Overview
Welcome to The Windsor Fantasy - A south-facing villa with private pool and hot-tub, with no rear neighbours. We are just a two minute stroll from the amazing Water Park.
Please visit our website at www.DiscoverWindsorHills.com for up-to-the-minute pricing and availability, and you can even reserve our home online!
We own FOUR VILLAS side-by-side, so if you need more than one villa just let us know.
The most important feature of our family retreat is that we offer one of the few south-facing pool villas in Windsor Hills that also has no rear neighbours. Spend a moment viewing the Windsor Hills development on Google Maps. Most of the south-facing villas back right up to another property. Most of the other villas with no rear neighbors face north, east, or west – limiting the amount of sun the pool area will receive.
Location
Windsor Hills Resort Villas & Vacation Rentals By Owner in Orlando, Florida. Situated in the heart of Kissimmee and less than 3 miles from the Disney's main gate.
This upscale and very popular gated resort maintains its exclusive feel and privacy with the benefit of 24 hr security. We have a selection of over 40 luxury Windsor Hills vacation rentals and villas. Consider Windsor Hills for your next Florida holiday, all with private pools and many with spas. NO SERVICE FEES
The Windsor Hills Resort clubhouse pool was extended to include slides and a splash pad for kids. This is a fantastic addtion to the Orlando resort and we know guests are going to love it. Please see the video below which shows the Windsor Hills Resort water slides and splash pad.
Windsor Hills Resort Rentals from 3 - 6 Bedrooms
All our Windsor Hills Orlando rental villas have fully equipped kitchens. So you can cook a four course meal if you like. They all also have laundry rooms with washers, dryers and ironing boards. Don't live out of a suitcase while on holiday! One of the great things about the Windsor Hills villas is the ratio of bathrooms to bedrooms. Meaning you don't have to share if you don't want too. Many of the 4 and 5 bedroom vacation homes having all en-suites. Even the 6 bedroom Windsor Hills villas have 4 or 5 bathrooms. With at least 3 en-suites making them ideal for large families.
A lot of the Windsor Hills Resort vacation rentals have themed bedrooms. Some of the most popular are Mickey Mouse, Princess, Tinker Bell, Harry Potter and even a Pirates of the Caribbean. A great treat for the kids and something a little bit different to the normal rooms.
Less than 30 mins from Orlando International Airport
We have added details of how to get from Orlando Airport to the Windsor Hills Resort. Please check out our blog post - Driving Direction from Orlando Airport (MCO) to the Windsor Hills Resort
Most of our Windsor Hills vacation rentals by owner have games rooms. With pool tables, table football, darts and even bikes for the kids. Some may also include tennis rackets for use on the free courts.
Lots of owners have added games consoles, ideal to keep the kids happy after a long day at the parks. Let them play while you relax by the pool with a glass of wine. Please check each of the Windsor Hills Resort rental homes descriptions to see what games consoles they have. One thing to note, if you are coming from the UK your games won't work on the US systems.
A great feature that all the Windsor Hills villas have is a covered area by the pool. This is known as the lanai. Great for the summer months when it 100F and you want a little shade. It's also it's ideal for small children to play in without the fear of getting burnt. Florida is known for having some amazing storms especially in the summer months. Having the covered lanai allows you sit outside and watch them with a cold drink which can be great fun.
The Windsor Hills Clubhouse is Open All Year Round
The Windsor Hills Orlando Resort also has a clubhouse which is open to guests all year round. It features a large communal pool with water slide and hot tub. Loads of sun loungers so you can choose to sit in the sun or shade.
Windsor Hills also has a sundry shop open from 8am - 10pm everyday selling groceries, newspapers, drinks, ice creams and toiletries. If the xbox isn't enough to keep the kids busy then the clubhouse has a games arcade and pool room.
If you want to have a workout the Windsor Hills clubhouse has a state of the art gym. This is also open to all guests free of charge. The Windsor Hills clubhouse also has a 50 seater cinema. Showing movies daily so please check with clubhouse reception to see what's playing.
Watch a Movie in the 50 Seater Clubhouse Cinema
There are also two on site playgrounds with swings, slides and roundabouts. Tennis and basket balls courts with flood lights. And a 7 hole putting green and sand volleyball court. You will need to take your own equipment for all the courts.
No matter what you are looking for Windsor Hills Resort has it covered. This is why it's one of the most sort after Florida vacation rental communities in Orlando.
We have luxury Windsor Hills vacation rentals located across the whole community. With a great choice of different accommodation for this popular Orlando community.
Over 25 Golf Courses within 15 mins of Windsor Hills
Keen golfers will be pleased to note Windsor Hills Resort is directly next to the Mystic Dunes Golf Course. This is one of the best golf courses in Orlando and a great test for all skill levels.
Other golfs courses within 5 minutes of Windsor Hills include Falcons Fire, Celebration and the 4 courses at Disney World. The Disney courses are the home of the Children's Miracle Classic PGA Tour Event. This is played in November on the Magnolia and Lake Buena Vista courses.
There are another 25 golf courses within 15 minutes of Windsor Hills Resort. And over 100 within 60 minutes so you will never have to play the same course twice.
Within a 2 mile radius of the Windsor Hills Resort is a Publix supermarket. There is also a brand new Wal-Mart, a Walgreen's pharmacy and numerous restaurants. There are actually so many restaurants you can eat somewhere different every night!
Windsor Hills Reserve was the second part of the Windsor Hills Resort to be built. The whole resort community is now complete.
We have a selection of Windsor Hills Florida rentals available. Please contact them direct to ask any question, check availability or book. Don't just take our word for it you can also read Windsor Hills villa reviews from previous guests. To see the reviews click on the review stars or go to the review tab for each villa listing.
Driving Distances from the Windsor Hills to the Orlando Theme Parks
We have added the actual driving distances to all the main Orlando theme parks below. These are not the distances to the main gate which most people quote. These are the distances to the actual car park for each attraction. Most journeys to the Orlando theme parks are via highways or interstates. Driving at speeds between 55-65 MPH so it's pretty quick to get to all of them.
- Animal Kingdom - 3 miles
- Hollywood Studios - 5.5 miles
- Magic Kingdom - 7 miles
- Epcot - 7 miles
- SeaWorld - 11.5 miles
- Universal Studios - 15.5 miles
Things to know when staying at the Windsor Hills Resort
We have put together some blog posts that we hope will help your stay on the Windsor Hills Resort. They have lots of FAQ's so please check it out - Windsor Hills Resort Review and Tips
Restaurants near the Windsor Hills Resort
We have put together a list of over 50 restaurants along HWY192 in Kissimmee. These are all less than 5 minutes away from the Windsor Hills Resort. The list includes links to menus as well as google / trip advisor reviews. There is so much choice that you should be able to eat somewhere different every night.
Other Nearby Orlando Communities
If you can't find what you are looking for on the Windsor Hills Resort below is a list other nearby vacation rental communities. We have over 850 Orlando villas to rent on 100 different communities so you should be able to find something that suits your needs.
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100 Stars
All I can say is the place is the to be and I would not give 5 stars but one hundred stars!
Everything was amazing starting from the home to neighbors and everything about it! Especially the owners Bill and Donna they are the kindest people.
We are coming to stay longer the next time.
Thank you very much for everything my family was happy to go and we came back happier!
Thank you thank you!!
Date of stay: January 2022
Reviewer name: Janaina M, Massachusetts, USA
Owners reply
Thank you Janaina!! We're so happy you loved The Windsor Fantasy! We will happily accept your "100 Star Review". We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect location for a Disney vacation!!
If you are looking for a place to stay that is clean and very close to the Disney Parks, this property is for you!! The owners were very informative and helpful!
Date of stay: December 2021
Reviewer name: Jasmine K, Wisconsin, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jasmine,
Thank you for your wonderful review of The Windsor Fantasy! We're so happy everyone had a great time. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent house very beautiful and super clean
We rented this house for 11 days and we loved it we felt like we were at home from the beginning we have 4 kids ages 7-14 they loved it and the location was great for our travel to Disney it was a few miles away the home owners Bill and Donna were excellent hosts very responsive to all our questions and needs 5 stars all the way we will be back and we are going to refer some of our family to rent this beautiful house … thanks again we had a memorable vacation there …the Motta’s
Date of stay: November 2021
Reviewer name: Michael M , Rhode Island, USA
Owners reply
Dear Michael & Family,
Thank you for your lovely review of The Windsor Fantasy! We're so happy everyone had a great time.
Thank you for mentioning how close we are to Disney. That is so important with younger children.
We are happy you are looking to return in the future and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Awesome rental!
This house was perfect for us - we had two families - 9 guests and everyone had a comfortable amount of space. The house was clean and well taken care of, and the owners were amazing at communications and sharing tips and ideas for things to do in the area. We really loved having the private pool and hot tub after a long day walking at the parks. The house was stocked with everything you need in the kitchen and had a great “fun room” for the kids to hang out. We are very happy with this rental and highly recommend it to others.
Date of stay: October 2021
Reviewer name: Shayne W, Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Shayne & Family,
Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with! We love it when large and extended families can use our home to vacation together - so much more relaxing than trying to coordinate multiple hotel rooms.
We're glad everyone enjoyed our private pool and spa. Not having any rear neighbors makes for a much more relaxing experience.
Please let us know when you would like to visit the Disney area again!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Clean, spacious, updated and conveniently located
Highly recommend this property! We loved how clean and spacious and up-to-date this home was and its great proximity to Orlando’s attractions; it’s an easy ~20 minute drive door to to door from the Disney parks. According to my five year old the best thing about this home is the Minion bedroom which she adored. :) My teens loved the game room and the pool which backed to the peaceful common area. We appreciated the thoughtful and responsive hosts.
Date of stay: September 2021
Reviewer name: Aimee W, New Jersey, USA
Owners reply
Dear Aimee & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy your five year old loved the Minion room!
It is so easy with young children being just 3 miles away from Disney. When our children were younger we would always come home for lunch and naps, and then head right back. It's hard to do that if you stay too far away.
We look forward to welcoming you back next year!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Our stay
It was very easy to arrange the rental, location was great, and overall the house was fabulous.
Date of stay: June 2021
Reviewer name: Gary M., Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Gary and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're glad everyone had such a great time! Thank you for describing our home as "fabulous"!! We agree, but of course we have a biased opinion! haha.
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Home & Communication is TOP NOTCH!
We had the best two weeks at Bill & Donna's property!
The home was the cleanest we have ever had a vacation rental be (and we have rented ALOT!). We spent most of the time by the pool, cooking, playing in the game room and relaxing in the living room. The pool was ALWAYS warm - which was great considering the weather during our time was not typical FL summer weather - most mornings the pool was warmer than the air. We loved having meals on the patio - with a table big enough to fit all 8 of us! The game room was great for after dinner fun and a perfect spot for morning workouts. The TWO washers and dryers were AMAZING! With so many of us, we could get through laundry quickly. The open kitchen and living room space was great for cooking while still being a part of the group. The living room furniture was sooo comfortable (thank you Bill for helping us choose our new sectional!). The bedrooms were perfect sizes and everyone loved having their own bathrooms. The mattresses were some of the best we have slept on (besides our own) - we woke up everyday with no pain! Having TWO hot water tanks was fantastic! I was a little spoiled having hot water so quickly for a shower or washing dishes! The house was so comfortable we did not want to leave at the end!
We did have a few maintenance issues but Bill responded so quickly that they were never a burden. Bill was fantastic to rent from and his communication is top notch. He checked on us almost every day and offered some great ideas of things to do and places to eat. I left feeling like we shared our vacation with a new friend.
We wouldn't hesitate to rent from Bill & Donna again and in fact look forward to being spoiled again soon!!!
Date of stay: May 2021
Reviewer name: Kristie D, North Carolina, USA
Owners reply
Dear Kristie,
Thank you for such an awesome review! We really appreciate it!
Thank you for describing our home as "the cleanest" you have ever had. Our cleaners have really stepped up their game in this "COVID" world. They do a great job.
We also appreciate you telling future travelers that our mattresses were the best you have ever slept on. When we remodeled our home we invested in top-of-the line Sealy pillow-top mattresses. We love them.
Thank you for being a great family to work with and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns
Relaxing Retreat
We had a wonderful stay! The pool was amazing after a busy day at Disney or the beach. Bill and Donna were so easy to work with and made sure our stay was great!!
Date of stay: May 2021
Reviewer name: Danielle S., Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Danielle,
Thank for for leaving your review! We're happy to hear everyone had a great time. It's nice that you got to visit some of the Florida beaches. It's a very easy drive from our home. We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Family Disney/Universal vacation
The entire family enjoyed their stay at the Windsor Fantasy. The home had everything you could possibly need. Part of the family flew into Orlando and we, the grandparents, drove to the resort in a motorhome towing a trailer. Bill made sure we would have no problem getting our rig through security and into the overflow parking lot. We highly recommend the Windsor Fantasy.
Date of stay: May 2021
Reviewer name: Vivian L., Massachusetts, USA
Owners reply
Dear Vivian and Family,
Thank you for your review! We're glad everyone had a great time! We were happy to help with the motor home. We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect Family Rental Home
I cannot say enough good things regarding this home, location, and owners, Bill and Donna. We had such amazing communication with the owners and they were beyond flexible with us during such a trying time this past year. They truly make you feel like family when renting from their home!
