POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions!
You can stop looking for the perfect Florida Disney rental villa because you just found it!
Our massive 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom modern two story villa situated in the exclusive Calabay Parc at Tower Lake sub-division is just 18 miles from Disney World along Highway 27. This gated resort has its own lake, boat ramp, and nearby shopping.
* BRAND NEW * POOLSIDE CINEMA WITH 120" SCREEN!!
GUARANTEED POOL HEAT ANY TIME OF THE YEAR UNLIKE MOST VILLAS! Our pool and spa (hot tub) are GAS heated and WILL KEEP OUR POOL AND HOT TUB HEATED IN ANY MONTH!!! (Gas Pool and spa heat is optional at $30 per night - min 7 nights)
The "Palace at Tower Lake" offers 5 bedrooms, (3 of which are Master King Suites) with en-suite facilities, a fourth bedroom in a Jurassic Park theme with a double bed and single bed and a fifth bedroom in a Minions theme with two single beds.
Here are some of the main features our villa has to offer:
THIS VILLA HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED!!
BRAND NEW / NEW:
-- * BRAND NEW * POOLSIDE CINEMA WITH 120" SCREEN!! Watch movies/sports/tv shows plus log in to your Netflix/Disney +/Prime accounts for full entertainment all while enjoying the pool! This amazing after dusk outdoor experience features a MASSIVE 120" pull-down theatre screen with commercial-grade projector and sound bar. AMAZING picture quality from any angle!! You have to see it to believe it! -- NEW MARVEL-THEMED entertainment space with theatre!! NEW FULL SIZED ARCADE WITH OVER 400 GAMES INCLUDING PACMAN, DONKEY KONG AND MORE!! -- * BRAND NEW * Jurassic Park themed bedroom, with hand painted mural, and a life-sized raptor blasting through the wall!! -- * BRAND NEW * Minions themed bedroom, with hand painted walls -- NEW Breakfast Dining set and bar stools -- NEW King mattresses
RECENT UPGRADES:
- Updated living room decor - New upgraded kitchen appliances including a extra large french door refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water dispenser. - Additional beverage fridge in the theatre
Further upgrades:
- Complete MARVEL-THEMED theatre and entertainment space!! A REAL Theatre with 125" (10 FOOT) screen! AND Leather multi level seating! - Fantastic Jurassic Park themed bedroom! - LED pool deck lighting added for a greater experience! - Fresh paint throughout the villa! - Top grain leather furniture for the living room area - Weber Gas BBQ - Awesome Minions-themed Bedroom! - 42" LED TV installed under the lanai for pool and outside deck viewing!! - Fantastic quartz countertops in the kitchen and upgraded appliances - Over 3100 square feet of air conditioned living space! - Located in the fully gated-guardhouse community of Calabay Parc at Tower Lake, which provides 24/7 security for you and you guests, along with security cameras on the front of the property for additional peace of mind - FREE long distance calling ANYWHERE in Canada or the USA. - Large living area with a 65" flat screen tv and reclining leather furniture, open and connected to the formal dining area, breakfast room and kitchen. - MARVEL-THEMED Games room with 8 foot slate pool table, full-sized stand up arcade with 400 classic games! - Main floor king master suite with 50" flat screen tv, Serta beauty rest mattress complete with pool access. - 2nd King master suite with 42" flat screen tv and ensuite bathroom. - 3rd and 4th bedrooms (3rd King master and 4th double / single in a Jurassic Park theme) complete with ensuites - 5th bedroom fitted with two single beds in a Minions theme. - Extended pool deck with lanai, GAS HEATED pool and hot tub (this is a true hot tub, not spa) as advertised by other villas which are the same temperature as the pool. Our pool is heated to 88 degrees and hot tub 104 when this option is selected). - Flat screen tvs in all rooms including a massive 65" in the living room! - Play Station 4 with a selection of games. - Upgraded, high quality furniture package. - Gourmet kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances. - A Walmart superstore, Publix supermarket and several restaurants are just 2-3 minutes away.
We have also included baby gear:
High chair Playpen/portable crib Stroller Pool fence/gate
INCREDIBLE OUTDOOR POOLSIDE CINEMA EXPERIENCE WILL PROVIDE MANY AMAZING MEMORIES!! UNBELIEVABLE VIEWS FROM ANY ANGLE!!
