Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly!
Rustic Hideaway - a modern estate located in the serene beauty of Windermere! (we're pet friendly! - Approval required!)
Here is an experience you won't soon forget! Check-out this magnificent, private villa - fully equipped and ready for your next trip! Located just minutes from all the action - Universal Studios, Disney World and the beloved Winter Garden Village - featuring tons of your favorite shops and restaurants!
Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere in a lovely rustic setting. Find all the modern touches you'll love throughout the home: from the granite countertops, renovated bathrooms, new mattresses, Smart TVs and so much more! This home has so much to offer!
Highlights: Games! Corn hole, ping-pong, shuffle board and foosball Huge Private Lot, w/ Fire Pit & Charcoal BBQ Outdoor Seating, Covered & Screened Patio 2nd Floor Patio w/ Seating All Smart TVs, New Mattresses (2022) Work Desk Alarm System Guest App/Guide Food Delivery Services Pack n Play/Travel Crib
Location: Parks & Lakes - 3 to 20 Minutes away! [Pet & Non Pet-Friendly] Golf Courses - as close as 10 minutes! Theme Parks - 20 minutes away International Drive (I-Drive) is about 30 minutes away Winter Garden Village (Shopping Center) - 8 minutes away
This spacious paradise sits on a large lot, with both a covered and uncovered patio space (the covered section is screened!) as well as the 2nd story balcony - all overlooking the beautiful woods that line the edge of the property. A charcoal BBQ is provided (see notes below) with plenty of seating and tables for everyone! Don't forget about the fire pit for those beautiful nights!
Don't forget the GAMES! Outdoor table tennis (ping-pong), cornhole (bean bag toss), foosball and shuffleboard await! The Den/Game Room also has some board games! Smart TVs are in each room so you can bring all your favorite shows/movies with you!
The Living Room features a large, comfy sectional sofa around the large Smart TV over the decorative fire place . Large windows let in plenty of natural light! A Shuffle Board table is also here to keep the fun going! There's also a half bathroom conveniently located here.
The Den has been covered into a mock game room, with a large Smart TV, Foosball Table and Futon (can be folded down for an additional sleeping space).
Check-out the beautiful kitchen! Equipped with all the modern touches and appliances you need - check out the tiled backsplash and granite counter tops!. Everything from the fridge, flat top stove, oven, microwave, toaster, etc. are provided! All Stainless Steel! Plenty of plates, silverware, pots and pans to get you settled.
The Dining Room features a large table with comfortable seating for 8; kitchen features a breakfast table with additional seating for 3. The covered patio as another table with 6 more seats, plus many more in the backyard!
Rest at Ease! Our home is equipped with an actively monitored alarm system for your use! Your unique door code will match the alarm system.
Your booking also includes a damage waiver to cover accidental/incidental damages! Enjoy a truly stress free vacation - that’s what we're all about here at Alpha Vacations! A small one-time payment is included in your booking total.
Room Details:
Master Bedroom - 2nd Floor (King) Private Balcony with table and chairs, overlooking backyard Mini Fridge Dresser 2 Walk-in Closets Large Smart TV Ceiling Fan Black-out curtains over the windows En-suite Bathroom with 2 sinks, private toilet, walk-in shower and garden tub - all with plenty of natural lighting
Bedroom 2 Full-Size Mattress Desk/Table Private Closet Smart TV Ceiling Fan Black-out curtains over the windows
Bedroom 3 Full-size bed (with adjustable base!) Dresser w/ Mirror Private Closet Ceiling Fan Black-out curtains over the windows
Bedroom 4 Full-Size Mattress Desk w/ chair Smart TV Private Closet Black-out curtains over the windows
Bedroom 5 - Ground Floor Queen Bed En-suite Bathroom w/ shower/tub Dresser Ceiling Fan (this bedroom is not yet photographed)
2 Full Bathrooms are located in the hallways between Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4. 1 Features a walk-in shower while the other is equipped with a shower/tub. Both have glass sliding doors! 1 Additional Half Bathroom
Full-size washer and dryer are available for your use
Amenities Covered Patio, uncovered patio and balcony Charcoal BBQ Plenty of Seating and Tables Table Tennis/Ping-Pong Cornhole/ Bean Bag Toss Foosball Shuffleboard Futon Large, Private Yard Smart TVs Fire Pit
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Windermere Recreational Park and Lake - 3 Minutes away! [Pet Friendly] Multiple World-Class Golf Courses - as close as 10 minutes! Tibet-Butler Nature Preserve - 20 Minutes away! [Not Pet Friendly]
Universal Studios - 20 minutes away! Disney World - 20 minutes away! Sea World is about 30 minutes away! International Drive is about 30 minutes away!
Located just a short drive from Scenic Winter Garden Village - a premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination! Winter Garden Village at Fowler Groves features extensive retail and food options: including Cost Plus, World Market, Old Navy, Home Goods, Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, F21 Red, Lowes, Target, ULTA, as well as many more popular retailers and restaurants.
