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Mickeys Oyster Amazing Luxury 9BR Southeast Pool & Hot Tub

Newly Updated - Themed bedrooms | Theater / Games Room, BBQ Closest Estate Homes to Disney

Formosa Gardens

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

8 bathrooms (6 en-suites)

Property ID: 5990

From (GBP) £3000 - £5000 / week

Contact Details

Charles and Joanne

+44 01789 636066
From the (UK)

+1 407 550 8558
From North America (USA)

Owner's website

Languages: English

Joined 2018

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  • Gorgeous large tropical pool area with spa, surrounded by palm trees and shrubs.
  • Ariel view of the back
  • Villa located nearby Disney
  • Large outdoor chess set
  • Plenty of comfortable sunloungers, drinks tables and towel drying racks.
  • Our Villa - Close to Disney, themed rooms & space for the family to spread out.
  • Movie/ game room - with air hockey, table tennis jQuery151035484011617914246_1667680992514, darts jQuery15103263991907029531_1667681365202, karaoke jQuery15106886979891260178_1672619626612 machine
  • Air hockey and table tennis jQuery151004233787494170804_1672620118318 table. Karaoke jQuery15105301693704274065_1672621060035 machine for kids in the corner
  • Piano keyboard, bar counter with stool, giant wall scrabble + dvds/ board games
  • Comfortable seating and space for the family to spread out and enjoy
  • Hogwarts Hideout (Twin beds)
  • Safari Lodge (Bunk bed)
  • Twin(single) over Full(double) Bunk
  • Kids Play Zone
  • Star Wars Room (twin beds)
  • Star Wars Room with Desk
  • Family room with seating for 12+, open area to enjoy “just dance” on PlayStation
  • Large Flat screen TV, Wii, PlayStation4 + many games, tic tac toe, giant jenga….
  • Beauty and the Beast main dining area
  • This area also has Alexa and you can connect to Spotify.
  • The formal lounge, lots of seating. French doors leading to pool area
  • Tinkerbell Suite (king bed)
  • TinkerBell bathroom with bars in shower to help assist.
  • Mulan Suite (king bed)
  • Mulan bathroom with large vanity
  • Mulan bathroom with shower and bathtub. Separate toilet.
  • Jasmine Suite - King Bedroom
  • En suite
  • Laundry Rm - 2 LG steam washers/ 2 LG dryers, Ironing board, iron & refrigerator
  • Kitchen bar counter, looking out to the pool
  • Gas cooktop/ oven, microwave, toaster, blender, mixer, crock pot…..
  • Kitchen - Side by side fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, kettle
  • Breakfast nook dining area.
  • Super Suite (king bed)
  • Super Suite drop down desk
  • Pocahontas Room (Queen bed)
  • En suite
  • Library Room (Queen bed)
  • Bathroom with Pool access
  • Lots of outdoors seating
  • Pool back view with safety fence for kids
  • Plenty of comfortable sunloungers, drinks tables and towel drying racks.
  • Front of the Villa
  • Front door Patio area
  • Ariel view of the Villa
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Overview

Newly Updated 9-BEDROOM / 8 BATHROOM Lakefront Property, which will be stunning. We do not skimp on our renovations: all in-house team and attention to detail. Luxurious Southeast Facing - 9

Luxurious Southeast Facing - 9 Bedroom and 8 Bathroom in a Prestigious Secure Gated Community • Freshly remodeled and renovated • Sleeps up to a total of 18 • 9 bedrooms, 5 x Master’s and 3 x Themed and ideal for kids • Amazing location 2 miles to (5 minutes) from Disney World • New Huge Screened pool with outdoor loungers and seating plus BBQ • Large living room and family room with Large Screen Smart TV (One of the many) • All bedrooms have Roku TVs • All master bedrooms have ensuites • Home Theater • Air Hockey Ping Pong Table • Ample Parking for 4-6 vehicles.

