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Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Green spaces just minutes away
    Guests love the location for its easy access to nearby parks.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kissimmee, FL
  • Place, Bonanza Golf & Gifts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mighty Jungle Golf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Walt Disney World® Resort
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Spare Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath

* NEW FLOORING, AC, Water Heater, mattresses and more
* Water Park Area at Windsor Hills is a huge hit!
• 2 Bedroom/2 Full Bath, Spacious rooms, King and 2 double beds, large walk in
closets
• Full Kitchen – Stainless Appliances, Granite Countertops
• Large High Def flat screen TV’s and surround sound in All
Rooms, Playstation 3 and Games in 2nd Bedroom! Cell phone
docking station and writing/computer desk.
• Full Size Washer/Dryer
• High Chair, Stroller and Pack-N-Play Crib, Wagon to transport kids/pool gear
• Close to Clubhouse and Resort Style Pool and Hot Tub
• Gated Resort Community 1.5 miles to Disney!
• Poolside Market and Cafe, recently renovated and upgraded
• Wonderful resort amenities including a surround sound movie
theatre, game room, pool tables, ping pong,fitness center, tennis, putting
green, basketball courts, outdoor grills and tables, playgrounds
playgrounds, and organized games for kids at the pool are so fun!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids will love the Playstation 3!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 805439vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kissimmee

Located in Windsor Hills, a neighbourhood in Kissimmee, this condo is near theme parks and near a water park. Mystic Dunes Golf Club and Reunion Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Walt Disney World® Resort and Old Town. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Disney's Hollywood Studios® and Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park.
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Kissimmee, FL

What's nearby

  • Bonanza Golf & Gifts - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mighty Jungle Golf - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Disney Springsâ„¢ - 11 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Kissimmee Station - 26 min drive
  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cafetal Bakery & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Osaka Bay Buffet - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem less than 2 miles to Disney! NEW FLOORS and much more! 2 bed/2 bath located?

This family-friendly Kissimmee condo building is located in Windsor Hills, within 3 mi (5 km) of Island H2O Live! and Walt Disney World® Resort. Mystic Dunes Golf Club is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Affordable Family Place

The Howell's Nest was a nice affordable condo. It had very comfortable beds and updated decor. It was also close to the pool and to the other amenities. We would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks so much for the nice review and choosing our property! Hope to have you back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Great Condo For Disney/Universal

The condo was perfect for our Disney/Universal trip. It was clean, updated, and had very comfortable beds! It's proximity to the parks was so convenient. The owner was great to work with and answered any questions I had prior to arrival. I would definitely recommend this condo and would book again myself for our next trip to Orlando.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Glad you had a great time and enjoyed our place! So nice to hear that folks are comfortable, would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benitra S.

Very nice and clean!

We really enjoyed our stay! We didn’t spend much time here because we were at Magic Kingdom and visiting other areas, but it was very nice and clean! It was spacious enough for our family of four. The beds were also comfortable. It’s a gated community and we felt very safe. This place is close to everything! I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks so much for the lovely review! Nice you hear you had a great time and enjoyed the resort. I hope to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and convenient Disney stay

Clean and comfortable stay. Bed was comfortable, towels are nice, came with a few of the basic necessities like paper towel, dish soap, detergents, etc.which was plenty for us for a few days stay. Access to elevator to load and unload. Nearby to parks. Responsive, even in after hours. We were parents with a two year old and it was a great fit for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks again for choosing our place!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleased with our stay

I came to town for my daughter's volleyball tournament for Nationals at the Orange County Convention Center. It was about a 25-45 min drive depending on the route you chose to take. If you're staying with small children, this condo was equip with a highchair, playpen, 2 full size beds with a playstation, books. For us moms, there were 2 blow dryers! Lots of Tupperware, dishes, washer/dryer. This home has a lot. Felt safe, and the pool was amazing as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Great value, close to parks, beautiful spacious condo

I'm so happy I found this condo! I had reviewed the site multiple times for months to get an idea of possible options before we were able to lock in our vacation dates with our busy family! This condo was exactly how it was described and then some. The pictures do not do it justice! It's simple yet beautiful and very family friendly! We loved how close we were to the parks! The pool was wonderful! We will definitely look for this condo first for availability if we visit Orlando again! The booking was easy and the check in simple and friendly! The condo was very clean!! Best choice I've made on a place to stay in a long time!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks Deborah!! That is SO nice to hear! Glad you and your family had a great time...look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamme P.