Winter Garden Village offers shopping and entertainment opportunities to fit everyone's needs. From department stores and electronics to a health club and specialty retailers, along with the wide array of restaurants and eateries, visitors can enjoy a variety of experiences here - including local hotspots and favorites!
Explore the quaint town of Windermere which is within 2 miles down the road, beautiful bricked lined streets and lakes. Enjoy the cozy coffee and ice cream shops. A farmers market is held in the Windermere downtown every Friday morning. Play world class tennis and golf!
PLEASE NOTE: A Starter Kit of supplies is provided to get you started upon arrival. Additional supplies may be necessary; we recommend planning a trip to a local grocery store after settling in.
Charcoal BBQ is provided. Guests are expected to clean and empty the ash from the grill before departing from the property. Please do not leave children unattended around grill and flames must be extinguished before charcoal/ash is disposed!
PET FRIENDLY - Pets must be approved and a $50 Pet Fee (per pet, plus tax) required after booking. Pets must be picked up after!
PLEASE Supervise children and pets at all times! Property is unfenced and lies against a natural forest - do not go exploring beyond the property lines!
Fire Pit is used at guest's own risk - DO NOT leave the fire unattended, especially around children or pets.
This home utilizes well water for the home. The water is completely safe and fine to use but may have a slight odor when turned on initially. Please run the tap for a minute or two and it will go away! :)
Maximum of 4 vehicles per reservation.
Come check-out this once in a lifetime experience!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Windermere
Located in Windermere, this villa is in the city centre. Disney Springs™ and Orlando International Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida. Travelling with kids? Don't miss The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Universal Studios Florida - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
Walt Disney World® Resort - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
Magic Kingdom® Park - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
Getting around
Winter Park Station - 24 min drive
Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Windermere Brewing - 3 min drive
RusTeak Restaurant And Wine Bar - 5 min drive
Keke's Breakfast Cafe - 2 min drive
Yellow Dog Eats - 3 min drive
Joe's Pizza - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly!?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly! on 28 July 2026 start from NZ$432, 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.
How much is parking at Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rustic Hideaway - Modern Estate - Great Location + Pet Friendly! located?
This family-friendly Windermere villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Butler and Isleworth Golf and Country Club. Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Golf Club and Orlando Health - Health Central Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
5.8
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house it a bit outdated. It was clean and comfortable but the couch was all torn up and the bathrooms had some issues with plumbing.
Alicia N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2025
Alicia, thank you for your review! I appreciate your feedback regarding the issues, although we would have loved to hear from you during your stay. We are constantly working to improve our properties, and your comments will help us address these concerns. I'm glad to hear that you found the house clean and comfortable. We would be happy to host you again in the future. Thank you for staying with us at Alpha Vacations!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Hayden D.
13 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
2 hours before checkin, the manager, Wanda, calls to say the AC is broken. They had prior knowledge and were trying to get it fixed but were unable. Wanda tries to set us up with one of her internal properties by initially charging us the same rate for a home that was listed for less. We went back and forth about the price. After a combined 2 hours of time on the phone with her, she becomes hostile and decides to cancel that one too. I’m sure the house would’ve been great, had the AC not broken. But the management & customer service of this property was, by far, the worse I have ever experienced in all of my world travels.
Hayden D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2025
We sincerely regret this situation and wish we could have helped more! We identified the AC issue the morning of your arrival and got an AC company to come out the same day. Unfortunately, they were not going to be able to make the repairs necessary in time for your arrival. Because we did not want you to have a poor experience, we contacted you and tried to offer you alternative options, such as relocation to another property of ours, a refund or cancellation for a full refund. While discussing these options you began to swear and threaten our team members. We still tried to accommodate you, which is when it was made apparent our replacement home was not going to satisfy your needs and with the continued threats against our team, and we contacted VRBO to help relocate you to a place of your liking. We tried our absolute best to help in an unfortunate circumstance, but we cannot tolerate threats and verbal abuse. We understand the situation was upsetting, but it was out of our control and tried our best to give you options and ended up refunding you in full, even with the vulgar language we were met with. We are sorry this did not work out and wish you all the best on your future travels.
Once we arrived to the property in Orlando my wife an i did a quick inventory of the property as requested. I found many things to a problem so I list them in an Email and sent it to the management company. I then called the management company and the answering service told me they we aware of the problem and would have someone contact me about coming out to the site, this never happened. The next day I repeated this process and was told again someone would be calling me about coming to the site, again this never happened.
I will not be using this service again!
Shawn S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
We're very sorry about what sounds like a frustrating experience. This isn't the type of experience we wish to provide to any of our guests. While we cannot comment on specifics on what happened here, please know that we're made significant changes so that this type of thing does not happen again. We provide a digital guide now that provides a ton of information, including different methods to contact us and ensured that every item has a follow up!
Fred, thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate your feedback but would like to learn about your experience. Please reach out to us directly so we can discuss any specific concerns you may have. After all, we need your feedback to improve our property and services!
We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future :)
Thanks for leaving a review! We really value your feedback and would love to hear more about your experience. Feel free to reach out to us directly so we can address any specific concerns you might have. Your input helps us improve our property and services. We hope to welcome you back in the future!