Bill and Donna went above and beyond even to fine details of pointing out local attractions and wildlife to see that were perfect for my boys. The house it self is prime location; walking distance to the outdoor community pool/grill which was amazing with 3 little ones. We truly enjoyed having a pool in the comfort of the back yard for our busier Disney nights but having the community pools and splash pad available and so convenient on our days off.
The home itself has every convenience you need even including toddler bed rails, (which I had completely forgotten about) after getting in late at night from a long day of travel, the house managers promptly answered the phone and were able to point me in the direction of where to find them! I was amazed with the communication and accessibility to them and the owners on any questions we had. Traveling with small children was definitely made easier staying here with all they have at the home. Also having 3 master suites with attached baths was a huge plus! We traveled with grandparents one of which is very limited with mobility so the first floor masters were key!
I honestly can say we will be back for sure and cannot wait to book again! If you are at all considering this property do it! It is perfect and so conveniently located to Disney! Our only regret was not having more off days to enjoy the amenities offered more.
Date of stay: April 2021
Reviewer name: Kristin H, Illinois, USA
Owners reply
Dear Kristin,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time.
Thank you for mentioning the responsiveness of our local caretakers when you had questions about the bedrails. Their response time is excellent.
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Amazing!
Such a beautiful home! Great location minutes from the gate and community water park. We traveled with our children one of which is special needs and this home had plenty for the kids to do. The pool and hot tub were a plus with a nice view and plenty of space. Lots of space! The beds were super comfy. I can really go on and on. Thank you so much Bill and Donna! Also thank you to the staff for assisting us lightening fast!
Date of stay: April 2021
Reviewer name: Shantay C., Georgia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Shantay & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! Thank you for mentioning how comfortable our beds are. We really appreciate it!
We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect
We had an amazing stay here. The descriptions and photos are just as described. The kids loved having the space with the games and pool table. There is a lot of space for dining. The home was very clean and well organized. The Minion room does not have much space if the trundle is pulled out completely, but a family could make it work. Any thing that we needed or had questions about were answered so quickly! We also loved how close the home was to the waterpark area too--some homes are quite far away. I would definitely stay here again.
Date of stay: April 2021
Reviewer name: Jodi F., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jodi and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! Thank you for mentioning how close we are to the amazing water park. We are the closest 5 bedroom home to the water park, so just about a 2-3 minute stroll. We are far enough away so we don't get ANY noise from the water park, but close enough so you can walk and not have to drive. Some homes in Windsor Hills are a good 15-20 minute walk away.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
All around excellent!
This house was the perfect fit for our family vacation!
We had 4 adults and 4 kids staying in the house and the accommodations were perfect. The bedrooms were clean and spacious. The kids theme rooms were adorable and I loved how every bedroom had their own bathroom. We had a ton of fun in the game room when the weather was a little crummy a couple of the days we were there. We spent as much time as we could in the pool, which was always nicely heated.
The location of the house was perfect. A quick 10 minute drive to the Disney parks and only 50 minutes to Cocoa Beach. Another perk of this house was the Windsor Hills community. There is a huge heated community pool with two separate waterslides and a large splash pad area which was a blast for our whole group! There is also a small arcade and convenience store where you can buy food, ice cream and drinks!
The house was equipped with all the kitchen appliances we needed (two coffee makers, pans, bowls, dishes, grilling utensils, even slow cookers and a waffle maker) along with plenty of beach and bath towels.
Also, I can not say enough good things about the owners, Bill and Donna. They were quick to respond to all of my questions before, during and even after our visit. They also sent recommendations throughout the week for food ideas and family activities to do in the area while we were there! That was great information for people new to the area.
We will definitely be back!
Date of stay: March 2021
Reviewer name: Jessica M., Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jessica & Family,
Thank you for such a detailed review. This is very helpful for future travelers.
Thank you for mentioning how clean our home was. We also appreciate the tip about Cocoa Beach. Sometimes when families are planning a "Disney" vacation, they forget that the ocean is just about an hour away.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Wonderful vacation home!!!!
Bill & Donna were great to work with and they have a beautiful home!!! Everything was top notch! The house is clean and everything is up to date. They made us feel right at home and helped us while we were there to experience some of the fun things to do while we were there by their suggestions!! Thank you for a wonderful experience!! I recommend this home to anyone that wants a fun and relaxing visit!!!
Date of stay: March 2021
Reviewer name: Terry P., Indiana, USA
Owners reply
Dear Terry & Lori,
Thank you for mentioning the cleanliness of our home! That is so important in our current "COVID world". Our cleaners do a great job and we will make sure to pass along your compliments.
We were happy to assist with your family getaway, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Hidden Gem
Overall, our stay at this property exceeded our expectations.
As a family, we have stayed at a lot of house rentals in the Kissimmee area. The owners, Bill & Donna, made our experience the best one yet! They are so on top of things and have thought about how to give their "customers" the best experience. From the start (and until after we departed) they communicated with us in a timely manner answering questions and providing helpful suggestions.
Inside the house they have carefully thoughts about the guests experience providing anything and everything one might want or need. There are tons of beach towels, kitchen supplies, water bottles, and baby equipment including multiple strollers, high chairs, and pack & plays.
Additionally, the location of this house made our trip even that much better. A south facing pool with no one behind you and an easy 2-minute walk to the resort amenities. This made it easy with the little ones.
We highly recommend this house and hope to return ourselves!
Date of stay: February 2021
Reviewer name: Jennifer F., Nantucket, Mass USA
Owners reply
Dear Jennifer and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We’re so happy you selected The Windsor Fantasy for your two-week family getaway.
Thank you for mentioning how close we are to the resort amenities. It really is a quick two-minute stroll. That makes it so much easier with younger children.
We’re glad you found all of the baby and toddler items we keep in the home helpful.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect location
This house was the perfect location to all the amenities offered at windsor hills. We were just a short walk to the clubhouse and main pool/splash pad. Also just a short walk to the castle themed park for the kiddos to play at which was a huge hit. Bill and Donna were fantastic to work with. Going above and beyond with making sure we had an amazing stay. If your traveling with younger kiddos the house is equipped with lots of baby gear from multiple strollers including a double one and a high chair which was perfect for our youngest traveler. The pool and hot tub were at the perfect temperature. We had a couple cooler days during our stay but that didn't keep our kids out of the warm water. The hot tub was especially nice for all the adults and got nice and hot. This is def a place we will be back to visit and looking forward to working with Bill and Donna again for a future vacation!
Date of stay: February 2021
Reviewer name: Jessie W., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jessie,
Thank you for your kind words. We really appreciate it!
We especially appreciate your comments about our pool. We invested a lot into our pool heating system to make sure the pool stays very warm - even in the winter months.
Thank you for letting future travelers know about all of the baby and toddler items we have in the home. We want our youngest guests to feel right at home!
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great Place for Family Disney Trip
We brought three 2-year-olds, a 7-year-old, 3 college kids, and 3 adults. The owners were so helpful and had more than we could ask for as far as pack-n-plays, strollers, high chairs, towels, etc., which made packing so much easier on us!
The pool was great and the playground was a life-saver. We didn’t have enough time to enjoy the water slides or splash pad but they looked amazing. The drive to each Disney park was super easy and 20 min. or less from each one.
Kitchen was well stocked, crock pot, waffle iron, toaster, plenty of plates, silverware, etc.
The house is very spacious and open. We will definitely try to stay here again next time we go to Orlando!
Date of stay: January 2021
Reviewer name: Jennifer C., Tennessee, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jennifer & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time! I'm glad we were able to provide three pack-n-plays and three high-chairs. That was the easy part. You having to travel with two-year-old triplets was the hard part!! We're glad everyone enjoyed the pool, and thank you for mentioning how well stocked our kitchen was.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Best place in Orlando for big families
The day we arrived my kids were already begging to come back.
Between the private heated pool and hot tub, 5 bedrooms with TV and cable in each room, and the awesome “man cave” they were never bored.
This house in particular is the best location in Windsor Hills due to proximity of the club house/water park and playgrounds. The waterpark and heated pool was awesome...even though it was chilly..my kids swam for hours because it was so warm.
Bill & Donna are awesome hosts. Everything was perfect and well communicated.
Date of stay: December 2020
Reviewer name: Christine M., Ohio, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jennifer & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time! I'm glad we were able to provide three pack-n-plays and three high-chairs. That was the easy part. You having to travel with two-year-old triplets was the hard part!! We're glad everyone enjoyed the pool, and thank you for mentioning how well stocked our kitchen was.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Six Stars!
I wish there was a way to give more than 5 stars, because this home and our hosts definitely deserve it! Our family of 6 adults and 1 infant spent 6 fabulous days here, and we can't say enough about the home or the kindness of the owners. We loved that we could "come home" while on vacation, and the cost was less than 1/2 of what we'd have paid for an onsite Disney resort but the space was more than double!
1. LOCATION - The home is a 10-15 minute drive from each Disney park, and within the community it is a short walk to the clubhouse and the pool/water park. The neighborhood feels extremely safe, with a gated guardhouse and strict enforcement for entry. There is a lovely green space behind the home, making it feel open but still private. The grounds throughout the area are very well maintained and nicely manicured.
2. HOME QUALITIES - There were no details that were missed. The pool is AMAZING and is kept at a very comfortable temperature. We loved the hot tub that spilled over into the pool. The kitchen is very nice and well stocked with everything you need if you choose to eat in. The family room is spacious and well furnished, and the furniture throughout the home is high quality. The flooring, trim and decor are all done with good taste and felt like home. A bonus was the garage which has been converted into a game room, and it also included 2 washers and 2 dryers - very useful to us. The cleaning crew did an excellent job of preparing the home for our stay too!!
3. OWNERS/COMMUNICATION - This is where the home really shines. The owners were absolutely delightful to work with. We were coming from several locations, and we asked for both an early check-in and a late check-out because of flight complications. Both were graciously granted, and the communication was very quick. We were also given great tips about the home, the area and the parks. These owners are WAY beyond 5 star hosts!!
4. EXTRAS - The little things matter. The home is equipped with very nice night lights throughout - very helpful when traveling with children or infants who wake in the night. The wifi speed is excellent. The front door touch pad is very convenient and locks automatically with a short delay. The pool door is alarm-protected. There are several strollers, a high chair and a pack-and-play available for use. Beds are just the right level of softness, and multiple types of pillows are provided.
We highly recommend this home and these owners. We had an absolutely lovely time, and we look forward to another visit!!
Date of stay: November 2020
Reviewer name: Jane B., Tennessee, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jane and Philip,
Wow! Your review is amazing! Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback for future travelers. We are so happy you got to spend Thanksgiving 2020 at the Windsor Fantasy.
Thank you for mentioning our pool temperature. We invested in an oversized pool heater a few years ago which keeps our pool very warm, even in the fall and winter months.
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and hopefully you will be able to visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & family
Book Now
There are so many great things to say about the owners and this property. The reservation process was quick and simple, as was the check-in process when we arrived. The owners stayed in constant contact from the time I booked the property to the time I made it home ensuring we were comfortable and satisfied. They even provided activities for us to do in the area.
The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need to serve a large group. We ate breakfast by the pool and relaxed in the spa after a long day at Disney.
The kids spent hour bouncing from Xbox to the arcade. There was truly something for everyone! Whatever travel dates you have planned, add an extra day just to enjoy the house. You’ll be glad you did.
My family and I will definitely be staying here again.
Date of stay: August 2020
Reviewer name: Tamara B., Florida, USA
Owners reply
Dear Tamara,
Thank you for your Five Star review! Your family was wonderful to work with. I'm glad the kids enjoyed the arcade machine! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill & Donna Burns
Great house and location
Great communication with host. Everyone had plenty of space and felt right at home. Great location and we really enjoyed the home's layout. Each family had their own floor for privacy. Overall we had a wonderful time.
Date of stay: July 2020
Reviewer name: Amaru C., Florida, USA
Owners reply
Thanks Amaru! We're so happy everyone had a wonderful time!
Location Location Location
The Windsor Hills Resort is in the perfect location for access to all the major Orlando attractions and the Windsor Fantasy is in a perfect location within the resort.
My wife and I have been traveling for over 45 years and renting self catering properties for over 30 years. Bill was the absolute best property owner we have ever dealt with. Timely communication and easy to follow instructions. We really appreciated all the information that Bill provided to us before and during our stay.
If you are looking for a great vacation experience then the Windsor Fantasy would be a thumbs up selection.
Date of stay: March 2020
Reviewer name: Allan J., Ontario, Canada
Owners reply
Dear Allan,
Thank you for your Five Star review. We really appreciate your kind words. Your family was wonderful to work with. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent place!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home! The location couldn’t have been better. The home is right down the street from the clubhouse.
The heated pool was fabulous. We all loved the fact that we got our own bathrooms. Kitchen was fully stocked with appliances, pots, and pans. We had a small issue with one toilet and the gentleman was there to fix it within the hour. He was kind and quick! I would recommend this home to everyone!
Thank you!
