This is a very nice, gated condo vacation rental. Our amenities included a lanai, pool, hot tub,…read moregame room and 6 bedrooms with 4 baths. Everything is top notch. Spacious, beautifully decorated, secure and kid friendly. We loved everything and our family had a great time. This is a self-catered vacation - and requires the usual - washing dishes, bagging trash and putting it outside at the designated time, and starting the laundering of sheets and bath towels before you check out. One small discredit - there are no trash bags, laundry detergent, or dishwasher soap provided. Also no paper towels, coffee filters, sugar, salt & pepper, TP, or dish towel. A few tiny bars of soap in the bathrooms are provided. Don't even think about shampoo or conditioner. There was no hairdryer in the master bedroom (just attachments). I didn't check in the other bedrooms - there might have been one, That means, you have to buy all of these things. You can't buy 1 or 2 trash bags or enough laundry detergent for 2-3 loads, or dishwasher detergent for 3-4 loads. You leave it all behind and hope the next person gets to benefit. Since none of these were in our condo and it appeared to have been rented a week or two ago, I assume all of the things we left behind were removed and the next guest has to purchase them. This is not an inexpensive condo. These are minor expenses but inconvenient and wasteful to buy and discard. Hope someone at Windsor Hills is listening. If not, bring small quantities of all of the above.

Great experience with Fairytale. Turned our home around. Would recommend Fairytale Vacation Rentalsread more

A Birthday Wish Come True: Magic and Mediterranean Charm at Suite 8882…read more If you are looking for a place where "European chic" meets "Disney Magic," look no further than Disney's Riviera Resort. We recently visited for a birthday celebration during the April Spring Break rush, and while the parks were bustling, the Riviera remained our peaceful, pixie-dusted sanctuary. As DVC members for 18 years, we've seen our fair share of resorts, but the Riviera continues to prove why joining the club was the best decision we ever made. The Enchantment of Suite 8882 We stayed in a one-bedroom suite (Room 8882), and to say it was spacious is an understatement. Even though it was just the two of us, this room could have easily hosted a whole "mouse-sized" army of five. The layout is pure Disney genius: Hidden Magic Beds: The living room features two hideaway beds that appear out of nowhere. One is tucked under the TV, and the other--a double--is hidden behind a stunning piece of wall art. For the Fans: As a huge Beauty and the Beast and Mickey/Minnie fan, seeing Cogsworth, Lumiere, Chip, and Mrs. Potts on the wall art was a total "Be Our Guest" moment. The "Royal" Bath: The bathroom setup is perfect for families (or an executive getting ready for a big day). With a standalone soaking tub and a separate enclosed shower/toilet area with two sinks, no one is ever stepping on each other's toes. Five-Star Amenities & Views The room was outfitted with everything a "Home Away from Home" needs--full kitchen, laundry (with soap!), and plenty of light. We especially loved the balcony, which offered a sweeping view of the courtyard, the lake, the Caribbean Resort, and the Skyliner gondolas gliding toward Epcot and Hollywood Studios. It's the perfect spot for a morning coffee before the parks "open up the gates." World-Class Service The cast members truly went above and beyond. From the warm welcome at registration (complete with a birthday pin!) to the incredible service at Topolino's Terrace and Primo Piatto, the hospitality was top-tier. Even the personalized welcome message on the two guest room TVs made us feel like the guests of honor. A Pro-Tip for Travelers: The Grocery "Snag" We did run into one minor "Goofy" moment with our Amazon grocery order. Important Detail: If your order contains alcohol, Disney staff cannot accept it on your behalf if you aren't physically present. Our flight was delayed, and the order was rejected. We simply re-ordered for the next day (sans alcohol to be safe), and the staff was wonderful about delivering everything straight to our room once we returned from the parks. Though the parks were crowded, our stay at the Riviera was a dream. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just looking for some high-end relaxation, Room 8882 at the Riviera is where the magic happens!

I thought Disney's Riviera Resort was nice. It's themed after the French and Italian Riviera and…read morethe architecture of that area, so it has a bit of an upscale atmosphere. It's a big resort and, during our visit, it felt quite crowded. For example, Le Petit Café and the nearby seating areas (like the Voyageurs Lounge) were full of adults mostly working on their laptops. I believe the shop here, La Boutique, has Riviera-exclusive items--including some high-end clothing and resort-branded art--that you can't find anywhere else at Disney World. The highlight for us was Topolino's Terrace on the 10th floor. They serve Mediterranean cuisine and offer a great Character Dining experience at breakfast and fine dining at night. In terms of transportation, the Disney Skyliner has a station here with lines to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. We took the Skyliner from EPCOT, which was convenient. There's also direct bus service to Magic Kingdom, which we utilized as well.

