This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Aquatica and The Orlando Eye at ICON Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a refrigerator.
The Orlando Eye at ICON Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
Orange County Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Discovery Cove - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
Sand Lake Road Station - 12 min drive
Orlando Station - 16 min drive
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Smoooth Java Coffee Bar - 5 min drive
Rocks - 4 min drive
Lobby Lounge - 3 min drive
Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel and Resort Fitness Center - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Close to Universal and Convention Centre
When it comes to resort living in peaceful and private high-end accommodation in Orlando, Vista Cay fits the bill. On top of this, the location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the action you can rest, play or even work if you want to! Whether you are a family looking to relax, visit the thrills of the nearby parks, or a Convention Center delegate looking for privacy, space and a convenient commute then we are sure you will not be disappointed. Situated over three levels, this 1800 square-foot luxury townhouse has that exclusive feel of a high end hotel but with the privacy, space and amenities of a Vacation home-from-home. You really do have everything you need for a relaxing resort based stay in Orlando. Amenities include a queen bed suite on the ground floor and, a further king bed with its own bathroom and then third bedroom even has 2 full sized beds, again with its own bathroom all on level 3. A further WC is on the second floor where the 'living space' offers something for everyone:- The comfortable living room has plush furniture and lots of seating so everyone can enjoy relaxing and watching a movie large TV. The home has wireless internet included! The open floor plan of this level makes it feel roomy and spacious. A fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and 'butchers block' style kitchen eating area is just one of your options for entertaining. The kitchen area leads into the lounge diner. Flat-screen TVs throughout, complimentary Wi-Fi and luxurious furnishings means you can enjoy being on one of Orlando's most exclusive gated resorts, whilst enjoying the privacy of your own home-from-home.
The primary booker must be 25 years or older (we are unable to accommodate groups of primarily under 25-year-olds or those from the local vicinity), however family groups with children aged 0 -100 are welcome!
Vista Cay Resort is right next door to the Orange County Convention Center, and less than 10 minutes away from all major theme parks, including SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World. You'll never want to go home when you choose to stay in the elegant Orlando Dreams townhome!
Vista Cay Resort is right next to Universal Studios and a stone’s throw from International Drive, this luxury resort offers sophisticated Mediterranean Style Luxury in an elegant tropical Orlando Floridian resort setting.
Here you have the opportunity to dial down the pace and live that resort life. At the same time you are only minutes from all Orlando has to offer.
The Resort Clubhouse offers a wide variety of entertainment options which including a world class large free-form "infinity edge" pool and hot spa surrounded by palm trees. Lush landscaping with a full view of Lake Cay. Inside the hotel style clubhouse you find a fully equipped business center, with desktop computers and printer, a game room with billiard tables, arcade games, a movie theatre and presentation room, a state of the art fitness center, top of the line cardio machines and an Expedia Local Expert Concierge desk open daily from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Guests are required to provide identification in the form of an ‘ID selfie' and Health Declaration, confirm the names and ages of all adults who will be attending the property, as well as completing a signed rental agreement’. This must be completed within 24 hours of placing the reservation or prior to arrival (which ever is the sooner’).
Please note. We welcome seasoned primary bookers/travelers aged 25 and over and their young families in this truly amazing family home! Groups largely consisting of those close to or under 25 or living in the local area are not able to rent this home. A selfie ID is required to rent this home.
If you cancel your reservation within the designated cancellation period, you will be eligible for a full refund. However, please note that 3.5% of any payments made will be deducted to cover card processing fees. This fee applies to each transaction, as we incur these charges from the payment provider whenever a transaction is processed or refunded. The remaining balance will be promptly returned to your account.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Shine Villas
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Tropical Resort Luxury Next to Universal Experience the Chill
Vista Cay Resort by Shine Villas, Next to Universal #821 Orlando
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Orlando within a short 16-minute walk of Shingle Creek Golf Course. You'll also find Aquatica and The Orlando Eye at ICON Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Close to Universal and Convention Centre a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a private pool, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Close to Universal and Convention Centre?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is 12.4 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is located 12.7 mi away (21-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Close to Universal and Convention Centre?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Close to Universal and Convention Centre.
Close to Universal and Convention Centre Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great place to stay if attending a convention at convention center.
Justin
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diamond B.
May 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
The place was nice, no complaints. Neighborhood was quiet and beautiful. Everything is with distance.
Diamond B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Marisa D.
