Nestled in the upscale Dr. Philipps area of Orlando, Big Sand Lake Villa offers a tranquil retreat with a private patio and covered balcony overlooking the serene lake. Unwind in your own 2-story garden-style townhouse, complete with cathedral ceilings, ceramic tiles, hardwood floors and smart TV.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Laundry room
Gym
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
That is the real Big Sand Lake, one of Florida's purest natural lakes you see in the picture and the breathtaking Sunsets Sunrises from the living room and patio. ...and Disney Fireworks too!
Located in the upscale Dr. Philipps area of Orlando, right in the middle of the 3 main Theme Parks - Disney, Universal, and Sea World. Our villa is privately owned and managed. No timeshare presentation is involved as we are not part of the Westgate timeshares.
Our Lakefront Villa offers the comforts of your own home as a preferred alternative to a hotel room and lets you live in your own 2-story garden-style townhouse. Tastefully decorated, 2 Bedrooms and 2 Baths, 3 queen-size beds that sleep 6 comfortably, a Patio, a covered Balcony, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, cookware, dishware. Starter linens, towels, and supplies are provided.
In addition to better value, more than a hotel stay, there is complete privacy, the liberty to be able to prepare your own meals at your leisure, and more living space. As our previous guest who returns year after year wrote: 'our kids enjoy their own loft apartment upstairs.'
Our Lake Front Villa features such vacation comforts as: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling Ceramic Tiles/Hardwood Floors Smart TV in the living room Air-conditioning/Ceiling Fan Separate Master Bedroom with en suite Bathroom 1st floor Patio/Balcony Cooking Facilities/Cookware/Dishes/Coffee-maker Microwave/Refrigerator Hair Dryer/Iron/Ironing Board Linens and Towels Provided Non-smoking Rooms except patio & balcony Laundry Facilities Elderly accessible FREE Hi-Speed Spectrum Wireless Internet Access FREE Parking NO Resort Fees If You Don't See Dates Open Contact The Owner For 2 Bedroom Units At The Same Great Location. COME & HAVE FUN IN THE ORLANDO SUN!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
No lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside Patio & Balcony only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
Things to do
Gym
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: $100. per pet for the duration, pet friendly villa
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside Patio & Balcony only
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Orlando, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Golf Club and Mystic Dunes Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Orange County Convention Center and Aquatica. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex or Camping World Stadium. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Orlando travel guide
Is $88 .DISNEY LakeFRONTSunsets SeaWorld Universal Convention Waterparks3Beds2Baths pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at $88 .DISNEY LakeFRONTSunsets SeaWorld Universal Convention Waterparks3Beds2Baths?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at $88 .DISNEY LakeFRONTSunsets SeaWorld Universal Convention Waterparks3Beds2Baths?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at $88 .DISNEY LakeFRONTSunsets SeaWorld Universal Convention Waterparks3Beds2Baths?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is $88 .DISNEY LakeFRONTSunsets SeaWorld Universal Convention Waterparks3Beds2Baths located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Orange County Convention Center, Aquatica and Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets. CoCo Key Water Resort is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2 story townhouse right on a lake. Beautiful view from our patio and a walk path all around the lake. 3 miles from Universal Studios and Sea World. 15 minutes from Disney. Tons of restaurants and shopping also all around. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
Very nice location. Property was very comfortable and well furnished. Only issue was the hot water in the downstairs master bedroom ran out quickly. Upstairs hot water lasted longer, so everybody upstairs got hot showers. Overall a very nice experience.
If you like a dirty, rundown place. Then come here. There was hair everywhere, ants, bugs, brown stains on the towels, red stains on the sheets, overall disgusting. Pictures on the listing look NOTHING like the place itself. Very poorly cleaned. Felt disgusting staying there.
Property was as advertised. We were about 7 minutes (depending on traffic) from Universal Studios.
Henry T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
5-Star Stay – Perfect for Convention and Family Travel
I attended an international convention at the Orange County Convention Center and brought along my elderly mother and her health care aide. This was my first time using VRBO, so I was understandably a bit nervous. However, the experience exceeded all expectations.
The owners were outstanding—communicative, thoughtful, and thorough in explaining the details of their property. From booking to check-out, everything went smoothly.
The unit itself was exactly as described: clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. With two bedrooms, three beds, and two full bathrooms, it provided ample space for our needs. Having two parking spots conveniently located near the unit was a huge plus.
