Places to stay near The Vanguard

Spacious Home with Pool & Hot Tub near Downtown

Nestled in one of the most coveted neighborhoods near Downtown Orlando (Ivanhoe Village), you'll be within a 5-min walk to tons of restaurants, bars, breweries, and boutique shops. Boasting a heated pool, hot tub, tiki bar, patio area w/seating & two living areas -you'll have ample room to play, entertain or relax in your Tropical Oasis! ☀ Harry P. Leu Gardens – 4 mins ☀ Orlando Museum of Art – 4 mins ☀ Universal Studios – 19 mins ☀ Walt Disney World – 24 mins ☀ The Mall at Millenia – 16 mins

Private pool home near Downtown

Thorton Park home embracing the "Florida lifestyle" with private backyard! This two bedroom and one bathroom home has a full kitchen and is best suited for up to five guests. Enjoy your large private pool surrounded by fenced in backyard and tropical plants. Just outside of your "new oasis", feel free to walk, bicycle or scooter to nearby eateries, Downtown Orlando and Lake Eola Park. Or take a short drive to The Kia Center, Dr. Philips Center, Camping World and Inter&Co Stadiums and much more!

Thornton Park Guest Suite - Lake Eola Private

Escape the tourist crowds and experience Orlando like a local in historic Thornton Park, one of the city’s most charming and walkable neighborhoods. Just blocks from Lake Eola, our private guesthouse offers free parking, 1-gig Wi-Fi, a queen bed, and a walk-in shower. Perfect for weekend getaways, business trips, concerts, or a downtown staycation, within walking distance KiaCenter and DrPhilips. And yes—Jackson our Golden Retriever, is the unofficial Superhost and loves greeting guests! 🐾

Contemporary Loft Near Downtown

Conveniently located between the foodie-friendly Milk District and Downtown Orlando, this impeccably thought-out space features a spacious loft style open floor plan perfect for a couple or small group. The floor to ceiling windows allow natural light to fill the space while providing complete privacy during your stay. Upscale Winter Park restaurants and the vibrant Thornton Park art scene are only a short drive away. Universal is only 20 minutes away, Disney is 35 minutes, MCO 20 minutes.

UPSCALE LOFT SPACE CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN.

Tucked right between the charm of Lake Eola Park and the eclectic, foodie-loved Milk District, this space puts you in the heart of Orlando’s most vibrant neighborhoods. With a Full renovation 3/2026, this open floor plan highlighted by floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light. When you’re ready to venture out, you’re just minutes from the upscale dining and shopping of Winter Park, as well as the walkable streets, art galleries, and lively energy of Thornton Park.

Orlando Oasis in the heart of Thornton Park

The perfect Oasis located in the beautiful Historic Thornton Park, one of the safest and quietest neighborhoods in Downtown Orlando, this brand new studio apt is perfect for couples, business travelers, and families of 3. Enjoy custom cozy decor, a super-comfy queen bed, full kitchen amenities, and a private view of the pool & downtown skyline. Easily walk to great parks, restaurants, bars, shopping, and Lake Eola. 20 min to Universal. 25 min to Disney. *VIDEO TOUR* available on YouTube.

Bright + Modern Downtown Guesthouse near Lake Eola

Best location in Orlando. No need for a car. This beautiful, historic 1947 garage apartment is a 5-minute walk to Lake Eola, and within walking distance of many lovely cafes, restaurants, and bars. We are very proud of our little guesthouse behind our home. We would love to host you and show off our beautiful city. Driving distances to major attractions: - Dr Phillips Center || 5 min (1.2 miles) - Amway Center || 5 min (1.5 miles) - Universal Studios || 20 min - Disney || 30 min

The Little Treehouse 2 at Country Club of Orlando

With rustic urban charm, The Little Treehouse "2" is a perfect relaxation spot for your stay in the City Beautiful. This completely renovated 1926 carriage house downstairs unit is a 260 sq. ft. blend of cosmopolitan comfort and enchantment. Located 5 minutes from Downtown, Amway Arena, Camping World Stadium, 15 minutes to Universal Studios, 25 minutes to Disney and an hours drive to Florida's beautiful beaches! *Search "Little Tree House Orlando" in your browser for more info.

Fun & Stylish Loft in Picturesque Neighborhood!

Stay in this beautifully decorated loft located in the heart of downtown Orlando. A comfy queen size bed w/memory foam mattress, and full size sofa bed can comfortably sleep 4. Open concept loft has a well equipped modern kitchen that allows guests to cook their favorite meal or enjoy take-out from one of the areas top rated restaurants. A separate dining area gives you plenty of room to relax and enjoy your morning coffee, or watch Netflix on the 55" wall mounted tv.

Spacious DT Orlando house off Lake Eola/ sleeps 6

Nestled in the historic Lake Eola Heights neighborhood and centrally located a block from Lake Eola Park. Close to bars and restaurants, and only a 20 min drive to MCO & all major theme parks. Space was designed with luxury appointments, for the upscale traveler to be comfortable as well as someone seeking accommodations with better offerings than that of what hotels have to offer. With 2 King beds in the bedrooms our space is big enough to fit your entire group.

1927 Bungalow · Walk to College Park Shops

A 1927 bungalow in College Park with its original character intact — plantation shutters, wood floors, a record player and a wall of albums worth digging through. A walk-everywhere address: Publix, Starbucks and the shops on Edgewater are two minutes away. Inside, a full kitchen with dishwasher, in-unit laundry, 1000 Mbps fiber and a real desk with ethernet — a week here works as easily as a weekend. Private patio and driveway parking for two.

Livingston Pool House- In The Heart of Downtown

Welcome to the Pool House! Our newly renovated detached pool house is located in the heart of downtown Orlando, in the Lake Eola Heights Historic District. We are two blocks to beautiful Lake Eola and all the dining and entertainment that Orlando has to offer. The Pool House has everything you need for a relaxing time at home, yet all the entertainment at your finger tips! Downtown living with a tropical escape!