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HAINES CITY VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Haines City |
| The slow-paced, Haines City is snuggled in the “heart of Florida,” amid Winter Haven and Kissimmee. The city soaked in the charm of friendly locals, tranquil setting and a laid-back atmosphere, offers a myriad variety of Haines City vacation rentals, for you to enjoy a private retreat. |
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Haines City Vacation Rental Information |
| Haines City, located in the heart of Florida, has 16 beautiful lakes and some impressive vacation rental options. Beautiful vacation rental villas, vacation rental townhouses and vacation rental houses have amenities that make for a comfortable stay. Its central location makes it possible for visitors to visit both sides of the coast while on vacation. |
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Most of the Haines City vacation rental accommodations include houses or villas and a 2-bedroom villa generally sleeps 4 to 6 people. A 5-bedroom villa could sleep as many as 12 people. Many of the villas offer access to exclusive golf courses, tennis and volleyball courts, clubhouses with gymnasium, apart from amenities such as a washer/dryer, cable TV, children’s’ playground and Internet facilities. Smoke alarms and emergency exit lighting for safety are also in place in some of the luxury villas. Most of the villas have private pools some even have hot tubs.
Different rates are applicable for different months in many of the villas, with rentals being lower from January to March, and in November and December. Rates are higher in the period between June to September, but highest during the festive season (Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving.) Haines City offers exotic and comfortable vacation rentals; mostly on a nightly or weekly basis. Several villas offer superb views of the many lakes in Haines City.
Haines City also offers houses for vacation rentals. A 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom house sleeps 4 to 6 people. Also available are 4-bedrooms, 3-bath houses that sleep up to 10. Houses in Haines City too come with several amenities including cable TV, Internet facilities, DVD players and DVD collections, washing machine, dryer, a pool area, among other facilities.
There is a diverse range of outdoor activities in Haines City and most vacation rentals have equipments and infrastructure organized for these. Many Haines City houses have tennis, volleyball courts, access to excellent golf courses and bikes. Most of the rentals have access to state-of-the-art golf courses and an opportunity to play some of your other favorite sports such as tennis and volleyball. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Haines City |
| Most of the vacation rental accommodations in the area do not allow pets. Those that do, ask for a pet deposit. Smoking is not allowed in most of the vacation rentals, but some allow it in the patio area. Remember that in vacation rental houses too, rates are higher during the festive season. Late availability discounts are offered in some of the vacation rentals for bookings under a few days. Cleaning charges in all vacation rentals are extra. Charges for pool heating are also extra. |
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Must See in Haines City |
Its proximity to Walt Disney World makes it almost imperative for every visitor to go to Haines City. A favorite with vacationers, Walt Disney World - Animal Kingdom, Disney-MGM Studios, Magic Kingdom and Epcot offer you hours, indeed days, of unadulterated fun and frolic. Haines City is located close to many amusement, water and theme parks such as Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, Walt Disney
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World Typhoon Lagoon, Water Mania and Wet N' Wild Water Park.
The town itself has several beautiful lakes that make it an ideal spot for water sports such as diving, snorkeling, parasailing, canoeing and windsurfing. Outdoor lovers look forward to hiking and biking in the Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park, located just 13 miles from Haines City. The state park is home to some rare plants and animal species.
If you are a golf lover, Haines City is the place to be. It has three state-of-the-art golf courses, rated as among the best in the US. Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club, Diamondback Golf Club and Sun Air Lodge and Golf Course offer great facilities in golf.
If you are inclined towards art, culture and history, Haines City has much lined up for you as well. You can choose from the many museums in Orlando, Tampa, Winter Park and Lakeland. |
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Sights and Attractions in Haines City |
Haines City is not only about lakes and water sports. There are a variety of entertainment options available here to make it a memorable holiday for vacationers of all ages. Most of the vacation rentals have access or membership to some of the best golf courses in the state. There are also many amusement and theme parks, water parks, state parks, zoos, aquariums, museums of art, history and technology for history enthusiasts.
A must see on the itinerary of every visitor to Haines City is Walt Disney World. Animal Kingdom, Disney-MGM Studios, Magic Kingdom and Epcot are favorites with visitors. Situated on Lake Buena Vista, these places hold attraction for kids and adults alike.
