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Getting Here

About 20 minutes from Orlando International Airport and 15 minutes from the theme parks. Full directions will be in your booking confirmation. If you have trouble finding us, just reach out.

Need help? Text or call (321) 252-0129.

Parking

1 car in the garage, 2 cars in the driveway, and up to 2 cars on the street. Please be mindful of neighbors when parking on the street.

Check-Out Checklist

1. Turn off all lights, fans, and TVs
2. Set thermostat to 76°F
3. Start the dishwasher if it has dirty dishes
4. Place used towels in the bathtub
5. Take all trash to the outdoor bins
6. Lock all doors and windows
7. Front door auto-locks, no need to do anything with the code

WiFi

High-speed WiFi covers the entire property, including the screened porch. Your network name and password will be emailed before arrival. Handles streaming on multiple devices without issue.

If the connection drops, the router is in the hallway closet. Unplug it for 30 seconds, plug it back in, and give it about a minute.

What We Provide

Enough to get you through the first day or two:

• Toilet paper and paper towels
• Dish soap and sponge
• Hand soap in each bathroom
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
• Fresh linens and towels for all beds and baths
• Keurig coffee pods, sugar, and creamer
• Trash bags (under the kitchen sink)

Fully stocked for anything from a quick breakfast to a proper dinner. Stainless refrigerator, gas range with hood, microwave, dishwasher, Keurig, toaster, and blender. Pots, pans, cutting boards, knives, and a full set of dishes and glassware.

Coffee Bar

K-Cup pods, sugar, creamer, and mugs. The floating shelves above have bar accessories (shaker, jigger, strainer) if you want to mix drinks in the evenings.

Seating

Dining table seats 8. Kitchen island has 4 leather barstools. Total seated capacity in the main living area is 12.

Trash & Recycling

Kitchen trash bags are under the sink. Bins are on the side of the house by the garage.

• Trash pickup: Monday mornings. Roll bins to the curb Sunday night.
• Recycling pickup: Friday. Roll bins out Thursday night.
• Break down cardboard and rinse containers before recycling.

Thermostat

Nest thermostat in the hallway. Turn the dial to adjust. Keep it between 68°F and 76°F during your stay. Set it to 76°F before check-out.

Washer & Dryer

Full-size washer and dryer in the laundry area. Detergent pods and dryer sheets provided. Clean the lint trap after every dryer load.

Garbage Disposal

Wall switch next to the kitchen sink. Run cold water while it's on. Avoid bones, grease, fibrous foods (celery, corn husks), and starchy items (rice, pasta).

TV & Entertainment

Living room smart TV with ROKU. Sign into your own streaming accounts and sign out before you leave. A Bluetooth soundbar is connected for music.

Game room has a full-size pool table with cues. Board games and cards are in the cabinet near the TV. Ping pong table is on the screened porch.

Screened Porch

Fully screened, so no bugs. Ping pong table and an outdoor dining table. String lights switch is just inside the porch door.

Fire Pit & Patio

Paver patio with Acapulco chairs around a fire pit, right at the water's edge. Best spot on the property at sunset. Firewood may be available. Check with us, or pick some up nearby.

Backyard

The property slopes gently to the water. Watch your step at night. Keep the gate closed at all times, especially with kids or pets.

Housekeeping

The house is professionally cleaned between every guest stay. For stays of 7+ nights, mid-stay cleaning can be arranged for a fee. Extra towels are in the hallway closet.

We keep it simple. Treat the house like you'd want someone to treat yours.

• No smoking or vaping inside. Outdoor smoking is fine if kept away from entrances.
• No parties or events that exceed the maximum guest count.
• Pets welcome with the pet fee. Clean up after your pet and don't leave them unattended.
• Quiet hours: 10 PM to 8 AM. We have neighbors.
• Maximum 8 guests overnight. All guests must be listed on the reservation.
• Parking in the driveway only. Up to 3 vehicles. No street or grass parking.
• No swimming in the lake. See the Outdoor & Lake section for details.
• Lock up when leaving. Exterior security cameras are active (no interior cameras).

Dining & Coffee

• Se7en Bites — Southern brunch and bakery. One of the best breakfast spots in Orlando. 5 min.
• Pig Floyd's Urban Barbakoa — Craft BBQ fusion. Local favorite. 5 min.
• The Osprey Tavern — Upscale American, great dinner spot. 8 min.
• SODO District — Multiple dining, coffee, and bar options. 5 min south on S. Orange Ave.
• Starbucks, Dunkin — Both within a 5-minute drive.

Theme Parks

• Walt Disney World — 20 min west on I-4
• Universal Studios Orlando — 15 min north on I-4
• SeaWorld Orlando — 10 min west
• LEGOLAND Florida — 45 min southwest

Shopping & Groceries

• Publix Super Market — 5 min (SODO Plaza)
• Target — 5 min (SODO District)
• Walmart Supercenter — 8 min
• Florida Mall — 15 min south
• The Mall at Millenia — 15 min northwest (Apple, Gucci, Saks)

Getting Around

Uber and Lyft work well in this area. You're about 10 minutes from downtown Orlando and 15-20 from the parks. A car is helpful but not required if you're mostly doing Disney or Universal.

Medical

• Nearest Hospital: Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center — 1414 Kuhl Ave, Orlando. About 10 min.
• Nearest Urgent Care: CareSpot Urgent Care (SODO) — 5 min south on S. Orange Ave.

Safety Equipment

• Smoke detectors in every bedroom and the main living area
• Carbon monoxide detector in the hallway
• Fire extinguisher under the kitchen sink
• First aid kit in the hallway closet

Fire Safety

If there's a fire, get out immediately and call 911. The fire extinguisher is under the kitchen sink, but only use it on small, contained fires. Once outside, go to the front of the property and wait for emergency services.

Severe Weather

Florida thunderstorms are common June through September. During severe weather warnings, stay inside and away from windows. For hurricane warnings, follow local emergency management directives. Charge your devices and keep an eye on local news.

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