Facilities

Key Highlights:
- Closest Gated Community to Disney World, providing quick and easy access to all the parks.
- Stunning Southeast-Facing Home, Minutes away from Disney World, providing quick and easy access to all the parks.
- Large home on a large piece of land Not right on top of the house next door:
- Nine well-appointed bedrooms, including three themed rooms for children.
- Southeast-facing luxurious screened pool area, large pool, adjoining hot tub, and BBQ patio.
- Entertainment-focused living Room outfitted with comfortable seating and entertainment options, ideal for cozy movie nights.
- Gourmet Kitchen and Dining: An expansive kitchen and dining space featuring modern appliances and a large table.
- Home Theater / Game Room: Equipped Large Screen TV, Air Hockey and Table Tennis (Ping Pong)

Nestled within the distinguished Formosa Gardens Estates, "Mickey's Oyster" stands as a beacon of luxury and comfort, literately mere minutes (2 miles) from the enchantment of Disney World. This exquisite estate, strategically located near the vibrant Sunset Walk, Margaritaville Resort, and H20 waterpark, offers an exclusive getaway, blending tranquility with unmatched accessibility to Orlando's myriad attractions.
 

Living

Two living rooms/areas.

The formal lounge has soaring 24ft ceilings, three sofas and 2 armchairs. French doors to pool area. Adjustable height (can be used standing) Desk. Amazon Alexa with virtual concierge and Spotify service to play all your favorite music.

Family Room- Large Flat screen TV and DVD player. Wii, PlayStation 4 and wall Tic-tac-toe (noughts and crosses) plus a collection of board games. TV includes Roku

Kitchen

Well equipped and spacious. Side by side fridge freezer, dishwasher, gas cooktop and oven, microwave, toaster, electric kettle, Keurig coffee maker, blender, mixer, crock pot and all the standard kitchen tools to prepare a feast!

LAUNDRY ROOM.
Large room with two LG steam washers and two LG dryers. Ironing board and iron. Additional side by side refrigerator/freezer.

Dining

Formal dining with seating for 12
Breakfast room with seating for 10
Breakfast bar for 4
Sun terrace has table and chairs for 18 with shade umbrellas.

Bedrooms

9 bedrooms, sleeps 18.

BEDROOM AND BATHROOM ARRANGMENTS
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Discover serene comfort in our nine elegant bedrooms. Four master suites feature modern amenities, including LED Smart TVs and luxurious ensuites with rain showerheads. The house delights children with three kids-themed rooms, each offering twin beds and playful decor. Adults enjoy the spacious master suites, with premium mattresses for restful sleep, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests.

Bedroom 1 Master Suite Downstairs) - The Tinkerbell Suite is at the front of the house with a king bed and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 2 Master Suite (Downstairs) - The Mulan Suite is at the rear of the house and has a king bed and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 3 Master Suite (Downstairs) - Marvel Suite Bedroom with King Bed, TV with Roku.

Bedroom 4 (Downstairs) - The Star Wars Theme is in the middle of the house, with Two Twin beds and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 5 (Downstairs) - The Library Bedroom has a queen bed at the back of the house next to the pool.

Bedroom 6 Suite (Upstairs) - Jasmine Suite is at the front of the house, with a king bed and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 7 Suite (Upstairs) - Pocahontas Suite is at the front of the house, with a queen bed and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 8 (Upstairs) - Safari Lodge is in the middle of the house, with twin-over-full bunk beds and a TV with Roku.

Bedroom 9 (Upstairs) - Hogwarts Suite on the rear side of the house, there are Two Twin Beds and a TV with Roku.

 

Bathrooms

8 bathrooms, 6 en-suites.

8 bathrooms, 6 en-suites, 1 outside the Library suite that’s used as the pool bathroom and another upstairs that’s shared between Hogswarts Hideout and Safari Lodge.

Games Room

Movie/ Games Room with Air hockey/ Ping pong table, Darts for all ages, Giant wall scrabble, piano keyboard and karaoke machine for your entertainment and enjoyment. For Movie lovers there's a large 85" tv. Surround sound gives awesome sound affects for a realistic cinema experience.

