I received a complimentary stay in an All Star Vacation Home during the Monkey Kingdom Event with Disneynature.
I’ve been to the Orlando area plenty of times over the past several years and the majority of the times I’ve visited, I have stayed in Orlando Vacation home rentals, like those offered from All Star Vacation Homes. Not only do these homes allow me more room to spread out, but it gives everyone traveling with me a space of their own, too. And when you’re traveling with kids, we all know how important space is.
When I’m looking for Orlando vacation home rentals to book for our vacations, I always start out my search by looking for homes in close proximity to the Disney area. Even if we aren’t going to Orlando specifically for Disney, everything else we like is in the same area. It’s nice to be close to all the action but not so close that we are cooped up in a small hotel room. All Star Vacation Homes makes it easy to search for homes by area, amenities, and more.
Last month I was in Orlando for the Monkey Kingdom Event with Disneynature and everyone attending stayed in several All Star Vacation Homes in the Acadia Estates Gated Community. These homes were beautifully decorated and fully furnished, giving us a comfortable place to stay and rest after work hours. All we needed was a car full of groceries to fill the kitchens.
Five Reasons to Stay in Orlando Vacation Home Rentals
Themed Rooms: Most of the Orlando vacation home rentals I’ve stayed in over the past several years have featured fun, themed bedrooms for the children. In this particular home from All Star Vacation Homes, the Mickey & Minnie Mouse room was elegantly decorated in red, white and black. Everything from the artwork on the walls, to the decorative pillows on the bed, everything was perfectly suited for a Mickey & Minnie Mouse room.
Private Pool: If I could have, I would have spent the entire time enjoying the private pool in this home. There were no whining kids, no jumping and splashing, just peacefulness in the pool. But since I was there for work, I actually had to work — some. At the end of the super long work days, I did enjoy the hot tub and pool, even in the pouring rain.
Full Kitchen: One of the biggest expenses of vacationing, aside from transportation and lodging, is food. Eating out three meals a day can definitely cause damage to the vacation budget. Being able to buy groceries and prepare your own meals is a great way to stretch your dollars to spend on other fun things during vacation.
Laundry Room: What if I told you that it was possible to arrive home from vacation without suitcases full of dirty laundry? When you stay with All Star Vacation Homes, most if not all homes are furnished with a washing machine and dryer. Last October when we vacationed in Orlando for a week, we came home with suitcases full of clean clothes. It was so nice to not have to do loads of laundry before returning back to work life.
Square Footage: The most recent home we stayed in housed six adults (with a maximum occupancy of 14) and was almost 3,200 square feet. There were four master bedrooms, a theater room, billiard room and so much room for us to spread out and enjoy the space. Anyone up for a game of pool?
Hotels definitely have their place and I use them quite often during my travels, but when I’m traveling with my family, it’s hard to beat the value of staying in a vacation home rental. I like to get the best bang for my buck and I feel like I can do that by staying in a vacation home.
When you vacation with your family, where do you prefer stay?
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
You have no idea how much I would love to stay there. I have been dying to get back to Orlando and this sounds like an awesome place to stay!
Kristi says
We just started staying in homes versus hotels a couple of years ago. We decided that it is quite enjoyable and more relaxing than a hotel and this looks like a great place to stay for the Orlando area.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I would LOVE to stay in a house instead of a hotel. It’s so much more private, and the rooms you posted are great!
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
I think staying in a house with a family is so much easier,too. That way you don’t have to worry so much about your noise level.
LydiaF says
My daughter’s lacrosse team rents a couple of these houses when they go down for their Spring Break games. They love them and the proximity to the playing fields AND Disney World and other attractions.
Michelle F. says
I would have never thought to rent a home instead of stay in a hotel. I think I would enjoy my vacation more in one of those rentals.
Shell says
I’d love to stay somewhere like this! It’s so convenient to have all that space, kitchen and pool!
Liz Mays says
Having a private pool would be so nice! I know two people in my family that would never want to leave!
Maria says
This house is a vacation all on it’s own. My family won’t want to leave!!
Patty says
Sounds good to me. I like all five. But now to the one reason I can’t – no money. If you could fix that for me I”d be all set!
Heather says
Now that I’ve read about your stay, something like this seems much better for families than a simpl hotel room. My kids are always playing with buttons and remotes at hotel rooms and it’s all we can do to get them not to touch things but a vacation home seems more accomidating for kids.
