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MammaMia!

09/11/2013 at 9:32pm
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Hello!

Not that I am permanently going over to "the dark side" of villas, just a one off for next year (camping in France much more relaxing in my opinion!) but I wondered if anyone could recommend any villa/apartment rentals close to the theme parks? Has anyone been to a particular one or could you recommend anything?

Thanks everyone!

Quinny

09/11/2013 at 9:59pm
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My sister has a Disney time share which she has just rented out on 'her' weeks, and when she advertised it, the response was phenomenal, so if your going for it, then get in quick.

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amara 520

09/11/2013 at 10:40pm
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Quote: Originally posted by MammaMia! on 09/11/2013

Hello!

Not that I am permanently going over to "the dark side" of villas, just a one off for next year (camping in France much more relaxing in my opinion!) but I wondered if anyone could recommend any villa/apartment rentals close to the theme parks? Has anyone been to a particular one or could you recommend anything?

Thanks everyone!

We stayed in this villa 3 years ago and had a great time , it is about 20 miles from the disney theme parks

Villa Website www.disneyheightsorlando.com

minicamper2001

10/11/2013 at 11:10am
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We have stayed at the Bella Piazza complex when DS lived there! Not the biggest, by US standards, but the pool was very nice, with a shaded lounging area as well as the pool deck with sun loungers and shades, and there was free wifi in the business centre. Nice little air conditioned gym, and a few shops within walking distance, including a Publix and a gas station. There is a Chinese takeaway, Applebee's, British style F&C shop, and an independent cafe, the Three Nenas there too. We still visit the cafe most days when we are out there, though DS now has his own place a couple of miles down the road. I believe it is about 10 or 15 minutes to Disney. You will hear the fireworks at 9pm every night.

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it depends upon the time of year you intend to go,If you go between the end of April to the end of October then the best deals are usually available from private American owners.
Go on the net and search for Florida villa rentals Orlando you will find loads.
Don't be afraid to negotiate on the price.
If you rent from a UK owner then the best deals are between the end of Oct and the beginning of May.
Saxo1

Monks

10/11/2013 at 7:36pm
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Have you tried www.owners direct.co.uk, we haven't used Villas in Florida but I've used this site for Spain and Portugal.

raftguid1977

10/11/2013 at 7:47pm
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BIL use one in kissimi (not sure on spelling) has gone for last 7 years ( most of them twice a year)

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Bibbster

10/11/2013 at 9:40pm
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Have alook on www.thedibb.co.uk, lots of British owners advertise their villas on the there, you also get some really useful advice, just like on here.

nanajack

11/11/2013 at 5:40pm
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Have a look on here
great website for villas, park tickets, car hire and a very informative forum too.http://www.orlandovillas.com/

minicamper2001

13/11/2013 at 11:09am
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Hmm, no response from OP! Too ashamed, probably, at not going camping in Florida!!

MammaMia!

15/11/2013 at 11:27pm
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Thanks everyone for your thoughts and suggestions, given me lots to think about.

Minicamper2001 - if I could take all my equipment and camp in Florida, I would. Mind you, be a bit hot and the Vermont XL, while an excellent tent, doesn't have air conditioning/hurricane proofing/alligator resistant material.

Thanks everyone. I really appreciate this site and all the help and support everyone gives each other.

minicamper2001

16/11/2013 at 8:26am
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Can you believe there are camping grounds in Florida, but all vans do have aircon! Alligators are not a problem, it's the snakes you have to worry about! Would love to hear how you get on with booking a villa or condo.

jazyjeff

16/11/2013 at 9:47am
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I would have a look around and see if there are any villa/apartment complexes that offer free transportation to the park as parking is about $20 -$25 a day so can add a lot to your holiday.

We are going next year but are staying in a hotel on International drive as we know we can get a bus to Sea World and Universal direct and then 2 buses to get to Disney. I know it is a bit of a faff but a lot cheaper than hiring a car and paying parking. Will taxi late on at night.

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I have never camped in Florida, I would love to hire a big RV like Bradley Walsh and his son did on there TV programme but worried I woulds crash it. I have been to Orlando a few times but always stayed in villas that we rented online. Tried a few different sites but the last few times we have rented our Orlando villas from VR360homes. They seems really good.

Any advice on renting RV's would be great, are they easy to drive?

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Have alook on www.thedibb.co.uk, lots of British owners advertise their villas on the there, you also get some really useful advice, just like on here

Would 2nd the Dibb, they have lots of UK owners, have booked a few villas through them over the years, but we tend to avoid Orlando now and head down to the Gulf Coast.   We've booked a villa in Cape Coral for September through Homeaway, have also booked several villas through them as well

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Anywhere in Kissimmee would be good. 👍😀

Take a day and get on the Bee Line to Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Centre, it is mind blowing. You will have a great time in Florida...............We both said it is a great place NOT to take the kids.

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