Hollyoak family. 28 March \u2013 11 April 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We had a lovely family holiday & have made lots of special memories. Your home has been great for our family \u2013 practical & met all our needs. We have visited lots of parks in the time we have been here, been very busy fitting it all in but lots of fun has been had! Round of golf was very enjoyable & the kids have loved the pool & the squirrels, rabbits & birds we have seen. Home now for a rest! Gill, Steve & family. We had a lovely holiday. We went to loads of parks & we met loads of characters. We had loads of times in & out of the pool but we have to go home again. We loved the pool & our rooms. But now we are going home for a rest! Hollyoak children.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Karen & Rob. 23 Dec 2025 \u2013 6 Jan 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in your beautiful home! We have stayed at Southern Dunes many times in the past, but this villa is hands down the best! Your home is incredibly very well maintained, very well equipped, & exceptionally clean. We spent most of our time in & by the pool, which was lovely. We did have a few cold days but it was so relaxing to sit back & watch the squirrels playing & the birds feeding just outside the pool area. From the great shower to the perfect location within the community, everything was spot on. A huge well done & warmest wishes to the owners, Hazel & Joe, for such a lovely home. We are already looking forward to our next booking. Sadly we have to go home now. Karen & Rob.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Petrie family. 1st July \u2013 22nd July 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for having us back to our second home! This is our favourite place in the world, which is why we have been coming for years. Couldn\u2019t ask for a better location for everything we love doing. Petrie family. Aberdeenshire, UK.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Vann family. 10 June \u2013 24 June 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your villa and facilities for our special holiday. It was a perfect base for our visits to Disney World resorts and Universal Studios which I will remember with new experiences and fondness of the time spent with my son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. The pool was a welcome end of day reward for our visits out in the brilliant sunshine. Many memories have been made here which we will always cherish. Many thanks. Vann family, Doncaster, UK.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cracknell family. 23 May \u2013 6 June 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely villa. We loved our \u2018lazy\u2019 time in the pool, watching the birds, squirrels and lizards. We\u2019ve had a brilliant 2 weeks, filled with lots of fun at Universal, Seaworld, Clearwater beach & Nasa \u2013 we even got to see a rocket launch! Manny\u2019s Chophouse & Millers Ale House were our eating out highlights, Culvers for delivery was delicious. We are sad to be leaving, but hope to return a.s.a.p. Cracknell family, Derby, U.K.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Smith family 16 Jan \u2013 6 Feb 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n Happy to be back for a second time to escape the UK winter, although the first 10 days were cold & wet ( had to put the heating on & buy jumpers!). Luckily lovely weather since and we have enjoyed sitting out and watching all the birds on the feeder, we\u2019ve seen all sorts! No new places to recommend apart from Circle B nature reserve ( 40 min drive) where we got up close to alligators and saw bald eagles! And our first trip to Culvers, which we enjoyed ( frozen custard!). They did a great veggie burger too. Thank you for a lovely return stay.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Balmedie, United Kingdom \u2013 July 2022<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perfect\u2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n We visited the villa in July 22. Two adult and 3 children ages 10, 9 and 6. The villa was perfect had everything that was required and great to return to at the end of a busy day at the parks. The villa overlooked a golf course and was peaceful. The pool and outdoor seating area was great, and all the children learned to swim in the two weeks. The owner Hazel kept in touch to see if we had settled in and made us most welcome. This villa is perfect, and I would definitely recommend.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Muldoon Family, Ontario Canada – April 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n We had a wonderful 5 weeks reprieve from the Canadian cold & snow. We enjoyed the Sun, pool & house amenities. We were also able to golf on the Southern Dunes course two times. We enjoyed our stay in Southern Dunes so much we have booked again for 2020!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cary. – Feb 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We had no hesitation in returning again to Hazel & Joe\u2019s lovely villa, where we have had so many happy family holidays. Southern Dunes is a delightful and tranquil gated community, yet within an easy drive to the Orlando attractions and theme parks, whilst also convenient to go either direction to the many lovely coastal towns, south to Bok Gardens etc. It also has the convenience of supermarkets, shops and restaurants on your doorstep just outside of the community in Haines City, or even at the Southern Dunes clubhouse, a short walk away. The villa and pool deck are beautifully kept and clean, all overlooking the tended fairway of the golf course. It\u2019s just an idyllic setting to sit, watch the birds and squirrels in the trees, read, swim, bbq and eat by the heated pool with a glass of wine in your hand. The villa is homely but well appointed, having aircon, wifi, cable TV, DVD etc. But, unlike so many rentals, is also well equipped for relaxing, cooking and dining. The garage is also well stocked with various games, bikes, sports equipment and pool inflatables. Highly recommended, which our return to in 2021 was unfortunately cancelled due to Covid restrictions. Hopefully, we will be there again soon<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n David (Returning Guest) \u2013 2016, 2017,2018 & 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beautiful Villa \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Stayed at this Villa four times already and booked for 2022 Fabulous amenities and wonderful location for golf, shop\u2019s and restaurants. Everything you need in the Villa and service on hand if required, Stayed in 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Passmore – November 2021<\/p>\n\n\n\n Excellent Beautiful villa in excellent location You deal direct with the owners who are very helpful We had planned further visits but due to COVID had to cancel We have stopped here a few times Highly recommend this villa<\/p>\n\n\n\n Paula. – November 2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fantastic villa We stayed in the villa for 10 days and it was beautiful, really spacious and well equipped on a lovely gated community, there was lots leaflets left with discount coupons on which was incredibly thoughtful. It is a really good location, close to all of the parks, we loved having the villa for some down time and it was definitely home away from home. Looking forward to returning now Covid restrictions are lifted, having had to cancel twice<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Robert & Lita, Twyford, England \u2013 December 2018<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for the stay in your villa. Great location and secure. Would recommend the golf club for food and the best ribeye steak we have ever had from Manny\u2019s Chop House, 5 mins in the car away. Poll has been fab.