DAVENPORT VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Davenport |
| Davenport, Florida, is a quiet, small town neighbor of Disney World, placed just off the beaten path. Located to the southwest of Orlando, near Lake Tohopekaliga and Lake Marion, Davenport is just minutes from major Florida attractions including the Walt Disney World, Epcot, Universal Studios, and Gatorland. The city's ideal location is complemented by the wide range of Davenport vacation rentals offered to make it a perfect getaway to experience tranquility without missing out on the magic of Disney World and the excitement of other larger-than-life attractions. |
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Davenport Vacation Rental Information |
Davenport’s central location complimented by an abundance of varied types of vacation rentals including Davenport villas makes the city a perfect spot to base your Florida vacation. You can find many Davenport vacation rentals including golf view vacation condos, vacation townhomes, pool view vacation villas, and fabulous lakeside houses which besides being comfortable accommodations |
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are in absolute proximity to Orlando attractions and Disney World as well.
While the condo rentals in Davenport feature 1 – 3 BR and can sleep up to 8 people, the Davenport vacation houses can have as many as 7 bedrooms and can offer accommodations for as many as 18 people. The most popular vacation rental accommodations are Davenport villas that have number of bedrooms ranging from 2 to 6 bedrooms and can sleep up to 14 people.
These vacation homes in Davenport are generally fully furnished and are well-equipped with all modern conveniences and in many cases much more. The larger vacation villas and vacation houses have heated pools, Jacuzzis, and spas. Facilities like a backyard, parking space, and balcony are more common. The vacation condos feature a full-size living room, dining room and kitchen, fully equipped laundry room, and two screened patios. Widescreen TV with cable, DVD player, phone, Internet access and voice mail, hair dryer, linen, towels, baby crib, high chair, etc. are some of the other amenities provided by Davenport vacation rentals. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Davenport |
| Pool heating charges and cleaning charges are applicable separately
and a refundable security deposit has to be paid to confirm a booking. If you can't think of leaving your pet behind while on vacation, ensure that you choose a pet-friendly vacation home as pets are not allowed in many Davenport vacation rentals. Smoking is also not permissible in many of the vacation homes. Rental charges have to be paid in advance in most Davenport vacation rentals. |
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Must See in Davenport |
A day out at Lake Tohopekaliga is necessary to indulge in some water games and activities. If history and culture happen to capture your interest, then you cannot leave the place without visiting Figge Art Museum.
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Sights and Attractions in Davenport |
| Davenport’s convenience of vicinity to Orlando cannot be just missed out – you can experience all the fun and frolic at those adventure parks, while staying in comfortable Davenport villas amid serene environs, away from all the commotion of big city life.
• Figge Art Museum
• Orlando Amusement Parks
• Day Trips to the Nearby Areas |
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Outdoor Recreation in Davenport |
| There are lots of adrenaline pumping activities for an outdoor enthusiast. Be it water sports, boating, fishing or hiking, biking and other active pursuits, you'll never be bereft of choices.
• Fishing, Boating and Water Sports
• Sports
• Hiking
• Bird watching |
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Golfing in Davenport |
| A number of public golf courses are located in Davenport. The Highlands Reserve Golf Course, which stretches 6673 yards, is an 18-hole, par-72 facility. The Polo Park East is a public, 9-hole, par-58 facility. Apart from these, there are other major public, semi-private, and private golf courses just a drive away in the surrounding areas and can be easily accessed from the majority of the Davenport vacation rentals. |
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Davenport Fairs and Festivals |
| Several festivals keep the city busy. Some of the major festivals and events include Happy Joe's Jungle Bungle, Great Mississippi Valley Fair, Riverssance Festival of Fine Art and Quad City Arts Festival of Trees, along with some music and entertainment events. |
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Dining and Nightlife in Davenport |
Enjoy a wide range of pastas, steaks, ribs, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and vegetarian dishes while at Davenport. If freshest of mouth-watering seafood is what you are looking for, then Red Lobster Restaurants is the place for you. Taste some award-winning pie during your stay as well.
Nightlife here revolves around gazing at the star-studded sky or a refreshing walk by the sea. However, there are a few bars and pubs to spend your night away. Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar is an excellent place to chill out at night, where you can enjoy some smoked delicacies along with drinks of your choice. |
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Shopping in Davenport |
Davenport might not be shopper’s paradise but Orlando and Kissimmee are not too far away. Orlando is home to over 5 malls and many themed shopping boutiques. Kissimmee also has many specialty shops and shopping areas.
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Best Times to Visit Davenport |
Situated in the heart of Florida, the town of Davenport commands an ideal weather throughout the year. It is a lush green town with an average annual rainfall of almost 50 inches. The summers are warm with regular showers and thunderstorms are not so severe. Sub-tropical climate makes Davenport humid in the summer but the winters are sunny throughout the day and mild in the evenings.
To avoid the rush of tourists, winter is a good time to visit Davenport. By this time the rains have retreated, so no sudden downpours will spoil your outdoor plans. |
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Time Zone for Davenport |
| Eastern Standard Time |
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Getting To and Around Davenport |
Orlando International Airport is the closest major airport to Davenport, situated 25 miles northwest of the city. One can also choose to land at Tampa International Airport and rent a car for the remaining journey. Shuttle services from the various airports to Davenport are frequent. Visitors can also avail the Greyhound bus services.
Davenport is situated along US 17 and is just east of US 27, so can be accessed by both the highways if you’re planning a trip by road. But, if you are planning a trip to several destinations in the state, renting a car would be a more convenient option. |
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