Pool

Gorgeous large tropical pool area with spa, surrounded by palm trees and shrubs with plenty of comfortable sunloungers, drinks tables and towel drying racks plus dining for 18 with shade umbrellas. Large covered lanai with two ceiling fans, LCD TV, seating for 7-8, including bar counter with 3 barstools. The deck is in sun all day but the covered lanai gives much needed shade from the hot late afternoon sun.

The pool is cleaned on a weekly basis, access to do this is via outside doors within the pool screen. 

Outside

The outdoor area of this property provides an idyllic setting for relaxation and enjoyment. Dive into the large swimming pool or unwind in the hot tub, all under the radiant Florida sunshine. The surrounding deck is equipped with patio tables, sun loungers, and a supersized chess set. All this invites you to dine alfresco, bask in the sun, or soak up the peaceful ambiance. A BBQ grill caters to your grilling preferences, enhancing your outdoor culinary experience.

Giant 13 x 13ft outdoor chess set, Giant Jenga ideal for Adults or Kids 8 Years and older and Cornhole (bean bag toss).

Garage

Circular driveway with space for 6 cars. No garage access.

Internet

 

The home's internet connectivity is top-notch, with 500Mbps of high-speed access and comprehensive Wi-Fi coverage, including poolside connectivity. Guests can also benefit from unlimited free landline calls to the USA and Canada, ensuring that staying in touch is always convenient.

 

Baby Equipment

We cater to families with infants by offering a pack-and-play crib for secure sleeping, a highchair for safe dining, and stair gates.

Accessible

The TinkerBell Suite downstairs allows for wheelchair users with double doors and easy access to living spaces. 3ft door to bathroom. Large shower can accommodate helper. Grabrails.

Pets
Pets Considered - No

No pets allowed.

Location

Formosa Gardens Orlando Villas in Florida

Formosa Gardens 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 sort 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 Outback Steakhouse which is an International chain restaurant serving steaks, obviously as well as fish dishes, wings and there famous Bloomin Onion.

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. There is also a Red Lobster almost next door serving fresh seafood, clam chowder which I love, also steak and chicken.

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 and Sweet Tomatoes for salad lovers!

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.

Whilst staying at your luxury vacation rental on Formosa Gardens should you need medical help there is a walk-in medical center at Formosa Plaza and a number of pharmacies nearby.

Villa Communities near Formosa Gardens, Florida

If you can't find what you are looking for from our Formosa Gardens villas or they are out of your budget below is a list of other nearby communities. We have over 850 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 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.

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 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.

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.

How far are the Orlando theme parks from Formosa Gardens?

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.

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Rates

Rental rates quoted in (approx)

£3000 - £5000 / week

Rental rates additional information

10% discount for bookings of 3 weeks / 20 days or more. Normally 5 nights minimum. Rental rates additional information Add 13.5% tourist tax to stated rates Cleaning fee if a mid-stay clean is required. (rentals over 14 nights require) Pool / Spa Heating optional highly recommended between October and April. A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount will be collected 45 days prior to your check-in date. If booking within 8 weeks of rental then payment is due in full at the time of booking. We also recommended taking out adequate holiday/vacation insurance to cover possible cancellations such as illness and testing positive for Covid 19/having to isolate abroad. A refundable security deposit is held and released within 14 days of departure inspection. Charges will apply for instances needing extra cleaning, detection that someone was smoking in the house, or to repair damaged items. (refunded approx 14 days after stay assuming no damage) We accept payment by bank transfer and Credit Card, Paypal NO SMOKING INSIDE THE VILLA NO PARTIES / EVENTS OR ALL MALE / FEMALE GUEST BOOKINGS MINIMUM AGE OF PRIMARY RENTER: 25 THE ONLINE CALENDAR IS LIVE WITH CURRENT AVAILABILITY UPDATED DAILY HOMEOWNERSHIP - If you are considering buying into the dream please let us introduce you to a trustworthy and highly respected broker in the neighborhood.

