Emerald Island Resort Kissimmee/Orlando Florida - Guest Reviews
Reviews of our privately owned BOOK-DIRECT vacation rentals
Reviews by Villa
Great rental experience (repeat guest); [Tropical Magic]
All was great with the rental. Quiet and safe place and is not far from Disney parks. This is our 2nd time renting Emerald Island properties from Sri. Everyone was happy happy! Sri takes care of you with effortless check in and out and any questions you may have.
Darrel Shankles (Fort Payne, AL, USA)
Arrival Date: Mar 29, 2025
Review Date: Apr 02, 2025
Best Family Accommodations for Disney and Universal!; [Tropical Magic]
We have reserved homes with Emerald Island Rentals for several years and every experience has been excellent. Our most recent stay in March 2025 at Tropical Magic was our favorite home yet. The owner is fantastic - communication is prompt and he puts in the full effort to resolve any issues immediately. These rentals are perfect for a family vacation to Disney and Universal for providing a relaxing and peaceful space after returning home from the theme parks. Having a private pool and spa with an outdoor grill is very nice to cook a meal and eat outside enjoying the sound of the many songbirds that serenaded us this spring. The ride to Disney parks is about 10 minutes and Universal about 40 minutes. These homes are clean, well-maintained and the Emerald Island Resorts has beautiful landscaping, basketball court, shuffleboard, tennis and pickle ball. This is the only place we will stay during our Orlando vacations, highly recommend!
Elena Rice (Truro, MA, USA)
Arrival Date: Mar 08, 2025
Review Date: Apr 21, 2025
Great place to stay; [Tropical Magic]
This property suited our family perfectly! The pool and spa are great. Lots of space for everyone (9 of us). Close to all Disney parks, grocery shopping close by. There were plenty of towels for the pool and bathrooms as well as extra blankets if needed. The games room is awesome!
Sri always responds quickly if anything develops and looks after things in a timely manner.
Brian F (London, ON, Canada)
Arrival Date: Feb 22, 2025
Review Date: Mar 01, 2025
An excellent rental near Disney; [Tropical Magic]
This is an excellent rental house that has everything that we needed during our stay.
Sheila Mejia (West Roxbury, MA, USA)
Arrival Date: Jan 01, 2025
Review Date: Jan 04, 2025
5 star villa!; [Tropical Magic]
We had a great time. It was my daughter's 5th birthday and we decided to celebrate at Disney and this place was a huge hit. The owner was very responsive and kept us updated on everything, every step of the way. Disney was super close. In fact, everything was just a few minutes drive away. We are heading back to Disney next year again and are looking forward to staying here again.
Jernise Saunders (Ridgefield, WA, USA)
Arrival Date: Dec 18, 2024
Review Date: Dec 28, 2024
Convinient and affordable; [Tropical Magic]
We really appreciated the hospitality and the house. We will certainly be back to this villa in the future.
Ryan Paulik (Vail, AZ, USA)
Arrival Date: Dec 05, 2024
Review Date: Dec 22, 2024
Fun and Relaxing; [Tropical Magic]
Once again, my time spent at Emerald Island Resort has been wonderful. The home is cozy and has everything needed for comfort and the staff provides top tier services. I will be back.
Karin Searcy
Karin Searcy (Mableton, GA, United States)
Arrival Date: Aug 10, 2024
Review Date: Aug 18, 2024
Awesome stay; [Tropical Magic]
We had an awesome stay at the Tropical Magic home at Emerald Island. From first contact our questions were answered very thoroughly and quickly. Once we arrived the check-in process was seamless. The house was clean and tidy, the kitchen was very well equipped. Beds and sofas were comfortable.
Our questions were answered immediately and one minor issue we had was resolved in a very timely manner(within an hour of asking). I highly recommend this property and rental agency.
Tita DeMattos (Cobourg, Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Jun 29, 2024
Review Date: Jul 08, 2024
Lovely spacious villa, ideally located; [Tropical Magic]
Tropical Magic is a comfortable well equiped villa ideally located for visits to the Disney parks. The 4 king size ensuite bedrooms worked really well for our party of 8 adults and 1 child. We especially enjoyed the large covered outdoor area and pool.
Sri was easy to contact and quick to respond. We would definately recommend this villa.
Claire Coleman (Alvechurch, Worcestershire, United Kingdom)
Arrival Date: Mar 23, 2024
Review Date: May 07, 2024
Disney Getaway; [Tropical Magic]
Sri was amazing to deal with. He responded by text, phone and email quickly. He was sincere and helpful at every turn. The pool and hot tub are relatively new and lovely. The exposure and privacy are terrific. The interior is not new but definitely has been well updated and worked for us. The kitchen was adjacent to the pool area and den and provided for easy gathering. Easy commute to Disney and Mickey/Minnie
David Ehrentreu (Voorhees, NJ, USA)
Arrival Date: Dec 02, 2023
Review Date: Dec 15, 2023
Great Communication; [Tropical Magic]
Sri made sure our stay was perfect! Not only were we given multiple ways of contacting Sri, but he stayed in contact with us leading up to and after our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. In addition to the great communication, the location was incredible! Short drives to all our favorite places with the added bonus of a secure location with awesome amenities! 10/10 recommend and we'll definitely be going back!
Brittany Woodson (Richmond, VA)
Arrival Date: Nov 18, 2023
Review Date: Nov 28, 2023
Owner Response:
We understand that vacations can be stressful, so we try to be of assistance as much as we can. We love to keep in constant communication with our guests so that they can enjoy our rentals in Emerald Island. Glad to know that Brittany and her family enjoyed their stay. There is nothing more satisfying than being told we are 10/10.
Large and comfortable villa as described; [Tropical Magic]
We had a wonderful couple of weeks at the villa. It was great to have 4 king sized en-suite bedrooms and sufficient sun loungers for 8 adults. The villa was equipped with everything we needed. I would be happy to stay here again and would highly recommend to others (but stay three weeks as 2 wasn't long enough for us!) The owner was approachable and easily contacted at all stages of the booking process. There was a minor item which required attention when we were on site and this was dealt with the same day. One of the highlights was seeing armadillos on our return to the villa of an evening - a very picturesque setting. Thank you for our amazing stay.
