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Lakeview Retreat 6 bed 5 bath luxury Villa on Formosa Gardens

Guest favourite! Fabulous pool home -Lake and Sunset views, minutes to Disney and Golf - Stunning pool, game room, fenced garden, secure gated upscale community

Formosa Gardens

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

5 bathrooms (4 en-suites)

Property ID: 5156

From (USD) $2834 - $4040 / week

Contact Details

Patricia

+ 07940 246508
mobile from UK

+011 44 7940246508
from USA (also Whats App)

Owner's website

Languages: English

Joined 2018

Over 15 years of selling Florida Tickets Over 15 years of selling Florida Tickets
  • Newly refurbished pool with lake view
  • Fountains in our pool
  • Air conditioned game room
  • Florida living! dining, living area with TV
  • fenced outside yard - cornhole games
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  • plenty of seating and dining options
  • relax in the spa, or have fun in the pool!
  • Kiddie pool
  • Lakeview retreat
  • Lounge with views to pool
  • Lounge
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  • kitchen with view to family room
  • light and airy family room
  • dining nook
  • 2nd TV room
  • formal dining area
  • Tropical theme master ground floor
  • Master with views to pool
  • all rooms have smart TV
  • Master ensuite soaker tub and walk in shower
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  • King room
  • ensuite to King room
  • Queen room with pool view
  • Shower room next to Queen
  • King upstairs, ensuite
  • newly refurbished ensuite to king room
  • Bright room with 2 Full beds
  • family bathroom
  • Bright twin room
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  • Game room with pool, air hockey and foosball
  • large smart TV with wifi pass Xbox
  • fully airconditioned
  • BBQ kitchen area
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  • Lights will guide you to our home
  • wonderful sunsets
  • great night atmosphere with changing lights
  • watch the ducks on our lake

Overview

Our luxury pool home has amazing South West facing views over the Lake. The gated community of Formosa Gardens offers peace & privacy - Few minutes to Shops, restaurants, Disney & Golf

Our spacious home offers comfort and luxury, a real home away from home 

The outside pool area is amazing - with large 38ft pool, spa and kiddi pool, plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture to enjoy the sun or relax in the shade of the lanai ,- there is an outside fenced garden with outdoor kitchen and ping pong table, Gas BBQ-Grill  

fully air conditioned games room, with pool table, foosball and air hockey,  large TV and play station

Your search is over! contact us for a quote and get ready to make some wonderful memories.

Included  Free WiFi, Gas BBQ Grill

Baby Cot, pack n play, highchair, stairgates

Pet welcome by prior arrangement

Fishing in Lake permitted

 Low deposit, card payments in pounds or Dollars, spread the payments on request

Facilities

Living

Spacious bright living area with views over the lake, features leather sofas and wicker chairs, large TV and surround sound.  Decorated in a light relaxing tropical seashore theme.  Featuring vaulted high celings with ceiling fan.  A wonderful gathering room open to the dining nook and kitchen.

Kitchen

Full equpped kitchen with American Fridge Freezer inc. water dispenser, large gas oven and microwave.  Lots of equipment to cook up a feast or a snack whilst enjoying the views of the pool and lake.  Dishwasher, coffee maker - filter and pod - blender, electric kettle.  Plenty of glasses and crockery for all your group.  Kiddi and outside Melamine dinnerware too!

Dining

With 4 dining areas to choose from, you will fully enjoy your time whether inside or alfresco.

A dining nook in the family room offers views of the pool, together with formal dining, outside table under the shady lanai, or by the poolside, you wont be short of space!

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms, sleeps 12.

All bedrooms feature comfortable beds and luxury linens, TV and ceiling fans 

Ground floor features

Spacious Master King Suite with doors to pool area, has 2 walk in closets (with safe), large ensuite with tub, shower, toilet and double vanity. Decorated in tropical colonial style.

Queen Bedroom with doors to Patio area, Tommy Bahama style furnishings and adjacent  private shower room/pool bath.

King Ensuite room to front of our home enjoys the morning sun, decorated in a bright blue and white theme.

Upper Floor 

Four poster king room Ensuite, a relaxing room with morning sunshine

Twin bedded room, in bright morocan style shares adjacent bathroom with the

Full bedroom, featuring 2 x full beds, sleeping up to 4, decorated in a bright seashore style

Our bedrooms offer privacy being located at all four corners of our property.