Reviews

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I strongly recommend this Villa Superb

I found this home and Aunger online. Within minutes of making our first inquiry, Charles was on the phone to answer any questions we had. We told him all our requirements and budget, and he was happy to help. We had looked at every villa in Orlando, and none came close to the location (7 minutes to Disney just off the 192), specs (huge pool and great layout), and everything we needed provided. You are always nervous about booking directly and managing your expectations, but I have to say the communication from Aunger was outstanding. Not just the emails, but digital guidebooks, WhatsApp numbers, UK and US numbers, and quick responses to any questions. A fully equipped Kitchen, Loads of seating, and space around the pool. Top-quality beds and mattresses. All linens and towels—even separate pool towels—were waiting for us on arrival. A starter pack, coffee, tea, juice, and water were also waiting for us. The villa was super clean. It was the best villa/accommodation we have ever stayed in. Thank you, Joanne and Charles - we will be back!

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Glenboig, United Kingdom

Owners reply
Hi there, Patrick. We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience from the moment you found us online. It was a pleasure to help with your requirements and budget. We love our location, and it's great to know that our villa's proximity, layout, and amenities met your expectations. Knowing that the communication and additional touches like the digital guidebooks and starter packs made your stay even better means a lot to us because we strive to provide all the information our guests need. We're glad you enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen, spacious pool area, and top-quality beds. It’s wonderful to hear that our villa is the best accommodation you’ve ever stayed in. Thank you for your kind words, and we can't wait to welcome you back!
Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mickey's Oyster. The house was very spacious and quiet. The pool and pool deck were absolutely beautiful. The house was very clean and Charles, the owner, was always available. We are booking to vacation at the house again next year. Anything that you needed at the house was available.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Nunavut, Canada

Owners reply
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay at Mickey's Oyster. It's great to know the house was spacious, quiet, and clean. We're glad we were always available to assist you. We're excited to hear you're booking again for next year and that you found everything you needed readily available. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Perfect, check in and out was a breeze and Owners

Eight cheerleaders and their eight mothers stayed in this lovely, accommodating home. It was perfect for a large group, with plenty of space, yet privacy for everyone. Eight bathrooms allowed each family to have their own and made sharing unnecessary. Two full-sized washers and dryers made keeping up with laundry a breeze. A game room stocked with a variety of board games, air hockey, tic-tac-toe, and an outdoor chess set gave the kids plenty to do, but the real stand out was the beautiful, sparkling pool! Inside, fluffy towels, crisp clean linens, comfortable beds and a well stocked kitchen made our stay truly feel like a home away from home. The neighborhood was gated and felt safe and private. Checking in and out was a breeze and communication with the owners was truly the best I’ve ever experienced with Air B&B or VRBO. I would recommend this rental to friends or family and would love to return for future trips. Thank you, Charles and Jo for the use of your home.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , N/A

Owners reply
We’re thrilled our home was perfect for your group, providing both space and privacy. We're glad everyone enjoyed the game room and pool. The safety of our neighborhood and the smooth check-in and check-out process are very important to us. Your kind words about our communication mean a lot. Thank you for recommending our home, and we look forward to welcoming you back!
MAGICAL STAY IN ORLANDO

Everything, absolutely everything, exceeded our expectations. Perfect home for on "off Disney" property vacation. The ease of check-in was wonderful. The pictures do not do the house justice as it is, in my opinion, fabulous. There are plenty of towels, bedding, and kitchen items. The backyard pool is lovely and clean; our grandkids would have been happy there every day! The owners are just lovely, helpful, and responsive! I couldn't have asked for a better host. They answered every question, big or small, and were extremely accommodating! This trip was a "10 PLUS" because of our stay at this home.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , N/A

Owners reply
We're overjoyed to hear that everything exceeded your expectations and that you found our home to be a perfect choice for an "off Disney" vacation. We're glad the check-in process was smooth and that the house surpassed the photos. It's wonderful to know that your grandkids enjoyed the clean and lovely backyard pool. Thank you for your kind words about our responsiveness and helpfulness mean a lot to us.
Grand Disney Themed Home