Date of stay: January 2020
Reviewer name: Brittany L., North Dakota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Brittany,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time! We're glad everyone enjoyed the pool. We invested in an oversized pool heater a few years ago that keeps our pool quite warm - even in January! Thank you for mentioning how quick our local caretaker Michael responded for the service call. He lives just a couple of miles away so his response time is excellent. Your family was wonderful to work with and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Windsor Fantasy Christmas Vacation
We just got back from staying at this property and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property owners not only went out of their way to check on us but sent recommendations regarding area attractions which was greatly appreciated. I would recommend this property over anywhere else!
Date of stay: December 2019
Reviewer name: Blake B, Arkansas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Blake,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We are so happy everyone enjoyed their Christmas Vacation at the Windsor Fantasy!
We look forward to welcoming your family back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Quick trip
Fantastic property with an amazing amount of space. Perfect location and community. Great communication with Bill and Donna. My family and I would certainly resent this property again!
Date of stay: December 2019
Reviewer name: Lisa L., Connecticut, USA
Owners reply
Dear Lisa,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! We're so glad everyone had a great time. Hopefully you can visit again soon and stay longer on your next trip!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Thanksgiving 2019
Great location for all Disney and Universal parks. Great attention by owners. Had pool heating issues that owners had immediately taken care of. Great place for our family of 9. Everything was great.
Date of stay: November 2019
Reviewer name: Roger B., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Roger and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We really appreciate it. We’re so happy everyone had a great time. We also appreciate your patience with the hot-tub heater. We’re thankful we were able to get the repair man on-site the very next day to get it back up to 104 degrees. Windsor Hills is a great place to spend Thanksgiving with extended family, and we hope you’ll be able to visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Magical stay in Kissimmee
Our family of 10 (5 adults, 5 children) had an absolutely perfect stay at this beautiful home that was so close to all the Disney parks. It was maybe a 10 minute drive which was especially great after a long day at the park.
The home itself was comfortable and beautifully appointed for our large family. The entire family enjoyed the pool/hot tub and the game room each day of our stay.
The kitchen had a good assortment of dish ware, pots and pans and utensils to cook with as well as plastic items to be able to enjoy a cold drink by the pool :).
The owners of the property were so accommodating, and respond very quickly to all questions and requests. Would absolutely rent from them again!
Thank you Bill and Donna for having us at your beautiful home for the week. We will be back!
Date of stay: November 2019
Reviewer name: Kari S., New Jersey, USA
Owners reply
Dear Kari and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! It’s great when large families can enjoy our home, because everyone has their own space. We’re glad everyone enjoyed the pool/hot-tub and the arcade/game room. We love playing Pacman and Donkey Kong with our children during our visits. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
A great stay in Windsor Hills
Enjoyed our 10 day stay in Windsor hills and at Bills home.
I’ve rented many properties over the years and have to admit dealing with Bill was my best experience of all of them.
Great communication well in advance.... working with me and giving options when flight changes happened... checking in and looking after us during our stay was all fantastic.
The home itself was as advertised and made our park visits quick and downtime relaxing and enjoyable....
This is the fourth home we’ve rented in Windsor hills and will be the first one we will rent again based on our experiences with both the Property and Bill
Trust me if this is available for your dates just do yourself a favour and BOOK IT
Dave and Family ( Colorado and Canada)
Date of stay: October 2019
Reviewer name: Dave B, Colorado, USA
Owners reply
Dear Dave and Family,
Thank you for your kind words! Your review is very special to us because we know you’ve stayed in a lot of Windsor Hills homes, so your opinion and experience is very helpful for future travelers. We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
5 Star All the Way!
What an awesome vacation! Seven of us stayed 9 nights/10 days very comfortably in this immaculate and beautifully furnished home!
We were conveniently located 5-7 miles from all of the Disney parks (10-15 minute drive) and about 20 minutes from Universal. Our drives were easy and we even came home a few days to cool off in the pool and grab lunch.
Our "home" was close to shopping, golf, mini-golf and restaurants galore. We ordered take out a few nights and dined in another. The complex was nice and a few days we just hung out at our pool, had a cook-out with the on-site grill, walked around the complex, enjoyed listening to a live duo playing/singing at the main pool and grabbed an ice-cream in the little shop on property.
Our boys loved the game room and so did we for the pool table and old-school arcade style video game(s)!
Lastly, we can't say enough about the ease of communication with Bill (and Donna). They were extremely responsive to all of our questions!
We highly recommend this home for convenience/location, cleanliness, environment and the owners!
Date of stay: August 2019
Reviewer name: Kurt & Sunni I., Rochester, NY
Owners reply
Dear Kurt and Sunni,
Thank you for your kind words and your Five Star review. We really appreciate it! We're so happy everyone had a great time. Thank you for mentioning the live entertainment at the clubhouse pool/water park. We are one of the closest homes in the whole resort to those community amenities, and it's great when our guests can enjoy all that Windsor Hills offers. We're happy that the family enjoyed our pool table and "old school" arcade game. Our family loves to have PacMan and Frogger tournaments when we visit! Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Disney Family Rental
Disney trips can be stressful - a vacation that takes masterful planning!
We debated staying off property versus on property. I am so glad we decided on this home! The location and owners made all the difference. The beautiful home is just minutes to the parks, and has all of the amenities you want in a property all to yourself.
Bill and Donna have thought of everything - from nearby restaurant/activity recommendations to a fully equipped home for the entire family. There is even a resort-style water park you can walk to right down the street. If you are going to Disney this is the place to stay!
Don't waste anymore time planning your accommodations - book this house and save the planning for your theme park strategy!
Date of stay: June 2019
Reviewer name: Natalie W., Akron, Ohio
Owners reply
Dear Natalie,
Thank you for such a detailed review! That is so helpful for future travelers. We’re so happy everyone had a great time!
We’re thankful you decided to take a chance and stay off-site from Disney. We’re the closest resort to Disney that is not an official Disney hotel, but sometimes it is a “leap of faith” with vacation homes because you never know what you are going to get.
It's great that you got a chance to visit the brand new Water Park at Windsor Hills. That’s been a huge hit with families. We love our location, because we’re only about a 2-3 minute walk away from the Water Park, versus some other homes in the resort that are a good 15 minute walk away (almost easier driving).
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Owners couldn't have been more helpful
From the first time of placing the booking no query was too much trouble for Bill and Donna.
Even during our fortnights stay they emailed several times with suggestions for entertainment choices if we needed a break from the theme park mayhem and heat with four under fives.
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Gillian M., Surrey, UK
Owners reply
Dear Gillian,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We’re so glad everyone had a great time. We were happy to help you through the planning stages for your extended stay, and we hope you’ll be able to visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Spacious house - well equipped & great location
The house was really well prepared for our arrival and the on site shop can provide starter basics - Walmart within a few minutes Drive for larger grocery shop.
The location is very close to the Disney Parks and Bill & Donna's route into Disney saves time and queues at the initial car parking stage. Their tips and local knowledge helped throughout the fortnight.
In addition to standard household equipment the double stroller provided was hugely helpful for tired children and the games room is a handy breakout area for bigger 'kids' once small people are in bed.
There are many buffet style family restaurants within about 5 mins drive and also nice couples restaurants too. Everyone took a turn at babysitting during our holiday to allow for 'date nights' too !
Would recommend the house particularly as every room has its own bathroom facilities.
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Phil M., Surrey, UK
Owners reply
Dear Phil,
Thank you for your Five Star review. We really appreciate it!
We're so happy everyone had a great time. We're glad the "bigger kids" enjoyed the game room!
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
DISNEY FAMILY VACATION
Our family of 10 with 6 adults & 4 kids ages 4-7 stayed here for 5 nights recently. The home is absolutely beautiful and had plenty of space for us. It was nice to have room to spread out if we needed but in the living area we could all be together too.
The kitchen is fully stocked with most things you need. We spent a lot of our time by the pool when not at the parks. The location made for an easy commute to Disney & Universal. We spent time one day at the water park by the clubhouse- very nice!
Bill & Donna were helpful in giving lots of ideas of things to do in the area. Just wished we would have had more time to do them all.
Thanks for sharing your home!!
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Julie E., Iowa, USA
Owners reply
Dear Julie,
Thank you for your Five Star review! Your family was wonderful to work with. It's great that you got to enjoy the new waterpark at the clubhouse. That's been a great addition to Windsor Hills.
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent vacation
Bill and Donna were wonderful hosts. They handled a few minor issues immediately and were a pleasure to deal with. This is a beautiful home with every amenity imaginable and the beautiful clubhouse was a big plus. We couldn't have asked for more.
We would love to stay here again on our next Disney vacation with our whole family.
Date of stay: April 2019
Reviewer name: Cathy L., New York, USA
Owners reply
Dear Cathy & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review. That's very kind of you. We're so happy everyone had a great time. It's great that your family got to enjoy the clubhouse. We are one of the closest homes to the clubhouse - just a 2 minute walk away. If any of the adults want to enjoy some beer or wine in the evening it's very helpful to not have to drive there. Believe it or not, there are some homes in the far-end of the resort where guests actually call an Uber ride to take them to the clubhouse! I would much rather take the 2 minute stroll. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
5 Minutes from Disney
Great house, everything that you need to feel like home.
Clean, spacious, great kid room (and adults too). Walking distance to the sites pool. I would stay here again.
Date of stay: April 2019
Reviewer name: Peter M., New York, USA
Owners reply
Dear Peter and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review. We really appreciate it. It's great that the children (and adults too!!) got to enjoy the game room. Our family loves playing Donkey Kong and PacMan whenever we visit. Thank you for pointing out the cleanliness of our home. Our cleaners do a great job and it's wonderful when their efforts are recognized. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Awesome home! Owners were so responsive!
Awesome! Clean and comfortable!
Date of stay: April 2019
Reviewer name: AJ H., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear A.J.,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Wonderful
Everything as described. Excellent customer service. Awesome location!
Date of stay: March 2019
Reviewer name: Bridget L., Missouri, USA
Owners reply
Dear Bridget,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your Five Star review. We really appreciate it! We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Outstanding Vacation Home
This was our fifth different house in the Windsor Hills Community that my wife, son, and I have rented for our annual spring break trip to Disney/Orlando. The first four were pretty good, but Bill and Donna's house blew all of the other ones away!
It's a primo location within the community. It's meticulously well kept, clean, and a joy to live in. All of the amenities and information for this site are spot on. There were no surprises.
Bill and Donna provided a wealth of information regarding not only the rental, but excellent tips and tricks for every aspect of our stay.
Their communication, attention to detail, and clarity of instructions were superb. Sincerely, this experience has spoiled us greatly. We will book with them every chance we get.
Thank you for a most spectacular stay!
Date of stay: March 2019
Reviewer name: Tom T., Ohio, USA
Owners reply
Thanks Tom! Your review made our day! We can't wait to welcome you back to Florida again!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Beautiful home with south facing pool!!
My daughter and I stayed at the house for 4 nights. Home nicely decorated, comfortable beds & clean.
Owners very responsive before and during stay checking in to see how our stay was going and offering suggestions for food and mini golf! The coffee maker was quickly replaced the first morning when I called. Didn’t have to miss my morning coffee, as they supplied 2 k-cups for their Keurig!
We enjoyed the outside pool and spa & played a few games of pool at night!
We liked that the house is within a gated community!
Date of stay: February 2019
Reviewer name: Susan F., New Hampshire, USA
Owners reply
Dear Sue,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We really appreciate it!
We're glad you found our beds to be comfortable and our home clean. Two of the most important things for travelers.
We're so happy you and your daughter had a great time. Many times couples or smaller families think that they should stay in a hotel because "it's just the two of them", but we welcome many mother/daughters, and retired couples, because they want the feel of a "home" when they are on vacation, and they enjoy the full-size kitchen and living areas - not to mention the private pool!
It's great that you got to play a few games of pool in our game room. Hopefully the Pac-Man machine got a workout as well!
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great home and great hosts
This was a very nice and comfortable home. It is super close to magic kingdom, and has a great pool.
Bill was fantastic and immediately got back to me with any questions I had both before and during the trip. The Windsor hills grounds also has a ton of amenities.
I highly recommend this place!
Date of stay: February 2019
Reviewer name: Constance F., Chicago, USA
Owners reply
Dear Constance,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We're so happy everyone had a great time. It's great that you got to utilize some of the Windsor Hills amenities. The brand new water park at Windsor Hills just opened, and that's been a huge hit with families. For guests in our home, there are no additional fees to utilize the water park, tennis or basketball courts, fitness center or any of the other amenities.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great Owners! Great Location! Great Property!
My family had a wonderful experience renting from Bill and Donna. We found the home to be extremely clean and comfortable and the pictures are accurately portrayed on the site.
The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to prepare meals. They even provided starter items like dish soap and garbage bags.
The home is extremely close to Walmart and restaurants and only about ten minutes from Disney.
In the months prior to our stay, Bill promptly answered any questions I had. During our stay we were provided with a property manager's phone number in case we needed anything immediately. I especially appreciated the clear and concise rules and regulations that were provided.
They truly thought of everything that could possibly come up and thwarted the need to call them to ask questions. I only wish they had a home in Ocean City, Maryland where we frequently vacation. I would rent from them in a second.
