Our Villa sits on Woodcrest Way which comes off Highway 27, just one mile north of the famous 192.

There is a large Wal Mart Supercentre right beside the junction to our house as well as Cagan's Crossing a new shopping and dining complex with some excellent Restaurants and Bars.

Further along Highway 27 there are numerous Restaurants and fast food establishments. Turning onto the 192 there is mile after mile of Restaurants with something to suit everyone.

For shopping the two main malls in the area are The Florida Mall and the Mall at Millenia.

The Florida Mall is the largest of the two - here's what its owner have to say about it:-

"Fabulous fashion. Exceptional eateries. Delightful diversions. That's what shoppers find at Orlando's fabulous fashion destination... The Florida Mall. Delectable treats at each and every turn. Opportunities to relax and refresh the spirit abound, and, ample parking makes getting here a breeze. Featuring Dillard's, JCPenney, Macy's, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue and Sears, along with over 250 specialty stores. The Florida Mall offers unparalleled shopping in Central Florida! With a complete renovation and expansion completed in November 1999, The Florida Mall boasts over 50 new specialty retailers with over 25 of those stores making their Central Florida debut. Come...enjoy...return...to Orlando and Florida Mall - where you'll find simply the best shopping there is."

The mall is located at the junction of Sand Lake Road and Orange Blossom Trail. From the villa take Highway 27 South, then turn left onto the 192. Follow the 192 until you reach Interstate 4 heading towards Orlando. Take the junction for Sand Lake Road and turn right - follow Sand Lake Road until you reach Orange Blossom Trail - Cross over this junction and the mall is on your right. Most days the mall is open until 9pm.

The Mall at Millenia offers an upmarket shopping experience with typically higher end stores than the Florida Mall.

The Mall's owners describe the mall as follows:-

"The Mall at Millenia offers the finest collection of luxury brands in Orlando. Made for those who surround themselves in luxury, it is an experience that defines elevated living. This superb collection of the world’s most desired retailers is unrivaled by any other shopping destination."

Discount and Outlet Malls

For bargains, head over to Orlando Premium Outlets on International Drive. Here you will find over 110 Outlet or "Factory" stores offering heavy discounts on well known branded items.

Stores include Ann Taylor, Barneys New York Outlet, Burberry, Coach, Diesel, Fendi, Gap Outlet, Giorgio Armani, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste, MaxMara, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Theory, Tommy Hilfiger and many more.