Would definitely return!

Property was perfect for our family of 4! So close to Disney and other attractions. Mary was more than accommodating with my many questions and gave me some very helpful hints. Condo was clean and had most everything we needed for 10 days. The only thing kitchen was lacking was a microwave but we managed without one. The kids were able to enjoy the pool on site but we were so busy at other attractions we had no idea of all the amenities right on site (until we read the brochure).
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
I am so happy to hear how much you enjoyed it! I am wondering if the microwave wasn't working? If you get a chance please let me know. Happy to hear that you were able to take advantage of all the resort has to offer as well! Thanks for staying at our property!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo!

This condo is perfect for a small family. Very clean and updated. Comfy couch and living area! Our instructions to the door lock were wrong in the email and had no # to call other than the owner, but she was a life saver to help us get it figured out. So be sure you have a 6 digit # for the code. Otherwise it will be wrong. About a 20 minute to Disney and a 45 min-1 hr drive to Universal due to th3 traffic. Great places to eat nearby and very close to Walmart. Would definitely stay here again if we ever go back to Disney!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice Stay, But..

The condo is beautiful and has everything you could possibly need for your stay. The check in process was super easy and this location is very close to Disney. However, this area is insanely busy in the middle of October. I cannot imagine how it must be during peak times. Traffic was overwhelming, and you would sit through several lights before being able to turn. The Walmart, while super close and convenient, was even crazier. Universal is about 35 minutes from here and there is always stop and go traffic on I-4. The white bath towels at the condo were stained, one had blood on it and one had brown mud-like smears. I washed them all before we used them and the stains did not come out. There are tiny ants in the kitchen, which I realize are common in Florida, but keep all of your food in the fridge. The door has an anti-lock out feature, so double check the door is locked before you leave for the day. The fridge wasn't working when we arrived but my husband fixed it. The next day we found out the bathroom sink was clogged. He tried to fix that too, but we left a message for the property manager. She did not respond so the next day I called the 24/7 number and they had a guy out within a couple of hours! It was a nice condo, beautiful pool area, but it was just too congested for us. We will be choosing another area if we return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place ! Great location! The house was perfectly clean with lots of space and everything to accommodate guests from towels to soap !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

Great family option

This condo has all your family needs. It worked perfectly for our family of four. The resort also has wonderful amenities and is close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

Clean. Minutes away from Disney

Easy checkin. The new waterpark is a parents dream. Condo was clean and as described. Would recommend to friends and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Great stay with great amenities! Very quiet complex!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Kids stayed up playing the available electronics! It was a very enjoyable experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Perfect For Us

This apartment was perfect for my family of 4...very accommodating, very clean, and nice touches that make a difference to my sons ages 11 & 7. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you to the owner Mary for getting back to me quickly with all of my questions and concerns. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed the space and sounds like you all had a great time! We would love to have you back, thanks for taking the time to write such a nice review. Best to your family in the new school year!
Archival

4/10 Poor

Stephanie D.

Great location but needs a deep clean.

This is my first experience using a VRBO but we have stayed at condo rentals many times. 15 minutes to Magic Kingdom, 25 to Universal and 45 to Legoland, which is where we spent each of our days. So it was a great location. Nice pool, arcade, grounds. Wal-Mart and delicious pizza place both within a 5 minute drive. This unit needs some deep cleaning though and some air conditioner maintenance. A/c was broken on arrival. It was a miracle it got fixed on a Sunday night within 2 hours of calling. I am not confident the unit was cleaned much before we checked in. Bathroom rugs, sheets, unknown hair on floor, dust and dirt on kitchen counter and table, among other things. Very dirty tile grout. We have young kids so I look at these things. I might try VRBO again but not this unit. I recommend a deep clean and a thorough review of all appliances. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Wow I'm completely shocked to hear this! Cleanliness is at the top of my list of requirements and we've always had fantastic reviews with regard to that. I'm curious about what the issue was with the appliances since they are all new, but of course I will have each concern researched and addressed. The AC has had a major overhaul as well and has been maintained so we will have to look into that also. Glad you enjoyed the property anyway and best of luck vacationing in the future!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Relaxing Getaway!