Bathrooms

5 bathrooms, 4 en-suites.

Master king ensuite features large walk in shower, separate toilet, soaker tub and double vanity.

2 king ensuites feature walk in showers and single sink vanity

1 queen shower room which doubles as the pool bath - single sink vanity

1 bathroom with tub, shower over, single sink vanity, shower curtain for ease of bathing little ones.

Games Room

Our fully air conditioned games room features a 8ft slate pool table, air hockey and foosball.  There is a large 50" TV and X box, a great place to hang out for all the family.

Pool

Our 38 foot pool features a waterfall, in pool seating area, spa and kiddi pool - all with views of the beautiful lake,  Enjoy Florida sunshine and  the wonderful views of the sunset  from your own private Oasis.

Outside

Our home is set on a spacious garden lake view lot, with views of pretty Star Lake.  Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Formosa Gardens.  Florida is about outside living and at our home you will find plenty of space to enjoy your time in your own private oasis.

The 60 foot extended pool deck, 38 foot pool with waterfall feature, seating and spa has a tropical vibe with palm trees - you can even pick an orange from your very own tree.

Plenty of comfortable outside furniture is a feature of our homes, and here you will find plenty of loungers, sofa and chairs, with dining table and chairs, and an outside TV for all to enjoy.  

A special feature of our home is a large fenced area.  Here you can enjoy cooking on the gas BBQ/Grill whilst the family enjoy the relaxed dining and seating area, or have fun with games in the grassed yard - outdoor ping pong table and other outdoor games

Enjoy the morning sun on our lovely covered porch or relax and enjoy a beverage any time of day.

Garage

There is parking for 4 vehicles on the large driveway  (no RV or road parking)

Internet

Fast secure Wifi is included 

Baby Equipment

Babies are well cater for with Crib, pack and play, high chair, bedding and dinnerware. Stairgates for safety and all pool doors are alarmed.

Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible - No
Pets

We allow a well trained pet by arrangement.

Location

Formosa Gardens Orlando Villas in Florida

Formosa Gardens Villas in Orlando

Formosa Gardens Estates villas to rent, arguably one of the closest communities to Disney World. This luxury gated community has premium Orlando vacation rentals making this a very popular location. NO SERVICE FEES

Formosa Gardens Orlando offers an exclusive development of spacious, executive 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and even 9 bedroom vacation rentals and villas, so can cater for parties of all sizes. Most of our Formosa Gardens Florida villas have oversized plots, with fabulous pools, spas and extended decks. Many of the Formosa Gardens vacation rentals have the additional benefit of internal games rooms, and even home cinemas! The wide boulevards and palm fringed streets add to the spacious feel of this Florida community, we have homes on Spinning Silk Court, Sea Pearl Circle, Emperor's Orchid Court, Formosa Boulevard, Rising Sun Court and Plum Blossom Court.

Over 30 Formosa Gardens Villas to Rent

Built around a central lake (Star Lake), many of these Formosa Gardens Orlando villas have fabulous lake views. This executive community is an ideal holiday location for families. Formosa Gardens gated community is located off Kissimmee's Hwy 192 West at Mile Marker 4 - less than 3 miles from the Disney theme parks, so that you can be first in the gates each morning!

What makes Formosa Gardens sought after is the size and layout of the homes as most of them have larger than average plots, private pools and general living spaces. All set in a gated community.

Once inside the gates of Formosa Gardens you will feel a world away from the busy Orlando theme parks. After you’ve had some chill time by your pool and feel ready for dinner and drinks, you have a huge choice of bars and restaurants right on your door step.

Restaurants near Formosa Gardens Kissimmee

Less than two minutes in the car on Formosa Gardens Blvd which is right out of the gates and you have an Adega Gaucha Restaurant, which is a Brazilian steakhouse.

Just a bit further down the road you have a sports bar called Buffalo Wild Wings which serves burgers & fries plus pitchers of beer and is a great place to watch all of the days games and has a great atmosphere when the matches are live so if sports are your thing this is the place for you.

Less than 5 minutes from our Formosa Gardens vacation rentals is Rolling Oaks Commons which has a number of restaurants as well as a Super Target super market. From Formosa Gardens head back out to HWY192 and then turn left and head about about a mile down where you will come to some traffic lights, either side you will see a number of restaurants. Located here you have Millers Ale House which is another sports / family restaurant which have nightly specials so check out menu to see whats cooking.