We've also added a second living space/theatre/games room for you and your family to enjoy - expanding the air conditioned floor space to over 3100 square feet!!! We are pleased to advise that all bedroom have flat screen tv's and digital cable. This incredible Florida pool villa will comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. In the large open living room area you will find comfortable LEATHER FURNITURE and a massive 65" flatscreen tv. This villa has a gourmet kitchen with all STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES and QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS. You will be amazed with the space provided by the open floor plan. LED Flat screen was added to the POOL AREA FOR POOL AND HOT TUB VIEWING!! WEBER GAS BBQ was just upgraded!! We also offer a AIR CONDITIONED games/theatre room with slate pool table and full sized stand-up arcade with over 400 classic games - which has been completely over-taken by the characters of MARVEL COMICS!! In the screened pool area you can sip a cool drink next to the natural gas heated, non-overlooked pool & spa which will always ensure warm comfortable water all year round unlike electric heat pumps that fail in the winter months. This area is accented with comfortable pool furniture & lanai to keep you cool on the hot summer Florida days. The back garden of palm trees, banana trees, and birds of paradise plants provide gorgeous tropical views along with plenty of privacy! Wait for dusk to see the tropical garden highlighted by ambient garden lights!
STILL NOT CONVINCED?? HAVE A LOOK AT OUR CALENDER WHICH SPEAKS FOR ITSELF! We run a 98 percent rental average!! PLEASE NOTE: ALLL OUR PHOTOS ON THIS SITE HAVE BEEN TAKEN RECENTLY SO YOU ARE SEEING EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE BOOKING, which is unlike some villas found on the internet where photos were taken when the villa was first built, but the villa no longer looks the same. WE MAKE 4-5 TRIPS PER YEAR TO VISIT DURING WHICH TIME UPGRADES AND GENERAL UPKEEP IS COMPLETED. WE ARE CERTAIN THAT YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED IN EVERYTHING THIS VILLA HAS TO OFFER!!!
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Haines City
Platinum Rated Villa WITH MASSIVE UPGRADES: Theatre, Arcade, Star Wars
All guests must be registered, visitors must be approved prior to arrival.
No animals of any kind including service dogs
No smoking of any kind (including vaporizers) inside the villa - Smoking IS PERMITTED IN THE POOL AREA, ASHTRAYS PROVIDED
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Haines City
Located in Haines City, this villa is near theme parks and on a lake. LEGOLAND® Florida is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, ChampionsGate Golf Club and Reunion Resort Golf Course are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Indigo's Billiards, Bowling & Games, or check out an event or a game at Winter Haven City Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Walt Disney World® Resort - 24 min drive - 31.8 km
Disney Springs™ - 25 min drive - 37.1 km
Universal Orlando Resort - 36 min drive - 50.6 km
Universal Studios Florida - 40 min drive - 53.6 km
Getting around
Winter Haven Station - 21 min drive
Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Culver's - 13 min walk
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions!?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions! on 12 May 2025 start from AU$355, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is POOLSIDE CINEMA Disney Pool Villa - Theatre/Arcade/Jurassic Park/Minions! located?
This family-friendly Haines City villa is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club and True Blue Winery. Lewis W Mathews Memorial Sports Complex and White Heron Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was fantastic for our family. We would definitely stay here again. The owner was extremely responsive.
Jeff F.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2020
Hey Jeff, thanks for the review, we are glad that you enjoyed your stay! You and your family were perfect guests and we would be happy to host you again any time you find yourself in the Orlando area!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marisa P.
19 Dec 2018
Very lovely property with nice amenities
Great pool and hot tub, big kitchen, plenty of room inside and out for relaxing and we loved the theater/game room. Easy drive to Disney parks. Would definitley recommend and we will stay here again!
Marisa P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hello Marisa
Thank you so very much for the excellent review! We are very happy that you enjoyed the villa and everything it has to offer! Please let us know if you ever return to the Florida area and we would love to have another opportunity to earn your business.
Thanks again for booking and we hope you and your family has an amazing holiday season.
Brad
The house was great - exactly what we were looking for; pool was nice, movie room was perfect, and the remainder of the house was very nice and exactly how it was described. I would definitely stay here again.
Sean M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2020
Hi Sean thank you so much for the excellent review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the villa and it met all your expectations! We really enjoyed hosting you and your family and appreciate the care you took of our villa and the property! We would love to have you back anytime! Thanks again for booking and Happy Holidays!
