Average rating: 
5.0 / 5 from 13 reviews (view reviews)
View from Pool Area
Front of our villa
Lounge area
Kitchen and Dining area
Kitchen
Queen size Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom again
Master Bedroom again
View from the Master Bedroom
Ensuite to Master Bedroom
Queen Size Bedroom 2
Queen Size Bedroom 2
Mickey themed Bedroom 3
Mickey smart TV, PS2, games
Main bathroom
Games in Garage
Undercover Table and Chairs
Pool and 2 of the 4 Sunbeds
View from Pool to the right
Tennis
LAKESIDE
OUR TRULY OUTSTANDING SPACIOUS VILLA
3 Bedroom Golf and Disney Villa
Located on the prestigious gated Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club with its championship golf course
Private pool with wonderful views of lake & golf
Not Overlooked By Other Villas From Behind
High Speed Wireless Internet to use with your Laptop
Cable package showing selected English Premiership (and some European) football matches during the season
TV in every bedroom
Mickey themed twin bedroom
Mountain Bikes
Table Tennis Table
Air Hockey Table
Tennis Racquets
FREE Use of Baby Equipment
(Ref: 1704)
Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club - 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath (Sleeps 8)
(Owned by: Gary and Kathy Whitfield)
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Villa Overview
| General details | |
|---|---|
| Owner's name | Gary and Kathy Whitfield |
| Community | Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club |
| Number of bedrooms | 3 |
| Number of bathrooms | 2.5 |
| Maximum number of guests | 8 |
| Breakdown of beds in the villa | |
|---|---|
| Queen size beds | 2 |
| Twin / single beds | 2 |
| Sofa beds | 1 |
| Bedrooms | |
|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | Queen size bed |
| Bedroom 2 | Queen size bed |
| Bedroom 3 | 2 single beds |
| Sofa beds | 1 sofa bed |
| Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Wi-fi / Internet available | |
| Private pool | |
| Pool is south facing | |
| Games room | |
| Stroller / pram | |
| High chair | |
| Lake view | |
| Golf course view | |
| Games console | |
| Club house | |
| Communal pool | |
| Washer / dryer | |
| Linens included | |
| Gated community | |
| Use of a safe | |
| Lanai / covered area | |
| Beach towels | |
| It is your responsibility to check with the private owner as to the nature and availability of these amenities. | |
Location
For privacy reasons, the marker on the map shows the Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club community location and not actual villa location.
Summary
If you are looking for that special home with a fantastic view, then look no further! It is perfect for relaxing on those days away from the theme parks and shopping, and ideal for golfers wanting to play one of the top championship courses in Florida.
Our pool has lovely views over the 5th green and the lake beside it.
There are no villas behind to overlook the pool while you are enjoying the wonderful Florida sunshine!
Inside.......The master bedroom has a queen size bed, ensuite shower room and a dressing room; the second bedroom has a queen size bed and there is also a beautiful Mickey themed twin bedroom for our younger guests or those young at heart!
Guests have complimentary use of all Southern Dunes leisure facilities including communal pools, children's play area, tennis courts, fitness centre and clubhouse with restaurant and bar. (A green fee is payable for golf)
If you are searching for the perfect holiday in Central Florida our exceptional villa offers it all!
Description
We have installed a High Speed Wireless Internet Connection for guests to keep in touch with work, friends and family back home. Just bring your own device and use it inside our villa or while you are relaxing by the pool.
We have an upgraded cable TV package showing selected English Premiership football matches (and some European matches) during the football season.
The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, cooker, coffee maker, toaster, kettle, blender, microwave, large fridge/freezer with ice maker and all the crockery and cooking utensils you will need.
The family room has a sofa, a double sofa bed, coffee table, cable TV, DVD player, Video, CD, Radio/Cassette and books.
The dining area has a beautiful dining table and 6 chairs.
There is a downstairs toilet and washbasin.
Our beautiful private south facing swimming pool (with optional heating) looks out over the fifth green and the lake beside it, so it is private from behind. It is screened to keep the insects out but allows the sun in. There are sun loungers for relaxing (with padded cushions), and a table and chairs for eating outside. There is an area under cover if you prefer the shade. The pool is illuminated and there are patio lights for relaxing outside in the evening.
