Genuine south-facing pool deck. There is a handrail for less mobile people
Location: Orlando, Central-Disney-Orlando Area, Florida, USA (8 Miles from Disney, Close to Shops, Gated Community) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: Two-storey house,south-facing pool, games room
"Southview" has 5 large bedrooms and is just a short distance away from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Seaworld attractions of Orlando. Our home lies in a quiet secluded enclave of luxurious private executive homes surrounded by wooded areas and lakes.
***Complimentary Broadband Internet + National and International Phone Calls***
Lake Berkley is a prestigious gated resort with a 24/7 security guard. It is centered around three sparkling lakes, with two private clubhouses and recreational facilities. Our pool and spa enjoy all day sunshine and overlook a lake that provides a truly tranquil place to relax and enjoy the peace away from the many local attractions.
When giving the theme parks a miss you can enjoy our professionally converted dedicated interior game room with its own full-size slate-bed pool table,Fusball table, Playstation II, DVD/Video combo and cable TV. It has two leather couches just made for lounging in front of the TV. The room is decorated with an eclectic mix of pool room memorabilia and all things USA!!! This room could be used as a second sitting room when required.
Most of the main rooms look out onto the beautiful pool and lake view. The Great Room has a cathedral ceiling giving a light, airy and spacious feel. It has three sumptuous soft leather 3 seater couches. For your enjoyment we have provided a home entertainments system, which includes a 52 inch LCD HDTV with digital cable channels complete with Home Theatre System DVD/CD player with an iPod Dock. Patio doors lead from the open plan kitchen and breakfast area, which has a large table and seating for six, onto the pool decking thus allowing you to enjoy the lakefront scenes whilst eating. There is an additional formal dining area conveniently situated near the kitchen.
The genuine south-facing pool and spa allows you maximum sunshine hours and overlooks a lake. Our pool has "Color Splash" multi-coloured pool light offering a variety of lighting effects transforming our pool at night into a color-rich paradise. This can be viewed on our website. A handrail is provided to help those of limited mobility to and from the pool. Privacy on the pool deck is of paramount importance, and to facilitate this we have a fence on both sides of the pool deck, without compromising the wonderful view beyond.
The opulently decorated master bedroom suite is located downstairs and overlooks the pool and lake. Furnished with a magnificent king-size bed, cable TV and DVD. The large bathroom includes a Roman-style oval bathtub, separate shower cubicle, WC, vanity basin and walk in wardrobe with a SAFE.
A second bedroom has a king-size bed, is located downstairs and has a flat screen remote controlled cable TV/DVD combo and fitted wardrobe. Positioned opposite is a bathroom, fitted with a shower cubicle easily accessible to those with restricted mobility, WC and vanity basin.
The fully-equipped laundry room, with washer, dryer, iron and ironing board is also located downstairs as is the game room.
Upstairs you will find another master bedroom which has views over the pool and lake and is fitted with another magnificent king-size bed and cable TV and VCR. It has an abundance of soft furnishing and is vibrantly decorated in a style to bring out the romantic in you. It is next door to the family bathroom.
The other two rooms upstairs are fitted with twin beds, each have their own flat screen remote controlled cable TV/DVD combo. One of the bedrooms can be converted into a FOURTH King size bed. The other twin bedroom has a Mickey Mouse theme. The family-size bathroom is also located upstairs and has a screened bath tub and overhead shower, WC and vanity basin.
Our gated community has 2 clubhouses, three minutes walk from Southview, one has a spa, gym/fitness room, cyber cafe/computer room with 2 PCs, pool table, large flat screen TV and sofas. Here you will find a newly completed swimming pool and children's wading pool with water cannons. This area is fully compliant for disabled users. The other clubhouse has a Tiki pool-side bar, close by is a tots-lot so the children can play while you have a relaxing drink. Here you will find the and table tennis table.
There are tennis and basketball courts almost opposite the house. The main lake has a small beachfront, volley ball pitch and a children's play area. Next to this you will find the exercise stations, a jogging path and a small nature trail running beside the lake.
The house is located near to the popular Route 192 with its many shops and restaurants. Wal-Mart is just 2 minutes away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : With additonal Ceiling Fans in all rooms even the LANAI
- Linens Provided : Pool towels provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Own driveway
- Beds
- King Bed : 1 Master Suite with King-size bed. 2 Master Bedrooms
- Twin/Single Bed : 2 Bedrooms with 2 twin beds
- Crib : Pack & play portable crib/travel cot
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : At resort clubhouse
- Cable/Satellite TV : 1 Digital TV offering 300+ channels, 6 cable TV's
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : A selection of videos are provided
- Video Game Console : Playstation 2
- Video Games : PS2 games provided
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Private Pool : With intergrated heatable SPA.
