Emerald Island Resort
House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
$130-$160/nt - $925-$1125/wk
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Guest: Plavio,Siraudra,Eduardo,Arthur: Brazil, S. America
Date of Stay: 11/17/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
We really appreciated to be in your home during our vacations. It was nice, comfortable and so relaxing after hard days in the parks. Also, the parks are near from here which gave us the opportunity to take advantage of the pool. So, thank you so much for allowing us to be here and we hope to come more times in the future! Our son liked the crib/kids highchair and everything else. Thank you!
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Guest: Billy,Tricia, Chaybn,Grayn of Montgomery, NY
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Your home was amazing! Thank you so much for allowing us to share it! The kids loved the pool, hot tub & pool table. The parks are very close-we had a hard tome leaving early to get to the parks. My husband & I enjoy the calming decor & relaxed a lot in the hot tub! We left you a new shower head for the awesome master shower! Please enjoy it as much as we did! Looking forward to our next visit in a couple of years!
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Guest: G
(Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/17/11
We had a wonderful time in orlando, The house was beautiful and in a perfect location for visiting the parks. The kids loved the pool and we enjoyed watching the fireworks from the deck, and Im looking forward to my next visit
Recommended for:Families with young children
Guest: Annette
(Virginia Beach, VA)
Date of Stay: 06/19/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
What a great home! The home was beautiful, very well maintained and most importantly...clean! The photos were accurate and the home owner was very easy to work with. The location was great for Disney! And, you are able to use a local route to access all of the Disney attractions without having to get on the interstate. The neighborhood was very peaceful and the employees at the clubhouse were very helpful and informative. The pool was great and it was wonderful being able to come "home" from the parks during the heat of the day to re-charge and go back! We would definately recommend this property to a friend or relative and hope to be able to return soon!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Mark
(DuPage County, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11
Review Submitted: 06/25/11
Great location and family loved the decor. The kids loved the pool and the adults loved the spa after a long day at Disney. This is the 3rd time at the house and 1st for my family. My sister just asked me about the house and might be renting it or recommending it to someone in the future!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Matt, Shirley, Chrissy, Matt from Lancaster, PA
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. It was comfortable and the pool was great. We would recommend this to our friends and family, and would come back again. Thanks
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Guest: Debbie, Jerry, Emma, Liz and Stew from Essex UK
Date of Stay: 04/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
We had a fantastic holiday at your lovely villa. Nicest villa have stayed in over here...with lovely comfy beds and lots of space! None of us want to go home! It was great being so close to the parks and the staff at the clubhouse and gate were friendly and helpful. We'll fefinitely recommend you to all our friends and hope to return.
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Guest: Jim, Sue, Haven and Brody from Charlotte, Michigan
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Your home was beautiful, thank you for sharing. We enjoyed the short distance to shopping and the parks. The home was spacious enough to give us space we needed. The hot tub and pool were a great way to end the day. Thank you.
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Guest: Paul, Sally, Ken & Monika fm Rochester & Cuba, Ny
Date of Stay: 11/29/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
Our two families thoroughly enjoyed spending the week in your house. The girls loved the pool and we all enjoyed competition in the game room. The space was perfect for the 7 of us. Although we had an action-packed vacation, we did set aside some time for R&R. And what a perfect place you have for that! Spacious, beautiful, and yes-comfortable beds! Thak you.
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Guest: Larry, & Family from Pensacola and West Monroe, LA
Date of Stay: 11/21/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
WOW!!! We had a great time in your beautiful, spacious home. Your home will be at the top of my list of vacation homes! Thanks!
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Guest: John, Mary, Kathleen & Daivsin
Date of Stay: 11/13/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
Great house to come home to after "long" days out and about. Sad to leave. We would love to live here. Thanks for letting us share your home.
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Guest: Ilmer
(Mexico)
Date of Stay: 09/14/10
Review Submitted: 09/23/10
We had a great vacation in Orlando staying at this home, it was good to arrive to a comfortable home after being in the park all day long. We recommend this home to everyone that want to have a home experience in their vacation in Orlando. Thank you very much Lida.!
Recommended for:Families with young children
Guest: Families from Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date of Stay: 08/30/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
A short note to let you know we enjoyed very much staying in your beautiful vacation home with all it's amenities. It's a home away from home.
