In short, book this property and you will be the hero of the family. My wife and I rented this property in March 2019 and we couldn't be happier. Our two young girls (2 & 4) had such a wonderful experience.
First, the owner... this is a true rental by owner, not a property management agency. The experience between the two entities is night and day. The owner, Randy, was the best communicator we've ever had when renting a property. He took the time to understand what we were looking to get out of our vacation and he went above and beyond to ensure we were happy with everything. And, we most definitely were.
The pool is huge, clean, and the view from the backyard is the best we've ever had. Definitely opt for the pool heat if you're renting in the cooler seasons. The hot tub is wonderful & relaxing. We loved the fact that the house is one floor so we didn't have to worry about the baby with the stairs. Quick note for families with babies: in the garage/gameroom, there's a high chair, forward facing car seat, and single jogging stroller. If you're thinking twice about lugging a stroller on a plane it would be wise to ask Randy if they are available during your stay.
The ceilings of this gorgeous home are vaulted and the open space of the house is perfect for entertaining and always being engaged with company. Each bedroom is private and quiet. I wish I could describe how well this home is laid out. It just flows so perfectly all throughout. The grill was great! We traveled to a Gulf side beach one day and Randy had everything we needed for our journey in the gameroom (beach chairs, cooler, all terrain stroller).
The neighborhood is very quiet and the neighbors were super friendly. We felt welcomed and were really able to relax and have a great family vacation. We didn't do any of the Disney or Universal parks this time around but when we do our top priority will be booking this home. We stayed in Clermont before when doing the parks and the proximity to the parks is just as good as anywhere else without the crowds and traffic.
Thanks to Randy for an extraordinary experience with our vacation rental. If you're still searching and this property is available, book it now!!