Wanda Hooper (Bristol, South Gloucestershire, UK)
Arrival Date: Oct 11, 2023
Review Date: Oct 30, 2023
Great family vacation; [Tropical Magic]
Check in was easy. The home was clean and we had no problems. I highly recommend this home if your are looking for a vacation not far from Disney.
Nakindra Bullard (Monroeville, AL, USA)
Arrival Date: Jun 17, 2023
Review Date: Jun 27, 2023
Great stay; [Tropical Magic]
Our family and friends had an amazing time at the Emerald Island resort. Our place was amazing with a great patio to accomodate everyone. The kids loved the pool, hot tub and the games room! The place was clean and tidy and the beds were good to sleep on. It was also nice to have a washer and dryer. I would recommend this place to any family! Great time!
Kathleen Shaddock (Caledonia, Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Mar 11, 2023
Review Date: Mar 21, 2023
Emerald Island makes dreams come true; [Tropical Magic]
We have been staying at Emerald Island for a few years now. Such a beautiful and well kept place. It is always easy to check in and out and the property is immaculate. If we had any problems which were minor all we had to do was call property management and it was handled immediately. The house is clean and well stocked with everything you need to have a great vacation. I have recommended these properties to all of my friends and the word is out. Book now and you won't be disappointed. Guaranteed.
Diane Luckhart (Sebringville, Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Jan 28, 2023
Review Date: Feb 20, 2023
Owner Response:
We appreciate Diane and her family for staying with us since 2018 and recommending their friends and family. It is a pleasure to work with them. We are always a phone call away for any questions/concerns before/during/after stay.
Family vacation villa; [Tropical Magic]
This was a great place for my family to stay while visiting Disney World. Neighborhood was in a good location for Disney World and multiple food options. Also not far from Walmart or Target. Big spacious house with tons of bedrooms and space for the kids to run around. Check-in and check-out process was easy and communication with property manager was quick and easy. Would gladly stay at Emerald Island again in the future.
Justin Lawson (Buda, TX)
Arrival Date: Jan 07, 2023
Review Date: Jan 18, 2023
Exceeded our expectations; [Tropical Magic]
We couldn't have been happier with our experience here. It exceeded our expectations. The host responded quickly with answers to our questions and was so accommodating. We were a family of 12 and the house fit us to a tee. We could have used more silverware as we ate in mostly but not a huge problem. We’d recommend to heat the pool. The kids loved it so much. Thanks Sri.
Lillian Krahn (, Canada)
Arrival Date: Dec 20, 2022
Review Date: Jan 04, 2023
Owner Response:
It was nice to have met with these guests during their stay. I wish these guests mentioned the need for more cutlery when we met or with a phone call and we could have provided more. We obviously added more cutlery following this review.
A premier home in a first-class community; [Tropical Magic]
This is a premier home in a first-class community with all the amenities for a week long stay. Over sized lanai/ pool / spa area, super media recreation room, huge kitchen, everyone had a private bed/bath. Clubhouse was nice, felt secure safe in the hood, so close to Disney, shopping etc. Owner was very kind and responsive to any questions or concerns . I would highly recommend this property for a similar rental.
Francis Garahan (Saint Michaels, MD)
Arrival Date: Nov 19, 2022
Review Date: Dec 12, 2022
Perfect location; [Tropical Magic]
We always stay on Emerald Island Resort, it’s a perfect location for Disney and the distance from Universal and Sea World is not that much further out. This was the first time using Emerald Island Rentals and staying in a 6 bedroom property, having previously stayed in a 4 bedroom and 7 bedroom premises. The house was ample big enough for us, a party of 6 adults. There was plenty of outside seating and sunbeds. The house was clean, presentable and the welcome pack was a nice little touch. The management company are easily accessible for peace of mind, would definitely book again and recommend the property. We found this a really good price for the property and position.
Natalie Gough (Dosthill, UK)
Arrival Date: Jun 11, 2022
Review Date: Jul 02, 2022
A real gem in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
This is a very clean property and the owner was very helpful with any question we had. Some small things needed attention that did not impact us at all. Loved our stay.
Lana Theobald (Green Bay, WI)
Arrival Date: Apr 23, 2022
Review Date: May 03, 2022
Owner Response:
We appreciate these guests staying in our Tropical Magic villa. The minor maintenance items mentioned by the guests via emial were addressed on the same day we received the email
Great stay in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
Kind host, close to Magic Kingdom, ample towels and comfortable beds. Thank you!
Julie Yaffee (Shelby Township, MI)
Arrival Date: Apr 02, 2022
Review Date: Apr 25, 2022
Owner Response:
We thank Julie and her family for renting the Tropical Magic villa for their vacation. With only 3 miles to Disney World, we are the closest resort community to Disney World. We are glad to hear they enjoyed amenities of our villa, Tropical Magic.
Refreshing Time Away; [Tropical Magic]
We really enjoyed our stay at this condo. Sri was very accommodating with all of our needs. The condo was very clean and smelled clean when we got there. Very easy access to the condo. The pool temperature was great as we paid to use the heater. Grill area was great! We had a very fun and relaxing time.
Minde Lux (Mt. Pleasant, MI)
Arrival Date: Mar 26, 2022
Review Date: Apr 05, 2022
As Advertised; [Tropical Magic]
The house was clean and everything was in order. The process was smooth to check in and to check out. I would rent this property again in the future.
Steve Cook (Boston, MA)
Arrival Date: Mar 12, 2022
Review Date: Mar 22, 2022
Owner Response:
We appreciate Steve and his group for their review of Tropical Magic villa. We take great strides to ensure that we represent the villa exactly as it is and we are pleased that these guests noticed that. We will be pleased to have these guests again in the future at any time.
Villa in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
Nice location, will be back if we are in the area.
Cheryl Armes (Hamlin, NY)
Arrival Date: Mar 05, 2022
Review Date: Mar 12, 2022
Will not hesitate to book again; [Tropical Magic]
Property was very clean and in great area to local parks. Would definitely look into again.
Jason Gainer (Abbeville, LA)
Arrival Date: Feb 26, 2022
Review Date: Mar 08, 2022
Owner Response:
We thank Jason and family for renting Tropical Magic villa. With 5 minutes to Disney World and easy access to freeways to visit Sea World and Universal, our location is ideal for any family visiting the Orlando area attractions.