Mar 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good enough
Property was ok. A bit old and outdated. Shag carpet questionable. Glasses were dirty. Great that every room has its own bathroom. A bit awkward that the washer and dryer is in the downstairs bedroom. All in all was ok since we weren’t there all day. Only to sleep.
Marisa D.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
natalie c., Smiths Station
Feb 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Coming back soon
Looking forward to returning. Close enough to the park, not much traffic and comfortable lodging.
natalie c.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Trish G.
Feb 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect place
Nice place, location was great. Definitely needs some minor maintenance, as when we go there, the box spring was replaced. We were told the dishwasher didn't work, and the tv in the living room also had issues. We were also told the dishwasher was going to be replaced while we were there, no one ever came by to replace it. We ended up fixing the tv ourselves. For what we needed the place for, it was perfect.
The house was nice, if you are looking for a clean place to stay, and not worried about the other stuff, which is easy fixes, I highly recommend it.
Trish G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
6/10 Okay
Sara K.
Nov 10, 2022
A Place to Sleep and Shower
The pictures online make this condo appear better than it actually is. It was a little musty smelling, the carpeting should probably be replaced. Overall, the place is somewhat outdated and needs some upgrades. It was fine for our stay because all we did was sleep and shower. The king size bed upstairs squeaks and creaks every time you move around. It's not too comfortable. And the bathroom floor and walls were dirty. The ground floor bed is great. The whole place needs a thorough deep cleaning from top to bottom. The neighborhood is fine, good location. I would not stay here again though, mainly because of lack of cleanliness.
Sara K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle N.
Aug 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great time when we stayed here. It was really close to our venue, and the host was very attentive of details and quick to respond back.
Michelle N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
James B.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property great location
This place nice and clean it had all that we needed and was close to everything. Definitely would stay here again.
James B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda E.
Jun 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home away for a week
We stayed on the property with 2 kids between 1 and 2 years old. Most of our time was spent on the middle floor in the open kitchen/living room. The washer and dryer were nice to have to keep up with a weeks worth of laundry. Plenty of nearby stores to stock the kitchen with food. Neighbors were quiet. There is a road outside the property that could be heard at times from the bedrooms but we use a sound machine to sleep so that was easy to block. We put baby gates up at the top and bottom of the main stairs to block the littles from venturing off. They have Disney+ available on the TV. YouTube would be nice to have for the kid videos but we just used our phones and iPad on the available wifi. We would stay here again if we are in the area.
Rhonda E.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Felicia H.
May 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Good for family with older kids.
I should've looked into this more. I loved staying here, but I failed to read it and missed that its a 3 story building. Me having back problems with a 3 month old and 1 1/2 yr old was issue. My daughter kept going to the stairs and I was paranoid the entire time I couldn't relax. I ached everytime I used the stairs. If you have back problems and you don't excercise like I do, your gona get worn out with the stairs. I'm only 30 and I had children back to back so my hips and back ache most of the time. This just wasn't safe for my little ones. I loved that they had the pack and play and extra soft blankets and pillows in the closet! Wow the beds were so comfortable! Couches were so comfortable too! Wow and the carpets gosh I loved it! Very clean and spacious. I definitely recommended to my other fam and friends to use this property for future stay.
Felicia H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Greg L., La Salle, USA
Mar 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This place was perfect. Centrally located for all the theme parks and was the perfect home away from home for our family during our stay. Couldn't have asked for better! When we return to Florida this will be our go to place!
Greg L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
2/10 Terrible
rebecca r.
Mar 12, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
unbelievable in a bad way
upon arrival, after check in time, the villa was never cleaned after the last people checked out. it was as if the previous renters had just left. The place smelled like marijuana. Management sent over 3 people, one of which had bad body odor to clean the villa. first morning after check in, my car was keyed., 2nd night, they were repaving the road, and we had to park and walk one half mile home. 3 morning sticker threatening to tow my car. unbelievable
rebecca r.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
6/10 Okay
Michael S., Asheville NC, USA
Feb 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location - unit is just ok
My team and I stayed at this condo for a convention. The condo is conveniently located nearby the convention center so that was a plus. There’s also a nice pool, and a Publix grocery store & restaurants are just across the street so that’s convenient The unit itself is just OK. The kitchen has spartan furnishings. We had do use bathroom towels as there were no dish towels. The AC struggles to keep the condo cool and it was only 80° outside while we were there. Amenity access cards were not provided upon check in and the management company gave us very little check in and check out information. The place is reasonably priced, although I’ve stayed in several other units in Vista Cay that were appointed much better. If you just need affordable crash pad this will do.