Brad and Joan
The house was great for a spring break trip. We spent most of the time in the pool and hot tub, enjoyed the game room and had plenty of space for those who had to work or do school work. Close to everything and a relaxing trip! Owners were super responsive!
Joe W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
You and your family were amazing guests, Joe! Thanks so much for the review and we are very glad to hear that you guys enjoyed the villa! You would be welcome back to our villa any time!!
My family and I had a great stay here! It was very clean! The house had everything and more to make our stay feel like home away from home. Brad and Joan are great at communicating with you. We enjoyed the heated pool and hot tub, that's where we spent most our time! Highly recommend this property!
Chad M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
Thanks Chad for being such great guests! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to host you and your family again any time! Thanks for the review!
The house is even better in person! It worked great for our family of 7 and could have fit more comfortably. The pool and movie room are a super awesome feature. We will definitely be staying again! Brad was very prompt and excited to help us out with any questions.
Verified traveller
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay!! Thanks for the review Warren, and we would love to host you again any time that you return to Florida in the future!!
My family really enjoyed our trip to Florida & this home was great! Very accommodating & clean. We liked the pool & game room, the location was great also. The host were very nice & responded quickly. One of the easiest & pleasant hosts we have ever dealt with!!! We would recommend this villa to anyone planning a trip to Florida!! Thank you!!
We very much enjoyed our stay in Haines City, FL and had a relaxing vacation. The booking procedure was swift and Brad and Joan were very responsive throughout our stay and answered our questions instantly. The house was very clean and well equipped and the beds were very comfortable for a good night sleep. The kids especially loved the Minions bedroom, the (heated) pool, and the movie theater. Overall a really nice and well equipped home in a perfect location to enjoy the many attractions in the area.
Stefan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Stefan
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We are so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed the villa and that it met your expectations! Should you ever return to the Orlando area we would love to have the opportunity to host you again! You were awesome guests!
Knobs regards
Brad and Joan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jim H.
4 Aug 2018
Perfect vacation villa
We selected Brad's villa for our vacation with our grandchildren due to location and amenities provided. After spending our day out (at the theme park or beach) we were welcomed to the pool and movie theatre for an evening of relaxation. If you have any questions, Brad and his staff immediately responded. We would be delighted to book this villa again for our vacation needs.
Jim H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Jim,
Thank you very much for the incredible review.
We pleased to hear that you enjoyed the villa and found my service to be what should be expected. I do really try to ensure every guest is provided the very best service while staying with us. I would love to have the opportunity to host you and your family again should you return to the Orlando area. I have some exciting upgrades planned for this fall which I'm sure you would enjoy.
Thanks again for booking, you and your family were great guests!
Brad
We had a wonderful time at this property! Our kids (ranging in age from 8 to 15) enjoyed the pool, pool table, and arcade cabinet. The location is excellent. It is close to a Walmart and several fast food places and restaurants. It is about a half an hour away from Disney and Legoland. The property managers are very attentive and reply to messages promptly!
Amanda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2021
Hi Amanda
Thank you so much for your review of our property and it’s so nice to hear that you enjoyed your stay! You and your family were amazing guests and we would love to host you again anytime! Also, thank you for taking some extra time with tidying up before you left, our Property Manager really appreciated it!
Brad & Joan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stacy M.
19 June 2017
Excellent, excellent, excellent villa!!!
The owners are easy to contact, very accommodating! The house was amazing! The 3 large and comfortable beds plus the other comfy beds made it easy for my family to get a good nights rest after long days of visiting beaches and parks!! The pool area was amazing with a wonderful clean pool and a large covered area for sitting and having coffee in the morning! The theatre room was amazing! 8 large comfy recliners and a large screen with a projector made it very easy to sit and relax and enjoy a movie at night!!! Highly recommend this villa!
Stacy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks for the awesome review Stacy! I'm so happy to hear your guys enjoyed the villa. Hope you consider our place again in the future.
Brad
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Beth P.
28 Aug 2016
AWESOME!
This place is amazing! We had so much fun playing in the theater room and swimming in the pool...hanging out has never been so fun! Home is clean and very well stocked. Brad, the owner in easy to communicate with and responds very quickly. Take the drive to the Cherry Pocket Restaurant, you won't be disappointed! My kids can't wait to go back to the FUN house...you should go too!
Beth P.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks again for staying with us Beth! We would love to have you and your family back anytime!