My husband and I stayed a little over a week and had a great time. The condo has been updated, was well maintained, and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. You will need to bring pool towels and wash rags. When we arrived, the master bedroom TV was not working properly, so we emailed the owner and property manager and they had someone out within an hour or so to fix it. Two of our friends came and stayed over a long weekend and they were impressed with the condo and were very comfortable in the second bedroom. They had more than enough room in the large, second bathroom. We spent most of our time swimming and relaxing at the clubhouse pool. The clubhouse food is excellent. The condo is near restaurants, shopping, and the Disney parks. Mary was great to work with. We highly recommended this condo!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

two thumbs up!

We enjoyed our stay. The location is close to all of the Disney parks. There are many restaurants and shopping locations nearby. The community pool at the condo resort was clean, good sized, with a fun water slide. We also enjoyed the castle themed playground. The resort also offered a game room, ping pong and pool tables, a snack shop, and business center we used for printing our airline boarding passes. We would recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Great Stay at a Great Place!

This property was just what we were looking for for our visit to Disney World. It's located in a great community within 10 minutes of the theme parks. The condo has all you need. It's perfect for a small family with young kids. Thank you for sharing your place with us. -The Busbee Family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Perfect Home Away and Alternative to Themeparks

I will start out by saying that I am a Disney fanatic. I will forever compare every hotel/condo to Disney and their excellent reputation and standards of hospitality and cleanliness. After staying at Howell's Nest, I can say without hesitation that this is an ideal condo for folks looking for something that is not in the theme parks. We are so happy we were able to rent it! The condo itself is updated, extremely clean, and welcoming. It was perfect for our family of 4. Our children enjoyed their own bedroom (the books and gaming system are a nice bonus, which they really liked). The bed in the master bedroom is so comfortable. My husband commented that the condo itself is actually bigger than the pictures might lead you to believe. We really enjoyed the screened in porch as well (something none of the Disney resorts offer). It was great to put the kids to bed and be able to enjoy the Florida weather, without needing to worry about bugs/critters because of the screened in porch. We were able to cook meals a couple of nights, making use of the well appointed kitchen, and being able to wash laundry is so convenient. As for the resort itself, the pool is fantastic - the water was so warm. Parking and getting in and out of the resort was easy. There are many stores and restaurants nearby. There will be a brand new Walmart literally within a few blocks of the main entrance to the resort soon as well. I highly recommend this condo. Mary is super easy to work with, and always responds quickly to questions.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
This just made my day Sarah! Your points encompass everything we hope our guests experience in a Disney vacation. So glad you made use of all the amenities both inside and outside the condo, it was a pleasure to host your family. I really appreciate the time taken to comment on details as well...very helpful for us. Hope to have you back some day! Cheers!
Archival

8/10 Good

Angelo G.

Nice unit, clean, lovely community. Close to the parks if that's what your vacation is about!

Clean, beautifully kept community. Gated. Different types of rental properties. Our one suggestion would be to update entrance through the gates. Maybe a temporary sticker for the car which will be deactivated after departure.
Archival

8/10 Good

serge b.

Good family time (part 7 at Windsor Hills)

Thanks for sharing your condo for great family time, even if the boys are 17 and 19 they loved the place. thumbs up for the Ps3 and smart TV in the second bedroom!!! good to keep the kids busy on those slow start morning enjoying a good coffee on the balcony. Your condo as everything to cook good meals, well furnished and very clean.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks for visiting! Glad you had a great time, we tried to make the condo accommodating for kids of all ages so that's nice to hear. :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F.

Great condo!

The check in was easy and quick. The condo was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. The condo had everything that you could need to prepare a meal. The only things I could say for a better stay was to have ice trays filled for next person as fridge freezer does not have an ice maker. Otherwise we were very comfortable and would definitely recommend this condo. The resort looked in good condition as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Thanks Tamara, so glad you enjoyed it! We can easily have the cleaning crew fill the ice trays, thanks for the suggestion.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Windsor Hills review

We had a great stay and the property was fantastic. Clean and well maintained.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Great to hear it, thanks for being our guests!
Archival

4/10 Poor

Jerry D.

