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Your Florida vacation home in beautiful Sandy Ridge near Walt Disney World
 
Our beautiful 2008 executive 5 bedroom Florida pool villa is located within the prestigious community of Sandy Ridge.
 
This much sought after location places you in the ideal position to experience all that Orlando has to offer, be it the fun and excitement of the many world-famous Disney and Universal theme parks and attractions, to the more laid back pursuits of golfing, shopping, eating and drinking.
  
Sandy Ridge is located just off Interstate 4 (I-4) to the south of Disney. I-4 provides direct access southwest to Tampa and the Gulf coast (60 minutes); northeast to the Atlantic coast attractions and beaches (60 minutes); and the centre of Orlando and the airports (Orlando International Airport - 30 minutes, Orlando Sanford International Airport - 60 minutes).

A number of local amenities can be found just minutes away from the front gates including a bank, petrol station,

Map of Orlando, Florida surrounding area

Publix supermarket, Super Wal-Mart, Chi Chi's, Pizza Hut and a great variety of shops, diners, bars, and restaurants.
 
 

Our beautiful rental villa is close to Walt Disney World

We have been visiting Florida since 1990 so we know exactly where the very best Florida villa locations are. Our 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom Florida villa is the perfect base from which to explore Orlando’s many attractions and will provide you with a luxurious and peaceful haven in which to relax and enjoy Florida’s wonderful sunshine. The villa looks over a stunning conservation zone and is only 50 metres away from a natural freshwater lake if you fancy just relaxing and taking up some fishing (rods supplied).
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Directions:
From Orlando International Airport (journey time: approx. 30 minutes)

From Orlando Sanford International Airport (journey time: approx. 1 hour)

 
 

Look at all that is just a 15 minute drive away!

The Magic Kingdom; truly one of the most magical places on earth

Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom
The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is truly one of the most magical places on earth, and offers something for everyone. As you walk down Main Street, or visit one of the Lands that make up the Magic Kingdom Theme Park, you'll be enchanted (or enchanted again) at the wonderful imagination of Disney. Attractions in the Magic Kingdom include classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, the Haunted Mansion, the Hall of Presidents, It's A Small World, Thunder Mountain, Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger, Mickey's Toon Town and the incredible new Philharmagic Experience!

   
 EPCOT Theme Park; learn as you enjoy

EPCOT Center
Originally planned as "Experimental Prototype City Of Tomorrow", EPCOT was to be a place where people lived and worked in the most modern and experimental environments. Now, EPCOT has become one of the most fascinating and "fun while educational" theme parks that Disney offers. From the Living Seas, where you can interact with Crush from "Finding Nemo," to the hydroponics gardens in The Land, you'll learn as you enjoy. Plus, you can experience thrills a second at Mission Space and at the GM Test Track. Then, travel the world around EPCOT's International Lagoon, and watch Ben Franklin and Mark Twain in the American Experience.

   

Disney Hollywood Studios; movie theme rides along with chills and thrills

Disney's Hollywood Studios (formerly Disney-MGM)
Hooray for Hollywood! Disney's Hollywood Studios not only offers a day of movie classics (on the Great Movie Ride you will see everything from Bogie in Casablanca to the new technology Wicked Witch in the Wizard of Oz), but also thrills and chills in the The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. With FOUR different ways for the Tower to scare you, you can ride again and again and get a different thrill each time. Don't miss Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Jim Henson's Muppet Vision 3D, or the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. End your day with Fantasmic!, one of the most popular shows that Disney has ever created, with Mickey Mouse battling all the great Disney villains!
   

Disney's Animal Kingdom; spend some time on safari

Disney's Animal Kingdom
Enjoy a day on safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Kilimanjaro Safaris, one of the most popular attractions, takes you on a tour of "Africa" where you'll see the wildlife...and it looks and feels and smells just like a real safari! The Pangani Forest Exploration Trail leads to a close-up encounter with some gorillas, then visit with the hippopotami! The Tree Of Life, the park icon, is a 145 foot tall creation that stands in the middle of the park. You'll be amazed at the animals you see in its trunk. Underneath the Tree of Life, visit "It's Tough to Be a Bug" for a fun comedy-fest with Flik, Hopper and a cast of millions. DinoLand USA lets you dig for fossils, and don't miss Festival of the Lion King!
   
Universal Studios and Universal's Islands of Adventure; 2 amazing theme parks

Universal Studios
Universal's family of theme parks, hotels, and entertainment complexes has developed into a truly first rate destination with 2 amazing theme parks: Universal Studios and Universal's Islands of Adventure. The great dining and entertainment complex CityWalk and several world-class, on-site hotels round out Universal Orlando Resorts, making it a premier destination of its own.

   
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter; NEW theme park coming in 2009/2010

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios
Coming in 2009/2010: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter!

Click here for announcement video
Click here for Wizarding World of Harry Potter web site

   
PLUS:

Disney's Blizzard Beach - Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Downtown Disney - Disney Boardwalk

PLUS:

AQUATICA

Don't miss AQUATICA! Seaworld's brand new world-class waterpark is opening in 2008!
Only a 20-minute drive and you'll be swimming with the killer whales!

NEW Aquatic Water Park--swim safely with killer whales!

   
 
There are plenty of world-class courses for golf-lovers!

There are several quality golf courses nearby which cater to every level of golfer -- including Reunion, Southern Dunes, Ridgewood Lakes, the award-winning ChampionsGate, and many more within a 20-mile radius.

Enjoy Signature courses
from
Jack Nicklaus - Arnold Palmer
Tom Watson - Greg Norman

These are the finest players and designers the game of golf has ever known. Each has designed 18 holes of unique Signature golf for your enjoyment at Reunion and ChampionsGate.

 
 
 
 

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