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at this villa during our Disney vacation. This home away from home, was absolutely what we were looking for when booking for our large family. The pool was perfect for the kids after a long day at parks. We especially loved the theater room ! One of the main reasons in booking was the location , it felt very safe and comfortable and was a short drive to-the parks. We had a wonderful time during our stay . Thank you Brad for answering any concern and being very accommodating! Also thank you to property manager Robin for the cleanliness of the home . Absolutely would stay again!
Jill K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so very much for the great review! We hope to see you again!
Thank you so much for letting us stay at your awesome house! Everything was exactly as listed! When we arrived in Orlando the car rental company that we had rented from three months prior was completely sold out of cars not just for us but for about 200 other customers. So finally arriving at the property at midnight we so so elated to find the property very clean, extremely well stocked with all kitchen needs, and the pool was amazing! Thank you so much for making our vacation so amazing. It really was our saving grace!
Jessica P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
We are glad to hear that the villa was amazing for you and your guests! You guys were great and we would love to have to back any time!! Thanks for the review!
Expirence was fantastic. Communication with the property owner was spot on. House was exactly like advertised. The one thing we would do differently next time is spring for the gas. We figured the pool would be warm enough in August in Florida but it got a little chilly at night and when it rained. Overall perfect size for family of 9, with plenty to keep the kids entertained... We didnt go to the parks but was very close driving distance..
Douglas H.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
Thanks for the review Douglas! You and your family were great guests and we would love to host you again any time!
Chose this property based on its amenities, as our family decided to have a STAYcation Florida style! Since we were not visiting the big parks this trip it was all about relaxation. The house, pool, hot tub, and theatre room were just as advertised. We swam all day, watched movies and Netflix on the large theatre screen all night, slept in the next morning, woke up and hit repeat! For us it couldn’t have been better for our trip. Location was great, plenty of options for different food places that we don’t have in MN. My kids loved having their own king size beds and bathrooms. Owners were in contact to let us know we could check in early, and when I had a question the response was extremely quick. Our family had a fantastic time and are already talking with some friends about when we could all head down together.
Chris D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
Thanks for choosing our villa for your staycation Chris!! Florida is definitely a bit different that Minnesota and we are glad you were able to relax and enjoy the villa as well as the area! You and your family were excellent guests and we would love to host you again in the future!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Debra W.
9 Feb 2017
Wonderful place to stay!
I recently stayed at the villa with my daughter and her 2 year old and 8 month old. I cannot say enough good things about this place and I would not hesitate to stay there again. When I rented it, I thought the theatre room was nice, but probably not something we would use. I was so wrong. We used it almost nightly. They kitchen is well done and well stocked. Every room is decorated nicely and well maintained. You can tell the care and thought that goes into this villa. It even had everything we needed for the baby. There was a pack and play, high chair and strollers. The pool and hot tub area was just beautiful. Don't hesitate, rent it!
Debra W.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Debbie,
Thank you very much for the excellent review!
You folks were the perfect guests! If you ever return to the Florida area and are looking for a villa it would be a pleasure to have you stay with us again. If you are renting elsewhere and are in need of a reference please feel feee to forward my info.
Thanks again for staying with us.
Regards
Brad
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lauren G.
14 Nov 2017
Fantastic Disney Family Vacation Villa!
If you are looking to book a home for your Disney vacation, look no further! The minute we booked, the property owner Brad was extremely accommodating and responsive to any questions we had. The house was very spacious! We were a total of 8 people, including two children and everyone had their own space to relax! We really enjoyed the pool and the theatre room! It was really great to be able to spend the day at the parks, and come “Home” to relax at the end of every night! The house has everything you could possibly need and then some! It was also very accommodating for children and babies! I loved the Pool fence! Definitely gave me piece of mind! You will not be disappointed! I highly recommend this villa! Our family is looking forward to renting again in the near future!
Lauren G.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for the review Lauren! It was truly a pleasure having your family rent out villa. We really appreciate the care you took of our home and would love to hear from you again should you return to the Disney area.
Thanks again.
Brad
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn N.
17 July 2018
A Great House - clean, cozy and well supplied
We rent a home for our family reunion in the Orlando area every year and this house was stocked THE best of all the 5 previously rented homes. At other places we have had to use paper plates and cups because there weren't even enough plates and glasses for the 8 to 10 of us. I didn't count, but this home probably had 20+ plates and 40+ glasses. It also had plenty of flatware and lots and lots of pots and pans. It also had a wide variety of items for the baby - high chair, cribs, etc. Also, there were PLENTY of towels which have been in short supply in other houses. The theater room was great fun too! Lastly, Brad was so responsive and easy to work with as was Robin. Thank you for sharing your home and being so accommodating.