Michael S.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Monica G.
Jul 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for price and location
Had a lot to offer on and near property. Close to parks and regular shopping. I would definitely stay there again. Seemed quite secure and everyone was helpful.
Monica G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
2/10 Terrible
DAVID W.
Jul 22, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Absolutely terrible
Vrbo as an app is perfectly fine. Just don't stay at Vista Cay resorts in Orlando FL. The unit at 5002 Tideview circle unit 2 was the worst and the customer support wasn't any better. Dead bugs in the home. Around every sink. When calling for housekeeping said they'd get there when they get there. Broken chairs and broken blinds. Terrible internet connectivity. All tvs had Roku devices but had hard time getting them to run. Not even addressed during our stay. King bed was to be on ground floor but was on the 2nd. Full bed instead of a queen on the ground floor. Kitchen had only a few plates, glasses and bowls. Just a terrible place. Never go there.
DAVID W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
GLORIA F., Randolph, WI USA
Jun 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This place worked out great for our family! We had plenty of room for everyone with privacy for our adult children as well. It was close to the Orange County Convention Center where our high school daughter’s volleyball tournament was being held and was within walking distance of a number of restaurants.
GLORIA F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
John L.
Jun 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and roomy
My wife is a veterinarian and had a conference at the Orange County convention center. This condo was very close to the center. Worked out great for us, we were able to cook at the house. Plenty of room for a large family to enjoy with plenty of bathrooms. House was clean and n a nice area. We would definitely stay there again in the future. Would also definitely recommend to anyone staying in Orlando no matter the size of the party. Thank you John Lawson & Dr Spyder Lawson
John L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
6/10 Okay
Misty D.
May 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Disney family vacation
The townhouse was clean upon arrival, however kitchen is under stocked and not enough towels are provided for a week stay. Also, blinds in kitchen were broken so could not open to go out onto back balcony. The property backs to a busy road and is loud she knows cars speed up and down the road all hours of the night. Not ideal for a toddler to sleep! There were no pool passes and instructions on trash pick up, etc were not communicated.
Misty D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
6/10 Okay
Trisha P.
Apr 9, 2021
Too hot, too noisy, no local channels on tv.
The condo was reasonably priced. Guest services had quick response time. We had no cards to get in the pool, way too hot in the condo and there were notes not to adjust thermostat to our comfort level is unacceptable. Not properly furnished as others we have stayed in. Too much traffic noise outside to sleep well. No local channels on TV.
Trisha P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
4/10 Poor
Clark W.
Mar 30, 2021
Coulda, woulda, should have......booked a different property.
Great location however the kitchen was under stocked. No salt and pepper shakers, dish washer soap, nor dish towels. I contacted the property manager who advised me to purchase some and to submit a receipt to the company for reimbursement. I explained to Kate that it was not worth the time to do her company's reimbursement paperwork for the cost of dish towels. It appears as though the property manager's office is next door to the Publix grocery store where she could have purchased the kitchen towels. I advised Kate that I would be writing this negative review as to not sound like a whinner.
The bathrooms also did not include hand drying towels. When I inquired from the property manager they advised that no additional towels, to include some hand drying towels were available.
After grocery shopping the first evening placed a sealed container of rolls on the counter. After a few hours, saw that ants had decided to infest the kitchen counter. Property mngr. did provide an extermination the following day. Thursday evening up arriving to condo. found that the air conditioner had stopped working during the day. Property mngr. did fix the a/c the following day. Shine Villa's documentation within the condo. is subpar. Docs. don't tell renter the days when garbage pickup occurs nor anything regarding recycling. The documentation regarding 911 tells renter when not to call 911 but does not include the address to the actual condo. in the event of an emergency. The vertical blind's cord in the kitchen is broken. The master bathroom's door squeaks loudly. The kitchen's slider screen door doesn't close completely.
If I had it to do over, I would have chosen a different property.
Clark W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Jason V.
Mar 23, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
not perfect, but pretty good.
Several little items that were sub par and/or not functioning, but overall that property was good. The neighborhood was good as well. Mostly quiet. A couple issues with some noise at 2 am on the weekend, very quick and minor. They even had a patrol going around to check things were in order in the evenings.