Date of stay: January 2019
Reviewer name: Nancy M., Pennsylvania, USA
Owners reply
Dear Nancy and Family,
Your family was wonderful to work with. Thank you for taking the time to leave your Five Star review.
We're so happy you described our home as "extremely clean". Our cleaners do a great job and it's very kind when their efforts are rewarded with positive feedback.
We're glad your family had such a great time, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Clean. Well decorated with awesome extras
Owner very quick and responsive both before and during stay. Our house had a great assortment of entertainment for all ages (pool. Pool table. Video games. Tv) and we so very much appreciated the strollers they had available!!!
Date of stay: January 2019
Reviewer name: Carissa H., Indiana, USA
Owners reply
Dear Carissa and Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We really appreciate it! It's great that you got good use out of our strollers. We have both a compact stroller, as well as a larger double stroller. It makes life so much easier so families don't have to pack and travel with a stroller from home. We also have a pack-n-play portable crib, as well as a high chair for our younger guests.
Thank you for mentioning the pool table and video games. Our family enjoys spending most of our time at our private pool, or taking the short walk to the new water park, but there are those days where our children just want to hang out with their siblings in the game room.
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns
Fantastic house, great location!
Would recommend this home we had a great two week stay! The house is spacious, clean, very good amenities and the kids loved the pool, hot tub and pool table! Windsor Hills is in a great location easy 5-10 min drive to all Disney parks and 25 mins to Universal. Bill and Diane provided lots of tips on things to do such as the Celebration Bike Ride which was a nice change from doing the parks and feels like you are seeing a bit of Florida we would not have this found ourselves!
Date of stay: October 2018
Reviewer name: Tace H., Essex, UK
Owners reply
Dear Tace and Family,
Thank you for your kind words and five star review! We love it when guests can stay for two or three weeks at a time. It's great that you were able to enjoy the Celebration Bike Tour. It's one of our favorite activities.
Thank you for being such wonderful guests, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Fabulous Home With Wonderful Hosts - Five Star All
Our family had vacationed in the Disney area for many years but now we had a new generation to introduce to it. We were researching a lot of different options when we discovered Bill and Donna’s home. We have nine adults and two children in our family. The house looked absolutely perfect for our trip. The Burns were very helpful with an abundance of information about the surrounding area from places to eat to attractions. The Windsor Hills is a beautiful resort with a fantastic pool and water park for the kids. There is also a very nice cafe at the pool and good playgrounds in the resort. But the best part was that the Burns’ house was located close (walking distance) to all the above amenities. The house was beautifully decorated and the beds were very comfortable. The game room was a great addition for end of day entertainment. The pool was set at a perfect temperature, clean and well maintained. The few small issues we encountered were all handled very promptly by Bill and his property management team. Our family went home with wonderful memories of our vacation thanks to the Burns and their lovely home. We would definitely return to one of their homes the next time we come and will refer them to friends and family members as well. Definitely a Five Star property and host.
Date of stay: October 2018
Reviewer name: Gary M., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Gary and Shirley,
Thank you so much for your kind words about our home, and your Five Star review. We really appreciate it!
Thank you for mentioning how close our home is to the brand new Water Park and other amenities. All of our guests have access to the new Water Park for no additional costs, and it's great that our guests can take a quick 2 minute walk to access those amenities. There are some homes in Windsor Hills that are a decent ways away, requiring a car ride to get to the amenities, and no one wants to ride back in wet bathing suits!
We're also happy that you found our beds to be very comfortable. We upgraded all of our mattresses just a couple of years ago when we completely remodeled our home. It's great when guests notice the difference when compared to other homes!
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we look forward to welcoming you and the children and grandchildren again soon.
Bill and Donna Burns and Family
Perfect Orlando Rental
The house was pristine. Pool area was great and the inside of the house is all brand new. Everything you could want to visit or eat is within 1-2 miles. The subdivision is perfect and the waterpark in it is great for the kids. The owners were unbelievably accommodating. A fuse went out in the hot tub and the maintenance staff was there within 10 minutes.
We couldn't recommend this house any higher. Stop looking at other houses, rent this house. Best rental ever!
Date of stay: October 2018
Reviewer name: Anthony G., Illinois. USA
Owners reply
Dear Tony,
Thank you for your kind words and your Five Star review. We really appreciate it! We so glad everyone had a great time, and it's wonderful that the children got to experience the brand new waterpark. It's amazing! Thank you for mentioning how quickly our local caretakers responded with the hot tub light. They live just about 2 miles away, so their response time is usually pretty quick. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect accommodation for our big group!
We were very happy with the accommodations at the Burns' home. The space worked perfectly for our party of six adults and three kids. I felt that we were very well prepared and informed by the owners before we arrived on what to expect. Even though we didn't have time to check out the community amenities, we were a very short walking distance from them. The game room was a plus for the kids, they loved playing the arcade machine and the pool table was enjoyed by the adults. The washers and dryers definitely came in handy as well. I would have to say the pool was the best. Every day after our visit to the parks, we would all relax in the pool and hot tub. I would also like to add that the pool temperature was PERFECT! We had a bit of an issue with the thermostat upstairs, but Bill Burns was on it!!! He was so attentive to the issue and had someone out to the home to fix it in no time. Thank you Donna and Bill for your hospitality. It made our vacation so much more enjoyable to stay at your home. The next time we visit with a large group, we'll be looking you up for sure!
Date of stay: June 2018
Reviewer name: Alisia G, Florida, USA
Owners reply
Dear Alisia, Thank you for your kind words and your Five Star review. We really appreciate it!
We are so happy you found our pool temperature to be PERFECT! I liked that comment so much I wanted to use the same CAPS that you used! Many families assume that they won't need the pool and spa heating package in the summer months, but that's not necessarily the case. Even though our south-facing pool gets the most sun all day, the pool heater really makes it warm and comfortable night or day for our guests. We really enjoy relaxing in the spa in the evening once the sun goes down, and our heater can get it up to 104 degrees.
Thank you for referencing our customer service related to the thermostat issue. A previous guest had accidentally bent the housing thermostat knob, so it wouldn't turn properly. After having a repairman out who couldn't get it fixed, we got the temperature set to a comfortable level manually, and then we had a new thermostat shipped and installed right away.
It's great that the children enjoyed the arcade game in the game room. It's hard to get some kids away from the XBox - so we're always happy to hear when families spend some time with Frogger, Galaga, or Donkey Kong.
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can vist again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Clean, well furnished and great layout
We so enjoyed this property.... we have stayed in Windsor Hills at least a dozen times and this was definitely a top notch property!
Date of stay: June 2018
Reviewer name: Michelle M., Tallahassee, Florida
Owners reply
Dear Michelle, Thank you so much for your Five Star review! We love getting reviews from families who have stayed in Windsor Hills before, since your experience with the resort can really assist other travelers when they are looking for the perfect vacation home. Thank you for your kind words and describing our home as a "top notch" property. We really appreciate it! We hope you and your family can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
First Class
Stayed in June for 9 nights and were in need of a rest after 5 nights at Universal Resort. Well we certainly weren’t disappointed. We’ve stayed in lots of different villas in Florida over the last 20+ years and this one was definitely worth waiting for. More than a home from home with top quality furniture & fittings.The location was also brilliant.
The pool & spa heat was the best that we’ve ever had & it was a joy to have an early morning swim without shivering.
There were only 2 of this time but the rest of the family are trying to organise a vacation for next year so we will keep this villa & the other one that Bill & Donna own nearby in mind when we all agree on dates.
Communication with Bill & Donna was exceptional with lots of useful tips on enjoying our time there.
Thanks for everything.
Date of stay: May 2018
Reviewer name: The Curran’s retirement trip, Manchester UK
Owners reply
Dear Susanna,
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We really appreciate it.
We’re so happy you had such a wonderful time in our villa.
Thank you for mentioning how warm our pool heater was. We purchased a new heater for our home a couple of years ago and it is much larger than the heaters at most of the other homes in Windsor Hills. Most of the other homes are still using the heaters that were installed when the homes were first built – ours is brand new.
We’re also glad that you felt our villa had top quality furniture and fittings. We worked hard with our designer to really make our villa stand out, we’re very appreciative that our efforts were noticed.
Thanks for being such a wonderful couple to work with, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Kind regards,
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
The perfect rental
I wouldn't change a thing. If you are looking for a wonderful house close to the parks - look no further. We were at the Disney parks within 15 minutes of leaving the house. A nice, new Walmart was just down the street (recommendation - place a pick up order so you don't even need to go into the busy store!) The beds are cozy and kitchen well appointed. But the pool and hot tub were our favorite. A great way to unwind after being in the parks all day. The perfect family rental.
Date of stay: March 2018
Reviewer name: Heather S., Ohio, USA
Owners reply
Dear Heather & Family,
Thank you for your Five Star review! We are especially happy that you loved our beds/mattresses. We added all new mattresses to our home as part of our remodeling project. It's great to hear that they are appreciated!
Thank you for mentioning that the pool and hot tub were your favorite features of our home. It is great not having any rear-neighbors overlooking our pool area, and the south-facing pool area will get the most sun all day. We hope you and your lovely family can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great owners! Clean, nice home, near everything!
Bill and Donna were great from the booking, recommendations, to the flowers delivered to us pool side! If you are looking for a home with a pool, that will accommodate your family (or 2), and is close to the Orlando/Kissimmee attractions, do not hesitate to book with them!
Date of stay: March 2018
Reviewer name: Cara W., Indiana, USA
Owners reply
Dear Cara & Family,
Thank you for your kid words about our home. We really appreciate it! It was lovely getting a chance to meet you and your family when our time in Florida overlapped. We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent Spring Break Home
The Windsor Hills home was excellent for our 7 spring breakers aged 2 to 90. The pool was clean, warm and private. Very convenient location close to the playground and the clubhouse / waterpark, and shopping was a short bicycle ride away. Very convenient to I-4 and the theme parks too. The house was very comfortable and nicely decorated. Gated community and the security team was very courteous and helpful. My wife said we would keep track of the property and come back again sometime.
Date of stay: March 2018
Reviewer name: Stephen P., Georgia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Stephen,
Thank you for your Five Star review. We really appreciate it! We love it when multiple generations can share our home. Guests ranging in age from 2 to 90 is quite a family! We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great Disney Trip
The Burns were great hosts. Along with our adult children and 4 grandchildren we had a fabulous stay. The house and south facing pool were great. The kids loved the theme/based bedrooms and the walk-in pool at the club house. The playground near the house was a big hit with the little ones too. We were up early and 15 mins to Disney--close stores for groceries--great location and welcomed rest after busy day in the park! This was our first experience with VRBO and hopefully not the last! Will keep on our list, Thanks Mary R.
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: Mary R., Maryland, USA
Owners reply
Dear Mary and Jim, Thank you for taking the time to leave your Five Star review. That was very kind of you. We're so happy everyone had a great time. It was great getting a chance to meet you and your family during your stay. Thank you for mentioning how close we are to the playground for the younger children. It's great being able to walk right across the street to the playground, and/or push a stroller, without having to get in a car. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope we can welcome you back soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great property/ location
The property is upgraded and very clean. Great location. Our family had a wonderful time.
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: Richard K., Illinois, USA
Owners reply
Dear Richard, Thank you for your Five Star review! We're glad everyone had a great time! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Fantastic home! Updated, clean, perfect location!
Fantastic home! Updated, clean, and in the perfect location!
I brought my family to this home for a Disney-filled vacation and let me tell you, we were not let down! The home was beautiful, well maintained, and full of amenities for everyone. Every person in my family sincerely enjoyed this home and we would absolutely stay here again. It’s minutes away from all the Disney parks and the drive is easy! (Pro-tip, get to the parks before 9am so you’re not stuck in any traffic!) Also, nearby were a couple of our favorites: Walmart (2 min drive — for stocking up on drinks, snacks, and other essentials), Chick-fil-a (5 min drive — for when cooking isn’t preferntial!), and of course many other restaurants, gift shops, Starbucks, and more. Bill is an amazing host — very informative and helpful every step of the way, from booking, to pre-arrival, and even a couple friendly emails while we were there making sure everything was going well. I highly recommend Bill and his property for anyone looking to book the perfect family vacation to Orlando or Disney!
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: Jonathan B., New York, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jonathan, Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review. We really appreciate it! We're so glad that every member of your family enjoyed our home. It's great when families of all ages can come to Florida and enjoy the Windsor Hills experience. We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Amazing Property!!!
I spent many days and hours looking for the perfect place to stay while we were in Florida and when I came across this house, I knew I had found the perfect one. I only have good things to say about this property. First, let’s talk about the location. It couldn’t be more perfect. Not only is it close to Disney but it is also in a gated, safe community. As far as the house goes, it is perfect also. It has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms which definitely comes in handy at the end of the day when you are tired and just want to shower and go to bed. And I have to mention the hot water heater on both floors. This is important because you don’t have to worry about running out of hot water when you are utilizing all 5 showers. It is also beautifully decorated and the beds are extremely comfortable. And I can’t forget about the pool. We were only able to go swimming 2 days but we sure loved it, almost as much as our kids! We would have loved to have been able to spend more time here and can’t wait to come back and stay again, hopefully in the near future. Thank you for sharing your home with us Bill and Donna!!!