On the opposite corner is an Applebees, and then across the road you have Hooters which although you may not think so is family friendly. There is also a Bahama Breeze, Olive Garden, Rock & Brews plus a few other like Flippers Pizzeria.

As you can see you have access to more than enough restaurants while staying at Formosa Gardens to keep everyone in the family happy. There are of course the usual fast food restaurants nearby like McDonalds, Taco Bell, Burger King for that late night snack or 4th meal as Taco Bell call it and if you love subs you have Subway right there, my favourite is a meatball sub!

We have put together a blog post listing over 50 restaurants along HWY192 in Kissimmee. It has all the details like phone numbers, links to menus and google / tripadvisor reviews. All of these restaurants are between mile marker 4 and 6 and just a few minutes from Formosa Gardens.

Villa Communities near Formosa Gardens, Florida

If you can't find what you are looking for from our Formosa Gardens villas or they are out of your budget below is a list of other nearby communities. We have over 550 Orlando villas to rent so I am sure you can find something to suit your needs.

Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Formosa Gardens

Directions via the 417 Toll Road

The closest airport to Formosa Gardens is Orlando International Airport (MCO) which is 28 miles away. There are a number of different ways to get from the airport to Formosa Gardens but I find the best way is via the 417 Toll road.

Once you have picked up your hire car and left the carpark look for the 417 South Exit Toll road. The sign should be brown and might also have Disney – Kissimmee listed on it. You may have to do a loop of the airport to get the right exit but just keep following the signs.

Follow the 417 South Toll road for about 16 miles until you see signs for Interstate 4 West (I4). The 417 toll road should cost about $4 so make sure you have some cash on you.

Join I4 West and follow for 3.5 miles then take Exit 60 onto the 429 North. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!

Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side. Make sure you have the gate code to get in.

Directions via the 528 Toll Road

If you would prefer to avoid a few tolls you can take the North Exit when leaving MCO. It would be sign posted as North Exit (528 Toll). Look for the 528 Toll (West) To I4 (International Dr). I don’t often take this route as the 528 is a busier road.

Follow the 528 Toll and then join I4 West. Stay on I4 West for 7 miles and take Exit 64. It will read 192 Kissimmee / Magic Kingdom, follow for a few miles and then take 192 West (Magic Kingdom / Wide World of Sports). Stay on the 192 West for 3.5 and then turn left on to Formosa Gardens Blvd. There is a Red Lobster restaurant on one corner and Harley Davidson on the other.

Follow Formosa Gardens Blvd for about 1 mile to the 4 way stop. Cross over and then the Formosa Gardens Estate in on the left.

As you pull into the community there is a key pad on the left where you enter the access code provided by the villa owner.

Sandford International Airport (SFB) to Formosa Gardens

Again there are a number of ways to get from Sanford International Airport (SFB) to Formosa Gardens but I think the best way is via the 417 Toll Road (55 miles). When leaving Sanford airport you want to take 417 South and just follow it all the way until you reach I4. This is a toll road and will cost you around $9.

Join I4 West and follow for 3.5 miles then take Exit 60 onto the 429 North. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!

Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side.

As you pull into the community there is a key pad on the left where you enter the access code provided by the villa owner.

Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Formosa Gardens

As with all of American there are a number of ways to get everywhere but I have hopefully listed the quickest way. It is 70 miles from Tampa airport to Formosa Gardens but it’s a very easy drive.

When you leave Tampa International Airport (TPA) you will be taking I-275 North / Tampa via the 60 East. Once on I-275 North towards Tampa look for the I4 East (Orlando) Exit 45B. It’s a very straight forward drive but the traffic can be heavy especially if you arrive during rush hour so take your time and don’t panic. You should get plenty on warnings for your junctions as they are very well sign posted.

Once you are on the I4 East follow this for around 55 miles and then take exit 60, which is the 429 Toll North to Apopka. Take the first exit off of the 429 which is Exit 1A (Sinclair Rd). This has a cash only toll booth so you will need exact coins. I think it is currently $0.75. Take the blue lane and chuck the coins in the bucket, be careful not to miss!!