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Guest: Lesley and Kenny Family from United Kingdom
Date of Stay: 08/25/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
Thank you for the use of your wonderful Villa; it was just as promised. It was wonderful to be able to come back on an evening and be able to just relax. We will certainly contact you again on our next visit to Orlando.
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Guest: Guests from Byron,Il & Rockford, IL
Date of Stay: 06/17/10
Review Submitted: 12/07/10
We so enjoyed our week's stay at your home. The decor is lovely--you've done a wonderful job of decorating. We spent more time in the family room, but the formal living and dining room was so very pretty--we loved the dark wood. Almost every guest commented on the beds, they were so comfie, we all slept like babies. It has been in the 90's all week. We definately enjoyed the "air" and the jpool after long days at the parks. Disney is the hapiest place on earth!
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Guest: Arlen
(Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/15/10
I went in May 2010 with my family to Orlando. It was my first time at Disney and my first experience renting from VRBO. The owner was super nice and it was very easy to arrange the trip. The house was very clean and completely stocked with all the items you need. There was ample room for us - 4 adults and 3 children. There is also is the added bonus of a hot tub as some homes did not have this. The listing and photos accurately reflect the rental's appearance and amenities. The location is quite centrally located, about 5 minutes drive from Disney, very close to a Target, and many restaurants along the strip. There's a wonderful all you can eat lobster place called Angel's which you must go to if you like seafood. Emerald Resort itself had a tiki bar and a pool that we visited. There were also activities that you could participate in. The people on staff and security were all very friendly. I would highly recommend this place. - The Boyce Family
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Guest: W-Family, Atlanta, GA
Date of Stay: 02/06/10
Review Submitted: 03/23/10
It was great to come on a vacation and have extremely comfortable beds to rest in. We used the hot tub every night - and would have used the pool if it wouldn't have been in the 50's all week. But it was sunny every day and we could see the hot air ballons in the morning and the fire works at night. Thank you for making your home available to us. We really enjoyed the space and the close proximity to the parks. See you again soon. T
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Guest: G-Family from Raleigh, NC
Date of Stay: 12/10/09
Review Submitted: 03/23/10
Thank you for sharing your home with us! It was a perfect "Home Base" for our vacation. We loved the pool and with the 85 degree temps, it didn't seem like December! A memorable trip. Thanks for everything!
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Guest: Jordan& Hanna & Sonol
Date of Stay: 09/15/09
Review Submitted: 09/14/09
Your home was wonderful. We enjoyed the Pool. I wish my mommy had made our trip longer. Next time we go to Florida, I would love to stay in your home again...Jordan Thank you for making your home a very comforting environment to come to after spending time at Disney. It was wonderful to come to a home that felt like home; with lots of space and accomodations. I enjoyed renting from your and would love to use your home again on our next visit to Florida. Sonol We all enjoyed your home like our home. My kids enjoyed your pool so much that they can not leave this place. We thank you very much for your sweet home. We love to come back again if God willing.
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Guest: Disney 2009
(Wylie, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/22/09
Review Submitted: 08/13/09
This home was a comforting and inviting home to come to after a long day at Disney or just staying in and taking it easy in the pool or the game room. Excellent Location! Our family enjoyed our stay and will cherish the family vacation for years to come. I would highly recommend her home to family and friends.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Guest: Amy A
(Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09
Review Submitted: 07/13/09
We LOVED your vacation home, Lida. It was absolutely beautiful, well-kept and in close proximity to the parks. We've recommended your home to all of our family and friends! Thanks for helping to make our honeymoon amazing!
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Guest: Kieley, Lewis & Philpott
Date of Stay: 07/11/09
Review Submitted: 07/10/09
Thanks you so much for the use of your beautiful home. We throughly enjoyed it! There was plenty of room for all of us and it has all the conveniences of home. We hate to leave. Hopefully we can return again. Will tell all our family and firends back home about it.