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: Angie D., Kansas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Angie and Family, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your lovely and detailed 5 star review. We really appreciate it! Your family was awesome to work with, and we hope you'll be able to visit again soon! Thank you for mentioning the hot water. We invested in two separate hot water heaters - one for each level of the home - so the dual tanks really help when everyone is getting ready in the morning to head out to the parks. We're also thankful that you took the time to mention how comfortable our mattresses are. When we remodeled our home the other year we invested in brand new mattresses for all of our bedrooms, so it's great when guests notice! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thanks again! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent!
We had a great stay in this beautiful home! The house was very clean and beautifully designed. The beds were comfortable and there is a lot of space for many people to sleep. Thanks for a great stay!
Date of stay: January 2018
Reviewer name: Joshua S., Florida, USA
Owners reply
Dear Joshua and Rochel, Thank you for leaving your 5 star review! We're so happy that everyone had a great time. Thank you for mentioning how comfortable our beds were. When we refurbished our home last year we made sure to purchase brand-new mattresses for all of the bedrooms. They are top-of-the-line Seally mattresses and we get a lot of compliments on them. They make a huge difference after a long day at the parks. We hope you'll be able to visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bill & Donna’s
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bill & Donna’s beautiful villa! We hope to return next year .
The spacious, beautiful villa was a great fit for our family! We enjoyed the game room & relaxing by the pool.
Bill and Donna’s warm hospitality was greatly appreciated! Bill recommended golf courses nearby that our elderly father enjoyed playing. Any questions about the villa or requests for recommendations are promptly & courteously answered. Thanks for opening your lovely home to us!
Date of stay: January 2018
Reviewer name: Debbie K., Iowa, USA
Owners reply
Dear Debbie, Thank you for your 5 star review! We're so happy that our golf recommendations were useful for your 92 year old father. It's wonderful that he is still an avid golfer! We're glad your entire family got to utilize the game room and the pool. It was pretty cold in Florida earlier in January, but it's great that everything warmed up in time for your stay. We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Relaxing in the cold... away from the cold
Our stay was fantastic. We were escaping the cold from Iceland but we got some cold in Florida. We couldn't enjoy the pool but we could enjoy the spacious house which was very good when the weather isn't nice.
Recommend William and wife - they have been more than helpful and we had no problems what so ever and the whole family enjoyed their stay.
Date of stay: December 2017
Reviewer name: Pall O., Iceland
Owners reply
Dear Pall and Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review. That was very kind of you and we really appreciate it. Thankfully we were able to keep our pool at approximately 82 degrees during your particular week (although we prefer 86 degrees) - but that doesn't help when it's only 40 degrees outside! haha! January was one of the coldest months on record for this particular year. By the end of the month, temperatures got back into the 70's most days. We're glad you were able to escape the even colder weather in Iceland! Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with, and we hope you'll be able to visit again! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent choice !! Great service and attention !!
Bill and Donna excelled as hosts . Great house !!
Date of stay: December 2017
Reviewer name: Mario A., El Salvador
Owners reply
Dear Mario, Thank you for your 5 star review! We are so happy that your family selected our home and that everyone had a great time. We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent property and location for Disney
Terrific property, location, and support from both the owner and property management. We had an excellent time and would love to return again.
Thank you!
Date of stay: December 2017
Reviewer name: James T., South Dakota, USA
Owners reply
Dear James, Thank you for your Five Star review! We're glad everyone had a great time! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
So perfect, plenty of room to spread out!
So perfect, very inviting and plenty of room to spread out!
Bill and Donna are wonderul to work with, dont look anywhere else!!
Its the perfect Orlando/Disney/Universal getaway!!
Dean M
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: Dean M, Missouri, USA
Owners reply
Dear Dean and Family, Thank you for your 5 star review! Your family was wonderful to work with. We're so happy everyone had a great time! We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Disney home away from home
Congratulations folks. There is no need to look any further. You have just found your Orlando vacation home. This is a beautiful home and is securely located in a gated community resort and sits just off Hwy 192 that has plenty of shopping and dining opportunities. Also, this home is ideally located just a few minutes’ drive to all of the Disney Parks.
Our vacation consisted of Grandma, Grandpa, our daughter and our 3 year old granddaughter so we only used the ground floor bedrooms but there were two more upstairs. Our granddaughter really like the Minion bedroom and my wife gave the mattress in the master bedroom high marks, very comfortable.
The owners are great to work with and it is apparent that they took some time to consider the needs of their guest. We packed several items that we found waiting for us when we arrived at the house. There are also little framed notes all around that provide instruction on getting the best from the house. The remodel impressed us as the appliances and furniture appeared to be really good quality and the whole house was nicely decorated.
Our stay was the week after Thanksgiving so temperatures were a bit cooler than one might find in July. Still that did not prevent us from getting good use of the pool. Of course it is cool when one first enters the pool but after a period of acclamation, it was fine. A thermal blanket sits on top the pool to help hold in the heat. The blanket is easily cranked up when you are ready to get in and only takes a minute to deploy when it is time to go back in the house. If you want to get really toasty, turn on the hottub timer, allow a little time for the water to heat and AAAAAHHHHHH!!!! VERY NICE!!!
A castle playground is just a block down the street. It has swings, slides, tubes, climbing, etc. that our granddaughter absolutely loved.
We got good use from the double washer/dryer setup in the playroom. The beach towels we unnecessarily packed were always clean and dry for our next day in the pool. We kept our favorite clothes clean and ready to wear for our next trip to the parks. There are TVs everywhere and when your granddaughter takes over the living room TV with cartoons, walk a few steps into the playroom and another TV is waiting for you to watch your shows.
This is a great home and I am confident you too will not be disappointed.
Enjoy!!
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: David W., Tennessee, USA
Owners reply
Dear David and Linda,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely and thorough review! We really appreciate it!
We are especially thankful that you took the time to reference how comfortable our mattresses were. When we remodeled our home earlier this year, we purchased brand new mattresses for every single bed - and they are all very nice. There are many homes in Windsor Hills that are still using mattresses from 10 years ago when their homes were first furnished. That's not a pleasant experience for anyone.
Thank you for referencing how easy our solar-cover is to operate. That's makes a huge difference in the cooler months. We invested in a very large pool heater earlier this year, so even in November and December we are able to keep our pool temperature in the mid 80's. That might still feel cool when the outside air temperature is in the 50's or 60's, but it's great to be able to use the pool in the winter - and of course the Spa is marvelous - the spa/hot-tub can hit 100 degrees - even in the winter!
Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with, and we hope you can all visit again very soon!!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Lovely view from the pool, very clean!
This property was lovely. The home was spacious, had an amazing game room, tv's in every bedroom, two washers/dryers to keep up on laundry, and a heated pool. It was so nice to come home in the evening after a long day of activities and swim and relax in the hot tub. We had three generations with us and everyone had space to spread out. The development was gated, and very secure, the grounds were manicured and lovely, the neighboring homes were quiet and the community pool was really nice, even had a small store. I would highly recommend this property. The owners were very easy to work with, responded quickly and we definitely plan to visit again. This home made a long planned vacation delightful.
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: Debra B., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Debra and Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review. That was very kind of you and we really appreciate it! We're so happy that everyone enjoyed the pool and hot-tub, even in November and December! We invested in an over-sized pool-heater when we did the remodeling of our home, which keeps our pool very warm. Most homes in Windsor Hills are still using the original builder's grade pool heaters which were installed 10 years ago, and they can't keep up with the heating needs in the fall and winter months. Thank you for mentioning that all three generations had space to spread out in our home. We really like our layout, as all of the bedrooms are in their own "corner" of the home. The game room also helps, because the younger family members can spend time in the game room while the adults relax in the main living room. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Beautiful Home Away from Home!
We just returned home from a week-long stay at Bill and Donna's beautiful home. We had 11 guests in the home ranging in age from 19 months to 74 years old and we all enjoyed the stay. The home is very spacious with all of the rooms spread out which is so nice when traveling with a large group. The kids loved the game room, pool and the themed bedrooms. The furniture is very comfortable and the location to Disney is ideal. Bill was extremely responsive to any questions we had and provided us with so many helpful tips and information prior to our departure. He also checked in with us during our stay. We had such a wonderful experience with this home and will definitely be returning for future vacations!
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: Leah H., Illinois, USA
Owners reply
Dear Leah & Family, Thank you for your 5 star review! We really appreciate it! Thank you for mentioning how spread-out our home is. Each bedroom is in its own corner of the home, with three bedrooms on the first floor and two on the second floor. We considered purchasing a 6 bedroom home in Windsor Hills, but 5 of the 6 bedrooms are all on the second floor, and all right next to each other, which really cuts down on the privacy. I really like the layout of our home much better. It's also nice that each of our bedrooms has it's own private bathroom. It makes life much easier with large families are traveling together. It's great that the children enjoyed the Minions and Star Wars rooms! We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Spacious & Very Nice
Great home! Kids loved the nice sized heated pool. Loved that floaties, beach balls, water basketball hoop and plenty of beach towels were provided. Beautiful view past the pool. Loved that the house was a walking distance to the community game room/ theatre/pool/gym & convenient store.
Thankful that both, double stroller and a simple light weight stroller were provided. Kids also enjoyed the game room. Owner was beyond helpful. It was a very pleasant stay.
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: Alma P., Texas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Alma & Family, Thank you for your 5 star review! We are so happy that everyone had a great time. Thank you for mentioning how close our home is to the community pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and movie theater. We provide access to those amenities for all of our guests for no additional charge. We are one of the closest homes in the entire resort to the clubhouse and other amenities - just about a 2-3 minute walk. Some homes in Windsor Hills are pretty far away, requiring a car ride to get to the community pool (and then a car ride back with wet bathing suits!!). We just love our location. Thanks again for selecting our home, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Beautiful house!!
We loved everything about our stay here. The house was impeccable! It really made a difference not having neighbors behind us and made our time in the pool that much better. Easy commute to all the parks and an overall great place to come home to and relax at the end of a long day. We will definitely be back!
Date of stay: November 2017
Reviewer name: Ellen D., Illinois, USA
Owners reply
Dear Ellen & Family. Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We really appreciate it! Thank you for mentioning the difference it makes not having any rear neighbors. Sometimes it is hard for travelers considering out homes to truly understand how close together some of the homes in Windsor Hills are, until they experience the peaceful setting of our home. It's great to be able to relax in the pool, and not worry about another family looking back at you from 10 feet away! Thanks for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Beautiful!
The home was great we really enjoyed it. Loved the heated pool and the game room. On our first day at Disney the kids wanted to go back to the house to play!
Date of stay: October 2017
Reviewer name: Cheryl M., Arkansas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Cheryl & Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review. That's so kind of you. We're very happy everyone had a great time and that the kids loved the pool and the game room. We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great Family Vacation
We stayed here while visiting Disney and Universal Parks. So close to everything, great location!
We had 7 people in our group, plenty of room for everyone. We loved swimming in the pool and sitting in the spa at the end of a long, active day. Owners were very easy to work with and attentive with every question we had. Game room was awesome. Beds were comfortable. House was very nice and clean. Gated community was nice as well.
Date of stay: September 2017
Reviewer name: Andrew P., Ohio, USA
Owners reply
Dear Andy & Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review. We really appreciate it! We're so glad you felt you had plenty of room for everyone. That's one of the best features of staying in a vacation home - families aren't cramped together like in a hotel room! We appreciate you mentioning how comfortable our beds are. All of our mattresses were brand new during our $100,000 remodeling project last year. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Loved the house!
We had a great time at this house. Top notch property with very responsive owners. Great tips and information about the area and any question that might've come up had an answer already in the welcome packet. Thanks so much for a great location for our trip!!
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Kelly K., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Kelly & Team, It's great that you and your son's baseball team selected our home. We are so close to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (just a few minutes down the road), and we love welcoming young athletes to Windsor Hills. It's nice being able to come back to Windsor Hills and relax in between games. Sometimes families might end up staying on the other side of Orlando, perhaps an hour or so away, so they really can't leave the ESPN Center in between games. I love the fact that we are so close to the complex. Hopefully your team will be playing there again next year! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Sandy & Family
What can I say- Bill & Donna were so incredible to work with. The home is everything plus more than the photos show. When we arrived we felt like home. Each of the bedrooms has it's own full bath. The living room and kitchen are open and just beautiful. We had 8 of us in our family including our 2 granddaughters. The minion room was a really big hit with them. One of the best things is the home is so close to all the parks and just a little over an hour away from Cocoa Beach. We would spend the entire day at Disney and when we arrived home it was so nice to enjoy the pool after a long hot day, the girls loved it. Bill was very helpful with all of my questions prior to and after booking, seems like I asked a million questions and I always received a very nice response. Even after our arrival Bill gave us some very helpful tips, very pleasant to do business with. We did not use the game room a lot, but the double washer and dryers were used daily. I can' say enough good about this home. If you are even considering a vacation to Florida, look no further this is your vacation dream home. Thank you Bill & Donna.