Lynn N.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Lynn,
Thank you very much for booking our villa and the amazing review! I really appreciate it when guests do notice all the small details that we ensure are always kept in top order when we visit several times a year. I would love to rent to you and your family again in the future should you return to the Orlando area and will do my very best to earn your business. Your family were the perfect renters! Thanks again and I hope you have a great summer!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy K.
4 Nov 2018
Immaculate home away from home
Wow! This villa is beautiful! 7 of us were extremely comfortable and had plenty of space. The pool and hot tub were a great way to relax after a day at Disney. We did pay for the pool to be heated and it was worth every penny! We all slept very comfortably. We didn’t really get to take full advantage of the movie theater and game room because the weather was sunny and perfect the entire week. The kitchen was extremely well appointed and pretty much had everything we needed. I would also highly recommend using Instacart for grocery and alcohol delivery. It was nice to relax and not have to worry about the grocery shopping once we got to the villa. This villa felt like home as soon as we walked in. I will be recommending it to everyone I know and we hope to return soon! Thank you Brad for everything!
Amy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Amy! Thank you very much for booking! Your family were the perfect guests!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brandi H.
24 June 2018
Amazing Villa!
This villa was the perfect choice for us!
We loved every part of the home. We hung outside in the lanai, pool and hot tub area most of the time when we were home.
The bedrooms are spacious and the beds are so comfortable. All furniture throughout the villa is new and the villa is extremely clean and well thought out and organized. Everything you need is supplied. Just bring food and drinks!
Brad, the owner is amazing. He contacted me immediately after I reserved the home. And he stayed in contact with me throughout my stay. Brad is a great host! And Robin the property manager was great too. Both Brad and Robin respond very quickly to any question you may have.
This is the perfect place for a family who are planning to go to Disney and Universal.
This was a Disney trip for us and the distance to the parks aren’t far at all.
Very clean and modern villa with EVERYTHING you need. We will be back next year, when we visit Universal Studios and Disney again. Thanks Brad!
Brandi H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Brandi!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I'm so very happy to hear you enjoyed the villa and your Florida vacation! Should you decide to return to this area please contact me and I will do my very best to earn your business once again. You guys were awesome guests!
Thanks again for booking and I hope you have a great summer!
Brad
Everything was amazing from the moment we booked the property to the time we checked out. The Villa is modern with newer furniture. The owners are very responsive to messages. We never had to wait more than a few minutes for a response, so communication was great! The villa was super accommodating for our party of 10 and offered so many things to do. Whether it was playing a game of pool, hanging out under the lanai, playing in the pool, relaxing in the hot tub, playing old school arcade games, Play Station games or watching movies in the Theater room, we all had a blast! There were enough chairs between two dining tables that we could all sit and eat at the same time. That was really nice. Another wonderful feature was having 5 bathrooms! The Villa was stocked well with plenty of dishes, cookware and towels! We paid to have the pool and hot tub heated but didn’t realize they work together so the pool was too warm for us, since the outdoor temperature was in the 90’s. That wasn’t a problem and the Property Manager was able to turn it off for us. The owners are very understanding and easy to work with. We would definitely stay here again, the next time we are in the Orlando area. The location was convenient for us as well and had plenty of shopping and restaurants close by.
Laura W.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! You guys are great guests and we would love to host you again any time! Thanks for the detailed review, it really helps others to see everything that the villa offers :)
Brad & Joan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
30 Aug 2018
Wonderful Villa! Very clean, well stocked, extremely responsive caretakers!
We were two families staying in this spacious & comfortable villa for what we call a “no parks trip”, meaning we spent all of the 7 days at the villa & enjoying everything it had to offer. This very clean & well maintained home is fully stocked with all the amenities you could think of, plus more! Brad is an attentive and welcoming host with wonderful communication. Robin, the property manager, is easy to contact and very responsive to any needs. Craig is not only quick & efficient with pool maintenance but also very friendly and a delight to chat with. The main reasons we picked this home above others are the number of bedrooms & bathrooms, the privacy of the pool area from the side neighbors, the size of the covered lanai as well as the air conditioned theater/game room. We were pleased with all of these and each were above our expectations.