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Guest: Ruppert
Date of Stay: 06/13/09
Review Submitted: 06/12/09
Thank you for letting us use your house. It was a great time. The pool was great! I loved the game room, and hot tub. This has been one of the best vacation homes I've ever stayed in. Sara
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Guest: Amy & Doug
Date of Stay: 06/01/09
Review Submitted: 05/31/09
Thank your for sharing your lovely home with us. Our honeymoon was absolutely amazing & we definitely enjoyed our time at your house. It's beautifully decorated & had everything we needed to make this our home-away from home! We're actually going to miss this place! Thank you!
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Guest: Caroline, Scott, George, Caroline
Date of Stay: 03/07/09
Review Submitted: 03/06/09
Many thanks for the use of your fabulous Villa. We all enjoyed our holiday. The Villa was lovely to come back to after a long day at the parks. The kids loved the pool as much as the parks!!!
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Guest: shelley_HAC81098
(west yarmouth, ma)
Date of Stay: 03/01/09
Review Submitted: 03/05/09
Beautiful clean home. Every thing is in perfect order. The pool and hot tub are wonderful. Beds are very comfortable. We have rented many houses in the area over the last 10 years and this is the best by far. Thanks for a great vacation.
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Guest: Villant Family
Date of Stay: 02/13/09
Review Submitted: 02/12/09
Coming "home" here every evening after visiting Disney has been WONDERFUL! It is so peaceful & quiet here. The house is immaculate & the bedrooms have been comfortable to sleep in. Our granddaughter (& us too!!) LOVED the pool & spa. The swim before bed help us all have a good nights sleep! We'll never do the hotel thing again. Smiles!
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Guest: Cooke
Date of Stay: 12/11/08
Review Submitted: 12/10/08
We've been to Disney World many times but this was probably our best time ever! Your home is lovely. The location is ideal and the conveience factor almost too good to be true! Thanks for making this vacation amazing! Happy Holidays.
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Guest: Coopers
Date of Stay: 12/06/08
Review Submitted: 12/05/08
Your home made our vacation better than expected. The pool is wonderful and nice & warm. Your home is very comfortable and the family loved the pool table. Thanks for helping our vacation be a wonderful time.
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Guest: VLJ
(Shakopee, MN USA)
Date of Stay: 09/21/08
Review Submitted: 10/07/08
This property is in a great location. Very easy to get to all Disney attractions. I would recommend it to anyone. Closest grocery store is very expensive. Get directions to Walmart and save a LOT of money, it isn't far to drive. Kids really enjoyed the game room.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: David,Debbie,Abagail, Hannah & Jo
Date of Stay: 07/12/08
Review Submitted: 07/11/08
Just a quick note to let you know that we had a wonderful holiday and really enjoyed staying in your holiday home. It is ideally situated for all the Disney Parks, restaurants and shops. We especially enjoyed suing your pool and spa; we went for a dip every day! Thanks for sharing your home with us and we look forward to coming back again. P.S. We found the book "The Unofficial Disney Guide" very useful and quite addictive to read. Would recommend it to future holiday mates staying here!
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Guest: McDermott's
Date of Stay: 05/27/08
Review Submitted: 05/26/08
We had a wonderful vacation and really enjoyed staying at your Villa. We all loved having our own pool and we used it everyday. We also enjoyed the game room. Your Villa is very welcoming and we loved staying here!
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Guest: M. Bleeden
Date of Stay: 05/22/08
Review Submitted: 05/21/08
I just wanted to let you know what a beautiful home you have in Florida. My husband and I and the kids had a wonderful time! My sister-in-law and her two daughters came for a few days and they loved the house as well. My son especially liked the pool (I think at times he enjoyed the pool more than the Parks!). My husband was very impressed with the staff at the Clubhouse. They answered the many questions he had Another time they were extremely helpful was on Sunday. My husband had gone to print our boarding passes (we flew Southwest) and the person at the front desk did that for him. Also, to my surprise, there was the highchair at your home, which I used for my 15 month old daughter! Thank you!
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Guest: Mr and Mrs.Moore
Date of Stay: 05/15/08
Review Submitted: 05/14/08
We rented your house last week (beginning May 2) and want to thank you for a wonderful experience. We had a fantastic time and that was in large part due to how comfortable and clean your home is. We had everything we needed for a nice stay. We have rented many homes before, but have never felt more “at home” than in your house. It was more clean than many other homes, condos and hotels where we have stayed and that makes all of the difference to us. We didn’t have time to sign your guest book on the way out, so I wanted to write to tell you how happy we were with everything. Thanks for a wonderful home and we will definitely hope to rent from you the next time we come your way!
