Orlando Attractions and the Magic Kingdom:

If you’re up for adventure, there are plenty of attractions awaiting in Orlando about an hour and a half away. There you can find several Disney attractions, including the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. Other Orlando attractions include The Orlando Science Center, Wonder Works children's museum, SeaWorld, LegoLand, Arabian Knights Dinner Theater and Universal Studios Florida to name a few. In need of some retail therapy? Orlando is home to unique boutiques and several malls including the upscale Florida Mall and Downtown Disney area. For waterpark fun, try slipping and sliding at Orlando's Wet-n-Wild theme park or swimming with the dolphins at SeaWorld's Discovery Cove.

Interested in History?

Visit the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States – St. Augustine. It’s less than an hour’s drive north of the cottage. Explore the Spanish fort, Castillo de San Marcos whose construction began in 1672 and is complete with cannons, and dungeons! Or, walk down St. George Street where quaint shops and cafes line the cobblestone streets. Historic landmarks are found along the way. You’ll find unique shops – everything from original art, jewelry, souvenir shops, fudge and ice cream! You can even take an after-dark ghost walk or ride a pirate ship! St. Augustine is also home to the Alligator Farm Zoological Park, the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park, Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum, and the St. Augustine lighthouse. Another historic option is even closer. Fort Matanzas, a historic fort which guarded the southern flank of St. Augustine is only ½ hour north of the cottage.

Space and Science:

The Kennedy Space Center/Cape Canaveral is 51 miles to the south. Want to see history in action? Plan your visit around a launch from Kennedy Space Center/Cape Canaveral. The Space Center visitor experience showcases the history of travel into space. It’s great for kids of all ages! If you want more, the Astronaut Hall of Fame, Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum, and U.S. Space Walk of Fame are also right on the Space Coast. Drive a little further south to Cocoa Beach and visit Ron Jon’s Surf Shop, a favorite local area attraction, or visit the animals at the Brevard County Zoo.

Speed Capital of the World:

Maybe you’re coming into town for one of Daytona Beach’s big events. It’s not called the Speed Capital of the World for nothing! Daytona Beach is home to Biketoberfest, Bike Week, and Race Week at Daytona International Speedway. But that’s not all Daytona’s got to offer. While you’re here check out the Daytona Museum of Arts & Sciences, Congo River Golf Adventure, airboat rides & helicopter rides or the colorful Ocean Walk Shoppes & Theatre right on the Atlantic Ocean! Looking for souvenir shops or dining? Daytona is just a stone’s throw away and has many mainstream as well as mom & pop restaurants… everything from casual to fine dining. Or, perhaps you're feeling lucky while in town... try your hand at poker in Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room.

Stay with us!

So come & stay with us. We’re not far from the excitement of all that Central Florida has to offer. Be an adventurer by day and come home to relax in the quiet of Ormond-by-the-Sea. Or, avoid the crowds all together and spend a relaxing holiday enjoying the peace and tranquility of the sea and all it has to offer. We’d love to share our little slice of heaven with you!