The extras that made our stay even more enjoyable & show Brad really cares for his guests:
quantity and quality of bath & pool towels available
extremely well stocked, updated kitchen with open floor plan
2nd fridge/freezer in the theater room
theater screen & high quality, comfortable theater seating
play station games & pool table
amount of seating & large table on the lanai
the TV on the lanai
towel drying racks in the pool area
pool floats & toys
usage of the BBQ grill included in rental price
The only thing we can say against this villa is the traffic noise from Bates Road, which backs up to this house (the pinpoint location on homeaway’s map is not correct and does not reflect the true location of the house). However, this did not hinder our vacation or the enjoyment of the pool area, in fact we spend most of our time in the pool/hot tub and dining on the lanai. Thank you Brad for the use of your fabulous villa!
Mary H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks for the awesome review Mary! Please consider our villa again for future Florida vacations!
There's TOO much to say about this property, so I'll try to keep it short and in list format.
1. Brad was so easy to work with. He replies quickly to all messages.
2. The check-in process was quick and easy (always a plus after a flight)
3. The scent. I'm a huge fan of nice smells, so I had to put this near the top of the list. As soon as you open the front door, you are greeted by what I can only describe as the smell of an autumn bakery (if that's even a thing). I'm not sure what the scent is, but it was VERY nice. It's something 99% of owners don't consider. I really appreciated that.
4. The photos are great, but this place is amazing in person. My 2 sons especially loved the theater room. We played Minecraft all week on the large projector screen. All rooms were great, but the Master on the main floor was luxury all the way! Surprisingly, my sons bypassed the 2 themed rooms upstairs and opted for one of the other Master suites. They wanted a big boy room. The pool area was perfectly secluded on all sides with huge exotic looking plants on the back side of the property. It was like being in your own private paradise. FYI, the max depth is 5 feet. Just a piece of info I always inquire about. The outdoor TV and outdoor ceiling fan was a big plus. We ate all our meals out on the pool deck and binged lots of Pokemon on Netflix. We were in the pool EVERY day!
5. The kitchen is fully stocked and very well decorated.
6. The gated community is very well maintained and peaceful. I will say this particular property backs to a public street on the other side of the wall, so you do get a bit of road noise (nothing crazy though). I'm a city guy, so it didn't bother me.
7. The worst part of this experience was the check-out; we didn't want to do it. LOL
There are other details I could share, but I believe what I shared will help you make your decision. Pulling into the driveway of this place felt like coming home each day. My wife, my sons, and I look forward to doing this again. Best family vacation ever! Thanks Brad!!
Tyrone L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2021
Tyrone
Thank you so very very much for this incredible review!!! We certainly love reading comments such as these, as it really drives home that we are doing things right with providing the very best experience for our guests!
Our property management team mentioned that you and your family left the villa in perfect condition and that they could barely tell that anyone had been staying in there over the past week. Thank you so much for assisting with tidying up before you left as this surely helps our cleaning team with all the extra disinfecting and enhanced cleaning protocols now required.
You and your family were 10/10 plus guests and we would be thrilled to host you again anytime in the future.
Thanks again for booking with us,
Brad & Joan
My family had a great time. Brad & Joan were great if we had any questions they answered right away.
Had a great time everything was clean and a lot of room for the family. Love to be able to relax outside and watch a movie by the pool that is awesome to have. My son like the games they had. I would stay here again without question. Nice to see that we we’re token care of even after we got there lot of places are done with you after you pay but not brad & Joan they really make your stay amazing.
Keith C.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Brad Murray
We live in Manitoba Canada and my family has enjoyed visiting Florida for the past 20 years, first as rental guests ourselves and then as owners. We love visiting Florida several times a year to visit the parks and ensure the villa is being kept at the standard you would expect. We hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!
Why they chose this property
This is not your typical Disney villa rental. We visit several times a year to ensure our home will exceed your expectations upon arrival. We are constantly making upgrades and as such the photos you see on this website are current and accurate unlike others that are taken at the time they are constructed and never updated.
Furthermore, we believe that we are in the very best location. Prior to purchasing we rented in communities throughout the Disney area and found Calabay to be our favourite. The quiet area combined with a multitude of restaurants, shops, and stores makes it the perfect area to stay. Close to Disney but just outside the very busy parks.
We know that once you book our amazing home that you will not be disappointed! Thank you for considering!