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Sandy C., Indiana, USA
Owners reply
Dear Sandy, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We really appreciate it! We are so happy everyone had a great time, and we are especially happy that our "Minions" room was a big hit with your granddaughters! We're glad that our dual washers and dryers made the laundry duties much easier. After getting such great feedback from families about the two washers and dryers in our vacation home, we ended up installing the same setup in our primary residence. It really is a great feature! Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great location, Great home, Great hosts!
This is a perfect home away from home. So much to do and everything was so close. Bill and Donna had great suggestions for where to shop, restaurants, day trips, etc., a personal concierge!. The home was beautifully equipped and had everything we needed to make great meals, enjoy games and entertainment or relax on the patio by the pool. We have been to the area many times but this was our favorite trip! We will definitely be back.
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Nancy S., Pennsylvania, USA
Owners reply
Dear Nancy & Family, We are so happy you described our home as your "perfect home away from home". That's exactly our goal! We are glad you enjoyed our assistance during your stay. We try to act like a "concierge" for all of the families who stay in our home. There are so many different things families can do in the Orlando area that are different from the theme parks, so we love providing various tips to make your stay great. We were happy to be a part of making this your "favorite trip", and we hope you and your lovely family can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Amazing Vacation- Rental Property was Perfect!
I brought five other adults and two children with me on a Disney vacation for ten days. When we found this property on line it was an easy decision where we would be staying during the vacation. The house was clean, spacious, had all of the amenities that we needed and afforded all of us the privacy and space that we wanted. The children and even the adults loved the pool! We also walked down to the clubhouse pool a few times and it felt like we were in a Caribbean resort! The washers and dryers were a life saver and made packing so much easier. The proximity of the house to Disney was perfect and there were numerous restaurants and shopping right near the house. Bill was excellent to work with and we would definitely rent from him again in the future! We had an amazing experience in the house and would highly recommend staying there.
Date of stay: June 2017
Reviewer name: Jenna S., Massachusetts, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jenna & Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! It's a huge help for future travelers trying to decide between the multitude of vacation homes available. Thank you for referencing how clean and spacious our home is. We love the ability for our family to "spread out" after a long day at the parks. Some of us might be watching TV in the family room, others might be playing pool or perhaps an arcade game or X-box in the game room, and others might be relaxing in the pool. It's great when everyone has their own space! We are happy to hear that our dual washers and dual dryers were a big help for your family. It's great being able to pack lightly, and more importantly, it's great going home with a suitcase full of clean clothes - just like when you arrived. Your family was great to work with, and we really hope you can visit again soon! Best wishes for a wonderful summer! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Wonderful Vacation Property and Location
Our family of six truly enjoyed our stay at Bill and Donna's house. The rental process was very smooth and Bill was quick to respond to any questions we had. They also checked in with us during and after our stay. The house itself was in the perfect location. Driving to all the parks, especially Animal Kingdom, was quick and easy. It was also very convenient to various restaurants and grocery stores. We enjoyed the design of the home. The open living room and kitchen was a great place to relax and unwind. The boys loved the Minion and Star Wars themed bedrooms/bathrooms. My boys loved having a pool all to themselves to cool off in each day, and we enjoyed not having to search for a lounge chair. The game room was a fun way to pass the time during the afternoon summer thunderstorms. The house made it easy for us to have our own space when we needed it(we were traveling with two teens ;-) and spend time together as a family. Everyone had a good night's sleep in their own bed/room and it was easy to get ready each day since we each had our own bathroom. Another big convenience was the dual washer and dryer sets. It made it very easy to wash a few quick loads and allowed us to pack less for our trip and not come home with tons of dirty laundry. We had an amazing vacation and will definitely try and return to one of Bill and Donna's vacation home rentals for our next FL vacation.
Date of stay: June 2017
Reviewer name: Jenifer F., Pennsylvania, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jennifer & Family, Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. We really appreciate it. Thank you for referencing how everyone had "their own space". When we visit with our 5 children, it's great for everyone to be able to spread out and have some time to themselves, but still be able to come together as a family. With our family we might have a couple of kids in the pool, another one in the hot-tub, one playing x-box in the game room, and another one playing the arcade machine. It's very nice when everyone has their own space. We hope you can visit again soon! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Amazing. Perfect for Disney and other Attractions
Amazing. Perfect for Disney and other Orlando attractions.
We just returned from nearly two weeks at the home and our experience was fantastic. The house was in terrific condition with a wonderful layout. We had a party of 10, ages 8 to 65, and the house was set up perfect for us. It was great that every room had its own bathroom and there were two double washer and driers.
We had a couple of minor issues that were fixed very promptly. Bill was extremely responsive and it was clear throughout the process that our enjoyment of the stay was a top priority for him.
I highly recommend this beautiful home in the Windsor Hills community.
Date of stay: May 2017
Reviewer name: Dan A., California, USA
Owners reply
Dear Dan & Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. It was very kind of you, as reviews are extremely helpful for future travelers. We're so glad your experience was "fantastic". That's our goal! The dual washers and dual dryers are a great feature when large families (or multiple families) are traveling together. No one wants to have to stay up late to get their laundry done! Thanks for taking such good care of our home, and hopefully you can visit again soon! Best wishes for a wonderful summer! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
BEAUTIFUL HOME AND AWESOME HOSTS!
This is a beautiful home and the owner's are very gracious hosts! There were 8 of us that stayed at the home. Our ages ranged from 14 to 53 years young. Everyone had their own space and the home was so comfortable and convenient to all the parks, food and stores. We loved the fact that all the places we went to even the airport were very close to the house. The pool was a hit with the kids. We spent a lot of time at the parks and was very happy to come back after such long days to a comfortable home. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful throughout all the arrangements and the tips they provided were very helpful. We highly recommend this wonderful home and would like to extend a very big Mahalo to our hosts Bill and Donna!
Date of stay: May 2017
Reviewer name: Nadine C, Hawaii, USA
Owners reply
Aloha Nadine & Family! We are so happy that you selected our home for your visit to the mainland, and even happier that you had such a great time! Thank you for mentioning how everyone had their "own space" in our home. With the five bedrooms and bathrooms, plus the living room, game room, and pool area, even very large families can spread out and not feel on top of each other. We're glad you found our home to be such a short drive to all of the various parks and activities - even the airport. We really love our location. Thank you again for taking the time to leave your review, and we hope that you'll be able to stay with us again soon. Mahalo! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
GREAT HOUSE!!
This was the perfect house for our Disney family vacation. It was close to everything, great size for all nine of us, had all the amenities we could ever want, was comfy and very clean. All the beds were very comfortable. And the kids character rooms were a big hit. As were the game room and the pool. Our grandkids enjoyed the pool almost as much as Disney. And we all loved the big community pool. The owners Bill and Donna couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming. We can't thank them enough for sharing their wonderful home. We will definitely stay here again for our next family Disney adventure! (But first we have to recover from this one!)
Date of stay: May 2017
Reviewer name: Judy S., New Jersey, USA
Owners reply
Dear Judy & Family, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! Reviews are so helpful for future travelers. We really appreciate you mentioning how clean our home was. That is so important when you are traveling with children. We also appreciate you mentioning how comfortable our beds were. When we refurbished our home last year we purchased all new top-of-the-line pillow top mattresses, and they are a welcome relief after a long day at the parks! Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Have a great day! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Perfect Family Getaway!
This was the ideal location for our family's Disney/Universal "home base!" Game room is a hit with the kids, all enjoyed the hot tub and pool, clubhouse pool and amenities complete with private theatre experience! So close to Disney and everything you need is within 5 minutes' drive of the house. Trundle beds made sleeping arrangements for kids work out great! They loved the theming of the rooms and bathrooms too! This home is awesome!
Date of stay: April 2017
Reviewer name: Melanie S., Virginia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Melanie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it!
We're so happy that the children enjoyed the game room. It's nice when the kids can have their own private space in the home, giving the adults some time alone too!
It's great that the trundle beds were helpful. I think they are so much safer than traditional bunk beds. There are a lot of homes that offer bunk beds, but it can be pretty dangerous having a child wake up in a strange home in the middle of the night, when they are 6 feet off of the ground. Our trundle beds slide out easy from underneath the twin beds and make for a much safer experience for our younger guests.
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Incredible Home, Awesome Location!
As a renter you hope for the best as far as what a description says and what it actually is. I have to say this house was better than I could have imagined! Everything in the house was brand-new! This house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The beds were all very comfortable, and the bedroom carpets were very clean. Anyone that suffers with any kind of allergies, this is the place to stay! The air was so clean in this house!! There were plenty of towels provided and seating by the pool. The large patio dining table was great for us all to eat our meals at! I especially liked how quiet it was here!
We loved the brand-new dual washers & dual dryers. It was nice to come home with everything clean! Also, our kids loved the games room with the pool table and the large selection of Xbox games and movies.
The location of this house was amazing! The park is about a 1 min walk and the clubhouse pool/waterslide/fitness center is about a 2 min walk. You can see both the park and the clubhouse from the front yard. This house is perfect for a short commute to the Theme Parks, restaurants and shopping! It's also about 75 minutes to Cocoa Beach. As a bonus we enjoyed watching the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the driveway at night.
Bill and Donna provided very helpful hints and tips prior to and during the trip as well. They went above and beyond to be sure our stay was fantastic! They have everything so well organized in the home and were so helpful with every question or request that we had!
You can't go wrong in renting this property!!!
Date of stay: April 2017
Reviewer name: Lisa A., New York, USA
Owners reply
Dear Lisa & Family,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review! We really appreciate it!
We are so happy you found our home to be "spotlessly clean". Our carpeting was all brand new last year, and we have it professionally cleaned at least once per year. The custom tile work in the main living areas also helps keep everything "fresh".
Thank you for mentioning how comfortable our mattresses were. We purchased all new mattresses last year when we refurbished our home, and they are all top-of-the-line pillow-top mattresses. They are very comfortable!
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Great House for Family Reunion - Close to Disney
Windsor Hills is in a great location, close to all Disney parks with easy access to Universal, Seaworld and the Outlet malls. Home was very clean and accommodated all family members quite comfortably. The home owner was extremely helpful regarding a few issues we encountered during our stay and he went above and beyond insuring that we had a pleasant holiday. He suggested sites to see, restaurants to try and points of interest.
We definitely would consider staying at this home again.
Date of stay: March 2017
Reviewer name: Diane F., Manitoba, Canada
Owners reply
Dear Diane,
Thank you for taking time to leave your review and for your kind words about our home. We really appreciate it.
I'm glad you mentioned not only our proximity to Disney and Universal, but also to the Outlet malls. There are some wonderful shopping locations all within minutes of our home.
We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Definitely The Best Rental in Windsor Hills
We have stayed at Windsor Hills many times, and this has been by far the best experience of them all. This trip, there were 11 of us: my family (including my 3 children), my sister's family (including her 2 children) and our parents. There was plenty of room for us all, and we all felt like we had our own space in the house.
Everything in the house was brand-new! In the other homes we have stayed in, it is very obvious that they are well-used. This house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The beds were all very comfortable, and the bedroom carpets were very clean.
There were plenty of towels and seating by the pool. The large patio dining table was great for us all to eat our breakfast and lunch at daily!
We loved the brand-new dual washers & dual dryers. I found in some of the other homes we have stayed in, someone was always waiting their turn to do their laundry. It was nice to come home with everything clean! Also, our kids loved the games room and the large selection of Xbox games and movies.
I have always looked for homes that advertise "south-facing pool" to make sure that the pool is sunny and warm all day. This was definitely the best pool and yard we have had. If you look up the property on google, you can see that there are no rear or side neighbours. It was so nice being able to sit and play by the pool without looking at 4 other families. The new pool/spa heater heated the water up very quickly.
The location of this house was amazing! We walked to the park every morning (about a 1 min walk) and then to the clubhouse pool/waterslide in the afternoon (about a 2-3 min walk). You can see both the park and the clubhouse from the front yard.
We also enjoyed watching the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the driveway at night.
We have been to Disney many times, and only did one Disney day this trip. It was very easy to get there, and only took a few mins from Windsor Hills. We did Disney Springs almost every night for dinner. Tip: wherever you go for dinner - even if its delivery pizza - make plans EARLY!!! There are long waits for everything. Make reservations!
Bill was an amazing owner to deal with. He answered all of our questions right away. When I couldn't figure something out in the kitchen, Ethan and Kevin (the property managers) came right over to help. They even showed up with some ice cream for us the next day as a treat!!
All of Bill's tips and suggestions came in very helpful.
We can't wait to return!
Date of stay: March 2017
Reviewer name: Heater A., Ontario, Canada
Owners reply
Dear Heather,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We really appreciate it!
It is great when large families get to enjoy our home, and still feel that they have some "space to themselves". Thank you for referencing how clean our home was. Our cleaners do a great job.
We are so happy you enjoyed our dual washers and dryers - I think that is one of the best features of our home. This way no one is staying up late at night to finish laundry.
It sounds like you had a wonderful time in our pool - and we're glad our pool heater kept everything nice and warm for you.
We hope you and your family can visit us again soon! Have a great day!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family.
Beautiful Property!
This is such a beautifully decorated, spacious, immaculate home! We enjoyed coming back to it every nite after a full day! Everything from the pool/hot tub, games room, neighborhood, comfy beds(kiddies loved the Theme rooms) and great location...made this the ideal property! The owners have everything so well organized in the home and were so helpful with every question or request that we had!