Upstairs, the master bedroom has a queen-sized bed (5 feet wide), bedside cupboards, dressing table and Smart TV. It has an ensuite shower room with shower, WC and vanity unit leading to a dressing room/wardrobe.
Bedroom 2 has a queen-sized bed, Smart TV, bedside table, dresser and large built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 3 is themed as a Mickey bedroom. It has two twin beds, Smart TV, a Mickey TV for using the Playstation 2 and selection of games, childrens board games and large built in wardrobe.
The bathroom has a bath with shower, toilet and vanity unit.
Hairdryers, Stair Gates, Pack'n'Play Travel Cot, Highchair, Towels, Pool Towels and Bed Linen are provided free of charge.
A small Safe is provided for your peace of mind.
A washer, dryer, iron and ironing board are located in the integrated garage.
There is also a Table Football Game, Air Hockey Table and Table Tennis Table.
Mountain Bikes and 4 Tennis Racquets are available for your use free of charge.
No Smoking and No Pets
Our management company is available 24 hours a day for emergencies.
It is a wonderful location for the perfect holiday.
Located on the fantastic Southern Dunes Championship Golf Course, with complimentary use of their leisure facilities including Tennis Courts, Childrens Play Area, Communal Pool and Clubhouse with Restaurant and Bar. Within 2 minutes there is a 24 hour Wal-Mart supermarket, shops, restaurants, fast food outlets, fuel, pharmacy and banks. The gate to the community is manned 24 hours a day.
Golf Information- Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club is an ideal location for golfing holidays or for non-golfers to visit Disney and the other major attractions of Florida. Disney World is just 20 minutes away by car. The Gulf coast beaches are within easy reach. Situated just off Highway 27, Southern Dunes golf course was opened in 1993 and is rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest. The course offers players of all abilities the chance to play one of the most challenging and beautiful courses in Central Florida. It is over 7200 yards long and has become a favourite with both local and visiting golfers. There are five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of varying abilities. It features an elevation change of 100 feet, which is unusual for a Florida golf course, and it is beautifully maintained. There is a pro golf shop and impressive clubhouse and bar. On-course beverages and snacks are available throughout the day from the travelling beverage cart. There are also a great many other top golf courses within a 20 minute drive of Southern Dunes.
PREVIOUS GUESTS COMMENTS
June 2019 : Thank you so much. The house was great and was the cleanest place we have ever stayed at! My kids had a blast in the pool.
June 2019 : We had a great time and would recommend your villa to anyone.
February 2019 : We had a marvellous time and will definitely return!
October 2018 : We had the most amazing time, your Villa was fabulous a real home away from home. We loved every minute of it and most certainly hope to be able to return in the future.
August 2018 : Really enjoyed the villa and it’s location. Wish we were still there!
July 2018 : We had a brilliant time. What a great location the villa is in and had everything we needed.
February 2018 : the house was nice ..everything worked ..the pool area was great and the view of the 5th green and pond was perfect...really going to miss it ...
August 2017 : We had an amazing trip and were so pleased to return to your beautiful villa at the end of every long day. We were thoroughly impressed with everything provided at the villa and by Southern Dunes itself.
May 2017 : Got to envy you having such a lovely, well equipped and Ideally situated home.
The kids just loved having the swimming pool, even on the rainy days towards the end of the holiday.
Many thanks for letting us have use of your home. Next time I want to have a round of golf on the course and not just watch the endless number of balls going into your nearby pond.
December 2016 : We had a great time. Your house was everything we hoped for. The kids told me it was their best Christmas ever.
December 2016 : Arrived home safely after a most enjoyable stay at your lovely house, we felt thoroughly at home. Everybody was so welcoming (particularly the golf Club). Thank you for letting us have the use of your lovely home
October 2016 : Thank you so much for letting us rent out your beautiful villa we had an amazing holiday and wish we were still there, we had lovely weather and now feeling the cold back home. Hopefully we can return one day :) The location was also fantastic, loved the closeness of all the shops and restaurants and how easy it was to get into Orlando.
July 2016 : Awesome
Everything was exactly as discussed with the owner, all codes worked, everything in the house was clean and tidy, and absolute treat to stay there.
September 2015 : Just to let you know that we arrived safely and all is well at the villa :o)
It's a fantastic location and I've seen lots of different wildlife already so I am absolutely loving it. You can't beat sitting by the pool and getting a close up visit from 3 nosy Sandhill Cranes!
