Overview
It's all about the location!! We own and manage this exceptional, stylish top floor condo on Vista Cay, a quiet gated resort community located just off International Drive and close to all the Parks. New and remodeled in 2022. Open plan kitchen with quartz counters, high-end furnishings. 3 bed/2 bath. Comfy mattresses, top linens. Smart TVs. Free secure Wifi. By pool, Balcony overlooks garden with fountain with cheeky partial lake view. Everything you could wish for in the perfect vacation home. One block I’Drive and just minutes to Disney, Seaworld, Universal…We are Canadian Brits, based on-site and have other condos available.
Some reviews are for another of my other condos which show our standards - until we get reviews on this new one.
Facilities
This really is a lovely property. small and bijoux and with every convenience for your comfort. We genuinely hope you enjoy every moment of your stay in this lovely home!
We are the owner/managers of Penthouse Gem. We are British/Canadians. We live and work on the resort, manage several other condos, and always available to help with any questions or issues. We can help with pre-arrival grocery shopping and, if it's your first time on the resort we will happily meet and greet you and show you in to your condo.
Living
The open plan living area has a large counter height quartz island so you can chat with frends and family while you cook. DIning table for 4 + seating at the bar also. The condo is top floor, quiet and very private.
The balcony off the living room overlooks a beautiful fountain and garden area and if you lean forward (lol) you can see over the clubhouse to Lake Cay and also Seaworld fireworks
Free high-speed, secure Wifi throughout the condo and balcony. There is also free (unsecure) wifi poolside at the clubhouse next door.
Fully airconditioned
Kitchen
The kitchen has everything you might need for a quick snack or breakfast to a full-blown dinner party. Fully equipped with top quality appliances throughout. Quartz counter tops, stainless appliances, and your fridge has ice maker/water chiller built in. Dishwasher and garbage disposal. Top of the line range, built in microwave, super coffee maker plus a Keurig.
Cupboards are stocked with all the pots, pans and utensils you might require and you'll receive a helpful digital guest guide with information about nearby stores from the local Publix supermarket (walking distance) to funky Trader Joe's and WholeFoods to stock your fridge and all the local attractions, restaurants and nearby golf.
There is a full size washing machine and dryer in the condo so pack light and leave space for outlet shopping nearby!
Dining
Table for 4 and counter height dining at the bar for 3
Bedrooms
Master bedroom with King size bed, pillow-top mattress ceiling fan, smart TV and en-suite bathroom
2nd Bedroom with King size bed, pillow-top mattress, ceiling fan, smart TV.
3rd Bedroom with Queen size bed, pillow-top mattresses and HDTV.
The bedrooms all have comfy new mattresses and high quality cotton linens.
Bathrooms
The en-suite master bathroom has WC and walk in shower.
The guest bath has a doube vanity, WC and bathtub with shower.
Games Room
In the clubhouse. Also outside games by the pool.
Plus a multi sport court and playground. New kids splashpad for 2024 summer
Pool
A huge, heated, infinity pool and splash pool overlooking Lake Cay plus new Gym is literaly steps from your building. Relax with a drink from the pool bar on the multi-level sun decks, unwind in the hot tub or work up a sweat in our new gym before a quick dip.
Entertainment at weekends. Movies and popcorn under the Stars on Fridays. Fireworks across the lake at Seaworld each night (seasonal)
Outside
This building has a fabulous location; right on the lake, next to the clubhouse wher you will find the main heated pool, hot tub, tiki bar,... in the opposite direction - just a 5 minute stroll to the new pool area (October 2022), Publix Supermarket and various stores and restaurants. Take a jog or quiet walk aound the lake or relax by one of the pools. We also offer a childrens playground, multi sport court and BBQ areas.
In the Vista Cay clubhouse you will find the heated resort pool, jacuzzi, pool bar, kids pool, a gym, business center, games room, concierge desk, weekly poolside movies on giant screen, resort shop for sundries. We also have lake path for an early morning jog or late afternoon stroll. In the evening you can catch the Seaworld fireworks across the lake (seasonal).
Garage
Plenty of free, unassigned parking in the front of the building.
Internet
Free secure Wifi (600mb) throughout the property and on the balcony. Unsecured wifi at the pool area
Baby Equipment
A complimentary pack and play crib, booster chair is in the condo and a baby stroller is available by request .
Accessible
Sadly not wheelchair accessible but we have 2 large elevators to the building and no steps anywhere so it is very friendly to those who may have mobility issues.
Pets
Absolutely NO pets and NO smoking.