The location is perfect for a short commute to the Theme Parks, restaurants and shopping!
We even spent a day lounging and relaxing at the neighbourhood pool and Clubhouse...was so nice!
Highly recommend!
Date of stay: January 2017
Reviewer name: Dave S., Saskatchewan, Canada
Owners reply
Dear Dave and Jen & Family,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it!
Thank you for describing our home as "Spacious and Immaculate". Our cleaners do a great job, and it's nice when their efforts are recognized.
We're glad your children loved the Theme rooms. The Minions and Star Wars rooms are big hits with a lot of young travelers!
Thank you for selecting our home for your Disney vacation, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Very Nice House, Great Location
We had a group in for the Disney Marathon weekend and we loved staying all together in this home. The hot tub was a big hit for the sore runners! The house is just as advertised. the owners were very communicative and all the instructions for the whole week were very clear and easy to follow. This is a well managed house and would highly recommend to anyone coming to the WDW area. About a 5-7 minute drive to Magic Kingdom entrance and there are a lot of restaurant grocery options in the immediate area of the house. Everyone agreed in our group that the value of the house was far better than staying on WDW property.
Date of stay: January 2017
Reviewer name: Scott B., Georgia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Scott and Family,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! We're especially thankful for you referencing how well received our hot-tub was with all of the runners in your family. When we completed the remodeling of our home (less than a year ago), we invested in an over-sized pool heater, so our pool and hot-tub are able to stay very comfortable - even in the colder January weather.
Thanks for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Our family trip to Disney....9 of us
The owners were wonderful to work with..They made the entire process of renting and arrival a snap..House was immaculate , close to Disney, close to stores and restaurants..The notes left around made it so easy to use and find things that we needed..
I had older kids with us and they just loved the separate garage area with the games and pool table..Pool was nice and warm and we even barbecued once..
If I were looking for a house to rent this would definitely be on the top of my list..Owner made contact with us while we were there offering any extra assistance that we might have needed..
Date of stay: November 2016
Reviewer name: Suzanne S., Florida, USA
Owners reply
Dear Suzanne,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it!
We really appreciate you mentioning how "immaculate" our home was. Our cleaners do a great job, and the fact that everything in our home is brand new makes it ever better!
We also appreciate you mentioning how warm our pool was. We invested in a huge pool heater earlier this year, which keeps our pool very warm - even in the winter and fall/spring months. Most homes in Windsor Hills are still using the heaters installed when the homes were first built, and those heaters do a pretty poor job in the cooler months.
Thanks for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Stunning Home, Exceeded Expectations
I just cannot recommend this home enough for a trip to Disney. We were a traveling band of a seven, five and three year old, a four month old, and three adults. Bill went out of his way to help us get an extra pack n' play for our visit and made the check-in and check-out process very easy (which was great, considering the four kids). This home is large and everyone had their own space. It was immaculate and charming--the kids instantly felt at home in the Minions and Star Wars rooms, and the game room was an instant hit with the little boys. Best of all was the private pool. We had just as much fun in the pool as we did at the parks, and it was nice to have a space to go to at the end of very long days that was away from the crowds and the mouse (ya know?). We will be staying here again when we return next year. Thanks, Bill and Donna!
Date of stay: November 2016
Reviewer name: Natalie Y., Michigan, USA
Owners reply
Dear Natalie, Thank you for taking the time to leave your great review. We really appreciate it! It can be difficult sometimes for future travelers to get a "feel" for a home just by looking at photos. I think our photos are great (haha), but nothing beats positive reviews from guests who have already stayed in our home. Thank you for mentioning our private pool. I know our listing talks about the benefits of not having any rear neighbors, but it is difficult to know how beneficial that really is until you experience it. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thanks!!! Bill & Donna Burns and Family
Amazing Home, Perfect for family trip to Disney
This home was wonderful for our recent trip to Disney. We had two families staying in the house, both with small children and the house was perfect! Bill was extremely helpful prior to our trip with information about the area. Even though they have a very nice double stroller in the home, he also assisted us with the rental of an additional stroller and had it delivered prior to our arrival. He also helped getting a extra pack n play for our 5 mo old.
The house was stocked with things we needed before we had a chance to go to the store.
The house was about 10 min drive to the Disney parks so a perfect place to stay if you have a large family or multiple families.
I look forward to staying in this house again someday.
Date of stay: November 2016
Reviewer name: Amy C., USA
Owners reply
Dear Amy, We are so appreciative of you taking the time to leave your review. I know how busy we all get, so it touches our hearts when guests take time out of their day to leave their thoughts for future travelers. We are so happy that you and your family had a great time. We try to reach out to all guests ahead of their arrival to provided different "tips" about the area, restaurants, short-cuts to Disney, etc. Thank you for being a great family to work with, and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon! Kind regards, Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Superb and Beautiful Rental in a Great Location
I've been to Orlando and Disney World over five times in the last two decades, and this rental home truly sets a new standard. It is honestly a "home away from home" with amenities that satisfy everyone's needs (we had one grandma, four thirty-somethings, and five toddlers). For example, there are pack 'n plays in several rooms, a double stroller, umbrella stroller, two sets of washer/dryer to accommodate large families, fantastic sized pool and jacuzzi, and a well appointed game room with an arcade machine that included all my 80's favorites. Even our five year olds loved playing Galaga and Pac-man. We found the house to be very kid-friendly and safe for the toddlers (meaning that I did not need to hide many items to keep them safe). Furthermore, the decor was tasteful. As for the location, this house can't be beat -- 10 minutes to Disney, grocery stores, Target, and Chick-Fil-A. The homeowners are fantastic to work with and extremely responsive.
Date of stay: October 2016
Reviewer name: Houston Attorney, Texas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Linda,
Thank you for such a wonderful review! Your opinion means a lot to families who might be considering our home, since you're such a seasoned Disney traveler.
Thank you for mentioning how well appointed our home is for families with toddlers. We have 5 children ourselves, so when we remodeled our home we always kept the "youngest travelers" in mind.
We're glad everyone enjoyed Pac-man and Galaga - two of our favorites!
Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Kindest regards,
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Immaculate Home and Attention to Detail
From the initial inquiry, Bill and Donna addressed every question promptly. They provided very detailed information about their home, neighborhood and the surrounding area and made recommendations as to where to shop and dine. They even checked with us after arrival via email to make sure everything was going well.
We were a party of 8, ages 3 to 68 and there was plenty of room for everyone. The home is spacious, extremely well furnished and immaculate. The pool and outdoor area were also very clean and enjoyable. We have used VR360 on many occasions and this is the best home we have ever rented. We don't go to Disney often, but I would definitely rent again from Bill and Donna. There are absolutely no negatives to report. Highly recommended!! I'd give 10 stars if it were an option!
Date of stay: September 2016
Reviewer name: Susan C., Georgia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Susan, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We really appreciate it! We are so happy you found our home "Immaculate". Our cleaners do a wonderful job, and it's great when guests recognize their efforts. Finding a super-clean home is so important when you are traveling with young children. We are also glad you enjoyed our pool area. It is nice to be able to relax at our private pool and not have other neighbors right behind you. That's one of our favorite features of our home. Thanks for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Bill & Donna Burns & Family
Wonderful Disney House Rental
Great Disney house rental that was fantastic for our entire family. The house is very close to Disney which was wonderful plus the house was just fantastic. The owners keep the house in great condition and the kids loved it. The Star Wars and minions rooms were hits along with the playroom and pool. Will absolutely rent again.
Date of stay: September 2016
Reviewer name: Jen, South Carolina, USA
Owners reply
Dear Jen & Family,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! We are so happy everyone enjoyed the Star Wars and Minion's rooms. Our children just love them! We're glad you enjoyed our pool and games room, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill & Donna Burns & Family
Beautiful!
A few years ago we had stayed in another of Bill and Donna's villas a couple of doors down - so when we wanted to book for Orlando again we went straight to that house to book. Unfortunately it was fully booked but we were delighted to hear that Bill and Donna had just bought and renovated this villa. We knew from our last trip, what high standards Bill and Donna have so we booked this house immediately for a trip in August 2016.
We were thrilled to arrive to such a stunning house with the same superb view that their other house has. The house was just gorgeous and we had the best time.
I would also just like to say that the managing agent was fantastic too - we had a small plumbing issue on the first day and when we rang the managing agent he told us to go on out and have a lovely day at the parks and that he would come around and fix it before we got back - no hassle - great service.
As and when we go back to Orlando I will, without hesitation book with these owners again. In fact, I won't look anywhere else - which is high praise from someone who likes looking at all options when booking holidays :-)
Date of stay: August 2016
Reviewer name: Susan, United Kingdom
Owners reply
Dear Susan and Simon, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We really appreciate it. We were so happy when you decided to try our new villa, and we're glad everyone had such a great time. Thank you for mentioning the service from our local caretaker. We have two local caretakers, and they each live within 3 miles of our villas, so their response time is excellent. Many owners try to manage their villas on their own, or rely on huge property management companies that might be responsible for 1,000 or more homes. We are very proud of our relationship with our local caretakers and the personal service they can provide. We hope you can visit again soon!! Kindest regards, Bill & Donna
Great Home, Great People, Great Experience
My family had a wonderful time staying at Bill and Donna's property! Enjoyed the home, enjoyed the clubhouse (kids especially liked the water slide), and enjoyed the community. Bill and Donna are very responsive and helped out with any questions we had, although we didn't have many................... they provide all the information you will need and everything is very organized. A great, great, experience, thanks so much!
Date of stay: August 2016
Reviewer name: Darrin, Kansas, USA
Owners reply
Dear Darrin and Family. We are so happy everyone had such a great time! Thank you so much for referencing the wonderful water slide at the community pool. Our home is the closest 5 bedroom home in Windsor Hills to the clubhouse and water slide (about a 2 minute walk), so it makes it very easy for our guests to stroll down for a quick "slide" :-) Thank you for referencing our responsiveness as owners. We try to assist both before and during your stay, so we were happy to hear that is appreciated. We hope you and your family can visit again soon! Have a great day! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
The Fabulous Windsor Fantasy!
From the moment I made the initial enquiry to Bill and Donna about Windsor Fantasy, I knew from the way Bill communicated and the level of valuable information that this was the Villa I wanted to stay in with my family. We arrived late in the evening on 24 July for 18 nights. We are a family of five, mum dad and three children, ages 11, 8 and 4. After a very long flight from London, we arrived tired, grumpy and weary! However our spirits were immediately lifted when we walked through the door to this wonderful property. The little touches, like leaving the lights in various rooms on for us upon our late evening arrival, the invaluable restaurant delivery list and the guest information book - that really does tell you everything you need to know. The villa itself is extremely spacious and each of the bedrooms are quite secluded along with the en-suites. Bill and Donna have spared no expense in attention to detail, from the luxurious mattresses to the quality memory foam pillows and bedding. The hub of the house is the comfortable leather corner suite and the 55inch television, many a night was spent just chilling on the couch and watching tv! As a family we had booked in to stay at Hard Rock Hotel for a night halfway through the holiday, whilst the Universal experience was fantastic the kids just couldn't wait to get back to the Villa and their OWN private pool. The pool setting and jacuzzi is also well thought out with plenty of quality resin lounges and a great sized table and chairs in the patio area. We took the option of heating the pool and jacuzzi - and was glad we did despite being end of July. This Villa would easily accommodate two families such is the layout of the accommodation and you are certainly not 'on top of each other'. Bill and Donna were an absolute pleasure to deal with, totally professionally, even sending an email when we arrived to check everything was ok. In terms of location, we could get to the Disney Parks in 9 minutes, so on some occasions we would visit in the morning, come back and chill by the pool, and then pop back in the evening. This really is such a major point, other villas I considered where about 20 mins drive, which factoring in traffic on the freeway and loading the family can make an arduous journey. To conclude, if you are looking for a Villa with superb facilities, spotlessly clean fab location - but at the same time feel like a home away from home then Windsor Fantasy is for you. We will be back!
Date of stay: July 2016
Reviewer name: Annette, Middlesex, UK
Owners reply
Dear Annette & Stuart,
Thank you for such a wonderful review!! We really appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback for future travelers. There are so many vacation homes to choose from, positive reviews really make a difference.
We are so happy that you enjoyed our new mattresses and memory-foam pillows. Every single mattress in our home is brand new, as are all of the pillows, linens, quits, and comforters.
We are also glad that you mentioned the pool and spa heating. Many families think that they won't need pool heating in the summer months, but it is very helpful if your family likes to swim in the evening hours - even in the summer! The pool heater also controls the heat for the spa/hot-tub, so if the heater is off, the spa is really just a "tub with bubbles". We heat our pool to 85-87 degrees, and the spa can heat up to 100-104 degrees, so it is very relaxing.
The only part of your lovely review that I must correct is the reference to our television in the living room. It's actually 65" not 55"!!! haha. :-)
We invested in the huge television so families can enjoy themselves just relaxing at home some evenings.
Thank you for being such a wonderful family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon.
Kindest regards,
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Stunning villa = Amazing Holiday!