August 2015 : Hello from the villa! We are having a great time and the villa is superb thank you again
Everything is perfect :)
May 2015 : We have been having a wonderful time in Florida and the villa is amazing. It not only met expectations but exceeded them. I would have no reservations in wholeheartedly recommending your villa to anyone coming to Florida for a holiday as it provides an idyllic haven from the madness of the parks.
April 2015 : We had a wonderful holiday and your villa is excellent. We would be very happy to recommend it to others and would be happy to stay there again in the future.
December 2014 : Just to let you know that we had a fantastic holiday in your villa again. The boys loved the bikes and as they all play table tennis in school they had great fun using your table.
Everything was perfect.
November 2014 : We are off back home this morning and would just like to thank you and your local management company for looking after us so well during our stay. It has been a great holiday.
October 2014 : This is just a quick e-mail to say thank you for the use of your villa - we had a lovely (although tiring!) time.
We most certainly will consider your villa again and I have already recommended it to some friends.
October 2014 : Just a quick note to let you know we had a fantastic time in Florida.
Thank you for renting your Villa to us, it proved to be a great base for our daily excursions.
July 2014 : A fantastic holiday and was wonderful to stay in a calm, quiet, beautiful location in and around your villa - thank you! An added bonus with the community pool outside:)
June 2014 : We had a great Holiday mainly due to your great Villa.
May 2014 : Got back from Orlando this morning, but not really wanting to come back. We had such a fantastic time and your villa is so lovely and the estate is so peaceful. Great for unwinding after such hectic days. Just a note to thank you for letting us stay there and experience the wonder of it all.
We hope to go back sometime in the near future because we loved it so much.
February 2014 : Just arrived to the villa. Everything is perfect – as usual.
September 2013 : Hi guys, got back yesterday after a fantastic holiday. Villa was really great so thank you very much!
August 2013 : Just thought I would let you know we are having a great time at your villa, everything is fine. Like the cool lamps in the Mickey room!
August 2013 : We had a fabulous holiday. We all loved the pool and the table tennis. The outdoor pool being so close was also a bonus which we had not anticipated. Thank you so much for a wonderful time.
April 2013 : We have arrived yesterday evening and will certainly enjoy our stay. You really have a nice villa! My daughter is already fond of the Mickey Mouse lamps in her room...:-)
March 2013 : Hello from sunnyish Florida, Having a great time in your lovely villa! You really have thought of everything.
Rental rates (per week - for the home - NOT per person)
| 2020 Dates | US Dollars ($) | UK Pounds (£) |
| 06 Jan 2020 - 02 Apr 2020 | $770 | £495 |
| 03 Apr 2020 - 20 Apr 2020 | $925 | £595 |
| 21 Apr 2020 - 18 Jun 2020 | $770 | £495 |
| 19 Jun 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | $850 | £550 |
| 01 Sep 2020 - 16 Dec 2020 | $770 | £495 |
| 17 Dec 2020 - 05 Jan 2021 | $925 | £595 |
| 2021 Dates | US Dollars ($) | UK Pounds (£) |
| 17 Dec 2020 - 05 Jan 2021 | $925 | £595 |
| 2022 Dates |
| The owner has not entered any rates for this year. |
Rental rates notes
High Speed Wireless Internet Access.............................FREE OF CHARGE(bring your own laptop)
Travel cot / Playpen.......................................................FREE OF CHARGE
Stair Gates.....................................................................FREE OF CHARGE
Highchair.......................................................................FREE OF CHARGE
Small Safe.....................................................................FREE OF CHARGE
All our rates include 12% tax and are subject to change until a booking is confirmed.
Rates include all taxes, utilities, towels, pool towels, bed linen and the final cleaning fee.
Changeover day is flexible.
At Easter / Christmas / New Year there is a minimum stay of 7 nights.
Please add a cleaning fee of £55 / $85 for stays of less than 7 nights.
Pool heating is available by pre-booking at a cost of £100 / $170 per week (minimum charge £60 / $100).
A deposit of £100 / $170 per week is required on booking with the balance due 8 weeks before the arrival day. We will hold dates for 3 days pending confirmation of travel arrangements and the deposit payment.
We accept cheques or bank transfers.
A security deposit of £200 / $300 is required with the balance payment. This is fully refundable assuming that there is no damage to our villa or its contents on departure.
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