Recently returned from our second stay at Boca del Vista, our previous stay being in 2014. The property is as described and the only changes noted from the site images are upgrades with a new suite in the living room and table and chairs in the dining area. As indicated by other reviewers the surrounding area is well presented, peaceful and close enough to all attractions, although a hire car is a must, in my opinion, to make the most of the region. It's a good location for travelling further within Florida with the east and west coasts approx 1 hour away, Miami is 230 miles and the very picturesque Naples approx 230 miles. I would certainly recommend the latter for a day trip or longer, the beach and immediate surrounding area are a must see, particularly at sunset.
We found that family Sunbathing on the pool deck isn't really possible until early afternoon but the sun stays on the pool through to around sunset when it sets behind the trees of the conservation area to the rear. Seasonal pm thunderstorms can restrict this further though, spectacular as they may be. There is almost complete privacy at this location with only very occasional maintenance staff likely to show up.
Any issues we had were notified to the owners and dealt with promptly by the local management company, we have the impression the owners genuinely care about their guests having a pleasant time, reflected in the updated furniture and hopefully continued maintenance programme to maintain the required standards.
Berry Town Center is on the edge of Highlands Reserve where you'll find an excellent Publix including gas station, local small independent restaurants and an Applebees and IHOP. A couple of miles further along the US27 is the beginning of the 192 where larger stores and restaurants to suit all tastes can be found. If you're not doing the parks, the newly opened Disney Springs is a decent entertainment spot with free parking and admission that provides an element of the park experience.
Golf at Highlands Reserve with the associated House Links membership costs $25, decent Taylormade rental clubs are available at a further $40 although a discount card for 50% off was provided for my next round. In July the course is reasonably quiet, although I do know that from October is gets busy particularly into January when bookings are a must. Some course maintenance is undertaken so expect the greens to have been sanded etc. There are numerous courses within a 20mile radius.