How to Choose an Orlando Villa for a Disney Vacation

If you're planning an extended stay Disney vacation, you can save a significant amount of money by renting an Orlando villa or vacation home instead of staying at a hotel. Many vacation homes in Orlando are available for rent year round on a weekly or monthly rental basis, and can provide you with the ultimate home away from home experience.

You'll find dozens of vacation villa communities located within a short drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and other popular Orlando attractions, and most are conveniently located near grocery stores, shopping and dining destinations.

Use this guide to find the perfect Orlando villa for an upcoming Disney vacation:

Step 1: Calculate the Distance from the Orlando Villa to Walt Disney World

You'll find dozens of Orlando vacation homes clustered around the town of Celebration and US 192 in Kissimmee, and these are about a ten to fifteen-minute drive from the entrance of the Disney theme parks. If you want to find cheaper Orlando villa rentals, you can choose a vacation home located in Davenport or Haines City, about a thirty-minute drive from the entrance to Walt Disney World. Make sure you figure out how far away the vacation home is from the theme parks so that you can get to your favorite attractions easily.

Step 2: Consider the Number of People Staying the Orlando Vacation Home

Many vacation homes in Orlando can accommodate for large groups and have up to six bedrooms or more depending on the resort community. You can choose from single-storey and two-storey villas in many communities near the resorts, and many of the larger homes have private entrances and master suites with deluxe amenities. If you plan on entertaining during your Orlando vacation, look for a villa that has a spacious dining room, large patio, or provides guests with access to a communal party area.

Step 3: Consider the Orlando Villa Amenities

Almost all vacation villas in Orlando have a private pool, and pool cleaning and maintenance services are included in the rental fees. Other popular Orlando villa amenities include:

- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Deck with an outdoor fireplace and kitchen
- Full-size kitchens fully stocked with utensils, cookware and server ware
- Large-screen television in the living area
- Full size washer and dryer in a separate laundry room
- Community pool, playground and recreational room
- Professionally landscaped gardens and lawns
- Private garage
- Private mailbox

Step 4: Review Orlando Vacation Home Rental Policies and Conditions

Many villa owners in Orlando require renters to pay a deposit when making their reservation, and pay the remaining balance approximately two weeks before their arrival. In some cases, you can select your villa from available inventory directly from a website, and make your reservation online or over the phone with a credit card.

Most villa owners will confirm reservations with a formal letter in the mail or send you an e-mail with all of the details about your rental and their booking policy. Make sure you understand the booking policy thoroughly before signing a contract and submitting your credit card information.