Once you are through the toll booth go straight over at the lights and follow the road (Connector Rd) around for 2 miles. The Formosa Gardens Estate is on the righthand side.

As you pull into the community there is a Video monitored entry system to the left. When you press the button, an agent will assist you to get in the gate. Only registered guest could enter.

We hope the above directions have helped you find your way to your Formosa Gardens villa and you have a great time in Orlando.

Pool Safety Fences

Most of our Florida villas will either have door alarms on any exterior door that leads to the pool area or a pool safety fence surrounding the pool. Some even both, we have put together a blog post and video showing you how to use the fence. We have also included brief details below.

These are in sections and can be taken down by unclipping and rolling the fence up. Obviously taking the system down will mean you have removed the safety defence and are now susceptible to accidents happening. We recommend that you keep this in place at all times when you have children in the party that are not capable swimmers, and adults are not able to supervise children by the pool area.

Pool safety is extremely important to prevent drowning. The first and best rule to prevent drowning is constant adult supervision for both children and the elderly.

The pool is cleaned on a weekly basis, access to do this is via outside doors within the pool screen.

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Rates

Rental rates quoted in (approx)
Season Start Date End Date Weekly Rate Min Stay Notes
High  07/06/2025  23/08/2025  $3540  5 nights  + fees below 
Special  04/08/2025  29/08/2025  $2995  5 nights  + fees below 
Low  24/08/2025  03/10/2025  $2834  5 nights  + fees below 
Mid  04/10/2025  07/11/2025  $3084  5 nights  + fees below 
Low  08/11/2025  21/11/2025  $2834  5 nights  + fees below 
Holiday  22/11/2025  29/11/2025  $4040  5 nights  + fees below 
Low  30/11/2025  18/12/2025  $2834  5 nights  + fees below 
Holiday  19/12/2025  03/01/2026  $4040  6 nights  + fees below 

Rental rates additional information

The price includes Florida Tax (currently 13.5%), Wifi, BBQ, Baby crib and accidental damage Waiver- Add one fee of $345 for cleaning and fees to each booking Extra costs if required Pool and spa heat $40 per night or spa only in warmer months available $20per night. 10% deposit to confirm, Payments taken in Pounds or Dollars by secure card payment. Discounts available over 10 nights please message us with dates and number of guests for your personalised quote

Reviews

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Wonderful house, great location!

04/23/2025 5 out of 5 stars A fabulous house in the perfect location for the Disney parks. Outside area and large pool were great. Good supermarkets and restaurants within a few minutes drive. Communication with host and local support also excellent. Would definitely use this property when visiting again.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , London, UK

Owners reply
Thank you for reviewing our home, we would love to host you again and hope you will keep in touch.
Fabulous large villa with pool near to DisneyWorld

Four of us stayed at Lakeview Retreat in April 2025 and it was a fantastic base for a week of nostalgic returns to the theme parks, mall shopping and mini golf! The house is huge, could easily have coped with 8 adults plus kids, and had everything you would need to self cater if you wanted to. Entry instructions were clear and journey times to Disney were 10-20 minutes, 35 to Universal. Owner and local manager super easy to communicate with.

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Edinburgh, Scotland

Owners reply
Thank you for reviewing Lakeview Retreat. We do hope you will be able to make a return trip one day.
An excellent and refreshing vacation

Our extended family of 11 really enjoyed this experience. The house was exceptionally clean, attractive, well equipped Well cared for and met our needs. The nicest of pools we have had in years. The kids especially loved the games room. We have plenty of room for the four rental cars and a visiting relative one day. We felt very safe and comfortable and the sunsets over the pool and lake behind it were awesome. Must also comment that we had a few pre questions and the responses were exceptionally quick. Thank you!!!

Date of stay:     Reviewer name: , Albany NY

Owners reply
Thank you for the great review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope you will visit again soon.
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Newly refurbished pool with lake view
Wonderful house, great location!

04/23/2025 5 out of 5 stars A fabulous house in the perfect location for the Disney parks. Outside area and large pool were great. Good supermarkets and restaurants within a few minutes drive. Communication with host and local support also excellent. Would definitely use this property when visiting again.

Date of stay: April 2025    Reviewer name: Allan family, London, UK

Owners reply
Thank you for reviewing our home, we would love to host you again and hope you will keep in touch.