Vacation Homes Near Universal Orlando Resort
Pet-friendly vacation homes near Universal Orlando: 25+ 3 and 4 bedroom homes in Kissimmee, about 15–18 miles from the resort, pool included.
Vacation homes near Universal Studios give you a quiet base south of the I-4 corridor: about 15 miles from our Crestwynd Bay homes and about 18 miles from Emerald Island Resort to Universal Orlando Resort. You trade a few extra minutes of driving for a gated community, a real kitchen and a heated pool. Distances are approximate driving distances. All 25+ homes are pet-friendly townhomes of 3 or 4 bedrooms, sleeping 7–8 guests, spread across two gated communities in Kissimmee, FL 34747. Weekly and monthly stays are welcome if you want to take the trip slower.
Most guests split their trip between Disney and Universal days, and these communities sit well for both. Crestwynd Bay is about 1–2 miles from the Disney main gate on the west side, so a Universal morning is a straightforward drive up I-4 or across on the 429 toll road. Emerald Island Resort also has Old Town Kissimmee and the restaurants on US-192 minutes away for evenings between park days.
Every home sleeps 7–8 guests and includes a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning and a smart TV, plus the community's year-round heated outdoor pool. The communities are gated, so the base stays quiet even on the busiest park weeks. Dogs are welcome — the pet fee is $25 per night or $100 per month. Book direct online and skip platform service fees; a 20% deposit reserves the home and the balance is due at least 5 days before arrival.
Written by Manny, owner-host since 2009 · Updated October 2, 2026
From Crestwynd Bay
≈15 mi · 22 min drive
From Emerald Island Resort
≈18 mi · 26 min drive
Verified guest rating
4.8 / 5
Approximate driving distance
| Community | Miles | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Crestwynd Bay | ≈15 mi | ≈22 min |
| Emerald Island Resort | ≈18 mi | ≈26 min |
Distances are approximate and depend on traffic and the parking lot you use.
Our homes near Universal Orlando Resort
21 homes · sleeps 7–8 guests
| Unit | Community | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Sleeps | Pets | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 2 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 4 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 5 | Crestwynd | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 6 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 7 | Crestwynd | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 8 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 7 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 9 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 10 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 14 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 20 | Crestwynd | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 21 | Crestwynd | 3 | 3 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 24 | Crestwynd | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 15 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 16 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 18 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 19 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 22 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 25 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 26 | Emerald Island | 4 | 3.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 27 | Emerald Island | 4 | 3.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
| Unit 29 | Emerald Island | 3 | 2.5 | 8 | Yes | Book now |
Frequently asked questions
- How far are the homes from Universal Orlando?
- Crestwynd Bay homes are about 15 miles (22 minutes) and Emerald Island Resort homes about 18 miles (26 minutes) from Universal Orlando Resort by car. Distances are approximate driving distances.
- What fees apply to a stay near Universal?
- The cleaning fee is $100 plus tax for 3 bedroom and $120 plus tax for 4 bedroom homes. A 20% deposit reserves the home and the balance is due at least 5 days before arrival. Booking direct means no platform service fees.
- Are the homes also close to Disney World?
- Yes. Crestwynd Bay is about 1–2 miles and Emerald Island Resort about 5 miles from the Disney main gate, so the homes work well for a combined Disney and Universal trip.
- Is there parking at the homes?
- Yes. Free parking is included at every home, and both communities are gated.
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