A beautiful home; [Tropical Magic]
Tropical Magic is a beautiful home with a lot of space and a fantastic pool/hot tub. VERY close to the parks. Great communication with the host. We will be back
Mike Khatcheressian (Alexandria, VA)
Arrival Date: Feb 22, 2022
Review Date: Mar 02, 2022
So Happy From New York; [Tropical Magic]
My family just spent an amazing 9 days at the Tropical Disney Villa at Emerald Island. We had an absolute unbelievable time. The house was perfect for all 9 of us. Spacious, clean, welcoming and fit our needs just perfectly. The pool was clean and warm. The patio was a comfort after a long day.
The owner Sri is available 24/7. He is so kind and was a pleasure to do business with. He cares about your every comfort. This is a 5 star house with a 5 star owner.
Thank you so much Sri. --Patty and family
Patty Beckwith (Llion, NY)
Arrival Date: Feb 14, 2022
Review Date: Feb 24, 2022
Great vacation home; [Tropical Magic]
This was great a vacation home for our extended family vacation.
Dave McBeath (Indianapolis, IN)
Arrival Date: Dec 20, 2021
Review Date: Jan 04, 2022
Villa was as advertised; [Tropical Magic]
Everything was as advertised. I would definitely return next year and stay at this property. I need at least 7 days to enjoy all the amenities next time.
Felicia Sumner (Pottstown, PA)
Arrival Date: Nov 01, 2021
Review Date: Nov 08, 2021
Owner Response:
We appreciate Felicia and her family renting the Tropical Magic villa. It was our pleasure to assist them and we look forward to having them next year.
Amazing property; [Tropical Magic]
My stay at emerald Island resort was AMAZING. We enjoyed our self to the fullest. We celebrated my birthday and first year wedding anniversary and I'm glad to have chosen your property. I am excited for future stays. See you next year.
Janice Moss (Nassau, Bahamas)
Arrival Date: Oct 08, 2021
Review Date: Oct 18, 2021
Excellent service; [Tropical Magic]
My family really enjoyed our time at Tropical Magic. We especially loved the pool and the movie room. Our compliments to the owner, Sri, who always answers his phone if you have questions, and to the property managers, who are the nicest couple.
Yolanda Sowders (Evansville, IN)
Arrival Date: Jun 30, 2021
Review Date: Jul 13, 2021
Owner Response:
We are very glad to hear Yolanda and her family enjoyed their stay at Tropical Magic. They were a pleasure to have. Service is a key focus for us at Emerald Island Rentals. We are always available for our guests, and are more than happy to fix any issues during your stay within a moment's notice.
Awsome home in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
House was awesome and met all our expectations and then some. Our 3 kids loved sleeping in king sized beds all to themselves. Pool and hot tub were very enjoyable.
Alexander Odom (Camby, IN)
Arrival Date: Jun 01, 2021
Review Date: Jun 14, 2021
Nice villa, owner is terrific to work with; [Tropical Magic]
We enjoyed our stay and the owner (Sri) was tremendous to deal with. VERY close to the parks (much closer than past homes we've stayed at). We inadvertently left some clothes in the dryer upon departure and owner was so helpful in getting them returned to us. Highly recommend.
Stephen Miller (Bentonville, AR)
Arrival Date: May 29, 2021
Review Date: Jun 21, 2021
Owner Response:
3 miles or 5 minutes to Disney is what we advertise and I am glad to hear these guests found our location to be closer than their prior experiences. Always happy to assist our guests before, during, and after the stay. It was a pleasure to work with these guests.
We will be back someday!!; [Tropical Magic]
Sri, We loved the house, it was clean!!! You have met all of our needs going above and beyond!!! Thank you so much for all that you do!!! We will be back someday!!!
Kathy Seals (Rock Wood, MI)
Arrival Date: Apr 24, 2021
Review Date: May 03, 2021
Owner Response:
We were glad to have offered a suitable accommodation for Kathy and her family's needs when they got stranded from another rental that let them down in the last minute.
Great place, will rent again; [Tropical Magic]
Thank you so much for offering a great place to stay for the week.
Dan Manor (Rice Lake, WI)
Arrival Date: Apr 17, 2021
Review Date: Apr 25, 2021
Just as advertised; [Tropical Magic]
The place is in great shape, and the pool was fun - and close to Disney!
Gregory Merritt (Hoboken, NJ)
Arrival Date: Mar 19, 2021
Review Date: Mar 26, 2021
Perfect for family trips and get aways; [Tropical Magic]
Everything was perfect house was clean the owner responded fast and swiftly.
Ashley Neely (Louisville, KY, USA)
Arrival Date: Feb 27, 2021
Review Date: Mar 03, 2021
Nice 6 bedroom villa to stay at; [Tropical Magic]
Tropical magic was a very nice house to stay at. It was very spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. The kitchen was fully equipped and the game room was lots of fun. With the added pool heat the water was the perfect temperature. I would recommend this house to anyone staying in the Disney world area.
Olivia Olson (, USA)
Arrival Date: Feb 17, 2021
Review Date: Mar 08, 2021
Owner Response:
We would like to thank Olivia and her family for staying with us at Emerald Island Rentals. We pride ourselves in providing a top notch experience for all of our guests. This includes all the necessary amenities and comforts Olivia mentioned and more.
Wonderful stay; [Tropical Magic]
We did a last minute booking here due to unforseen issues with our original home. Owners and managers at Emerald Island were wonderful to work with. One afternoon we noticed the hot tub jets not working properly - we notified staff and owner and someone was at home within 5 minutes - problem solved. The person who came was so friendly and nice! House as described and gated community felt very safe. Would definitely stay here again!!!! Lots of pool furniture and kitchen fully stocked with everything needed.
Christi Dyke (Racine, MN)
Arrival Date: Feb 06, 2021
Review Date: Feb 11, 2021
Owner Response:
We would like to thank Christi for staying in this home. Helping our guests have their dream vacation is our number one priority. This means promptly helping them if anything in our villa isn't working as described.
Wonderful place; [Tropical Magic]
This place was wonderful my children love the pool I recommend this place is beautiful so much room for each family member love it.
Melissa Harrison (Jonesboro, GA)
Arrival Date: Aug 21, 2020
Review Date: Sep 07, 2020
Great place.; [Tropical Magic]
Great place, perfect for a big family! Sri, Thank you, my family and I enjoyed our stay very much!!
