Closest Resort to Walt Disney World! ~ "Chateau Mickey" at Windsor Hills ~ Townhome with South-facing Pool & Waterpark!

Disney World and Fun in the Sun! *** For 2025, we`re hopeful to look at the UK and Europe. We`re especially interested in urban or walkable village locations so we don`t have to drive.***

We typically exchange only in the months of May and September and are limited to 7-10 days in length, but it never hurts to ask!

Welcome to Chateau Mickey, our Florida home-away-from-home and now yours as well! We love to home exchange and are happy to share our favorite sunny spot near the "Happiest Place on Earth" with you.

We prefer reciprocal, non-simultaneous exchanges, but will consider and answer every offer. We never know where we`re going next. Surprise us!

Things you`ll love about our home:

#1: Proximity to Walt Disney World. Windsor Hills is a gated community, just 2 miles from the main gate, which puts Chateau Mickey closer to some of the parks than many Disney hotels!

#2: Room to spread out. As Disney fans and a family of 5, we`ve logged plenty of time in expensive, crowded hotel rooms. Chateau Mickey has 3 bedrooms, all of them en-suite, which makes getting ready in the mornings quick and easy. Our kitchen is fully-equipped with everything you need for a quick bite or multi-course meal.

#3: Double Olympic-size Swimming Pool. When we say our pool is big, we mean it`s BIG. You`ll appreciate coming back at the end of the day to the relaxing, friendly vibe poolside. Just a very short walk from the house.

#4: Splash Pool. Our home also has it`s very own south-facing (SUNNY!) splash pool and terrace. Perfect for hanging out during the day or enjoying a quiet night "in."

#5: WATERPARK. My kids will say this really should be #1. Fair warning: don`t be surprised if your kids beg to come home early from the parks each day. Yes, it really is that much fun. Again, a very close walk from the house.

#6: Grounds. It might surprise you to see this on our top ten. We love to walk, and walking the grounds of Windsor Hills is one of our favorite vacation activities. So much to see! It`s a lovely resort. If walking isn`t enough exercise, we have the gym, tennis courts, pickleball court, kids` playgrounds, volleyball area and, of course, the gorgeous pool and waterpark area.

#7: Convenience. Vacationing here is so EASY. There`s a Walmart on the way from the airport--just a quick drive from the house. We always make a quick stop, grab the essentials, and make a beeline for home. Once at Windsor Hills, an on-site convenience store will provide anything you may have forgotten. Don`t want to cook? Summon Uber Eats or Grub Hub and they`ll bring great food right to your door.

#8. Atmosphere. We always say that Windsor Hills has all the Disney "vibe" without the Disney price. It`s a warm, friendly place -- full of sunshine and happy families making memories. We make new friends every time we visit.

#9. Clubhouse. The clubhouse is where you`ll find the store, the gym, the movie theater (you can even request movies!) and the arcade. Our kids love the pool table, arcade games, foosball, air hockey. It`s a great place for kids to make new friends.

#10: Truly a HOME. We love to home exchange and, as such, have equipped our Disney home to a high standard. This is not your average "rental." It`s really our home, a much-loved place, and a place we know you`ll love as much as we do.

About the location

Chateau Mickey is an end unit with private splash pool, in close walking distance to the clubhouse, pools, and other amenities. We`re also conveniently located across from a large greenspace (with swings) and overflow parking if you have more than one vehicle.

Windsor Hills is a friendly gated community, just 2 miles from the Walt Disney World gate, putting us closer to the parks than many of the Disney Hotels on property. There are many restaurants within a short drive and Walmart is just down the road--on the way from the airport.

While you`ll probably prefer a rental car, it`s very easy to taxi, Uber , or Lyft from Windsor Hills to Walt Disney World. It`s often as economical as driving (parking at the parks is $25/day) and can save substantially on walking and time at the end of a long day.

Disney World is just the start of your fun in central Florida! Our home is a perfect base for exploring the area.
Distance from:
Mystic Dunes Golf Course: 1 mile
Island H20 Live Waterpark at Margaritaville: 3 miles
Disney`s Animal Kingdom: 4 miles
Disney`s Magic Kingdom: 8 miles
Disney`s Hollywood Studios: 6 miles
Disney`s Typhoon Lagoon Waterpark: 8 miles
Disney`s Blizzard Beach Waterpark: 5 miles
Disney Springs: 8 miles
Fun Spot America Orlando: 16 miles
Universal Studios: 16 miles
SeaWorld Orlando: 12 miles
Discovery Cove: 12 miles
WonderWorks Orlando: 15 miles
Wonder House: 40 miles
Orlando Watersports Complex: 20 miles
Gatorland Florida: 15 miles
Legoland: 32 miles
Kennedy Space Center: 65 miles (One hour & 10 minute drive)
Sea Life Orlando Aquarium: 15 miles
Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets: 10 miles
Pointe Orlando: 15 miles
Ripley`s Believe It or Not Orlando: 14 miles
I Drive NASCAR: 16 miles
The Holy Land Experience: 18 miles
The Florida Mall (huge!): 18 miles
Madame Tussaud`s Orlando: 15 miles
ICON Park: 15 miles
Harry P. Leu Gardens: 27 miles
Orlando Science Center: 26 miles
Cocoa Beach: 73 miles (one hour & 18 minutes)
New Smyrna Beach: 78 miles
Daytona Beach: 78 miles

And these are just a few ideas!! You will not be bored! The best part is that if you want to stay home, relax, and do nothing...you`ve got a great place to do that, too.

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