I was about to stay in a Florida vacation home for the first time, and I’ll be honest; I wasn’t sure I would like it.
But then I remembered a week-long trip we took to San Diego with our 9-month old baby girl where we stayed in a hotel. We got a nice comfy bed, but she got the big sitting room with the TV, the windows, the refrigerator, and the door to escape the prison she unknowingly created for us.
I ain’t doin’ that again. Evah.
So I changed my attitude, and began to look forward to my upcoming stay at this Global Resort Homes property in Windsor Hills, just 1.5 miles away from Disney World.
And when I walked inside, I knew this was the way to vacation. It was light, airy, and spacious with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. (Available options consist of 2-bedroom condos to 7-bedroom homes.)
We had seven people staying in the house, and four of us used the same bathroom every day. You’d think that would be a disaster, but the bathrooms are designed so that several people can be showering, pottying, and beautifying all at the same time while still enjoying individual privacy.
It’s a beautiful thing.
We spent quite a bit of time gathered in the kitchen area which was fully stocked with cookware and gadgets, so it was easy to whip up meals and snacks with the food we bought at the grocery store. There was also a full-sized pantry which we stocked with our must haves for the week.
There was a cozy little eat-in kitchen area which looked out onto the pool area, but there was also a formal dining room. We had a lot of people visiting our house over the week, so it was nice to be able to spread out a little bit.
We had two different living areas, one next to the kitchen and one in the front of the house. Both of them were cozy, comfy, and inviting, and at any given moment, someone was curled up on a couch or a chair somewhere.
One of the neatest things about the place was the private screened-in pool and hot tub. There were several people who took advantage of that on a nightly basis!
You know what else was magnificent about staying here?
It’s not a time-share property, which means there was no excruciating sales pitch to sit through. In fact, guests won’t even be in contact with anyone from Global Resort Homes, unless they want to arrange for an extra service like shuttle transportation to area attractions, a personally prepared in-home dinner from A Chef of Your Own, or housekeeping services.
And speaking of housekeeping, it’s not necessary, because there’s a washer and dryer in the home. Oh yes, it’s true. Plus, there’s daily trash pick-up from a discreetly located bin outside your front door.
Told ya it was like home!
I’ve already decided that the next time I head to the Orlando/Kissimmee area I’ll be staying in a Global Resort Homes property again, and I can’t wait!
As of today, prices range from $122-292 per night (dependent on the property you select), which is an extremely reasonable rate for the area, especially with the included amenities and comforts.
For more information and to book a stay at Global Resort Homes:
Website: www.globalresorthomes.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/globalresorthomes
I stayed at a Global Resort Homes property as part of a Disney blogging event, and although the stay was complimentary, I was not obligated in any way to write a positive review. These are my honest opinions of the experience.
Dena says
Awesome! Its actually awesome article, I have got much clear idea concerning from this paragraph.
willcookforsmiles.com says
Thanks for finally writing about >Global Resort Homes Review | Orlando Vacation Home Rentals | A Nut in a Nutshell <Loved it!
Donna says
We stay in condos, because with a family, hotel rooms just don’t cut it… especially if it’s any longer than a couple nights. Love the private pool!
Louise says
loved staying here
Apryl @ Christian Clippers says
I can’t wait to plan a trip out there!
Whitney Lindeman says
My fiance used to work at this resort – it is GORGEOUS, and very affordably priced, in comparison with other similar resorts in the area.
pasqualina tekaucic says
LOve the pictures. wanting to move to florida soon
Notorious Spinks says
I’ll have to check this out!
Krys R says
That is such a great deal and the price is amazing!
Laura E. says
That looks like an amazing way to experience Florida and Disney World! Though I might be tempted not to leave.
Toni @ A Daily Dose says
Great great place ! WE are looking forward to staying there in September.
Stefanie says
Wow, it looks beautiful!