- Shared Pool : At resort clubhouses
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai : With overdead fan.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Superb un-interrupted view over lake.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Free National and International Phone Calls
- Broadband Internet : Wireless Broadband Internet Access is at the house - Bring your own laptop/notebook
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Dedicated interior GAME ROOM with full-size slate bed pool table and foosball, SAFE attached to the floor, 3 hairdryers, PRIVACY FENCING, Alarmed patio doors to stop children going outside unnoticed to the pool. Brinks Security Alarm System
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly : Two play parks on-site.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Tennis, basketball and Volleyball courts within the resort. Two communal pools one with a Tiki bar serving beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks, Internet cafe, pool tables, arcade machines, Conceirge service 8am - 9am, Free book exchange.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2011
Low Season, September......................................$190 per night
Mid Season, Jan, Feb, Oct, Nov, Dec .......................$215 per night
High Season, Mar, Apr, May, June, Jul, Aug, Dec............$230 per night
Peak Season, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year....$260 per night
US rates subject to Florida Tax @ 13 %.
Pool/Spa heating is an optional extra @ $30 per day.
We accept PAYPAL.A booking less than 7 nights will incur a cleaning charge of $150
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
South-Facing, Lake View - Game Room - 5 Bedrooms, 3 King Beds
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Orlando
Florida and families go hand-in-hand. There is no better place for us than the peaceful oasis of the upmarket gated community resort of Lake Berkley. It has so much to offer…tennis, basketball, cyber café, tiki bar and much, much more. It is a wonderful place to take time-out to be with your children and family members.
The Unique Benefits at this House
In our sumptuously decorated home we believe we have created a real quality family environment, a home from home, a place where you can come together but still have areas to go off to if you so wish. Time and effort has been spent giving our home the attention to detail the discerning guests expects. We are delighted to have created a quality environment for all our guests to enjoy. Regular personal visits by us, ensures that our home remains immaculate for ourselves and our guests. We are confident it will exceed all your expectations of what a vacational rental home can and should offer.
Owner's Map of Orlando
About Ourselves: We are Madeleine and Denis we’ve been married for thirty-seven years and have two adult children, Suzanne and Robert. We have grown up together and family life is central to us both. I have been fortunate to be a stay-at-home mom and made it my mission to provide a loving home environment for us all; this is something which I am immensely proud of. I have now turned my attention to our home in Florida. Families play an important role in our lives and we hope this devotion has transcended into our stunning home in Florida.
Property Photos
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- Genuine south-facing pool deck. There is a handrail for less mobile people - Kissimmee, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Lake Berkley Resort!
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- Pool at night - Kissimmee, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Lake Berkley Resort!
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- Front View of Southview Villa - Kissimmee, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Lake Berkley Resort!
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- The Family Room has a 52 inch LCD HDTV with Theatre Surround Sound.
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- INTERNAL Games Room with TV DVD/VCR and PS2
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- Internal Room - Hours of entertainment in our fully equipped A/C Games Room
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- Master bedroom suite with a quality KING size bed with TV.
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- Ground floor king bedroom with LCD TV/DVD combo
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- Another of the twin rooms, with a dressing table and LCD TV/DVD combo
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- Formal Dining Room set with fine china, linens and stemware for dining in style.
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- Master bedroom ensuite with Roman Tub and Shower Cubicle.
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- Family bathroom with screened bath tub
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- Fishing pontoon on the second lake is 200 yds from Southview.
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- Resort Tiki Bar less than a 5 minute walk away from our villa.
Traveler Reviews (19)
Southview
Guest: Mary
(Conroe, Texas)
Date of Stay: 01/03/12
Review Submitted: 01/19/12
We really enjoyed our stay at Southview. It is a great place to stay with family members. Everything you would ever need was furnished.Plenty of nice dishes,bedding and towels Even a box of matches which a neighbor came and borrowed a few to light his grill.We hope to come back in the future as the stay was perfect for us and our daughters and their familys.Disney World was very easy to get to also enjoyed Fantasy of Flight which was about 20 miles away.
Owner response:Dearest Susan, Thank you so much for your lovely review. It makes it all worth while when we know our guests have enjoyed our home. Hopefully it won't be long before you return. Thank you once again. Love Maddie and Den xxx
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
WOW.....
Guest: Diane25
(Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11
Review Submitted: 04/07/11
Hi Madeleine Just wanted to send a note telling you how much we enjoyed the house. We loved the house it’s in a great location close to all the major parks and my favourite the outlet malls. We also noticed that the house was very clean so the housecleaner is doing a great job. And the Management Company called twice to make sure everything was OK so that is good. The girls enjoyed the pool and I enjoyed running in the neighbourhood. Rick and I also found out that Shannon knows how to play foosball and Rick had fun showing Shannon how to play pool. We all had great sleeps and it was easy to make the house home. As they say in Disney.."Have a magical day" and all the best to you and your family.
