One of the top 10 North-American road trips

Big Bend Scenic Byway, Florida. Day trip from our vacation / Holiday rental villa House of Orange at Watersong Resort near Orlando, Cental Florida.
Distance: 121 miles from St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge to Apalachicola
Weaving through national forestland and then along the Gulf Coast, this Florida byway is packed with photo ops and all sorts of wildlife. Comprised of a Forest Trail and a Coastal Trail, it is a unique journey that will take you through two very different ecosystems and plenty of classic Florida sights.
Drive slowly and watch out for wild hogs, bobcats, and snakes along these rural roads. Your first stop in St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge might even yield a spotting of the endangered West Indian manatee or leatherback turtle. Continue along the Forest Trail to Lake Talquin State Forest, where bald eagles and gopher tortoises live in the rolling uplands and swamps. As you head back south to the Apalachicola River Wildlife and Environmental Area, the most thriving longleaf-pine and wire-grass ecosystem in the United States, take a moment to look out your window as the Forest Trail cuts a stunning swath through Florida's woodland riches.
The drive along Apalachicola Bay's Coastal Trail begins a change in scenery from forests to salt marshes, beaches, and dunes. Before ending your journey in Apalachicola, cross the Bryant Patton Bridge for a day trip on St. George Island, a 28-mile barrier island that rewards with uncrowded white-sand beaches, pristine marshes, and some of the freshest oysters you'll ever eat.

Orlando, Florida, Golfer's Paradise

In the direct vicinity of our vacation villa at Watersong resort in Davenport, near Orlando, Florida, are many great golf courses.

Orlando; Golfer's paradise



Golfer's paradise best courses in Florida

Right next to Watersong Resort is the Golf course of Providence.

Providence Golf Club is destined to become a popular Central Florida golf destination.18 hole champion golf course Technically challenging and esthetically pleasing, Providence Golf Club is a masterpiece. The 18-hole championship course, designed by renowned architect Mike Dasher, will test your game and soothe your senses as it winds its way through land featuring fresh water creeks, ancient hardwoods and wetlands. It is not unusual to get a glimpse of otters, deer or a wild turkey during your round.

While serving as a haven of serenity for residents and local golfers, Providence also provides a refreshing getaway for tourists, with a location only 15 minutes from world-class theme parks. Dasher has an affection for European style golf courses, and it is evident on some of his unique, undulated greenBest golf courses near Orlando, Floridas at Providence. Reviews of the new facility indicate he has surpassed his objective. In addition to providing a challenging and scenic course, Providence’s professional staff has over 45 years of experience in the golf industry and received numerous awards and recognitions by the PGA and LPGA. Customer care is taken seriously at Providence. The dedicated staff is sincerely devoted to making a day at the golf course enjoyable for all. We work while you play.Go play at the best golf courses near Orlando, Davenport.

Further courses near by are the five 18-hole golf courses are the Magnolia, the Palm, Lake Buena Vista, Eagle Pines, and Osprey Ridge (the last two are part of the Bonnet Creek Golf Club). There is also a nine-hole walking course called Oak Trail, designed for young golfers. Together, they are known as Disney’s “99 holes of golf.” There are two miniature golf courses, Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland.

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A. Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club
www.ridgewoodlakesgolf.com - (863) 424-8688

B. Highlands Reserve Golf Club
www.highlandsreserve-golf.com - (863) 420-1724

C. championsgate Golf
www.championsgategolf.com - (407) 787-4653

D. Frankly Frog Putting Studio
www.franklygolf.com - (407) 396-4004

E. Polo Park Pro Shop
maps.google.com - (863) 424-3341

F. Deer Creek RV Golf Resort: Golf Club Tee Times
www.rvthereyet.cc - (863) 424-3153

G. Polo Park East
www.poloparkeast.com - (863) 424-0093

H. International Golf Course
maps.google.com - (888) 558-9301

I. Highlands Reserve Villas
www.highlandsreservevillas.com - (863) 420-8020

J. Ginn Reunion Resort
www.reunionresort.com - (407) 662-1000

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