From before arrival to throughout the stay, the communication with the owner was excellent. The home was perfect, with room for everyone. Each differently-themed room was well thought out, and the kitchen was well stocked for dishes, pots, and pans. Almost anything else you may need through a week. Each bathroom had soap and toilet paper but you need to bring additional of staying more than a few days. There were lots of towels for each bathroom, and the pool had separate towels. The pool was warm and very clean. We had a great time on the two relaxing days. Proximity to the Disney properties should not be overlooked. It was only a minute's drive and very easy to get in and out. Lastly felt very secure is a gated community and could not have asked for more.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , N/A

Owners reply
Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience, from our excellent communication to the well-equipped and perfectly themed home. It's great to know that the kitchen had everything you needed and that you found the bathrooms and towels well-stocked. We're also glad you enjoyed the warm and clean pool and the proximity to Disney properties. We're happy you had peace of mind. We hope to welcome you back for another fantastic stay
Absolutely Amazing

More impressive than the description. Our family had an amazing time. We felt like we could be together but also have our on own space. Plus the hosts have thought of everything especially for family with younger kids. High chair, gates, booster and a couple of snap an go strollers. If we go back we would love to stay there again.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , N/A

Owners reply
We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great time in our space. We’re especially glad the amenities for younger kids made your stay easier and more enjoyable. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back anytime!
Fabulous villa and lovely hosts! Highly recommend.

Just returning from a fabulous 16 nights at this beautiful villa. We were a mixed family group of 17 people with ages ranging from 1-77. The villa is very close to Disney, with an amazing pool and terrace and the best appointed games room we’ve ever seen ! There really was something for everyone. The owner was a pleasure to deal with, kept in touch throughout our stay, and was very accommodating with some last minute changes and a late checkout request. We would strongly recommend this villa and hope to return again next time we visit Orlando.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , N/A

Owners reply
Loraine it was a pleasure having you and your family. I’m glad we were able to accommodate your late check out this time as it’s not always possible. Hopefully we will be able to Host you again in the future.
This was a property that lived up to its billing.

I would advertise this house as one of the best house rentals I have experienced. Frankie was in touch both before and during the house. The house was immaculate and well kept. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked and the family (of 16) made good use of it. It was easy to enter and exit the neighborhood and it is very easy to navigate to the parks and Orlando generally. The pictures in the description are accurate and the whole family (ages 9-50) enjoyed their stay in a themed room. I cannot recommend the house and the owner enough.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Richmond, VA USA

Glad we chose this villa!

Our huge family of 17 people, ages 14 to 70, visited Hartley House from 16th-30th July 2022 and we are so glad that we chose this villa! After long journeys from the UK, we were thrilled to find the villa absolutely ready for our stay; immaculate, superbly equipped and homely throughout. The owners have put heaps of thought into making sure this lovely home fits all needs; our teenagers adored the games room and adults had mountains of space to be comfortable both indoors and out. Wi-fi was superfast and reliable. Beautiful bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms enhanced the holiday. The spaces are very well thought out and tastefully themed; Disney accents are ever present but not overwhelming – just lovely. A key feature, for us, was the facility to sit together to eat outdoors and we made use of this at almost every meal. The giant, private lanai and pool deck is so comfortable and spacious; on this trip we ordered in and ate together more than any other villa holiday. Very precious time! We all LOVED the pool! Enormous, immaculate and very well maintained; we had to drag ourselves away most days! For our large group, facilities including multiple fridges and washing machines was really helpful. There was a plentiful supply of literally everything we needed; towels, pool towels, crockery and cutlery; everything was very well catered for. Above all, the villa is beautifully located on a large and private plot; the community at Formosa Gardens clearly take pride in the immaculate upkeep of their gardens and properties; it is utterly peaceful and yet located so close to fantastic restaurants, nightlife, shopping and. . . of course. . . the theme parks! We frequently used uber and lyfts and left the cars at home. We say ‘home’ because, this was genuinely how we experienced the property; we felt ‘at home’; the villa and gated community are absolutely safe, the owners made us feel very welcome and genuinely cared about us having everything we needed and having a great holiday. We would not hesitate to recommend to anyone. Hall Family, UK

