Our Christmas in Arkvilla
Author: Joyce from Ottowa, Canada
Review submitted: January 9, 2010 Date of stay: December 21, 2009
Ark Villa was everything I wanted for our family Christmas in Florida. When searching homes I sent many enquiries but Sandra was the only one to respond almost immediately by telephone. I could tell from our first conversation that I had found a gem. The Villa is immaculate, well furnished, very spacious and comfortable. Because the kitchen is so well equipped I was able to prepare a complete Christmas dinner with no difficulty.
The pool was great and my 7-year-old granddaughter just loved it. Sandra is a very pleasant host and makes you feel very welcome.
We enjoyed the bottle of wine Sandra left as a welcome gift, poolside in the sun with the temperature in the 20s thinking about the rest of our family back in Ottawa with temperatures hovering at -25.
I highly recommend Ark Villa for your holiday visit to Orlando. It was awesome.
Best Ever Family Holiday
Author: Steve from Kiddermister, Worcs, UK
Review submitted: January 9, 2010 Date of stay: October 19, 2009
We booked 'Arkvilla' back in April 2009, this was following a long drawn out trawl of a number of websites. We kept going back to view 'Arkvilla' as there was something very appealing about this place. We are so glad we did as this has been the best family holiday ever.
The accommodation is absolutely splendid, spotlessly clean, spacious, tastefully decorated in a beautiful location.
'Arkvilla' is in an ideal location for travelling to the Disney and other theme parks. The local supermarket Publix is a few minutes drive away, Applebees restaurant is also good value and friendly service, recommend that you pop in to 'Linksters' bar, all of the bar staff are very friendly, particularly Anthony, it's a bit like 'Cheers'.
Following a tiring day at the theme parks it was a real pleasure to come back to 'Arkvilla' and chill out by the pool with a glass of wine.
My advice to anyone considering booking 'Arkvilla' do it now as tomorrow someone may beat you to it.
I promise you this, you will not be disappointed and like us you will want to return at the earliest opportunity
Great Family Holiday
Author: Grahame from Glasgow, Scotland
Review submitted: January 9, 2010 Date of stay: October 4, 2010
Our 14 day stay at ARKVILLA was one of the best, most relaxing family holidays we have ever spent. This was our fist experience renting a villa & I can categorically say that it will not be our last. When we return to Florida it will definitely be back to ARKVILLA.
Lets start with the booking. We booked late, very late, yet the whole transaction could not have been handled any better, from receiving directions & instructions, giving tips on the best places to visit locally to the return of the deposit, it was all handled swiftly & with the minimum of fuss. Thank you Sandra
The villa itself is fantastic, the photographs on the website, although very good do not do justice to how spacious yet homely & comfortable the house actually is. So much so that we spent more than a few lazy mornings lounging by the pool instead of doing the usual park / tourist things that Florida is renowned for. The games room is well equipped with pool table, air hockey, dart board & playtstation 2. The bedrooms & lounge are immaculate & the pool area has plenty of room .
The kitchen also has everything you would need, including blender & coffee maker & everything in the house is spotlessly clean. We found the villa a great base to not only do the parks but to visit the beaches on each of the coasts. Cocoa Beach & Clearwater you can easily drive to & if you leave early enough you can have a great day at either place. Cocoa was just over an hour away & Clearwater a little bit further, but it was worth it to visit such beautiful beaches.
We made good use of the icebox we found in the villa & packed a great picnic. Lakeridge Winery was another place we visited, but make sure you check the events section of their website as its better to go when they have something on. We went on a weekend where they had a Classic Car show, live music & food available. We had a good fun afternoon for only $2 entry. Oh and free wine tasting
On most holidays after 10 or 12 days spent returning to a hotel room each night we are ready to come home. With this holiday it felt that each night we were coming home. Thank you again for the great holiday.