Samara Toro (, USA)
Arrival Date: Jul 26, 2020
Review Date: Aug 02, 2020
Sri you were a great host...so quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had.; [Tropical Magic]
Sri was a great host...was quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had...this place was awesome...there was 12 of us that stayed there...we had plenty of space for privacy...the kids loved the game room and everyone loved the pool...would definitely stay there again. The place was very clean and had a well equipped kitchen.
Donna Swanson (Columbus, IN)
Arrival Date: Jun 20, 2020
Review Date: Jun 28, 2020
Owner Response:
Thank you Donna for your stay and for your feedback. We now removed the deck box that was never really needed and was only inherited.
We will come back to this place!; [Tropical Magic]
This was a last minute getaway for us. Perfect for kids, the game room and movie screen was a huge win. The colorful lighting in the pool was neat for the late night swims. Full kitchen set up with everything you could possibly need. Thankful for how clean and relaxing this house was. Sri was always available with any questions we had, great host to communicate with. Can’t wait to book this place again with our friends and family in the future
Amanda Harvey (Myakka City, FL)
Arrival Date: May 22, 2020
Review Date: May 27, 2020
Owner Response:
Thank you Amanda for the review. Glad you liked the color-changing pool lights. I look forward to having you back in the future.
Wonderful expereince; [Tropical Magic]
What a wonderful week at such a wonderful home, everything you possibly needed was there and even a nice welcome gift. Thank you! The home was very clean and so much room for everyone.
The owner is such a businessman. Takes care of his homes. Our family had a awesome week. We will be coming back and renting Homes from this owner. Very impressed.Thanks for everything.
Sherry K (Appleton, WI)
Arrival Date: Feb 07, 2020
Review Date: Feb 22, 2020
You Need To Stay Here!; [Tropical Magic]
We stay at this villa every year. When we arrive the villa is clean and welcoming. The recent upgrades demonstrate the respect the owners have for their property and their clients. The resort itself is very well kept. We always feel safe here to walk and enjoy the outdoors. With the villa we rent, it is easy and efficiently handled if we have any kind of concern.
Never worry about renting this villa or one of the others in this grouping. I can promise you a worry free, relaxing vacation in one of these villas. You HAVE to stay here!
Diane Luckhart (Sebringville, Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Jan 25, 2020
Review Date: Feb 10, 2020
Owner Response:
We are grateful for Diane's family's 3rd stay at this villa and for her review that has well summarized the recently completed upgrades of the villa. We are so pleased!
Would rent again, the whole process was very smooth; [Tropical Magic]
We had a wonderful time and the house was one of the best that we have stayed at at Emerald Island. Whenever people ask where we stayed, I tell them how wonderful the homes are there. 2 things we did notice: there is an opening in the pool screening and we think the culprits were some raccoons. The movie room was great, but we couldn't get the speakers to work.
Evelyn Holdsworth (Weymouth, MA)
Arrival Date: Jan 11, 2020
Review Date: Jan 22, 2020
Owner Response:
We thank Evelyn's family for their comments and feedback. The pool screen rip has been fixed and the speakers in the theater room have been checked to be working. We appreciate the feedback.
Would rent again, the whole process was very smooth.; [Tropical Magic]
Large home fit 4 generations wonderfully. Loved the location, close to everything. Everybody had a great time. Only suggestion would be updating the carpet upstairs it has seen better days, but we may be a little bias as we own a Floor Covering Store. Nice updates in the Master bath (my inlaws had this room) and game room. Would rent again, the whole process was very smooth.
Lori Harmon (Lee Summit, MO)
Arrival Date: Dec 25, 2019
Review Date: Jan 15, 2020
Owner Response:
We thank Harmon's family for renting our home and for taking the time to review. We will certainly look into the carpets. We take great pride in ensuring a smooth process for our guests.
Awesome rental experience; [Tropical Magic]
Rental experience was awesome, from the time I booked it until our departure. Excellent communication and house was exactly as described. Owner is very honest and responsive to any questions or concerns you may have. Book this property, you will not be disappointed. We will not hesitate to rent from Sri in the future.
Jeffrey Rosa (Malvern, PA)
Arrival Date: Nov 30, 2019
Review Date: Dec 08, 2019
Perfect home; [Tropical Magic]
We had a great time and the house was perfect for our needs. Thank you!
Eline Govern (Macedonia, OH)
Arrival Date: Nov 03, 2019
Review Date: Nov 09, 2019
Wonderful Experience.; [Tropical Magic]
Dear Sri, once again we had an excellent time in Orlando and without a doubt, the accommodation was a wonderful experience. The house was immaculate and very comfortable.
Carlos Perez (Punta Arenas, Chile)
Arrival Date: Sep 15, 2019
Review Date: Oct 17, 2019
Absolutely Gorgeous; [Tropical Magic]
My family and I plan to visit Sri Gogineni properties again. He is professional and care about his tentants as well as his property. I called him about a minor issue and it was resolved within the hour. The home was clean and accommodating to our families need. Pool was clean and relaxing. It was totally awesome waking up at 6am drinking a cup of coffee by the pool, which was very private. Absolutely Gorgeous and we will be back. Thank you Sri Gogineni!! We were blessed.
Jenny Clay (Erie, PA)
Arrival Date: Aug 16, 2019
Amazing Vacation House; [Tropical Magic]
The house is beautiful! But more importantly the owner was extremely helpful and was at our service any time we had an issue. I highly recommend this house, it was relaxing, enjoyable, and close to all the parks.
Anthony DeRosa (Manorville, NY)
Arrival Date: Jul 04, 2019
Owner Response:
We appreciate these guests for staying at Tropical Magic villa and for taking the time to post a review with 5-stars on Trip Advisor.
A nice place to spend with the family; [Tropical Magic]
It's a nice place to spend with the family , kids most definitely will enjoy. The host is very attentive. He quickly responds to any concerns. Overall the host was very attentive. We enjoyed the place and the kids enjoyed the pool very much.
Allison Hurtado (Flushing, NY)
Arrival Date: May 01, 2019
Great house and we loved it; [Tropical Magic]
Close to Disney parks.. beautiful home with lots of space..
Donna Thomas (Lincolnton, NC)
Arrival Date: Feb 14, 2019
Would love to stay again; [Tropical Magic]
Very much pleased with the villa and facilities. I would love to stay here again in the future.
