So you're Renting a Vacation Home, Now what?

I've been struggling to decide what I would write about next.  I started this blog to chronicle our journey into the world of vacation home ownership, but what I didn't know at the time was that there would be so much waiting involve.  How boring would it be if I blogged weekly about how we're still waiting (which we are and my regular Friday update confirmed this). So today I thought I'd let everyone know what their options are for groceries when staying at a vacation home, at the Windsor Palms Resort specifically.

Even prior to jumping into this crazy process I was aware of Garden Grocer (www.gardengrocer.com). They do deliveries to the theme park hotels, private homes and vacation homes in the Kissimmee/Orlando area.  I know people personally that have used their service and have been very pleased with it.  When you visit their website you will need to set up an account, they have many payment options which will make most people happy. They have plenty of items to select from and even label organic, gluten free and kosher items. You can select your delivery date and time. It would be great to arrive at your vacation home and have your groceries arrive just after you. It certainly would make your first day or two less hectic. I will be posting a link to their website on the blog and the website so you can go directly there at anytime.

If you, like me look forward to the stroll through an American grocery store to check out all the different stuff then there are plenty of options nearby Windsor Palms. All within 10-15 minutes from the house. There is a Grocery store, a 24 hr Walgreens and numerous restaurants within 2 miles (3.2km ).  You can also head to a Super Target which is 3.8 miles (6km ), 10 minutes away, Walmart Supercentre 10.2 miles (16km) or the Publix Supermarket which is 4 miles (6.5km) away.

It is great that the Resort is so close to so many places.  Since it is self-catering only minimal supplies of toilet paper and soap will be provided by the management company. If we had to drive really far (us included) it wouldn't be quite as much fun.  Getting settled in and being able to enjoy a simple meal (BBQ anyone) by the pool sounds like a great way to start a vacation, I can't wait to do it myself.

Have a great weekend Everyone!