We had the most amazing holiday at Bill and Donna's stunning new property. From our first email contact, Bill could not have been more helpful or informative. He answered all of our questions and sent photos of the beautiful refurbishment once it was complete.
The villa is decorated to a very high standard and all equipment, appliances and facilities are of a high spec. We were travelling from the UK as a family group of 10, ranging in age from 2-67 and the villa was perfect for everyone. We had plenty of space and the kids loved using the games room to play. The pool has a lovely, quiet outlook and was extremely clean and well-maintained. Windsor Hills was a fantastic resort, ideally situated for all of the main theme parks, shops and restaurants. I wouldn't hesitate in recommend this villa to friends and family and only hope we can return one day! Thank you Bill and Donna!
Date of stay: July 2016
Reviewer name: Lynsey, Scotland
Owners reply
Dear Lynsey & Family. Thank you for leaving such a detailed review. We really appreciate it! Our other two villas have a combined 120+ 5-star reviews, so we are very happy when we see that our newest villa is also being well received by families. Thank you for referencing how lovely, quiet, and clean our pool area was. It is very peaceful relaxing by our pool with no rear neighbors looking back at you. Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you can visit again soon! Kindest regards, Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent Vacation Rental Home
My family had a great time and really enjoyed our vacation stay. The home as very clean and well kept. The pool was amazing and very nice to be able to step out and have your own private pool. The home is very large with enough common area for everyone to enjoy their time together but enough separation for everyone to have their on private space. Would highly recommend this home and would definitely stay here again if we had the opportunity.
Date of stay: June 2016
Reviewer name: Tim, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Owners reply
Dear Tim,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, and thank you for referencing how clean and well kept our home was.
We have an advantage in that department since everything in our home is brand new this year. Our cleaners do a great job keeping everything looking new, and a clean home is so important when you are traveling with young children.
Thank you again for selecting our home, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Fantastic Experience
My group had a great experience at Bill and Donna's property!
Communications: I along with a group of parents were planning our first trip to Orlando to watch our kids' sports team at a tournament. When I inquired about this home, Bill and Donna were quick to respond, and answered my questions and made the reservation process very easy. The follow-up was excellent and smooth, and they checked in with me during our stay to make sure things were going well.
The Home and community: Beautiful! Their home was the perfect spot for us all, and was exactly as detailed on the website. The house was a welcome place to come back to after watching sports all day. The Windsor Hills community is lovely, and the security guards were very nice and they took care of us at check-in.
The overall Experience: 5 stars. This was our first trip as a team to Orlando, and this rental helped make our trip very smooth and less stressful. Thank you for a great experience. We would definitely like to rent again from Bill and Donna, and would recommend their home to anyone! Thanks!
Date of stay: June 2016
Reviewer name: Pat C., Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Pat & Family,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. You were a wonderful family to work with, and we are so happy that you could be one of the first guests to stay in our newly redecorated home.
Thank you for your comments that our home made your trip "less stressful". That is exactly what we want to hear! We hope you can visit again soon!
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Super Property
Our family of 12 stayed in the home the last week of May 2016. The home is everything as advertised. The furnishing are new and first class. The kids loved the pool and game room. It is close to the Disney Parks and in a gated community. We have rented at least 5 times in the area and this home much better than any we have rented before. We had one little problem, and the owner and management company were prompt and within a few hours it was "problem solved". Bill and Donna, thanks for renting to us. We enjoyed your home.
Date of stay: May 2016
Reviewer name: Gary H., Columbia, MO
Owners reply
Dear Gary & Family,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! Even though our other homes have over 100 combined 5 star reviews, it takes time to build up the reviews for our new home, so we are so thankful when guests take the time to leave a review. Thank you for mentioning the response time of our local caretakers. They live just a few minutes away, and one of them is always available, so they are able to handle any requests quickly. We are glad the family enjoyed the pool and the game room, and we hope you can visit again soon!
Kind regards,
Bill & Donna and Family
The Best!!
This was our first time renting a private vacation home, and we were lucky to book Bill and Donna's home in Kissimmee, FL for our Disney vacation in Orlando. Bill/Donna were very friendly and walked us through the entire process. They even provided us with a great 'welcome packet' that contained a great deal of information for families visiting Orlando along with several house tips to ensure our stay was comfortable. Upon our arrival, our first impression of their property was Wow! We instantly felt at home. Their home is much like a model home. Everything was clean and the house exceeded our already heightened expectations. Every room was uniquely and tastefully decorated, each with ceiling fans to keep the room cool. Being a family of 4, along with two sets of aunts/uncles, and my mother, there were a total of 9 of us in the house. However, we did not at all feel cramped. In fact, the house is so large, there was plenty of room to spread out. The pool area was immaculate. We enjoyed the pool for the entire week and enjoyed taking dips into the pool after a long day at Disney. We left feeling that renting this home was the best decision we made. We avoided the busyness of the local mega-resorts and enjoyed a large private home with our own kitchen (with all the bells and whistles of modern conveniences), home theater/game room, and our own pool. The Keurig coffer brewer, 2 children themed rooms, and pool table were especially great. The community is very nice and completely safe. The community pool with large slide and home theater center were a nice plus. We did not spend too much time there, since we were so comfortable swimming in our own pool back at the house. Looking back at our vacation in Orlando, staying at Bill/Donna's home was one of the biggest highlights. I had spent about 2 straight weeks researching properties before settling on Bill/Donna's home. With so much real estate in the Orlando area to choose from, I found it important to make a 'must have' list before researching to make it easier to narrow down the list. In the end Bill/Donna's home met everything on my list: Large home to accommodate a family-reunion, a heated pool/spa, large kitchen/dining room, kids-themed rooms for the children, comfortable rooms for the adults, and close enough to Disney to commute back and forth each day. Some extras we looked for was a home where the backyard did not face another home. After our trip, I did not realize how important that feature was. It was so nice to swim and have a meal outside near the pool and look out towards an open field. It made us feel secluded from the rest of the homes. We highly recommend this property to anyone, especially to families, looking to enjoy their time in Orlando.
Date of stay: May 2016
Reviewer name: Gina, Pennsylvania, USA
Owners reply
Dear Gina and Anthony, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. We really appreciate it! Positive reviews are so helpful for future travelers who are trying to decide between the huge assortment of vacation homes available. We are so happy you referenced our pool. I think it is one of the best features of our home. The south-facing pool gets the sun all day, and we have the added benefit of no rear neighbors looking back at you while you are trying to relax. You were a great family to work with, and we really hope you can visit again soon. Have a great day! Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Excellent Well Placed Villa
This villa is extremely well furnished and is in an ideal position close to amenities and very near to Disney. Bill and Donna were very helpful and easy to deal with and always responded quickly to requests. You would be hard pressed to find anything better in Windsor Hills.
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Keith J., Huddersfield, UK
Owners reply
Dear Keith,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate it.
We are so glad you liked our new furnishings. When we refurbished our villa we replaced every single piece of furniture, all of the mattresses, added seven new flat panel TVs, new appliances, new counter-tops. Everything is brand new.
It was a pleasure hosting you and Catherine and your family. We are so happy everyone had such a great time, and we hope you can visit again soon.
Kind regards,
Bill and Donna Burns & Family
Fabulous Holiday Villa!
This is an extremely spacious, comfortable and luxurious villa. The many amenities provided made for a very relaxing stay. The children loved the pool (south facing and private, as described) and the games room in particular: they had a ball!
We also found the location excellent with short journey times (around 15 mins or under) to the major parks. This is a really good option for those who are hitting Disney hard but also want to be able to relax in peace afterwards. Very glad we went here rather than a resort hotel.
By the way, Bill and Donna were also very helpful, offering lots of advice and tips: thanks!
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Joe and Emma, Oxford, UK
Owners reply
Dear Emma and Joe,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate it! We are so happy to enjoyed our brand new villa!
Thank you for mentioning our South Facing Pool, and the privacy our lot provides to our guests. Sometimes people looking for the perfect villa will discount the benefit the south-facing pool provides. There are definitely other homes in Windsor Hills that rent for lower amounts, but with north, east, or west facing pools, those homes will only get sun for part of the day. We really enjoy not only the sunshine our pool gets, but it also keeps the water much warmer in the evening hours since the pool retains more heat from the day.
Thank you for being one of the first guests to stay in our new villa. We hope you can visit again soon!
Kind regards,
Bill and Donna & Family
Quit your search - This is your best choice!
We have stayed in many vacation rental homes in Orlando and across the US, and take it from us - this is top of the list! Our extended family of 8, ages 3 to 83, spent 11 nights here and had a wonderful time. Everything in the home is new and it is exactly as the pictures show. There are no rear neighbors so it is private and quiet, yet it is a 4 minute walk in one direction to the clubhouse and the other to the castle playground that our granddaughter loved. The clubhouse pool has a slide and there is also a little movie theater in the complex that we took advantage of on a couple of rainy afternoons. Great fun and free option! Another area has a lighted basketball and tennis courts, as well as a putting green. We loved the patio area of the home and ate most evening meals out at the large table with 9 rattan chairs. There is a Weber grill and even an extra propane tank. Four new chaise lounge chairs made it easy to relax, read and sunbathe by the pool. The pool has a removable security fence and there is a lock on the patio door to help keep wandering children safe. The house is laid out great which made everyone feel they had some privacy. Each of the bedrooms has its own bath, and the "themed" kids' rooms are a great hit with the younger crowd.
This home is about as close to Disney as is possible without staying on property, and allowed us to come back for lunch and naps, and then return to the park. Every mile away from the park makes that less appropriate, and it is a great blessing for everyone to be able to take a break. Bill was beyond helpful and sent information to enhance our stay and make everything easy and clear. He saved us when we had a cancellation on our planned rental and it was a blessing, as this was the perfect home. I can't say enough about his kindness and helpful nature. Bill and Donna also own 2 other homes on the same block in Windsor Hills, so it is something to keep in mind for anyone planning a reunion or "friends" gathering in the Orlando area. Book this home as you won't find anything better. Enjoy!
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Chuck and Liz, Minnesota, USA
Owners reply
Dear Liz and Chuck,
Wow! Thank you so much for such a detailed and thoughtful review. We really appreciate it!
We're so glad your granddaughter enjoyed the "Castle Playground". That's right across the street from our row of homes, and it is a huge hit with children ages 2-12. They just love it.
We also appreciate you mentioning the new pool furniture and chaise lounge chairs. We decided to invest the additional money in top of the line wicker/rattan pieces so they would last through many seasons.
We're glad the free movie theater at the clubhouse was a big hit with your family, as well as the waterslide. There are so many great things to do right within Windsor Hills, sometimes it it tough finding time to fit them all in.
Thanks for being such a great family to work with, and we hope you will be able to visit again soon.
Have a great day!
Bill and Donna & Family
Wonderful Villa - just like home!
Just returned from a wonderful stay at this luxury home in Orlando! It was a great trip. I traveled with my two sons, age 4 and 6, and my parents. The house is VERY spacious and provides sufficient privacy for individuals on various sleep schedules (i.e. small children versus grandparents!!).
Each bedroom has its own bathroom and TV, and the house is very well equipped. We had a wonderful kitchen for meal preparation, and 2 full laundry units, which were quite busy on a daily basis!
The house location is IDEAL. A short walk from the main resort building (which features a large pool, games, gym, ice cream/convenience store), and a short walk from the main playground for the kids (ideal for keeping kids busy late in afternoon or first thing in the morning!). The house is further equipped with a double stroller in case little legs need some help to get TO the playground!
The house pool is also lovely, along with the hot tub. I would recommend to pay the extra fee for heating though since despite 28 degrees C during the day, the water does cool down at night in March.
In terms of its location in Orlando, the praise continues. 10 mins from Target (which has a robust grocery section) and roughly 10-15 mins to all major parks. Approximately 35 mins from the airport, and 20 mins to the Outlet Centre (which may be important for us Canadians looking to SHOP!).
Overall we are very satisfied with our stay and are already planning the next vacation! The owner of this property is very responsive to all questions/concerns and was very flexible in our vacation planning.
Enjoy your trip everyone!
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Agnes C., Canada
Owners reply
Dear Agnes,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review! You are our first one for this property!
We were so happy to welcome you as one of the first guests in our new home. We refurbished the home from top to bottom. Every single piece of furniture was replaced, all new custom tile, all new carpet, ever mattress is brand new, 7 new flat panel televisions - including a 65" TV in the main living room and another 60" TV in the game room, all new appliances, new pool furniture, new pool heater, new kitchen counter tops, and the list goes on. We are so happy your family had a great time!
I appreciate you mentioning how spacious our home is. I really love the layout. Some homes in Windsor Hills have all of the bedrooms on the same level - and very close together. In our home, the bedrooms are all spread out, and each in their own "corner" of the home, so everyone has their privacy.
I also appreciate you mentioning our pool and pool heater. The outside air temperature does drop in the evenings, and our pool heater is incredibly helpful. As you know, we just installed a brand new 140,000 BTU pool heater, which is meant to be installed for a pool about twice our size, so it helps our temperature recover much more quickly than some other homes in Windsor Hills.
Thank you for being such a great family to work with, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Windsor Hills this fall!
Kind regards,
Bill and Donna & Family