Leigh Powell Hines (@Hinessightblog) says
You know I”m a luxury-hotel junkie, but in reality, when traveling with families, rental homes are smart decisions.
emily sellers says
i would love the pool 🙂
anna pry says
wow, that pool looks awesome!
Terri S Crum says
Wow…this sounded like a wonderful vacation! The house/property is gorgeous! The prices are amazing, too! Glad you had such a nice time!!
Rachel says
I think this is a brilliant idea. No better way to vacation then staying in a house instead of cramped up in a hotel room.
Elena says
these homes look beautiful inside and outside! would love to stay there when on vacation
Nicki Z. says
Ahh, this post bring back some wonderful memories for me… my husband and I used to own two vacation rental properties in Kissimee, FL and the property shown above is VERY similar to our favorite vacation home. Unfortunately, we had to get rid of both of our homes when the economy went sour, but are still thankful for the time we were able to spend enjoying our time in FL!
Sonya Morris says
This is better than being at home! I would love to stay there!
Theresa says
I have been hearing so many good things about them! Great review Liz! We would love room to spread out with our crew!
Danielle Papsis says
This sounds like a great option, it’s private yet affordable.
Jessica Stotler Hetrick says
This place looks amazing! Would love to take a vacation and stay there!
Amanda O. says
Wow…the pictures (and the fact that it’s only 43 degrees in Chicago) really make me want to book a getaway!
Anne says
This sounds amazing, I love having room to spread out on vacation.
Juli Guthrie says
That looks amazing! However, I may not have left that house to go do anything. Lol. Looks much more comfy than a hotel.
Jennifer says
that pool is gorgeous. I can’t wait to stay in a Global home one day
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
I’m definitely going to have to stay here, it looks absolutely amazing!
Busy Bee Suz says
So glad you had fun.
We have stayed here several times…and we always love it!
Courtney says
It looks like a wonderful way to spend a vacation! Feeling home away from home is so important!
Allison says
That is definitely a great price for the entire house?? Most hotels in the area start around $180, I think– and that is just for one hotel room… I am wondering if Global Resort Homes have properties in other states? (I live in Central FL so don’t need to stay in one, here.. heh)
Star Traci says
Wow! That really is the way to travel. A lovely home and a lovely pool but the washer and dryer really won me over!
Hope your trip is fantabulous!!!
🙂
Traci
Jenn @therebelchick says
Global Resorts just seem so gorgeous! We are going to Disney in June, but only for two days so we booked a hotel. The next time I spend more time in Orlando area, I am definitely looking into Global Resorts!
Jessie says
Very cool! I had no idea, thanks for the great review. However I am a bit jealous you got to go and I was stuck here in the freezing NC winter – lol 🙂
Christina Almond says
I bet this was a lot of fun! I love staying in homes instead of hotels when vacationing! I’ve stayed in vacation home rentals many times and always find them much more relaxing than a hotel stay!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Wow – that place looks awesome! I love having a kitchen, it’s wonderful with children!
Alex Liz Robinson says
Wow, these look like great places. We rented a cabin on a mountain once and it was great! This would be especially nice with children!
bitt says
I have seen houses like that and it would be a lot of fun to stay in one. Usually I stay in much more modest accommodations, for the same prices though!
Joyce says
Wow! Where does one begin with all of these?
amy v says
i’d love to stay at one of those homes! in fact, next time we go on vacation we will use this company
Melissa Shirley says
wow that looks great. i would love to do this with my family
melissalucky43@yahoo.com
Martha says
Wow, that really is great pricing for what you got! We usually spend that much on a Hotel suite. I’ll definitely contact them on our next trip over!
Amanda F says
We might have to consider this for our next family vacation!
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy says
I love staying with Global! You just can’t beat the price.
Susan in the Boonies says
This looks like a great way to go!!!
Cheryl Free says
I remember lots of rentals like this when I lived in North Myrtle Beach 🙂 Looks like lots of fun and all the comforts of home!