Owner response:Thank you Diane, Rick, Shannon and friends for your lovely comments regarding our home. We were delighted to read you'd had a wonderful time at Southview. It makes it all so worthwhile when we hear our guests have enjoyed themselves. Fondest regards, Madeleine and Denis xxx
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Guest: Becker Family
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/09/10
We have rented several homes on our vacations and I can say no experience was as good as this one(and we had no issues with the others). At first I was a little concerned with renting from someone outside the U.S. but Madeleine quickly erased those concerns and personally made sure our experience was perfect. I could not endorse them any higher. The kids loved the pool, hot tub, tennis court, and the game room. The entire house was clean, well equipped and a very much needed relief after long days at Disney. It was close to everything yet far enough away to relax. We will happily stay here again. Thanks for everything!!!!
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Guest: Malcolm Valentine
(Aberdeen, UK)
Date of Stay: 10/29/09
Review Submitted: 10/29/09
Southview is idyllic. A beautiful villa, very well equiped, with a south facing pool area looking out over a peaceful lake. Lake Berkley is a secure and well appointed community with good recreational facilities. Siuated very close to the Wal-Mart and close to the Poinciana Boulevard it makes for easy access to shopping and easy travel to the parks and beyond. As a group of eight, we had great fun and were sorry to leave! Madeleine and Denis, the owners, are great people to deal with and very supportive through booking, the stay, and afterwards. Snap up a booking in this villa if you can!
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Guest: Angela35
(Warrington, Cheshire)
Date of Stay: 08/16/09
Review Submitted: 08/16/09
We have just returned from a 2 week stay at this wonderful villa. The location is perfect, just off the 192, so close to all the attractions and restaurants, with the added bonus of a super walmart just down the road. The villa was extremely comfortable, clean, spacious and well equipped, with lovely views over the lake. The owners couldn't have been more friendly or helpful from the very first contact. All in all highly recommended
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Guest: Wigginton Family
(Cedar Park, TX)
Date of Stay: 08/06/09
Review Submitted: 08/06/09
We stayed for three nights and had a fabulous time. It was an excellent respite from the heat and crowds at Disney. My four year old son says the pool and game room were his favorite parts of the whole vacation! Madeleine has been extremely friendly and prompt about everything.
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Guest: Aidan O Shaughnessy
(Ireland)
Date of Stay: 03/03/09
Review Submitted: 03/03/09
We had a great time staying in Southview on our recent golf holiday in Orlando. We found the house great, with great space and every comfort. The kids (43-71 year olds)loved the games room. If you lost the golf you might win the pool. Each of the 5 of us had our own bedroom, with TV, all for the price of 1 room in a hotel. Why book anywhere else if South View is available. I am going back in Oct to do the theme parks with my family, and immediately tried to book South View, it would be ideal for a family holiday, as is near all the Disney parks, restuarents etc. 5 Happy Paddy's looking forward to our next trip.
Owner response:Thank you Aidan for your wonderful comments regarding our home. Maddie xxx
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Guest: Margo Houston
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Date of Stay: 12/14/08
Review Submitted: 12/14/08
When it is your first time booking an online reservation of a home in another country and taking responsibility for the comfort and enjoyment of 10 people you are vacationing with.....it can be scary to trust and take the plunge. Booking with the Locks was a truly pleasant experience all around. Every single thing about the place was EXACTLY as described but when you see it for real it appears even more beautiful. It was the holiday of our dreams. The surrounding community had every convenience and many attractions enjoyable for all different age groups and interests. The girls went shopping, the boys went golfing the kids went mini golfing and go-karting besides being a very short distance from all of the major attractions and then there was the heated pool and hot tub to enjoy! Madeleine and Denis have thought of everything. They have a binder full of advise, hints, tips and maps of the Disney parks and surrounding area. The home was also beautifully decorated for the Christmas season. Thank God there are people like them out there making dreams come true for others at a very reasonable rate. Thanks for all of your hard work and friendly chat. Margo and Dean and extended vacationing family.
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Guest: Leida,Joe,& Family
(Worcester, Ma)
Date of Stay: 11/17/08
Review Submitted: 11/17/08
Madie & Denis My Family & I stayed at Madie & Denis house at Southview in July. This was the best vacation we have been on. The house is absolutely beautiful, it has everything you need to washer, drier, full kitchen with all the things you need for cooking ect. ect. to make your stay enjoyable. You have a nice view of the lake right in your back yard, where you can go fishing if you like. Walmart is just down the road. Everything is just minutes away. Madie & Denis are very nice people they help us in alot of things we needed. For them to be in the U.K their house is so well kept eveything you see in the pictures is what you get a beautiful house but much bigger in person. I recommend this house to anybody. Oh also the beds are like sleeping on clouds!!!!! Thank Madie & Denis we will be back soon everything was great!!! much love
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Guest: Mike Foster
(Bowie, MD)
Date of Stay: 11/02/08
Review Submitted: 11/02/08
We so enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home. The heated pool was most enjoyable and we had a great time. I can't see why anyone would pay hotel prices when your place is available. It had everything my family needed and we would certainly stay there again. It was so nice to have a place to come back to with the kids that we could treat like home.
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