Jeanine says
I think this is such a good option! Much better than expensive hotels. Especially for families like ours with lots of kids. More freedom and not having to worry about noise etc!
Allison says
What a beautiful place to stay! I see that rentals are becoming more and more popular than hotels and I definitely think I would go this route with my family when traveling, too!
Christie says
My family would love to stay here!~ The kids would flip for the Disney themed rooms!
Michele says
I have never stayed in a rental home but from the sound of it it sounds like I would enjoy it much more then a hotel. I definitely would take advantage of that pool!!
Liz Mays says
That does sound really nice. I’d love to bring the family to stay in one.
Dawn says
I love Orlando! My family and I visited a few months ago.
Debbie Denny says
Good reason to stay. Looks so nice.
Felicia says
What a gorgeous house. We are headed that way this summer. I’ll have to check them out.
jamie says
Looks really nice, Florida is on our to see list!
Carly Brydon says
This vacation home is beautiful! I definitely would love to be pool side most of the time!
Sandra Shaffer says
This vacation home is so nice. I love having a home away from home when traveling. It’s especially nice to be able to cook meals and not have to eat out the whole visit.
Amanda O. says
This looks like a great house to stay in on a vacation. I like staying at a home rather than a hotel – my family needs the amenities.
Veronica says
My BF is thinking about buying a home in Orlando and rent it out to tourists. Great idea I think
Julie says
We stayed in a vacation home rental once, and we loved it! I need to remember to try that when we go to Orlando.
rachel ferrucci says
That looks beautiful and some place I’d like to stay. Who knew, we always think to look at hotels when booking vacations
Debra says
This looks like so much fun!
Kiwi says
I always think of on vacations to get a hotel but this is an awesome alternative! I love the pool!
Jeannette says
We went to Disney recently and stayed on property and my biggest complaint was lack of room. I think next time we go we’ll look into this option!
Jason Nail says
I love Orange County. My German grandparents live there and all they do is get lost and find new toll booths.
Yolanda @ Seeing It Their Way says
Great post! I booked marked it for our trip to Disneyland next year with friends!
Avry says
We prefer to stay in rental homes when traveling because it gives everyone more space and saves on the belly and budget to not eat out! Having a kitchen is nice on vacation.
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
We usually stay in hotels because we are less likely to leave belongings behind. However, I LOVE the space that a vacation home rental provides. I especially love that there are private pools with this one!
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says
Wow this is pretty much a dream vacation! I don’t know if i would leave the house!
Mistee Dawn says
I much prefer rental homes over hotels, too. Much more personable and relaxing. Thanks for the tips.
Kecia says
I’m loving that private pool! I prefer to rent a home or condo on vacation, so we can all have our own space.
Jacqui Odell says
What a beautiful home! I would love to go stay in an Orlando vacation home!
Ellen Christian (@ellenblogs) says
A private pool and a full kitchen? Count me in!
HilLesha says
How beautiful! I normally stay at an affordable hotel (allows me to spend money on other things), but I wouldn’t mind renting out a vacation home sometime.
Michelle says
This is a great idea and I love that we can have a home away from home feel, especially the kitchen and pool.
Angela says
We stayed in a home like this a few years back and loved it. It was a vacation where aunts, uncles, and grandparents went-we had such a fun time in that house!
Cinny says
That place looks gorgeous! Makes me wish I was there with you guys.
Ashley says
Renting a house is so much more convenient than staying in a hotel for the week. Plus, it gives the kids room to spread out and have their own space.
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
That looks like a great place to stay! I love all the personal touches and that pool table would be FUN!
Jaime says
Sounds like a great investment for vacation!
Rosey says
Like a home away from home only better because you’re on vacatoin woot! And it’s in one of my most favorite cities too. I love it!
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
I haven’t tried a vacation rental before. But they sound like a great way to enjoy a vacation.
Caitlin says
Go to know! These look like a great place to stay!
Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says
We just had a vacation rental in Florida. Way better than staying in a hotel!
Shannon Gurnee says
I’ve never stayed in one of those vacation homes, but they look pretty nice! I would definitely consider staying there if I visited Florida.
Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty says
We did a vacation home rental for a Florida vacation four years ago, and I want to ALWAYS do that when we travel! It was so nice!!