Mimi says
My jaw is dropped! That is amazing. Some day…I want a place like that I can visit!
Laurie says
We loved staying at Global
Loukia says
I love this idea… perfect for children and for traveling with other people, too! I wonder if they offer homes in Fort Lauderdale area? I’m going to look into this!
francine howell says
that is just beautiful!! what a fun get away!
Galit Breen says
This sounds absolutely amazing! What a wonderful, relaxing (and beautiful!) experience!
Kathleen says
I love Global Resort Homes. We stayed there for Brancation and it was amazing.
Courtney says
I want to live there!!
April Decheine says
Wow that is quite beautiful, looks totally relaxing!!!!!
HilLesha says
So awesome!
Amy says
that looks absolutely amazing!!
Stefani says
After staying at Global Resorts, I don’t ever want to stay in a hotel again. Resort homes are so much the better way to go, especially with a family and kids.
Gina M Maddox says
That’s a beautiful place to stay! Might as well stay in a house like that rather than a tiny hotel room!
Serendipity is Sweet says
Wow, sounds like an awesome way to vacay!
Naomi says
Oh, I really want to take the kids there. This looks like a great idea!
Susi says
Sounds like a wonderful deal especially if you travel with children. Just being able to eat breakfast at “home” would be a huge help. Pretty houses too.
Melanie @ Whimsical Creations says
Looks like a beautiful place to stay. Definitely keeping them in mind when we go back to WDW with my parents next year. 😀
Lynn says
WOW Global Resort Homes sounds just like your actually staying in a “Home” not a place you are vacationing too. This sounds like a great company to rent from, especially if you like lots of room to spread out in. This would be a cool place to rent for a small family reunion too!
Emmy says
That is a great price for all you get. We have a time share and love staying in those so much more than hotels just for the separate bedrooms- such a nice thing with little kids.
nicole @WriteSPell says
This is such a great way to vacation when traveling with a large group!
Christina says
Next time we plan a trip to Orlando (I am in Florida already but we try to go with my mom, sister & her family to Orlando in December every few years) I told my sister we need to look into staying in a vacation home like this instead! I love that these are not time share properties so you don’t have to sit through a sales pitch! I love reading these reviews for Global Resort! Makes me wish we could go this year!
Nichol says
Absolutely beautiful! I’m definitely looking into them when we go to Disney!
Shell says
That place looks amazing!!!
Tammy says
It looks beautiful! I bet you girls had a blast.
Susie B. Homemaker says
That looks like a great place to stay. We stayed at a vacation rental home last summer when we went up north (in MI) and were completely happy with the decision. So much nicer than staying in a hotel… it feels like home!
AmyLK says
oh wow! I would have thought that the rates would be much higher for all that space and amenities! Good to know for my next trip to FL.
Becca @ Mama B says
Beautiful home! We really enjoyed our stay with Global, the homes are SO nice and much better than a hotel!
Nezzy says
Oh darlin’ it sounds perfect and looks magnificent. What a way to go!!!
I may look into something like this the next trip I take that warrants a hotel stay. :o) I truly don’t get off the Ponderosa much so when we do, we gotta make it count!
God bless and have a glorious weekend!!! :o)
Ally says
Those rates are crazy-reasonable for what you get. I really like vacationing that way, though I admit I’ve only done a vacation house once – usually we do the condo thing. But having a kitchen is SO nice. I hate feeling like I have to go out to get breakfast, and being able to stop at a store and buy a few things to have there is so nice. Those house pictures are AWESOME. What a great place!
Colleen says
Definitely the way to stay on vacation. We stayed in Windsor Hills too when we were there in Feb.
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
This is perfect for vacationing families–so much more kid-friendly than a hotel! Love that pool too!