I needed a place to stay recently when visiting the Orlando area. Doing the usual family stuff,…read moreDisney, Universal, etc. We wanted a place where we could cook and relax as if in our home without going broke. We stumbled on this complex, Mango Key. What a nice small community. Very close to all the action, about 4 miles to Disney but very quiet. A great place to relax and unwind. These units are owned by individuals. Some are rented for vacations others are lived in permanently. The pool is big, heated and real clean. The hot tub is nice and warm. We hardly had company in the pool area. We stayed in unit 3. This unit was just remodeled and offered for rent recently. What a beautiful job. Flat screen TVs with DVD players in both bedrooms and the living room. My wife loved the granite counter tops. I enjoyed the couches and screened in porch. The pond and fountain view really made for a nice evening or morning coffee spot. It was nice to be able to park right in front of the door. The kids loved the loft. We will be back.

The best experience with renting an AirBNB. Mrs. Cathy the lady who runs the place, was amazing!!!read more

Grand Floridian is worth the hype! It is the quintessential…read moreresort vibe in Disney World. With our Disney Vacation Club contracts, everything is much more affordable and accessible.. even the Grand Floridian. Just gliding by it on the monorail, we always knew that this was the pinnacle of WDW resorts... and Disney knows it too! With so many dining options from Michelin Star restaurants, to character dining, to just an elegant cafe, to now even a lobby bar.. Grand Floridian has amazing dining options for everyone!! The pool is epic with a great Alice in Wonderland theme. The main lobby is massive and just exudes elegance. It's the wedding go-to with the nearby chapel. The rooms have been updated and are just breathtaking with views and accommodations. They have numerous retail shops too. If you don't like Grand Floridian, it's probably because you haven't tried it or you are just lying to yourself.

Wonderful spa afternoon. Loved my facial and massage. The…read morespa was empty when I arrived and basically had the waiting service to myself, unfortunately it was not the same I between services when the spa was PACKED. There was not enough relaxation space chairs for all guests to have a solace to sit. Groups of women were talking and laughing loudly in the changing room which could be heard in the waiting area. Disappointing to pay so much for a mediocre experience- it felt overbooked and rushed and could not enjoy the pre/post allotment relaxation time. For the price, there are spas with better experiences at a similar price point in the area.

Animal kingdom lodge…read more Stayed here in Feb of 2026. One place that was on check list while staying at Disneyworld. The price is steep as we needed a 2 bed room suite for the 9 of us. We were able to book a DVC (Disney vacation club) room. Total cost of the stay was just under $5000 for a week longs stay. We requested a room closer to elevators or near main lobby as we wanted to keep the grandparents as abled bodied throughout the vacation. The first night they couldn't accommodate us but said the next day they could change our rooms, but by that time we already decided that the walk from lobby wouldn't be to bad. I believe if we were able to get it the first night it would of been better as near the last view days of stay it became a drag to get in and out with an additional 5-9 min walk from lobby to room. Customer service was still excellent throughout the stay. Friendly hi and hellos and the cast members always saying welcome home. Day of arrival we arrived early had stayed in lobby with our luggage as there was no early check in available. I requested early check-in but it was not available. This maybe due to booking a DVC 2 bedroom. Room service to clean room is an up charge when being in a DVC room. However room service was quick when requesting additional linens, trash bags, toiletries, etc. The room we got did not have a direct view of Savana but had plenty of animals around. I would say it was Savana view adjacent. Waking up seeing animals was such a "core memory" unlock for all of us especially the kids. The 2 bed room suite which can be viewed on lots of YouTube videos had 2 full bathrooms, one full kitchen and a kitchenette, 1 full fridge and a mini fridge, 2 fold out couches. I believe some of these rooms are going through renovations/updates. Overall I would recommend staying here, but maybe doing a split stay. Staying at a more affordable resort for a few days than this place for the other days. IE stay here on days with extended hours parks such as Epcot or Magic Kingdom. If I could rate this it would be a 4.5/5, but I'll round up to 5.

Staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge was an absolute dream come true. We spent one night in a…read moreSavanna room and saw just about every animal the area has to offer. For dinner, we enjoyed eating at Boma, but there are other yummy options too. The resort is huge and features shopping, dining, and activities such as swimming, and watching the animals. The staff members are so kind and I can't wait to return.

Fabulous four bed villa with a heated pool, just minutes from the Disney World resort.read more