Stephen Gonzales (Miami, FL)
Arrival Date: Feb 14, 2019
Review Date: Feb 19, 2019
Our Stay in Tropical Magic; [Tropical Magic]
Our family of nine - six adults and three chiildren, grandparents, children and grandchildren, enjoyed our time at Emerald Island Tropical Magic.
The community is lovely and very well maintained. Having a secured entrance to the subdivision made us all feel comfortable.
The house was very spacious and well equipped. Lots of towels for using in the pool and ample bedding. The kitchen had plenty of dishes, pots and pans. Having a washer and dryer was great.
There was access to tech throughout the house and was appreciated by everyone.
We had a few questions when we first arrived and had all of them answered very quickly.
The door to the patio/pool area is very large and heavy. It prevented the children from accessing the pool area which was a good thing but it was difficult to move even for the adults. Minor problem.
Not all the front light censors worked but it did not affect our stay.
Great place to stay with families or large groups.
Elizabeth Goodwin (Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Dec 29, 2018
Review Date: Jan 05, 2019
Owner Response:
We would like to thank these guests for spending their Dec holdiays in our villa. We will have our maintenance check the sliding door as well as the motion lights (mostly the switch must habve been turned-off inside).
Amazing Stay!; [Tropical Magic]
Great location and perfect for our family get together. Sri was quick to respond to any questions we had. The game/movie room was definitely a bonus! We would definitely stay there again!
Erica Lawson (Charlotte, NC)
Arrival Date: Nov 21, 2018
Great villa.; [Tropical Magic]
We had a great stay.
Danielle (Srping Hill, FL)
Arrival Date: Nov 05, 2018
Nice villa; [Tropical Magic]
Highly recommended!! Great game room. Thanks for being a great host!
Nicholas Fernandez (Miami, FL, USA)
Arrival Date: Oct 23, 2018
Fantastic location, lovely villa; [Tropical Magic]
We rented Tropical Magic as part of our holiday to America. We decided on the villa as it is in a fantastic location and proximity to a lot of shops, restaurants and of course the main attraction, Disney.
This was our 6th visit to Orlando and we have stayed in a variety of locations and always in a villa except the very first time. staying where we did this time saved us a fair bit of travelling and makes you feel like you are staying just outside the thick of it.
Emerald Island itself is a beautiful community. Everything is very well manicured, the streets are tree lined which is a very nice touch (something we have not had in may other communities), the entrance makes you feel a little like a superstar with its dolphin fountains and large arches. The security gates too give you the comfort of safety.
The villa itself was lovely. we chose the 6 bed as we had plans of meeting family from the UK in Orlando and we flew in from Australia. The UK part of the family had issues with visas which meant we had the villa all to ourselves. Four of us. Two boys aged 15 and 12 and my wife and I. My two boys now had the luxury of the King sized bed each and an en suite each too. Something they have never experienced before. The beds were extremely comfortable, the walk in wardrobes were a very good size and the whole house has a very nice feel about it.
We used the cinema room in the garage and set up the projector to watch some movies on the comfy chairs and I know I fell asleep during the movies due to the comfort of the chairs.
There is a lot of space to sit outside by the pool and the house has a bench plastic tub full of pool toys which presumably have been left by other guests. We had lilo races and enjoyed floating around on the pool on the inflatable flamingo and swan ( fell asleep again)
The kitchen has a good feel to it especially with the breakfast bar being so large. We utilized that very often while watching friends on the TV. The coffee machine also came in very handy and was lovely that it makes a full pot. there were actually two kettles in the kitchen, something I could see that would have been used a lot if the house was as full as wed planned so this was good to see.
All in all we had a great time and will definitely consider one of the villas in Emerald Island again when we visit next.
Paterson Family (Halls Head, Mandurah, Australia)
Arrival Date: Sep 10, 2018
Review Date: Sep 28, 2018
We will return to this villa!; [Tropical Magic]
Place was better than expected!! Perfect place perfect location!
G Vignola (Groveland, FL, USA)
Arrival Date: Sep 05, 2018
8 adults on family tour Stayed at this villa; [Tropical Magic]
We have just spent a magical fortnight in Orlando - the villa location and amenities were perfect for our family of 8 adults. Easy to get to all disney and universal parks with Walmart store nearby for all your supplies. Lots of space so we were never crowded and instant response to fix a light which wasn't working when we arrived
Susie Bond (Warrington, Cheshire, UK)
Arrival Date: Aug 18, 2018
Review Date: Sep 02, 2018
Family Vacation; [Tropical Magic]
Our family had a wonderful vacation at tropical magic. The kids and grandkids had more fun at the house than at the parks. The house is well laid out and has planty of different spots for each member to relax on their own. The house was clean on arrival, and everything worked as it should. We felt safe in the community. This is a quiet area without much traffic. We plan to return next year. Thank you for having a magical place for our vacation
James Peeler (Gray Court, SC)
Arrival Date: Jun 12, 2018
Tropical magic house; [Tropical Magic]
The house was exactly as advertised. I would definitely rent this house again. Thank you for renting us your beautiful home.
Bill Drosos (Ohio, USA)
Arrival Date: Mar 12, 2018
Home away from home only more beautiful!; [Tropical Magic]
This villa was situated very close to all theme parks and visitor interest sites. The home is well kept and the owner is very willing to make sure all your needs are met. the gated community makes you feel safe and the surrounding gardens are pristine. This will be our rental home for years to come.
Diane Luckhart (Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Jan 21, 2018
Owner Response:
We really appreciate these guests for taking the time to post this review for their 2017 stay. We are looking forward to welcoming them for their 2018 stay.
Excellent Villa; [Tropical Magic]
The villa was simply perfect - great location, spacious, clean, and with all amenities one could wish for. The owners are thoughtful and attentive. We have visited Florida many times and would not hesitate to recommend this villa to anyone - and are likely to return ourselves!
R Mckillop (Dollar, Clackmannanshire, UK)
Arrival Date: Oct 30, 2017
Owner Response:
We would like to thank McKillop family for their stay at Tropical Magic. They are a great family to have and we would be glad to have them back in the future.
Awesome vacation home; [Tropical Magic]
This house is more than comfortable and amazing! Has an amazing theater room, pool, hot tub, and a huge kitchen to gather around! I will be staying here every time we visit Orlando!