Jennifer Shirk says
Oooh that’s nice. I’m a big fan of spreading out. 🙂 Plus, I don’t want to have to get ready to have breakfast, like if I was staying in a hotel. I would be able to whip up something small and have a more relaxing morning. 🙂
noelle says
that would be wonderful..
especially since its marc and i… plus 4 boys 🙂
whooo hooo
Megan says
How cool! I may never stay at a hotel again!
Andrea says
That’s the way to go on vacation, especially when you have little kids (like I do.) Someone’s always hungry at a non-meal time (or extremely picky about what foods they will actually eat), needs a nap, or just needs some down time to play. It’s very hard to do in a hotel (plus who knows how clean a hotel room really is, ya know?) This sounds like a perfect option!
Virginia from That Bald Chick says
Looks like a great place to vacation.
Jenny says
Wow! This sounds amazing! I will definitely have to keep this is mind. We are hoping to take the boys eventually and this sounds perfect!
pamela ponder says
What a nice place It sounds awesome!!! the pool and hot tub would be where I would be hanging out all the time.. how fun
Sue says
That looks so awesome! I would be in that pool/hot tub every night too 🙂
Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says
What a gorgeous house! We just rented a place for a week in the summer, but it’s a tiny little beach cottage – nothing like that!
Making It Work Mom says
Wow! It sounds lovely. And a very nice vacation.
JDaniel4's Mom says
Wow! This house is beautiful! What a wonderful place to stay!
Pamela R says
We are hoping to do Disney/Fl trip in 2013…this would be a great option—we used to stay with my Aunt,but she moved into a condo last Fall–so thats out!!
Will be looking into this site for sure!!
Otin says
What a way to travel!!! That would make me feel like a rich person!
Gianna says
Beautiful, I love the floors!
Apryl @ Christian Clippers says
Looks gorgeous!
TerriAnn @ Cookies and Clogs says
I am so glad you all had a great time. I need to book a stay in one of those babies sometime. They look so inviting and the perfect place to just let everything go to fully relax!
Lolli @ Better in Bulk says
Excellent review! And your pictures of the home turned out so well! We have already planned our next trip to Disney and are staying there for sure!
R Hicks says
What a beautiful place and I cant believe the rates are so low. Sure beats staying in a hotel
brich22 at earthlink dot net
Lori Pace says
GREAT POST! I love the photos! They give a great idea of the spacious homes! And I will nevah evah stay in a hotel again! LOL
Canadian Mom Blogger says
Gorgeous house! I love Global Resort Homes. They are the best.
Stephanie says
that looks wonderful! we stayed n a hotel {we being me, the hubs and my two chicklets} and I wanted to slit my wrists and bleed out in the fancy bathtub. it was BRUTAL. we will never all share a room again- or at least until they’re older 🙂
dannyscotland says
That is a good price! You could pay that for just a hotel room at some places, and you got a whole house!
anna says
what a great idea! we are planning a trip to orlando with another family, and it would be such a blast to stay together. thank you for this!
Hilary says
Sounds like a great time in a lovely home. I vaguely remember holidays… 😉
Ms. A says
Holy cow, how nice! I could take the whole family! Bad part would be having to come home to a house that isn’t nearly as nice.
pam says
I was just talking about Global Homes to my brother in law last weekend. They are heading to FL in 2 weeks and I told him to consider GH as an option for their next trip.
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes says
This will be PERFECT a few years down the road when my mother in law wants us to take a full family trip to Disney. I am really impressed with these… The price, the amenities and I LOVE that your laundry and meals…. HUGE plus for this mama!
Lucy says
Heaven! I would do it in a second with my kids or grand kids whenever my children decide they are ready 🙂
Terry (My Journey With Candida) says
Very Nice!!! It sure doesn’t look like my home, it looks much nicer and is in a warmer part of the country. I am going to have to check this out for our trip to Florida in the late fall.
Jackie says
Wow! I love the screened in pool and hot tub area. I would have thought that the prices would be a lot higher! I may have to look into that when we go to Disney next spring!