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Uk

Hartley House family gathering

We have just returned from a great family holiday in Florida we took all our family away for our fiftieth wedding anniversary ,three years late .We stayed at Hartley House ,we have never stayed in a american home so well stocked the kitchen so well equipped, the games room and Kariaoke a pure delight.The swimming pool was so nice and spacious the icing on the cake .if you want to have a stay in Formosa Gardens at Hartley house with a great owner ,you will not be disappointed thats for sure.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Uk

Perfect holiday home with the perfect host

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Hartley House and our host - Frankie - couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating! From the moment we booked she went out of her way to make our stay totally perfect by providing help and information on all manner of things such as local places to visit, restaurants and of course the Disney Parks and Universal Studios. She really couldn’t have been more helpful or responsive, replying to any queries in a super speedy manner - we felt like she was one of the family by the end of our stay! We are a large family of 12, with three youngsters aged 2, 3 and 6yrs, and from the moment we walked into Frankie’s beautiful and spacious home we were all totally blown away!! The comfortable furnishings, fabulous décor, themed rooms with Disney magic, cinema room with pool table (which got lots of use!) are just a few of the villa’s utterly perfect features. The home is exactly as shown in the photos – in fact better – it is beautifully clean with ample towels in all the bathrooms and for use by the heated pool. Speaking of the pool - WOW – it is totally wonderful!! The whole family loved it and it rapidly became a firm favourite - it was a great place to relax and have fun after a busy day out at the theme parks. It is spacious with ample seating, gets a lovely amount of sun and has beautiful clear views of the starry skies at night. There were lots of extras for us all to enjoy, the pool basketball and cornhole were our favourites, and there was an abundance of toys for the little ones. The bedrooms are stunning with great theming and the beds are super comfy, all the bed linen was clean and luxurious, and the entire villa was spotless. Frankie does an amazing job of providing all the home comforts - including all kitchen tools, utensils, and appliances. The laundry room easily accommodated our large family’s washing needs. There are 2 huge fridge freezers and supermarkets (to fill them!) are within 3 minutes’ drive away. The villa’s location is perfect for local restaurants and theme parks, and Formosa Gardens is quiet with beautiful views and scenery. Hartley House truly is the most perfect holiday home and Frankie is the perfect host, I really cannot fault her and her luxurious home - I thoroughly recommend staying here and we all cannot wait to come back when we visit Orlando again. Thank you so much for allowing us to share your beautiful home Frankie and for helping to make our stay so magical.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Uk

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Gorgeous large tropical pool area with spa, surrounded by palm trees and shrubs.
I strongly recommend this Villa Superb

I found this home and Aunger online. Within minutes of making our first inquiry, Charles was on the phone to answer any questions we had. We told him all our requirements and budget, and he was happy to help. We had looked at every villa in Orlando, and none came close to the location (7 minutes to Disney just off the 192), specs (huge pool and great layout), and everything we needed provided. You are always nervous about booking directly and managing your expectations, but I have to say the communication from Aunger was outstanding. Not just the emails, but digital guidebooks, WhatsApp numbers, UK and US numbers, and quick responses to any questions. A fully equipped Kitchen, Loads of seating, and space around the pool. Top-quality beds and mattresses. All linens and towels—even separate pool towels—were waiting for us on arrival. A starter pack, coffee, tea, juice, and water were also waiting for us. The villa was super clean. It was the best villa/accommodation we have ever stayed in. Thank you, Joanne and Charles - we will be back!

Date of stay: July 2024    Reviewer name: Patrick W, Glenboig, United Kingdom

Owners reply
Hi there, Patrick. We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience from the moment you found us online. It was a pleasure to help with your requirements and budget. We love our location, and it's great to know that our villa's proximity, layout, and amenities met your expectations. Knowing that the communication and additional touches like the digital guidebooks and starter packs made your stay even better means a lot to us because we strive to provide all the information our guests need. We're glad you enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen, spacious pool area, and top-quality beds. It’s wonderful to hear that our villa is the best accommodation you’ve ever stayed in. Thank you for your kind words, and we can't wait to welcome you back!