Hartman Family (Des Moines, IA)
Arrival Date: Sep 20, 2017
We hope to return; [Tropical Magic]
Just wanted to thank you for our wonderful stay in your Villa, the whole family had a fantastic time, hopefully we will return in the future.
Ian Rudd (Cumbria, UK)
Arrival Date: Jun 13, 2017
Excellent villa; [Tropical Magic]
Loved the house! It was so close to everything, and the house itself was excellent! Definitely recommend this place and location
Kelly Hefford (London, Ontario, Canada)
Arrival Date: Mar 24, 2017
Review Date: Apr 01, 2017
Great rental; [Tropical Magic]
My family has rented homes at Emerald Island Resort for the past 3 years. This is by far the best villa. It was very clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. There were a few minor issues that were quickly taken care of. The privacy afforded by the vegetation outside of the pool was very nice. Located close to Disney and convenient to everything. I would definitely rent this home again.
Deborah Novak (Nottingham, MD)
Arrival Date: Mar 13, 2017
A perfect vacation home in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
Tropical Magic was perfect for our Disney vacation. We traveled with 6 kids, ages ranging from 2-12. All the kids were comfortable in the house, had a blast in the heated pool/spa and game room. The house was very comfortable for the 6 adults too - the bedrooms were spacious and en suite bath's were perfect. The kitchen did not lack, which was great since we cooked dinner almost nightly. The location from the parks was ideal - travel time to and from the park was similar to staying inside the park without the hassle of shuttles and buses. Sri was amazing to book with, responsive and helpful.
Beth Catino (West Bridgewater, MA)
Arrival Date: Nov 13, 2016
Review Date: Nov 28, 2016
We will be renting your home again next year; [Tropical Magic]
We have been coming to Kissimmee, Florida for the Florida Classic for the last 5 years and has stayed in emerald Isles in this same house for four years .It has always been a blast!. We saved lots of money by renting this home because In the past we rented hotels for a family of 14 and spent over $**** for hotels and $800.00 on food at resturants. We save money on food because we buy grocery and cook at the house and barbecue with a private pool for the kids and game room they enjoyed very much. Emerald isle Vacation homes is the place to stay. My husband and brothers go to the game in Orlando and it only 20 minutes away. We had plenty of space and private rooms with enough bathrooms to accommodate us. Our family member's from Orlando and Tampa came to visit us for the barbecue and had no problems at all. We respect the owner property and always treat the home as we treat our own home. Thanks Mr. Sir. We will be renting your home again next year. We are planning to come for a week and stay for thanksgiving. God Bless you and yours we are so thankful that you trust us with your beautiful home. Thanks again
Cynthia McMillan (Belle Glade, FL)
Arrival Date: Nov 13, 2016
Review Date: Dec 01, 2016
Amazing rental; [Tropical Magic]
It was Great. Amazing for friends and families of large groups
Daniel Jurado (Miami, FL)
Arrival Date: Oct 25, 2016
The house was perfect.; [Tropical Magic]
The house was very well maintained. It had everything we needed and more. The pool was very refreshing after a long, hot day at Disney World. The beds were very comfortable and the house had everything to cook, clean, and be comfortable. The listing was 100% accurate. The neighborhood was amazing and less than 15 minutes from being parked in the Disney parking lot! Great value for everything you get.
Ryan Shuman (Tampa, FL)
Arrival Date: Sep 29, 2016
We will be renting this villa again; [Tropical Magic]
We just wanted to let you know that we really enjoyed our stay this past week at the Tropical Magic home in Emerald Island Resort! The house was beautiful and we had more than enough space! It was conveniently located to everything that we wanted to do. We will definitely consider staying there again in the future.
Melissa Jones (Rocky Mount, NC)
Arrival Date: Sep 26, 2016
The villa met all our expectations; [Tropical Magic]
As soon as we arrived at Emerald Island Resort we knew we made a good choice for our three week holiday, the whole resort was clean, tidy and safe. The villa did not disappoint either, it met all our expectations and Sri was very helpful throughout the planning of our holiday and during. Would definitely stay at Tropical Magic again, thank you Sri.
Richard Fairley (Slough, Berkshire, England)
Arrival Date: Sep 09, 2016
A dream vacation; [Tropical Magic]
Thank you very much for getting in touch with me the home was everything that we dreamed of, it made our stay very comfortable, and we will definitely consider Emerald Island Resorts as a future vacation spot. once again thank you for your hospitality. Thank you Delma.
Delma Trosclair (Houma, LA)
Arrival Date: May 31, 2016
Awesome host; [Tropical Magic]
Sri was awesome. Always available whenever we needed him. House was beautiful. Everything we thought the house should be looking at the photos.
Lindsay-Fortier Family (Londonberry, NH)
Arrival Date: May 28, 2016
Excellent place, excellent service.; [Tropical Magic]
Excellent place, excellent service. Had to call Sri upon arrival because I couldn't get the door code to work. It was 10:00PM, he answered the phone, and I was in the house within a minute. We didn't know quite what to expect when renting a villa versus staying on the Disney property, but Tropical Magic blew us away. We will be utilizing Emerald Island for all future Disney vacations.
It took about 15 minutes to get to all of the Disney parks, and we got SO much more for the money this way. The private pool was the perfect way to wind down after a long day in the Orlando sun. Sri is the consummate professional and delivered on everything that he promised. I can't speak for the other homes under his management, but I would recommend Tropical Magic to anyone.
Robert G (Enterprise, FL)
Arrival Date: May 18, 2016
Our family really enjoyed our time in this villa; [Tropical Magic]
The resort has a security station with a very attractive entrance. Not only did I feel safe, the home was very clean and comfortable. Our family really enjoyed our time here and are planning another trip soon. We will definitely contact Sri again for our next vacation.
Veronica H (Callahan, FL)
Arrival Date: May 11, 2016
We will rent this house again in a heartbeat!; [Tropical Magic]
Great House with a ton of king beds! Would definitely go back!
John Healy (Miami, FL)
Arrival Date: Feb 29, 2016
I highly recommend this house.; [Tropical Magic]
Great House and Property. The entire community is quiet and very safe. The house and it's amenities suit families or for us a business trip. Short drive to the parks and convention center. The house has a big kitchen and dining area and the beds are very comfortable. I highly recommend this house.
