Champions Gate Resort/SW3851

Clean and well maintained but not a peaceful location at the time of our stay

We found the property to be clean and well maintained and met the needs of our family vacation. There were however a few things that really spoiled our time in this house. First and foremost were the inconsiderate holiday groups in the neighbouring homes. We fully appreciate that family reunions are a cause for celebration however we were repeatedly kept awake through the night by pool parties- loud music, shouting and shrieking. We were disappointed that within a gated resort there is no security to reinforce a curfew on this. This was certainly not relaxing for us as parents to enjoy our evening after our children had gone to bed. On a lesser note we also felt that kitchen utensils and equipment was lacking in this property.

Angela Eggerton Source: Booked On Orlando4Villas Stayed: 17 June 2017 Submitted: 3 July 2017

Pleasant but on a busy estate, not what we prefer

The property is on a very busy estate as I have entitled this review, extremely overlooked and crowded at the back so not what we are used to renting in that part of the world. We were given instructions on how to get to and enter the property and while the directions for getting there were fine, the instructions for gaining access are incorrect and need the renters to examine them before sending them to others, we arrived in the dark so never easy when finding a place you have not been before even though we go to that area very often but we were told there would be a lock box with a key inside and I took a torch to enable us to find this. We searched and searched but could find no lock box and after a 9 hour flight this is not ideal. We tried the keypad on the door and luckily it opened just from that so we were surprised and presumed that the property had been left unlocked, however, next morning we tried to lock the house to go for breakfast but we couldn't lock it so had to call the emergency number and as this was Xmas Day were pleasantly surprised when a prompt call back was received and we explained that we couldn't find the box with the key and that we couldn't lock the house, She informed us that there is NO!!! lock box on this property and in the instructions you neglected to tell us that there is a white button on the top of the key code that has to be pressed to lock the house, may we suggest you re examine your details. We were tired so prepared for bed after not very long and went into the master bedroom as there was only the two of us, the pillowcases stank of other peoples use, a friend of mine who has properties in Sarasota was in the area and I showed them to her and she was disgusted and I had to buy my own, this definitely wasn't clean. I followed the instructions for leaving the property and put the sheets and your pillowcases towels etc in the washing machine to wash before we left as asked, but when you ask someone to do your laundry I suggest you leave detergent, I bought some and used my own, perhaps the previous occupants were not as fussy as I am. There are shops close by and we breakfasted at Bob Evans which is a place we often use when there. We love to stock up at Publix for our own enjoyment. The shops are always a strong pull and spent quite a bit at the Premium Outlets nearby. Cracker Barrel is also a good place to eat and I can spend ages just looking around their store. By the way the smoke detector needs the battery changing as it was bleeping all through our last night and I left a note for your maintenance to deal with it.

Graeme Anderson Source: Booked On Orlando4Villas Stayed: 24 December 2016 Submitted: 2 January 2017

A wonderful Thanksgiving vacation!

This was the best vacation home we have rented so far. The home was very clean, the kitchen was stocked with all of the dishes and appliances we needed. The home looked small on the outside but when we walked in we were amazed at how spacious it was. The beds felt really good and we got much needed rest after coming from the parks. The resort was beautiful. The only problem we had was the battery in the smoke detector went off but the property management came out right away and fixed this minor issue. I highly recommend this home and we will use Orlando4villas again. Thanks again for the beautiful home. This Thanksgiving was the best our family have had so far.

Whaketa Hargrove Source: Owner Guest Stayed: 19 November 2016 Submitted: 27 November 2016

It was an AWESOME vacation!

We were very pleased with almost everything at this home. The place was extremely clean and had everything we needed. We appreciated having a stroller and pack and play when the grandchildren came over. The pool was fantastic, although the heater wasn't working for the first couple of days. The management company came to repair, but we were disappointed to miss that time in the sun. The distance to Orlando activities was fine and we enjoyed Disney area attractions for several of the days. The area was perfect....close enough to the clubhouse to enjoy the activities there. We loved the clubhouse although we did not use many of the amenities. We did not eat in the restaurant and ate at home. All in all the place was near perfect! We may come back next year!

Marcy Yavor Source: Booked On Orlando4Villas Stayed: 21 April 2016 Submitted: 3 May 2016