Lets start with the issues we had as I do not want readers to stay with the negative at the end of the review.
We have stayed on various properties within Bellavida in the past, and in every property we have found the occasional roach, this time around we found 3.
The pool area seemed uncared for with weeds growing in between the pavers.
The third day of our stay, a component of the pool was leaking water, property management used duct tape and turned off the pool pump; the pump was not turned back on for the remainder of our six day stay, by the last night we would not use the pool as the water had turned murky.
Cleaning crew requires attention, we moved a lamp and the phone on the master bedroom to accommodate personal items, and there was a considerable amount of dust underneath.
Welcome letter states garbage is picked up from a bench outside of the unit which has compartment to hold a bag or two; it was full upon our arrival; we took our garbage to the compactor daily. Informed management, but the day of our departure the garbage still remained.
Most of these items reflect poorly on property management as opposed to the property owner.
The positives -
Communication with Maria, from booking and through our stay, was amazing, her responses were prompt, the information and support provided was outstanding.
Property is located in an area accessible to supermarket, gas stations, restaurants, and 20 to 30 minute drive in rush hour to any of the parks that Orlando.
The home has a comfortable layout with space for a large family. Beds were comfortable, and even though 2 of the rooms contained 2 twin beds, there was plenty of space to make for a comfortable environment for those sharing the room.
The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, glassware, dinnerware and all necessary appliances to make meals.
Living room area has comfortable couches with enough space for the family. At the time of our stay, the coffee table extended to uncover a chess and backgammon boards, this was a pleasant addition for the chess lovers in our party.
At the moment of our stay, the unit contained a PS1 and an Xbox with plenty of games, which the young ones in the family enjoyed as they were “retro consoles”
Washer and dryer were in extremely well condition and were a plus during our stay.
Full size pool steps away from the living area is a plus as it eliminates the travel over to the resort’s club house.