Sean Kennedy (Anonymous, )
Arrival Date: Feb 01, 2016
House was as just as advertised; [Tropical Magic]
The house was just as advertised. There was a small issue with the pool and it was fixed the same day. Would highly recommend.
Michael Jelsing (Hazen, ND)
Arrival Date: Jan 14, 2016
Beautiful house in a beautiful neighborhood.; [Tropical Magic]
Beautiful house in a beautiful neighborhood. Sri made sure we has everything we needed before our arrival and immediately responded to any questions. The house had plenty of sleeping space, a great kitchen and living area open space to spend time with everyone.
Sarah Schaffer (Davie, FL)
Arrival Date: Nov 11, 2015
We'll be back next year ....; [Tropical Magic]
This was our fourth stay on Emerald Island. We plan annual vacations with our children and grandchildren every year. Each home has been nice, but Tropical Magic has been the nicest. The house was well equipped and updated. Shrubs and trees bordered the pool area for privacy (no gold fish bowl). I didn't expect the theater room to be such a hit, but we found it very enjoyable after a long day. The extra capacity washer and dryer was a plus.
Paula Valentine (Shrewsbury, MA)
Arrival Date: Nov 06, 2015
Awesome house near Disney World Orlando; [Tropical Magic]
The house was awesome. The media room was awesome for movie night. The house itself was in great shape and all the amenities were available.
Freddie Giron (Miami, FL)
Arrival Date: Sep 10, 2015
Sri's place was exactly what we needed; [Tropical Magic]
Sri's place was exactly what we needed. It is only minutes from the whole Disney World complex. The bed's are nice, and a great open kitchen for family breakfast in the mornings before the park. It's also great to have a pool where you can unwind at the end of your days. The AC broke on us one night, but it was fixed by 4pm the next day while we were at the park! Super quick response, and we didn't even need to wait around. Thanks!
Todd Geer (New York, NY)
Arrival Date: Jul 22, 2015
Lovely villa in Emerald Island Resort; [Tropical Magic]
Lovely house. Exactly as shown. Media room and pool table were a hit.
Apri Gaines (Broadrun, VA)
Arrival Date: May 30, 2015
Spacious house with a good layout; [Tropical Magic]
House has a great layout. 05 large bedrooms (03 suites) on 2nd floor and a large suite on 1st floor which is great for older couples. Ability to heat up the pool during winter is a must. Billiard, games and dvds are also great for rainy days. House is adequatelly maintained and conveniently located about 05 miles from Disney World resort (10mins drive). Suggest to read and print the instructions provided prior to the trip as you will be using most of it
Thiago T. (Maplewood, NJ)
Arrival Date: Jan 05, 2015
Wonderful house with everything we needed; [Tropical Magic]
Wonderful stay, house was clean and had everything we needed. Very convenient location. On day 2 we noticed a stroller was not available and Sri had a brand new one delivered to us within the hour. Would recommend to anyone.
Jennifer Flesher (Alberta, Canada)
Arrival Date: Dec 13, 2014
Review Date: Dec 22, 2014
The rental was exactly as described and pictured; [Tropical Magic]
Great place to stay for the Disney parks - very accessible and easy to get to. Accommodation was exactly as advertised - clean and plenty of space.
Daniel Jeffries (Boston, MA)
Arrival Date: Oct 19, 2014
An ideal vacation home for our needs; [Tropical Magic]
Our host - Sri - was very accommodating to our needs, easily accessible when we had questions, and prompt in all responses. The neighborhood was nice, quiet, and the property exactly what we needed. Thank you!
Michelle Hamburger (Roseville, VN)
Arrival Date: Sep 21, 2014
Can't wait to return to this rental; [Tropical Magic]
The place was just as described. Everything was perfect for our trip to Disney. The pool and hot tube were great.
Tom Tina Schmidt (Green Bay, WI)
Arrival Date: Sep 16, 2014
Excellent vacation home; [Tropical Magic]
The location was excellent. It was real close to Walt Disney world parks, sea world. The home was super cozy and spacious. I like the fact how we didn't need a key, we could out our own code into the door. My family enjoyed the house, even the game room was awesome.
Jamal (El Paso, TX, USA)
Arrival Date: Aug 08, 2014
Review Date: Aug 16, 2014
Had a great weekend at Sri's rental in Kissimmee; [Tropical Magic]
Had a great weekend at Sri's rental in Kissimmee. Enjoyed the pool and the grill. The house was spacious, and while there were technical difficulties with the projector, Sri was readily available to assist us.
Asher Curzon (Richmond, VA)
Arrival Date: May 25, 2014
We already booked another week at this rental!; [Tropical Magic]
House was exactly as pictured, in great condition, and very comfortable. Sri was very responsive our calls and needs. I would stay in this house again for sure!
Maria Ruiz (Miami, FL)
Arrival Date: Apr 20, 2014
Fun in the Sun!; [Tropical Magic]
Staying at tropical magic was a very fun experience. It had all the comforts of home. We had some minor troubles that Sri took care of immediately without any fuss. The location was great for parks and for golfing. Great place to stay for a large group.
RD Brown (Portage la, Prairie)
Arrival Date: Apr 10, 2014
Perfect vacation home for a family getaway.; [Tropical Magic]
My family and I had a great stay. Very clean, and there's a pool! Perfect for a family getaway.
V. Jilliam Smith (San Francisco, CA)
Arrival Date: Mar 16, 2014
Great house, great stay; [Tropical Magic]
House was clean and had everything we needed. Sri was very accommodating and responsive.
Billie and Chris (Georgetown, DE)
Arrival Date: Mar 13, 2014
Reasonably priced spacious accommodation; [Tropical Magic]
We had a great stay and were really pleased with the size of the house. It allowed members of our extended family to have privacy but of course the family room, kitchen, and media/game room were the most popular areas. The kids and grand kids enjoyed the pool. The weather was unseasonably cold but we paid to heat the pool and everyone seemed surprised and pleased that is was so comfortably warm. Sri is very easy to work with and responded super fast to email communication. This is definitely the way to go when you have a large family. Very reasonably priced for the space and accommodations.