Trouble with knowing how to operate things in the condo

We had trouble "ALL" week not knowing how to operate the TV and the coffee maker. It would have been GREAT if instructions had been available to tell everyone how to operate a "smart" TV and the keurig. I have a keurig, but it wasn't like the one we use, and there were NO instructions as to how to operate it nor how to operate the TV. Also there was a street light right outside our bedroom window that kept coming on and off all night every night. This was disturbing. None of the others did this, so why did this one do it? We came to this area and chose this condo to rest (which to us meant watching TV and drinking our coffee), but we were not in a restful state after discovering that we didn't know how to operate the TV or the keurig. We didn't even do the "Disney" thing. We just wanted "warmer" weather (which we had) and rest and relaxation. We couldn't really enjoy our stay because of the trouble we had "trying" to learn the TV and keurig. Simply stating - instructions would have been nice as to how to operate everything. Also, there were no instructions as to what to do about the dishes or the garbage. We have stayed in a number of condos, and from what we had experienced in the past, we made sure the dishes were clean and put away and that the garbage was taken up and put outside, but some instructions would have been nice as to what needed to be done. None of the above should have been left to "chance". Simple instructions would have been nice to make our stay enjoyable. We did make the best of a "BAD" situation, but I cannot in good faith suggest this place to friends and family. We have stayed in the Kissimmee area a number of times through the years, but this place doesn't leave a good "taste in my mouth". We will look for something else in the future. We had never in all the years of travel we do, experienced anything like this and hope we never do again. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE - have instructions for any major thing that needs to be explained. NOT EVERYONE KNOWS HOW TO "WORK" A SMART TV OR A KEURIG. PEOPLE ARE USED TO "PLAIN" TVs AND PLAIN COFFEE MAKERS. ESPECIALLY PEOPLE OUR AGE. Rant over, will try to put this behind us and move on with life. Just thought you needed to know these things.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
So very sorry to hear that you had this experience Jerry. I really wish you would have reached out to me or to our Property Manager, who is available 24/7 for any concerns whatsoever. Their phone number is on the guest notebook located on the writing desk, and I am typically available. Each of your concerns could have very easily been addressed. I will comment on each one in order to hopefully improve the experience for our guests (as we are always looking to do) and help others understand that your experience has certainly not been the norm. The Keurig is a mini and slightly different from the larger machines, we will absolutely add directions to assist guests. I love my coffee too! I will contact Windsor Hills about the street lamp you mentioned, I can see how that would be annoying. The TV is definitely a smart TV, and there are hand printed labels on each remote to assist guests, but I think further instructions are a great idea. As far as the garbage, there are very clear directions in the white notebook on the desk left for guests with detailed information about the operation of the condo in addition to the resort. Again, simply reaching out would have cleared up the majority, if not all, of your issues very easily! Thanks for the suggestions and best of luck in the future! Sincerely, Mary
Archival

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Great Place!

This was our second stay at Windsor Hills, and we were pleased to find this clean, stylish, and comfortable unit. Mary is great to work with; she is extremely prompt and attentive. I would definitely recommend her unit to a friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Mary Howell

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My husband, Dan, and I live on the Gulf Coast of Florida....born and raised Floridians! I a full time Mom after working in Investment Management for 16 years, and the school system for over 6 years. My husband is an Insurance Advisor. We have two teenagers. Peyton, 16 and Chelsea, 15.

Why they chose this property

We love the Florida beaches but take frequent trips to Orlando with our kids. Rather than pay for inflated hotel prices that don't accommodate our family properly (we need a full kitchen! ) we decided to buy a vacation property to use and rent out. We take pride in our "2nd home", and did plenty of research on the resort, how well it's maintained, our building and proximity to Disney and the Theme Parks we love.

What makes this property unique

One thing I find disturbing is how vacation rental pictures can be deceiving. Either the resort is run down and ill maintained, or the unit has not been updated, cared for or deep cleaned in years. This is our ONLY property that we use on a frequent basis, and I am extremely picky about décor, cleanliness and maintenance. The resort is truly a gem and fantastic value among the run down resorts you will find in the area, and our unit is our baby. We have given it lots of love and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

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