All About The Ginn Reunion Resort

What's one of my favorite places to stay when in Orlando, Florida? I would not even blink an eye - my answer would be the Ginn Reunion Resort. I recently stayed there while speaking at the National Association of Realtors conference. Not only will I discuss why I enjoy the property so much, I will focus on the state of the real estate market within the resort.

Ginn Reunion Resort, located off the I-4 corridor in Orlando, is within minutes of such famed theme parks as Walt Disney World®, Universal Studios Florida® and SeaWorld®. In fact, eight of the top 15 tourist attractions in the country, along with The Mall at Millenia, Downtown Orlando and the International Airport, are just a short drive from Ginn Reunion’s front gate.

For less than what you would pay to stay in a traditional five star resort such as the Ritz-Carlton, you can stay in your choice of a luxurious, fully-equipped condo or single family home. You have access to a wealth of amenities including multiple golf courses (designed by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Tom Watson), clubhouse, spa, fine dining, and an interactive water park that nearly defies description. This multi-level reality includes a collection of pools, water slides, a lazy river and a splash factory with water jets and a giant water-filled bucket that adds to the energy and excitement that is enjoyed here on a daily basis.

The level of service was first class at all times. The staff are very friendly, and want to make sure that your stay is enjoyable. I especially appreciated all of the late-night dining deliveries to my condo after being at the conference all day.

If you are brave, there are numerous residential real estate opportunities available. I say this because Florida has been hit hard, and values have dropped significantly. I wish I had a crystal ball, but I do not, and there is no telling when the Central Florida real estate market may start to recover. Properties that were once selling in the $600,000 range may now be selling in the $300,000 range.

The resort is divided into different communities, such as Seven Eagles, Centre Court Ridge, Reunion Grande, The Villas, and Homestead, where you can choose anything from 1, 2, and 3 bedroom condos to large, luxurious single family homes. Homeowners, if they choose, can rent their residences through Ginn's Rental Management Program to resort guests.

Recently, and due to the value of the dollar, there have been a large number of international buyers that have been expressing interested in the property. It is especially important for these buyers to leverage the services of a reputable currency broker to keep foreign exchange costs in line (another post on this later).

I specialize in hotel-residence and condo-hotel properties. If you are are interested in learning more about the opportunities at Ginn Reunion Resort, please fill out an information request and I will get information to you right away. I'm also a licensed real estate broker in Florida, so I can help guide you through the offerings that are available and help you find and select the perfect home.