Joan (Radford, VA)
Arrival Date: Jan 12, 2014
Can't wait until the next time.; [Tropical Magic]
We loved the house. It was very spacious and beautiful. The theater room was a great idea. The kids loved to sit in there and watch the big screen.we were not more than 10 to 15 minutes away from the parks. The grocery store was just around the corner. An added bonus . Overall the house was wonderful and we cant wait to come back in a couple of years.
Bettie (Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada)
Arrival Date: Jan 01, 2014
The house was beautiful, and so conveniently located.; [Tropical Magic]
The house was beautiful, and so conveniently located. Ten minutes or so to Disney attractions, gated community (felt very safe), minutes from a grocery store and restaurants. If we return to Florida, we will stay in this same place for sure!
Sarah (Neenah, WI)
Arrival Date: Oct 01, 2013
Thanks for the great home and ease of booking! Definitely will rent again.; [Tropical Magic]
We rented this house (Tropical Magic) for our family and 2 of our other friends (and their kids). We had 6 kids between the ages of 10 months and 5 years. It was perfect and very clean. What I found to be the best part was that each couple had their own room with a private bath! We've stayed in another home similar to this in the neighborhood, but wasn't the same room configuration. Makes a huge difference when you have 4 master suites with private baths. Overall, the entire place was very well kept up - clean pool, kitchen, bathrooms. Great play / theater room, but we didn't have a chance to enjoy it. It was super easy to get to all of the Disney parks and restaurants/food/grocery are all around the corner. Thanks for the great home and ease of booking! Definitely will rent again.
Dina P. (Chicago, IL)
Arrival Date: Sep 26, 2013
Tropical Magic was up there, being one of the best; [Tropical Magic]
Having stayed in many excellent villas before, Tropical Magic was up there, being one of the best. Roomy, bright and excellent swimming area with many chairs etc. We liked the fact it was within secure surroundings, security at the gates. Sri, the owner was very professional and dealt with any query promptly and efficiently. Will certainly consider staying there again in the future.
Abla Diggory (London, Herts, UK)
Arrival Date: Jul 31, 2013
House (Tropical Magic) is in excellent condition; [Tropical Magic]
We enjoyed our Disney vacation in Tropical Magic villa. The first half we stayed at Polynesian in Disneyworld. It was nice but the kids actually enjoyed staying at your home more. Great game room and the pool was nice in afternoon for break from theme parks. House in excellent condition and most important to me was that it was very clean. We had question and Sri got back to us immediately. Top notch. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home.
Terence Saadvandi (Metuchen, NJ)
Arrival Date: Jun 27, 2013
An awesome home in Emerald Island Resort!; [Tropical Magic]
Emerald Island home (Tropical Magic) was an awesome house for our trip to Orlando. We were there for business and having 4 master bedrooms with private baths worked great. Everything was great and Sri was quick to answer my questions every I contacted him before we arrived. Would highly recommend!
Anonymous (Seattle, WA)
Arrival Date: May 09, 2013
An absolutely beautiful and clean home.; [Tropical Magic]
Tropical Magic was an absolutely beautiful and clean home. Myself and 9 others enjoyed our stay and definitely look forward to staying again.
Jasmine Baker (West Palm Beach, FL)
Arrival Date: May 01, 2013
Tropical Magic was a terrific and comfortable home; [Tropical Magic]
Our stay at Tropical Magic was terrific and our family enjoyed your comfortable home and heated pool and spa despite the cold spell and you are absolutely right about south facing pools. Emerald Island Resort is a great place for families and made visiting the Disney parks so easy. Thank you Sri for all your helpful information and tips. You helped make our vacation memorable. We have let our friends know how great renting a home can be. Thank you for your help and prompt responses to all our questions, Sri. It is evident you invest in your properties
Ruth Ackroyd (Kalispell, MT)
Arrival Date: Apr 04, 2013
Perfect accommodation in Orlando; [Tropical Magic]
My family and I enjoyed our stay in the 6 bedroom house. It as very comfortable, well kept and affordable :) loved the fact that there is a 24 hour guard and the security systems that are in place at the home. Great location also, not far from parks and shops :) Thank You
Sheena (Elsipogtog First Nation,NB, Canada)
Arrival Date: Mar 13, 2013
The place was OUTSTANDING!!!; [Tropical Magic]
We had an outstanding stay last week at two houses on Sunrise Key and hope to return someday. The place was OUTSTANDING!!! We had a group of young people with us and they also had a great memorable time. One comment that they made me promise I would pass along and that several of them felt strongly about was the fact that even though the garbage pickup came twice a week, there was no way to RECYCLE basic plastics, aluminum, glass and paper. It really bothered them to be throwing all that in regular trash. I'm passing along their concern. Thanks for listening! We will visit again. Wayne Loving
Ruth and Wayne (Johnson City, TN)
Arrival Date: Jun 16, 2012
Owner Response:
Dear Ruth and Wayne, Thank you for the nice comments about the Tropical Magic villa you rented from us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at the villa and we look forward to having you back next year. Regarding the lack of provision to recycle, we feel the same way as you do. However, it is not a limitation on our part but the Waste Collection agency itself. Unfortunately we can't even pick a different agency for Waste Collection.
Very comfortable home; [Tropical Magic]
Dear Sri, thank you for the use of your very comfortable home. So glad that the entrance to the pool was on an alarm as we had 3 small grandchildren with us. We were disappointed that the welcome pack was not there as we were all exhausted after a long trip. There was 9 of us in the family. The house was perfect for us. We will recommend your home to our friends.
Ann (Cape Cod, Massachusetts)
Arrival Date: May 12, 2012
We had a wonderful Vacation at our Villa; [Tropical Magic]
We had a wonderful time at the house which easily accommodated our group of thirteen. All presented in the description was as advertised. I would not hesitate to stay at this house again. Rent with confidence.
Dester (New York, NY)
Arrival Date: Feb 23, 2012
Incredible vacation home; [Tropical Magic]
I stayed at Tropical Magic and the house is incredible!!! Very comfortable and nice!!! I really recommended it, we were a party of 12 and were all very happy with the house and really enjoy it!!!
Juana (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
Arrival Date: Feb 13, 2012
Villa in excellent location and is highly recommended; [Tropical Magic]
Great villa in an excellent location to Disney. It had everything we needed and required. Would definately recommend to our friends and will certainly stay there again when we next visit Orlando. Thanks Sri for all your help and assistance
Anonymous (Sydney, Australia)