What You Need to Know to Buy a Holiday Home in Orlando – Part 2

Are you thinking about buying a second home in Orlando? Many travelers from Canada and the United Kingdom come to Central Florida year after year to spend a relaxing holiday. At some point, it may make more financial sense for you to buy a vacation home in Orlando, rather than spending money on a hotel or vacation rental home. In a previous article, we shared five things you should know before buying an Orlando holiday home. Here are a few more important points to consider before making a purchase. 

1. Determine the Financial Stability of the Homeowners’ Association – Many Orlando vacation homes are located in a housing development that is governed by a homeowners’ association (HOA). An HOA makes and enforces rules for the properties in its…

Why It’s Smart to Invest in a Vacation Home in Orlando

Thinking about buying a vacation home in Orlando?  You’re not alone. An estimated 1.13 million vacation homes were sold in the U.S. in 2014 – nearly a quarter of all residential transactions. That’s the highest number since the National Association of Realtors (NAR) began collecting data in 2003.

Why are people buying vacation homes instead of renting them? On the face of it, renting seems like it would be more cost-effective for vacationers. But buying a vacation home can be a smart investment.

Some people buying vacation homes are baby boomers who have sold their family homes for cash, and now choose to invest some of that money in a winter home in a warm climate or other future retirement destination. On the other hand, the NAR has found that half…

Community Profile: Emerald Island Resort

Are you interested in buying a vacation home near Walt Disney World?  Purchasing a second home in a community like Emerald Island is ideal for people who take frequent Florida vacations, since you can enjoy all the comforts of home with the same type of amenities found in a 5-star resort.

Emerald Island Resort is conveniently located in Kissimmee, less than three miles from the Magic Kingdom and the other Disney parks. This prestigious, gated and guarded community is situated amidst 300 acres of lush landscaping, including a beautiful nature preserve that’s perfect for long walks, bird watching, and biking.   

Vacation home buyers and their guests enjoy a host of resort-style amenities including:

• Gated entryway with 24/7 security
• 2 Heated…

New MargaritaVillage to Offer Home Buyers Water Park Amenity

Does your idea of paradise include eating a cheeseburger, sipping a margarita and splashing around in a water park? If so, you may want to consider buying a vacation home in the Jimmy Buffett-themed resort community that’s coming to western Osceola County. 

Inspired by the casual, laid-back style of the singer/songwriter, MargaritaVillage will feature more than 1,000 vacation rental homes, timeshares and condos on 300-acres south of US 192 and State Road 429 in the Four Corners area. The resort community will be home to another Margaritaville Hotel, as well as a slew of amenities including an arcade, spa, planetarium, fishing school, paddle boarding, kayaking, a 12-acre water park, and a man-made swimming lagoon. A 200,000 square foot retail village…

Why Buy a Vacation Home in an Orlando area Condo/Hotel

Orlando is home to some of the best condo hotels in the nation. Condo hotels, also referred to as hotel-condos or “contels,” are luxury hotels with individually owned units. This allows vacationers to own a full-service vacation home and enjoy its posh amenities and proximity to Orlando’s world-class attractions all while renting the unit out when it’s not in use.

Luxury Amenities

There are many benefits to owning a second home in an Orlando condo/Hotel. Owners of vacation homes in condo hotels benefit from the hotel’s management both when vacationing and while renting to other tourists.

Residents of condo hotels enjoy access to resort pools, luxury spas, health and fitness centers, fine-dining and even concierge room service. That’s not to…

For Sale - Creekside - 4379 Creekside Blvd, Kissimmee

You will need to move quickly as this home will sell fast!!! This fully furnished 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom property is fully furnished and move in ready. With a private pool and large private lot this home makes the perfect Orlando area vacation home or full time residence.
Asking Price $157,950

For Sale - Southern Dunes - 2892 Kokomo Loop, Haines City

You have finally found your dream home! This perfect second home or vacation property is located directly on the Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club course. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a private pool. The property is fully furnished and move in ready. Hurry because at this price it will sell fast!!!!
Asking Price $164,950

Price Reduced - Calabay Parc - 140 Calabay Parc Blvd, Davenport

One of a kind! This gorgeous 5 Bedroom 4 Bathroom home is the former builders model. This unique property features upgrades not seen at other homes in the community including the surround sound system with speakers in all the main rooms. The garage was originally used as a sales office and has since been professionally converted into a large games room. Fully furnished and move in ready make this the ideal second home or short term rental property.
Asking Price $259,950 (From $284,950)

Just Sold - Terra Verde - 176 Hideaway Beach Ln, Kissimmee

This move in ready 7 Bed 4.5 bathroom home in the gated Terra Verde Resort community is your perfect Orlando area vacation home. Fully furnished and featuring private views. At this price it should sell fast!!!
Sold Price $330,000

Price Reduced - Orange Tree - 16146 Magnolia Hill St, Clermont

This property not only shows like a model it was the builders model home. This home comes with every imaginable upgrade including tile floor in living area, Corian counters in the kitchen, french doors to the outside, built in entertainment center with gas fireplace, large covered lanai and private pool with spa. The property was professionally decorated and everything you see is included in the price. Located on a private lot with no rear neighbors. The added bonus with this home is the garage is is tiled and air conditioned giving extra living space. Make sure you see this one of a kind home before it is too late!!!!
Asking Price $249,950 (From $274,950)