Had an excellent time and experience at The Magical Portal House! Very spacious, very comfortable, exceeded every one of my expectations! Not only was the house a dream to live in, the owners took the experience over the top! My girlfriend and I were unlucky enough to be visiting during a tropical storm, and our return flight was canceled. We notified the owners and they told us to take the extra days until we could catch a flight home! Such a huge relief during a very stressful time! Other things that impressed me are listed below, in no particular order:
Ample parking in the area. Never had an issue needing to park far away from the location, even with multiple cars already parked from our group
I like to cook, and the kitchen was fully furnished with everything I needed to make food for my group, given most short term rental locations provide the bare minimum for cooking.
The arcade was easily the most visually striking part of the house, and that’s saying a lot. I spent probably too much time in there playing the arcade cabinet with the hundreds of classic games, finally seeing the end of a few of them because of the unlimited play.
Being able to swim in the private pool protected from the mosquitoes was a rare treat that I rarely get to enjoy.
Impressive media set ups in every bedroom and the two common areas, complete with all the streaming services I wanted to use. The Star Wars theme song really hits different when there’s a speaker system that does it justice. And despite all the tvs and speakers, I was still able to have my own quiet private area away from everything when I wanted it.
Safe and secure location due to the neighborhood check in gate, didn’t have to worry about random people walking around the area or having to lock up valuables/hiding things in the cars
Extremely convenient location in proximity to the Disney parks, Universal theme park, and even just the highway to get to the different places we wanted to visit.
Absolutely rated 10/10, would recommend to anyone planning to visit the area. Perfect for multiple families/groups, or even for a single family/small groups! Definitely going to book again with Jenny and Pat. Have already recommended this place to all my...
Read moreWe stayed at The Magic Portal House in September and it more than exceeded our expectations. It was absolutely amazing and it truly was our dream vacation home. When searching for a villa to book, this one stood out to us and the hosts Patrick and Jenny were really great to deal with throughout the booking stages. Patrick and Jenny, were incredibly accommodating and went out of their way to ensure that our stay was as enjoyable as possible. They were always available to answer our questions and more than happy to provide tips to help us make the most of our park tickets. Patrick and Jenny were such phenomenal hosts. They were kind and very responsive throughout our trip, and they truly went above and beyond to make our stay the best we've ever experienced. Even when our flights were cancelled, they were quick to extend our stay (twice).
The house is located in a very safe, quiet, gated neighbourhood in Championsgate close to the Walt Disney World Resort. The location was very convenient, with easy access to restaurants and grocery stores in Championsgate. There is club house with lazy river which is only a short 5 minute walk.
Each room, with its own different Disney theme, artwork, and decor were amazing! Our boys never wanted to leave the house.. they absolutely loved the games room and the pool and were always fully entertained on non park days. In all honesty, our boys preferred ‘stay at home’ days. The house was clean and spacious and the kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could ever need.
Overall, our experience at this Villa was nothing short of exceptional, and we are already planning our next visit. Thank you, Patrick and Jenny, for your outstanding hospitality and for creating such a welcoming and enjoyable environment for our family. We highly recommend this Villa to anyone looking for a memorable place to stay in the Championsgate area! We are so pleased that we booked The Magic...
Read moreWe recently stayed at this fantastic Villa in Championsgate, Florida for 18 nights from January 25th, 2024, and it exceeded all our expectations. Our family of 8, including our youngest son who is Autistic, felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The spacious accommodations provided plenty of room for all of us, and our son was especially thrilled with the Avengers themed room, which became his favorite spot in the villa.
The location couldn't have been more convenient, with easy access to restaurants and grocery stores in Championsgate. Additionally, the short five-minute walk to the Club House was a huge bonus, as our children had an amazing time in the Lazy River and Play Area. The owners, Patrick and Jenny, were incredibly accommodating and went out of their way to ensure that our stay was as enjoyable as possible. They were always available to answer our questions and provided valuable tips to help us make the most of our park reservations.
Overall, our experience at this Villa was nothing short of exceptional, and we're already looking forward to our next visit. Thank you, Patrick and Jenny, for your outstanding hospitality and for creating such a welcoming and enjoyable environment for our family. We highly recommend this Villa to anyone looking for a memorable and stress-free holiday in the...
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