending on size).
Gas grill
Internet
Got work to do during your vacation or want to stream something? Or maybe you're booking a break with colleagues on business. Either way, the 400Mbps of Internet access and enterprise company-grade Wi-Fi across the whole house should come in handy. You even get free unlimited landline calls to the USA and Canada from here, and the Wi-Fi covers the pool area.
Baby Equipment
Play & Go Travel Cot / Crib and high chair are available at no extra cost.
Baby Gates permanently installed at the top and bottom of the stairs.
Child Safety Gate on the Lanai.
Accessible
There are several steps to the second master suite.
Although the villa is not specially adapted for wheelchair users, there is easy access to all downstairs areas.
Pets
Although we adore pets, apologies but they are not allowed to stay in our home for the comfort of all guests.
Location
Formosa Gardens Vacation Rental Villas in Orlando
Formosa Gardens Estates villas to rent, arguably one of the closest communities to Disney World. This luxury gated community has premium Orlando vacation rentals making this a very popular location. NO SERVICE FEES
Formosa Gardens Orlando offers an exclusive development of spacious, executive 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and even 9 bedroom vacation rentals and villas, so can cater for parties of all sizes. Most of our Formosa Gardens Florida villas have oversized plots, with fabulous pools, spas and extended decks. Many of the Formosa Gardens vacation rentals have the additional benefit of internal games rooms, and even home cinemas! The wide boulevards and palm fringed streets add to the spacious feel of this Florida community, we have homes on Spinning Silk Court, Sea Pearl Circle, Emperor's Orchid Court, Formosa Boulevard, Rising Sun Court and Plum Blossom Court.
Over 30 Formosa Gardens Villas to Rent
Built around a central lake (Star Lake), many of these Formosa Gardens Orlando villas have fabulous lake views. This executive community is an ideal holiday location for families. Formosa Gardens gated community is located off Kissimmee's Hwy 192 West at Mile Marker 4 - less than 3 miles from the Disney theme parks, so that you can be first in the gates each morning!
What makes Formosa Gardens sought after is the size and layout of the homes as most of them have larger than average plots, private pools and general living spaces. All set in a gated community.
Once inside the gates of Formosa Gardens you will feel a world away from the busy Orlando theme parks. After you’ve had some chill time by your pool and feel ready for dinner and drinks, you have a huge choice of bars and restaurants right on your door step.
Restaurants near Formosa Gardens Kissimmee
Less than two minutes in the car on Formosa Gardens Blvd which is right out of the gates and you have an Adega Gaucha Restaurant, which is a Brazilian steakhouse.
Just a bit further down the road you have a sports bar called Buffalo Wild Wings which serves burgers & fries plus pitchers of beer and is a great place to watch all of the days games and has a great atmosphere when the matches are live so if sports are your thing this is the place for you.
Less than 5 minutes from our Formosa Gardens vacation rentals is Rolling Oaks Commons which has a number of restaurants as well as a Super Target super market. From Formosa Gardens head back out to HWY192 and then turn left and head about about a mile down where you will come to some traffic lights, either side you will see a number of restaurants. Located here you have Millers Ale House which is another sports / family restaurant which have nightly specials so check out menu to see whats cooking.
On the opposite corner is an Applebees, and then across the road you have Hooters which although you may not think so is family friendly. There is also a Bahama Breeze, Olive Garden, Rock & Brews plus a few other like Flippers Pizzeria.
As you can see you have access to more than enough restaurants while staying at Formosa Gardens to keep everyone in the family happy. There are of course the usual fast food restaurants nearby like McDonalds, Taco Bell, Burger King for that late night snack or 4th meal as Taco Bell call it and if you love subs you have Subway right there, my favourite is a meatball sub!
We have put together a blog post listing over 50 restaurants along HWY192 in Kissimmee. It has all the details like phone numbers, links to menus and google / tripadvisor reviews. All of these restaurants are between mile marker 4 and 6 and just a few minutes from Formosa Gardens.
