Just Sold - Bellavida - 4514 Alberto Cir, Kissimmee

This charming three bedroom two and a half bathroom townhouse is located in the beautiful Bellavida community. This fully furnished unit comes elegantly decorated, to include a dining room set and flat screen television in the living room. This townhouse will make a great vacation home or full-time residence. Walking distance to shops and restaurants as well as minutes from Florida’s main attractions !!!

Sold Price: $154,000

Just Sold - Staysky Suites - 7601 Canada Ave #418, Orlando

Great condo just off of International Drive located in the StaySky suites! Minutes away from some of the best restaurants Orlando has to offer and excellent evening entertainment! The unit features updated and stylish furniture! There is a spacious bedroom with 2 beds, a flat-screen TV and desk area! The living space is comfortable with a flat screen mounted on the wall! Lovely view of the pool and basketball area from every window! Comfortable dining area adjacent to the kitchen. StaySky suites is a fantastic place to stay for your next vacation due to the fitness area, spacious main lobby seating, as well as a lovely pool, basketball court, and BBQ area to cater to all of your needs and wants!…

Just Sold - Lindfields - 2918 Paddington Way, Kissimmee

This splendid fully furnished 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is situated in Lindfields one of the best locations for a vacation or full-time residence home. Beautiful living room with view of your own private pool. Large dining room, kitchen has high ceilings and separate eat-in area. There is also an additional family room with flat screen television. Master bedroom comes with ensuite bathroom, garden tub, dual sinks and a gorgeous view of the pool. Screened in private pool has a designated bathroom for the convenience for you and your guests. Located just off the US 192 and only minutes from Disney!!

Sold Price: $219,500

Price Reduced - Bahama Bay - 308 Lucaya Loop #5202 Unit 5202, Davenport

Fantastic 3 bedroom 2 bathroom condo in the popular gated community of Bahama Bay. This condo is fully equipped with everything needed for a fabulous Florida vacation. There is a beautiful living and dining room floor plan uniquely decorated with Caribbean themed furnishings. The master bedroom offers access to a balcony where you can sit back and enjoy the sunshine whilst drinking your morning coffee. The Bahama Bay Resort offers lush landscaping and breathtaking views over Lake Davenport which makes it almost impossible to leave. The community has first class facilities including a restaurant, walking trails, tennis court, volleyball, basketball, four heated pools and direct access onto Lake Davenport. Also ideally located close to Florida’s main…

For Sale - Hampton Lakes, Hampton Estates - 119 Ballyshannon Dr, Davenport

Gorgeous and clean 5 bedroom 3 bathroom home located in the Hampton Lakes Community! This home is very spacious and has plenty of entertaining space for the whole family and all of your guests! Formal dining and formal living space are perfect for relaxing! The kitchen is large and features an island and quick access to the comfortable eating space near a large window and the sliding glass doors, this allows for plenty of natural light! Master bedroom is beautiful and very spacious! The master bedroom features a comfortable seating area near a window with a view of the pool., also featuring a sliding door for quick access to your private pool! Spacious ensuite with dual sinks and separate tub and shower! Guest bedrooms are all…

For Sale - Crescent Lakes, Aster Cove At Crescent Lakes - 2512 Aster Cove Ln, Kissimmee

Large 4 bedroom and 3 bathroom house located in the Crescent Lakes community! Featuring a lovely open floor plan with plenty of natural light coming through all the windows into the formal living and dining space of this home! The kitchen is centrally located allowing for quick access from where you are featuring a dining space adjacent to some lovely bay windows. Master bedroom is large and spacious featuring a lovely ensuite with double sinks! The remaining 3 bedrooms are very comfortable and are ready to accommodate the entire family! Now when you step outside you can enjoy some time in your private pool and indulge in the lovely water view! This home has plenty of updated features, new roof as of Sept. 2017, screens replaced Oct.…

For Sale - Calabay Parc - 476 Calabay Parc Blvd, Davenport

Beautiful and Spacious 5 bedroom 3 1/2 bathroom home located in the lovely Calabay Parc community! This home has lovely curb appeal with well-maintained landscaping. This home features a spacious kitchen with a formal dining space quickly accessible! Plenty of natural light supplied through the sliding glass doors brightens up the living space! Master bedroom is on the first floor and is a spacious room with quick access to the pool! Master features an ensuite with massage tub and dual sinks! 4 spacious upstairs bedrooms so there is space for the entire family and friends! The upstairs space also has its own comfortable living space. As you step outside the sliding glass doors you’ll see plenty of outdoor seating space and a lovely…

Price Reduced - Artisan Park - 1337 Flagstone Ave, Kissimmee

Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse located in the beautiful Artisan Park community in Celebration. The kitchen is spacious and offers a separate dining area. The downstairs living areas are completely tiled. The master bedroom has an ensuite master bath that includes dual sinks and walk-in shower. From the master, you can walk out onto your own porch area to enjoy the Florida sunsets. There is magnificent landscaping around the home and a private fenced in courtyard patio for your comfort. Owners in Artisan Park have the exclusive use of the terrific Artisan Park Club which includes beautiful grounds, their own pool, and a gym. Other communal features include walking and jogging/biking trails and sidewalks throughout the whole community. There…

Price Reduced - Worldquest - 8815 Worldquest Blvd #3405 Unit 3405, Orlando

Mediterranean style 3 bed 3 bath, 4th floor end unit neighboring the clubhouse. This unit features views of the pristine resort pool and the adjacent lake. Fully equipped kitchen with beautiful tile flooring throughout the open living and dining areas. Screened in balcony with access from both the living room and the master suite. The master suite is generously sized to include the master bath with jetted tub. Worldquest is a gated Mediterranean style full service resort. Enjoy ultimate relaxation in this tropical landscaped paradise.

Asking Price: $139,000 (From $145,950) 

How to Price the Security Deposit for Your Orlando Vacation Rental

There are many decisions to be made when choosing to rent your Orlando vacation home on a short-term basis to holiday travelers. Some of these include whether to hire a property manager, how you should advertise your rental home, and the rental fee itself. Another decision to make is how much to charge your guests for a security deposit. 

The security deposit helps to protect your short-term vacation rental. The challenge is figuring out the right balance between enough money to cover potential damages and a small enough fee that will put renters at ease. 

No matter how long a rental agreement you set, whether it’s one or two nights, or two weeks, it’s crucial that you include everything you need to protect your investment. It’s always smart to…