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Simpson Family, Ontario, Canada \u2013 March 2018<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you very much for the use of your beautiful home. It is so comfortable. We have had a wonderful time. Too fast, but very relaxing. Hopefully we will be able to stay here again<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alder \u2013 March 2017<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n A thoroughly enjoyable stay We met the owners by chance at their property in 2013 and have looked for an opportunity to stay in Sandhurst Villa ever since. This year we finally got to stay there and it lived up to our expectations in every respect. We have stayed in other properties on Southern Dunes many times and this one is right up there with the best! We loved the south-facing pool and the view across the fairway. The villa is very well furnished and decorated \u2013 it feels up-to-date, especially with English 3-pin sockets and USB connections. Hazel is very friendly, helpful and easy to get along with. We would have no hesitation in recommending this property to other visitors.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sills Family. Halifax, U.K. – September 2016<\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ve had a great 5 weeks in your villa & wish we could stay forever! This is our 4th visit in a row to Southern Dunes & this is the best villa we\u2019ve rented. We\u2019ve already booked to return for another 5 weeks next year! Thanks for your concern during hurricane Matthew, & to Neale at Essex Management for being in touch.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Newborough Family. Chesterfield, U.K. \u2013 July 2016<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for letting us stay in your lovely villa. This is a lovely place to stay \u2013 nice & quiet. Would recommend this villa to everybody. Hazel & Joe very helpful. \u201dOut of this world\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cannon Family. Liverpool, U.K. (Returning Guest) \u2013 May 2016<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful villa once again. It really does feel like home from home. We\u2019ve used the games room & pool a lot & have had a fantastic time. If we decide to return to Florida, we\u2019d love to stay in your villa again \u2013 we love it here! Cannon Family (parents). We\u2019ve all had a great time in the villa & pool. It\u2019s very homely & welcoming. The whole family has had smiles on their faces since we came! Thank you for making us feel warm & at home. We just love it here & can\u2019t wait to return. Lottie ( age 11) & Kieran ( age 14)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hough Family. Manchester, U.K. \u2013 March 2016<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you so much for allowing us to use your beautiful villa. The pool was great to come back to after an exhausting day at the parks. The teenagers appreciated the Wi-Fi. In fact, the villa is a home from home for us & we weren\u2019t stuck for anything at all. The games room is great & most nights we had a family competition. Also a big thank you to Hazel for the caring way she dealt with our booking \u2013 keeping in touch \u2013 even the day before we left home to wish us a nice time. Lovely touch.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tait Family. Scotland. \u2013 October 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for allowing us to use your wonderful villa for our 1st ever trip to Florida. We\u2019ve had an amazing time. The villa was like a home from home for us \u2013 a great place to relax after a hard day at a park. Can\u2019t wait for our next return!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Eagleton Family. Wirral, U.K. (Returning Guest) \u2013 September 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hard to believe it\u2019s been 4 years since our last visit here. Everything was just as we remembered it \u2013 perfect! Only here for 1 week this time, but looking forward to coming back a lot sooner next time. It was so nice to just chill & relax after our road trips to Naples on the Gulf coast, & Miami. Looking forward to our next return.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n McGaw Family. Scotland. \u2013 September 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for the use of your lovely villa. We just wish it could have been longer for us. Our favourite part was being able to play golf so close to the villa & come back to relax by the pool. Also having a 24 hour Walmart so close to hand was a bonus. All in all, we\u2019ve had a great holiday! Thanks so much.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Benson Family. Dalkeith, Scotland. \u2013 July 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely villa. The pool was great, would love to have spent more time in it. We were glad to have the pool to come back to after a long day at the parks. The international calls were a big help as my Papa is not well at the moment. Thanks again for letting us stay in your gorgeous villa.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Flood Family. Paisley, Scotland. \u2013 June 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ve had a wonderful holiday here in Sandhurst Villa. We loved having the pool to cool down in the afternoon. We loved the location \u2013 very quiet. Husband is a golfer, so he was delighted!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Smith Family (Returning Guest) \u2013 January 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n So pleased we were able to book a return visit at short notice. We had checked before & there was no vacancy. Just hope whoever had to cancel didn\u2019t have bad luck. Of course we had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for sharing your home. Hopefully we\u2019ll get another chance to enjoy this again before 5 more years!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n