Other Vacation Rental Communities near Formosa Gardens
If you can't find what you are looking for from our Formosa Gardens rental villas or they are out of your budget below is a list of other nearby communities. We have over 550 Orlando villas to rent so I am sure you can find something to suit your needs.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Formosa Gardens
Directions via the 417 Toll Road
The closest airport to Formosa Gardens is Orlando International Airport (MCO) which is 28 miles away. There are a number of different ways to get from the airport to Formosa Gardens but I find the best way is via the 417 Toll road.
Once you have picked up your hire car and left the carpark look for the 417 South Exit Toll road. The sign should be brown and might also have Disney – Kissimmee listed on it. You may have to do a loop of the airport to get the right exit but just keep following the signs.
Follow the 417 South Toll road for about 16 miles until you see signs for Interstate 4 West (I4). The 417 toll road should cost about $4 so make sure you have some cash on you.
Join I4 West and follow for 3.5 miles then take Exit 60 onto the 429 North. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!
Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side. Make sure you have the gate code to get in.
Directions via the 528 Toll Road
If you would prefer to avoid a few tolls you can take the North Exit when leaving MCO. It would be sign posted as North Exit (528 Toll). Look for the 528 Toll (West) To I4 (International Dr). I don’t often take this route as the 528 is a busier road.
Follow the 528 Toll and then join I4 West. Stay on I4 West for 7 miles and take Exit 64. It will read 192 Kissimmee / Magic Kingdom, follow for a few miles and then take 192 West (Magic Kingdom / Wide World of Sports). Stay on the 192 West for 3.5 and then turn left on to Formosa Gardens Blvd. There is a Red Lobster restaurant on one corner and Harley Davidson on the other.
Follow Formosa Gardens Blvd for about 1 mile to the 4 way stop. Cross over and then the Formosa Gardens Estate in on the left.
As you pull into the community there is a key pad on the left where you enter the access code provided by the villa owner.
Sandford International Airport (SFB) to Formosa Gardens
Again there are a number of ways to get from Sanford International Airport (SFB) to Formosa Gardens but I think the best way is via the 417 Toll Road (55 miles). When leaving Sanford airport you want to take 417 South and just follow it all the way until you reach I4. This is a toll road and will cost you around $9.
Join I4 West and follow for 3.5 miles then take Exit 60 onto the 429 North. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!
Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side.
As you pull into the community there is a key pad on the left where you enter the access code provided by the villa owner.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Formosa Gardens
As with all of American there are a number of ways to get everywhere but I have hopefully listed the quickest way. It is 70 miles from Tampa airport to Formosa Gardens but it’s a very easy drive.
When you leave Tampa International Airport (TPA) you will be taking I-275 North / Tampa via the 60 East. Once on I-275 North towards Tampa look for the I4 East (Orlando) Exit 45B. It’s a very straight forward drive but the traffic can be heavy especially if you arrive during rush hour so take your time and don’t panic. You should get plenty on warnings for your junctions as they are very well sign posted.
Once you are on the I4 East follow this for around 55 miles and then take exit 60, which is the 429 Toll North to Apopka. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!
Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side.
As you pull into the community there is a Video monitored entry system to the left. When you press the button, an agent will assist you to get in the gate. Only registered guest could enter.
We hope the above directions have helped you find your way to your Formosa Gardens villa and you have a great time in Orlando.
Pool Safety Fences
Most of our Florida villas will either have door alarms on any exterior door that leads to the pool area or a pool safety fence surrounding the pool. Some even both, we have put together a blog post and video showing you how to use the fence. We have also included brief details below.
These are in sections and can be taken down by unclipping and rolling the fence up. Obviously taking the system down will mean you have removed the safety defence and are now susceptible to accidents happening. We recommend that you keep this in place at all times when you have children in the party that are not capable swimmers, and adults are not able to supervise children by the pool area.
Pool safety is extremely important to prevent drowning. The first and best rule to prevent drowning is constant adult supervision for both children and the elderly.
The pool is cleaned on a weekly basis, access to do this is via outside doors within the pool screen.