• Museums
• Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom
• Walt Disney World- MGM Studios
• Cypress Gardens Adventure Park
• Walt Disney World Typhoon Lagoon
• Wet N' Wild Water Park |
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Outdoor Recreation in Haines City |
| Haines City has several options when it comes to activities. For the vacationers who like to pump their adrenaline, choices for outdoor activities in Haines City are plentiful. You can also visit the beautiful Gulf coast, which has some exotic coral beaches.
• Water Sports
• Hiking and Biking | |
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Golfing in Haines City |
Haines City is a haven for golf-loving vacationers. In Haines City itself, there are 3 state-of-the-art golf courses, including the famed Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club. Also in Haines City are Diamondback Golf Club and Sun Air Lodge and Golf Course.
• Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club
• Diamondback Golf Club
• Sun Air Lodge and Golf Course |
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Haines City Fairs and Festivals |
If your thing is art, history and culture, Haines City makes your stay truly exciting. Many of the museums that are close to Haines City organize extensive programs such as exhibitions and festivals in art, culture and history.
Orlando Museum of Art will hold interesting programs this year too. The Art of the Motorcycle, an exhibition on motorcycles is being held from January 22 to July 23. Aztec to Zapotec, Selections from the Ancient Americas Collection, American Arts: Portrait, Landscape and Patterns of Life are among the other exhibitions slated for the year.
Cypress Gardens Adventure Park has 17 concerts and events lined up for the year, including water sports tournament from April 21 to 23, Home School Days on April 24, Celebrate America Festival from June 23 to April 30, concerts by Trisha Yearwood on May 13, George Jones on November 25 and Jo Dee Messina on September 16.
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Dining and Nightlife in Haines City |
You are spoilt for choice in Haines City when it comes to dining alternatives. You could choose from a variety of cuisines including Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Barbeque, and from restaurants such as Olive Garden and Red Lobster. Red Lobster offers some exotic and fresh seafood and invigorating drinks. It also conducts the Lobsterfest, a festival of seafood, and during this time, exotic seafood dishes are churned out in an amazing selection for visiting diners.
Bahama Breeze, also in Haines City, has elaborate lunch, dinner and beverage menus. It even has a kids menu, and a Caribbean cuisine section. If you love Chinese food, then Panda Express is the place you should be heading to, when in Haines City. The place serves authentic Chinese fare, both spicy and otherwise. Some unique tastes are to be found here such as Orange flavored Chicken, Sweet and Spicy Panda Original, and many more. There are also good coffee shops and restaurants around Haines City in Winter Haven, Lake Wales, and other nearby locations.
Though not many in number, bars and night clubs in Haines City add jazz to the nightlife of the region. You can visit Amos Tavern or Liquorup, which are among the popular bars in Haines City. Some restaurants have jazz nights, which are popular with visitors. |
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Shopping in Haines City |
| Haines City has many shopping malls and department stores where you can go on a shopping spree. You can get everything you want, from clothes, accessories to antique pieces and collectibles in and around Haines City. While in Haines, you can pick up gifts for loved ones from the many gift shops there. |
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Best Times to Visit Haines City |
Haines enjoys a sub-tropical climate throughout the year. Though the summers are humid and hot, the area receives over 50 inches of rainfall every year. Heavy showers and thunderstorms are common but do not last too long. Winters here mean warm days and cool evenings. The region is 127 feet above sea level on an average. Visiting Haines City in winters is also a pleasant experience. Winters are bright, with warms days and less humidity.
Haines City has near-perfect weather throughout the year, making it an ideal spot for a vacation anytime of the year. Vacation rental rates, however, are high during the festive season. Situated in Central Florida, the region receives ample rainfall and is lush and green throughout the year. Museums and parks in and around Haines City have several interesting programs lined up throughout the year for vacationers. |
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Time Zone for Haines City |
| Eastern Standard Time. |
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Getting To and Around Haines City |
| Haines City is accessible by its nearest airports Orlando International Airport located 29 miles northeast of Haines City in Orlando or Orlando/Sanford airport, around 51 miles northeast of Haines City. Tampa International Airport is around 56 miles away in Tampa and Melbourne International Airport is 60 miles away from Haines City in Florida. Bus services and car rentals in Haines City make traveling within the beautiful town easy. |
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