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Guest: Burke's
Date of Stay: 05/02/08
Review Submitted: 05/01/08
We can't begin to thank you for letting us use your house for our Family vacation. The kids loved the pool and we loved the jacuzzi. Your description on-line doesn't give the house enough justification. We loved everything about it! Thank you, and we hope to be back soon!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08
Review Submitted: 05/06/08
We had a fantastic holiday. The villa is beautiful and so handy for Disney especially using the new road to Disney's West Gate. My kids (and us) thoroghly enjoyed using the pool, spa and games room. we would stay again if we were visiting Florida
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07
Review Submitted: 08/29/07
The house was absolutley beautiful. It was such a comfort with two younger children to have a house to stay in while seeing Disney World. It was nice to be able to have some sort of a "normal" routine while still being able to explore Walt Disney World and all it has to offer without being in a hotel. We were able to have a great vacation at a fraction of the cost. Thanks for making our first real vacation in 10 years awesome.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07
Review Submitted: 08/04/07
My son and his new wife spent their honeymoon in this beautiful home. They absolutely loved it! They both said that the house is very nice, very clean and the furnishings were fantastic. The owner was great about quick responses to both e- mail and telephone calls. I hope to stay there myself soon!
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Guest: Kennedy Family
Date of Stay: 04/18/07
Review Submitted: 04/17/07
We have had a wonderful holiday here in Orlando. Your house is beautiful. We felt very safe and relaxed. Your home had everything we needed--even the use of a hairdryer was a plus for us girls (our UK one did not work very well). As mentioned by many before us, the beds were really comfortable and we all slept well. We would have loved to have stayed longer but hope we will return one day. We would definetly come back to your home and recommend it to friends.
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Guest: Kane Family
Date of Stay: 03/17/07
Review Submitted: 03/16/07
This was a very special trip for me and my family! Before now we have always spent our vacations in hotels and resorts. This gated community is definetly the way to go. Having a home to home home to every evening was so awesome! Everyone having the ability to spread out and have their own space (what a huge plus)! I will definetly spread the word with family & friends. I know they would be just as happy as well. Thank you for the opportunity & the use of your beautiful home. We hope to visit again to Florida and when we do, we will be contacting you again.
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Guest: P. Brace J.McDonald
Date of Stay: 12/20/06
Review Submitted: 12/19/06
Thank you for letting us use your wonderful home. We especially enjoyed having a drink & relaxing in the hot tub after a busy day. It was also great to be able to use the exercise equipment & sauna at the club house. The house is great & the game room was slso fun; although I am still learning to play pool. Thanks again, we will be back!
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Guest: Petit
Date of Stay: 11/10/06
Review Submitted: 11/09/06
Thank you for making our vacation a "MAGICAL" one. Our girls really love our "new home" and have asked repeatedly if they can live here or when can they come back. Ironically, we haven't even left yet, but they have settled in as if it were their own home. We were a bit nervous this being our first family vacation and all, but they have adjusted quite beautifully. What a compliment to you and your home. Thanks again for sharing your little piece of heaven with us--as well as your knowledge, experience and time. See you back in Chicago!
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Guest: Spicer
Date of Stay: 08/13/06
Review Submitted: 08/12/06
We have really enjoyed our stay in your lovely house. Everything was very clean and the decor is beautiful. We would certainly love to stay here again and would recommend it to friends and family. Thanks also for all your help and thankfulness. From Keith, Johanne, David and Hayley Spicer p.s. The bed was really comfortable!
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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/11/06
Review Submitted: 06/10/06
Thank you for the use of your home. Our family felt very comfortable here. The pool was great to relax in after a day on your feet. I will definitely recommend your home for otheres coming to the Orlando area. Once again Thank You. Keith, Patti, Shelby & Jaylin from Maryland.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/06
Review Submitted: 06/11/06
We enjoyed our stay at this home. Every thing was very nice. It is about 10 minutes to World Drive and 192. It was close enough to return to the house during the heat of the day to relax and let the kids rest. The home is very spacious. The eight of us felt at home. The beds were nice, a really nice home. Thanks for everything.
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