Location
Vista Cay Resort offers luxury condos and apartments to rent in Orlando, Florida. Vista Cay is located behind the world famous International Drive and only minutes from the Orange County Convention Center. It has a large communal clubhouse for all the guests to use which features a resort style pool and spa/hot tub, computer room with free internet access, a cinema that shows films daily and you can even request your own movie. There is also a fully equipped gym, basket ball court and even a kids pool. Below are the current condos and apartments we have available on the Vista Cay Resort in Florida.
Rates
Rental rates additional information
Rental prices for 2023 FROM US$189 night + Final clean $145
12.5% Florida state taxes applied to all bookings. I always offer the best possible rate to VR360 'direct with owner' bookings :).
I would be delighted to quote for your chosen dates. I also have other 2 and 3 bedroom condos available on the resort and for that reason I dont show this calendar.
US$250 deposit to secure booking.
Payment by Credit Card (+4%) or FREE Wire transfer (pls ask for details)
Please contact the owner to check rental rates
Reviews
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Wonderful Penthouse Villa.
What can I say about this Villa. Our 9th trip to Orlando and nothing has come even close to it.
A fantastic 3 bedroom Villa in a Superb location (10 minutes drive from Universal Studios) and it has an excellent pool/ bar complex.
I was a little nervous booking separate accomodation for the first time but after correspondence with Lin clearly had nothing to worry about and it could not have gone smoother.
The Villa is huge with a great view from the balcony. It has secure parking, was spotlessly clean and has everything you could need or want for your stay.
The bedrooms were large and comfortable and ensuites just perfect. The lounge, kitchen and dining areas were so good with the biggest fridge and microwave we have ever seen and to have a washer and dryer was a massive plus.
The check in and out process was very easy
We were genuinely suprised at how good this Villa was and really could not fault it.
Cannot wait to return.
Date of stay: October 2023
Reviewer name: Aylett Family, Lincoln, England.
Simply Stunning!
I have stayed at Vista Cay a few times and have always booked Penthouses overlooking the Cay.
This apartment is simply beautiful and it is at the end of the block which I really liked as not only did I have views of the Cay but, in my opinion, the best views of the fireworks at Seaworld.
Lin has been an absolute pleasure to deal with, she answered any queries quickly and was professional throughout, lovely lady.
The Penthouse has everything you could ask for. In particular, the washer and dryer were an absolute godsend throughout our 3 week stay, the kitchen is very well stocked with utensils if a family wanted to have a cooked meal (I am not a big cook so only used the huge cooker a couple of times). My daughter and I spent a few nights at the Hard Rock Hotel but could not wait to return to the apartment, we both fell in love with it. The closet in the master bedroom was huge, I loved it and as for the ensuite... WOW.
There is a complex nearby with my favourite Pizza restaurant/takeaway NYPD which is a must visit. The Publix is a really good grocery store and you can find anything in there (although it can be a little expensive).
For this visit, and after speaking with Lin, I chose not to have a hire car and found that it was so much cheaper and easier to use Uber. I would never drive again, rather I would use the Uber app. Vista Cay is close to I-Drive and also the theme parks. When you think about it, you pay $25 just to park in the theme parks, the most expensive park to get to using Uber was the Magic Kingdom at $18 one way. It really is a no brainer and takes away the stress of driving.
I would return to this beautiful Penhouse in a heartbeat.
Date of stay: July 2019
Reviewer name: Julie Clay, Liverpool, UK
Five star vacation home!
What a beautiful condo! There is so much to say about it! When booking this condo, I fell in love with the photos on the website. Upon arriving at Vista Cay and seeing this top-floor condo in person, the living space and decor were even more stunning than the photos on the website. Our family instantly felt at home and none of us wanted to leave this luxurious place, with the Florida sunshine streaming in the abundance of windows, when our vacation was over! In particular, the master bedroom, en-suite bathroom, and walk-in closet are enormous. The living room area and pristine dining room were roomy enough for our entire family to relax comfortably together at the end of each day. The balcony is furnished with comfy patio furniture to relax and enjoy the view of Lake Cay and Seaworld skyline. The condo was very clean, equipped with laundry room. The key-less entry system was very practical with 5 adults. Centrally located; close to Sea World, Universal, Wet and Wild, and Aquatica. The Publix across the street was an added bonus. The pool area was large, clean, and not overcrowded. All contact with the owner was pleasant and prompt; when booking, prior to arrival, and during our stay. We will definitely be coming back to vacation again in this Vista Cay penthouse!
Date of stay: June 2015
Reviewer name: The Trickey family, Montreal, Quebec