6 Mi to Disney: Gem w/ Pool & Spa in Kissimmee

Reviews

• Had high hopes but disappointing overall.

  3/5

  The tl;dr is, - Do not book this house unless you have absolutely no other options. You will be disappointed.

  We had high hopes going by the pictures, the description & the steep price but our hopes were dashed & it wasn't the cozy, comfortable stay we had expected.

  PROS

  - Our contact, Fred was friendly and helpful.

  - The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware etc.

  - The house was clean.

  - The view of the lake was nice.

  CONS

  - We paid a daily fee for the pool to be heated but the water was chillingly cold. None of us could use the pool. The kids used the warm pool for some time and even that was uncomfortably cold after an hour or so. We booked this house primarily for the pool and it was useless.

  - The house was chilled when we arrived. The least we would expect is for the heating to have been turned on before our check in. None of us could sleep that first night in the cold house.

  - The backdoor alarm was a HUGE nuisance. It was shrill and loud and would blare every time someone went in and out the patio. And wouldn't stop until someone pressed a button. It was such an inconvenience.

  - For a house that accommodates 12, there was barely enough room for 6 people in the living room. There was a 5-seater recliner couch and one chair. Not enough seating for everyone to lounge together in the evenings. We had to pull in dining chairs to make room for everyone.

  - The living room, by the way, was right next to the front door. You walked into the house and stepped straight into what was the 'living room'. It was weird and uncomfortable to be lounging on the couch every time sometime went in and out the front door.

  - Where there should have been a nice, cozy, well furnished living room with ample couch seating for everyone, there was a huge pool table sitting in the middle of the house. The pool table was useless. We used it to stack towels and jackets.

  - For a house hosting families for Christmas week, the Christmas tree was a bit of a joke. Like someone hastily bought a tree and put it there as an after thought.

  - There was no starter supply of laundry detergent.

  Fred was responsive and helpful and the house was decently located. It was also a place for us to be altogether over the holidays, cook meals and enjoy family time. Other than that, I wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend this property.

  Manager's Response:

  Hi Zainab, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found Fred helpful and enjoyed the well-stocked kitchen, cleanliness, and lake views.
  
  - Pool heating: The pool heater is new, and while this is our first concern raised, colder weather can impact performance. Fred was available to assist if needed.
  - Home amenities: The home's layout, including the pool table and seating arrangements, is accurately represented in the listing. Additional seating is available throughout the property.
  - Safety measures: The backdoor alarm is required by Florida law for pool safety, with instructions provided in the guest book for easy use.
  - Supplies: We provide a starter supply of essentials such as paper towels and toiletries, and encourage guests to purchase additional items if needed during their stay.
  - Holiday decor: Our decor is designed to be welcoming and inclusive, though we understand expectations may vary.
  
  We appreciate your comments and will continue working to enhance the guest experience.

• Quiet luxury

  5/5

  We had a great holiday at Stromboli Villa . It was exactly as the pictures and was exceptionally clean and tidy . Beautifully maintained and obviously well looked after . The villa is at the far end of a quiet street so there is no through traffic.

  We did have one small problem with one of the tv,s in a bedroom but Fred came same day and sorted it .

  We were close to restaurants and Publix and Walmart . Very close to nearby golf courses and only 6 mile from Disney

  WE would definitely book again if we return to Florida one da

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Burks vacation

  5/5

  The house was wonderful. It was nice and clean We enjoyed our stay. I would recommend this house to anyway and hopefully I can get it again next year.

• Excellent Property

  5/5

  The property was perfect. It was very nice inside and out. It provided plenty of space for our family to rest and relax. The house was close to Disney Parks and other restaurants and shopping. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe. We would definitely stay here again. Our Host Fred was very helpful throughout the process.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Amazing Property

  5/5

  The property was awesome. Everything was decorated nice. Everything was clean and well kept. The beds were very comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe. The house was close to Disney Parks and other Shopping and Restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again. Our Host Fred was very helpful throughout the process. Check in and check out was very easy. Enjoyed being able to park in the garage.