If you’ve researched Kissimmee vacation rentals, you’ve seen three names over and over: ChampionsGate, Reunion Resort, and Encore at Reunion West. They’re all premium gated communities with resort amenities — but they’re surprisingly different. Here’s the honest comparison.
Quick Comparison
| Encore at Reunion West | Reunion Resort | ChampionsGate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | ~420 homes | ~2,300 homes | ~1,500 homes |
| Built | 2017–2024 | 2002–ongoing | 2010–ongoing |
| Gated | 24/7 guarded | 24/7 guarded | 24/7 guarded |
| On-site water park | No | Yes | Yes (Oasis Clubhouse) |
| Golf | No | 3 championship courses | 2 Greg Norman courses |
| Clubhouse size | Shared with Reunion | Resort-scale | Large resort clubhouse |
| Distance to Disney | 15 min | 15 min | 17 min |
| Typical nightly | $395–$895 | $280–$1,500+ | $300–$1,100 |
Encore at Reunion West — The Newest, Most Curated
What it is: A smaller, newer community built adjacent to Reunion Resort. Every home is 2017+ construction. The community shares the Encore clubhouse with Reunion Resort guests.
Best for:
- Families who want a newer home with luxury finishes
- Those seeking themed or upgraded vacation rentals
- Quieter vacation experience
- First-time vacation rental guests
Not ideal for:
- Golf enthusiasts
- Those wanting an on-site water park
Reunion Resort — The Largest, Golf-Focused
What it is: The original large-scale Kissimmee vacation rental community. 2,300 homes spread across 2,300 acres, 3 championship golf courses (Watson, Palmer, Nicklaus), a full on-site water park, dining, and spa.
Best for:
- Serious golfers (real courses, not putting greens)
- Water park lovers
- Larger groups who want mixed amenities
- Anyone wanting the biggest range of home sizes and prices
Not ideal for:
- Those who want newer construction (many homes are 15+ years old)
- Smaller groups not using golf/water park
ChampionsGate — The Middle Ground
What it is: A large master-planned community by Lennar/Pulte with resort-style clubhouse (Oasis), lazy river, fitness center, and two Greg Norman-designed golf courses.
Best for:
- Families wanting resort amenities at mid-range prices
- Groups wanting a mix of modern homes and quality amenities
- Those prioritizing lazy river water feature
Not ideal for:
- Those who want the absolute closest Disney access
Drive Time to Key Places
| Destination | Encore at Reunion West | Reunion Resort | ChampionsGate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walt Disney World (MK) | 15 min | 15 min | 17 min |
| Universal Studios | 25 min | 25 min | 26 min |
| MCO Airport | 30 min | 30 min | 32 min |
| Publix grocery | 5 min | 7 min | 3 min |
| Starbucks | 5 min | 7 min | 2 min |
Community Vibe
Encore at Reunion West
Quiet streets, newer homes, fewer nightly rental ads. Feels residential.
Reunion Resort
More activity, golfers on property, families coming and going. Feels like a resort.
ChampionsGate
Busy main clubhouse, lots of kids at the lazy river. Feels like a family resort.
Which to Choose for Your Trip
Family of 4, Disney-focused: Encore or ChampionsGate. Both deliver great homes; Encore is newer.
Multi-gen group of 10+, mixed interests: Reunion Resort (for golf + water park + dining diversity) or ChampionsGate (for lazy river + amenities).
Couple, no kids, no golf: Encore (quietest).
Golf trip + Disney: Reunion Resort (on-site golf).
450 Burma’s Location
450 Burma is in Encore at Reunion West — the newest, most upscale of the three. See our 6-bedroom home or read more about Encore vs Reunion Resort specifically.