Overall, I give both the property and the owners my highest rating. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Very affordable, needed to be close to ORMC. My daughter n I had to be @ hospital for my niece. It was very close and is convenient to all attractions. The house layout is perfect for families due to it sleeping 6/2.. The apartment was not dirty it was dingy. If visiting theme parks it would definitely be the location to rent . Thank for our personal haven for the 4 days.
CARYL H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cheryl E.
12 Feb 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Good for short stay - excellent location for Orlando parks
This is a place to stay while going to the Parks in Orlando. We had signed up for 7 weeks and was not a good fit for that length of time. Bathrooms / kitchen / frig were clean and appropriately stocked. The walls could use a good cleaning , and carpet needs deep cleaning or replacement. The management company was very gracious to allow us to find a more appropriate placement. Again if using for a place to sleep while you go to the parks all day - would recommend.
Over all the stay was good, but there were some concerns.
1 ceiling fans in bathrooms were very dirty.
2 toaster held together with scotch tape
3 stove only had 1 burner that worked.
4 rats were all over the outside.
Terry E.
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Dianne M.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Safe area but I was uneasy with the cleanliness
Location was near family and in a safe area, but these units are dated. We saw a cockroach that my husband got rid of and we got no direct response from the mgmt office re: our bug concern. I also found a used face cloth on top of the shower curtain that was missed by the cleaning staff. Lots of stains in the carpets. The coffee carafe still had water in it. The waterproof mattress pad crinkled every time we turned over. The tops of glasses and mugs felt greasy. I was just very uneasy staying there. Cleaning staff leaves something to be desired :(
Dianne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa C.
26 Jan 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Orlando Jan 2023
Overall condo was nice but No instructions for which remotes work tv
Front door was unlocked when we arrived notified owner didn't comment on it
Both toilets have issues with handles not returning to normal positions so took time for tank to fill up
Table and chairs out on patio were never cleaned
Patio lights flickered like a strob light
The stove burners were not operating as shown on the stove wrong burners left rear was lighting for right rear.
My wife was so disgusted. It felt very gross. Things didnt work right. Switch upstairs turns off the room light and the TV downstairs. Checking in at the location was a major challenge and very ridiculous. Probably the worst place we've stayed at. The neighborhood was nice. The backyard has a decent view. None of the porch lights work so you couldn't sit out at night on either porch. Patio furniture looked like they got it from a dumpster. Price was the only saving grace, but Motel 6 might be a better choice. It needs an update and a severe deep clean
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alex R.
13 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
You get what you pay for!
I chose this property because I was looking for an inexpensive 2-bedroom with common area to work and near Universal. The location hits all those marks. The beds are surprisingly comfortable and the AC works. The property manager was also easy to communicate with. The location is safe and has good parking.
That being said, the place has the feel of a cheap motel that has not been updated in 20 years. Its dingy... in a way that no amount of surface cleaning can address; things are slowly falling apart. The common area is very small. The kitchen is missing a dish drying rack - because there is no counter space for it.
So... as the title says - you get what you pay for. And that is why I gave it 3 stars - its ok for the price. The owners should update it - but then, it probably wouldn't be quite as inexpensive.
Alex R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kim L.
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Sketchy
Biggest safety concern was the door latch was being held by one loose screw. Response by Gloria was that maintenance company would be contacted after checkout - 2 weeks away!
Upon arrival, it felt filthy. There were a number of splatters on the walls. I purchased cleaning supplies and cleaned before being comfortable enough to stay.
Also brought to Gloria’s attention is that the kitchen faucet is beyond loose. It feels as though moving it will snap it right off.
Stove burners are cross-wired. Right rear knob turns on left rear burner. Front large burner does not work at all.
We did not nor would I have “lived” upstairs. Carpet is worn, stained and filthy. Curtain rods are falling off the wall. All pictures of listings were blurry and I believe it was intentional. Back patio lights broken. Downstairs toilet runs and chain kept falling off. Yes, bath fan is filthy, but the only good thing is that it exhausts and shouldn’t be coming into the room. Furniture covers covered over nasty sofa and chair.
Gloria also said there was a fitness center next door that I could use for $5/day. WestGate security was unaware of such arrangements.
Overall - dated and dingy feel and decor. Unsatisfactory response to concerns.
The place was fine. The neighbors were kind of loud, the tree by the parking spot needs trimmed (branches on car), no extra toiletries (toilet paper, paper towels, hand towels for bathrooms or kitchen, also no laundry soap on site be sure to bring your own).