Penthouse Condo w/ Spectacular Lake View!
4.5
Excellent(78 Reviews)Apartment in Highlands Reserve, FL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this apartment rental
Luxurious furnishings and more space than you could ever want wait for you in the Lakeview Executive Penthouse condo at Vista Cay Resort. Your Florida vacation will be complete when you step into the elegantly decorated living area, full of plush leather furniture and lots of room to unwind. Right outside the large living area is a breathtaking patio balcony with a stunning view of Lake Cay and plenty of seating for sunset cocktails.
A dining table for four and more stools at the breakfast bar provide seating for meals and noshing on appetizers or snacks. The fully-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops for your inner gourmet chef.
The master suite and the second bedroom hold a comfortable king bed. The third bedroom has two full beds, and all bedrooms have pillowtop mattresses and their own 32-inch TV for you to relax in comfort. A queen sleeper sofa in both the den and the living room mean that up to 10 guests can sleep comfortably in this executive unit.
Vista Cay Resort is right next door to the Orange County Convention Center, and less than 15 minutes away from all major theme parks, including SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World.
A dining table for four and more stools at the breakfast bar provide seating for meals and noshing on appetizers or snacks. The fully-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops for your inner gourmet chef.
The master suite and the second bedroom hold a comfortable king bed. The third bedroom has two full beds, and all bedrooms have pillowtop mattresses and their own 32-inch TV for you to relax in comfort. A queen sleeper sofa in both the den and the living room mean that up to 10 guests can sleep comfortably in this executive unit.
Vista Cay Resort is right next door to the Orange County Convention Center, and less than 15 minutes away from all major theme parks, including SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Highlands Reserve, FL
Reviews
4.5
Excellent(78 Reviews)4.5
First let’s start with booking process, it was absolutely a nightmare. They’re verification process was completely flawed. I was canceled for not verifying, but I had verified and gotten confirmation. I had to rebook and wait for refund of original booking charge. All of this took place while I was in route. Ultimately the lady who helped me book through Casiola, was very kind and helpful. The property was dirty and totally run down. The beds were miserable,ALL the tables were atrocious. The carpet was filthy and clearly not vacuumed. The complex it’s self is nice, but the people staying there are very sketchy. I would say in a star rating for I would give 1 star since zero stars are not an option.
4.5
Great location for VB. Property was clean with best kitchen amenities we’ve had.
4.5
Reported to the management that the dishwasher did not work and refrigerator water and ice maker dis not work. Sent someone but never fixed or any follow-up. No tissues or hand soaps provided. No trash cans in any bedrooms. Living room carpet dirty and corner would not stay down causing tripping hazard. Be careful of water temperature- very, very hot. Clean except around doors and light switches. Would have liked bedding other than three flat sheets and velux blanket. Hard to keep on bed. Location great and pool and game room fun for kids. Location perfect for SeaWorld or Universal.
4.5
The condo was so comfortable and decorated nicely. Communication was quick and easy.
4.5
Great location
Located close to pool. Clean and nice.
4.5
Orlando stay
We had extended stay by one day day before we were locked out of the room. We called got the answering service it took them 35 minutes for some one from company to get us a door code and they gave us one time use code even we had were staying full day.
Second thing we had to put trash in storage bench in hallway and when you open to go out you get a strong smell of trash and then the smell comes into your room.
We were there for 4 days there were only 2 rolls of toilet paper no extra trash bags we had to go to Walgreens and get them.
Fire park missing outside master bedroom.
Fire alarm keep beeping by the second bathroom called them and nobody came to fix or replace battery.
4.5
Great Location, quality property
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
All in very good condition, pictures are accurate. Location is excellent. Couches turned into beds are not good to sleep on. Kept receiving messages from Prop Mgr for ID and picture of CC with code many times after sending it twice, also asks to pay to heat the pool and it is a common pool for the whole area. Good property overall.
4.5
ESCAPE TO PARADISE
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property was in a fantastic position overlooking a lake on the top floor. The size of the property was very good with good size kitchen diner and lounge area. It had all the utilities you could need during a holiday. Our only issues were the maintenance of the property. We had no internet and tv for 4 days and a microwave that did not work although replaced next day. If everything functions there can be few better apartments
4.5
Great location and great space
We loved the property and the location was perfect. The beds are not comfortable and the sleeper sofas do not come with blankets and that was not communicated prior to arrival. I would stay here again but would ask for blankets to be provided.
4.5
This was an awesome resort definitely with us needing something last minute. Property was just as described we would recommend and use again if permissible.
4.5
Gorgeous Apartment Near All Orlando Attractions
My daughter-in-law was very impressed with the Casiola vacation home I rented for our Universal vacation--and she is NOT easily impressed! Such beautiful, big rooms and very comfortable beds. Nice kitchen and bathrooms plus a laundry room--yahoo. Very clean and bright. Close to grocery store and drug store plus lots of restaurants close enough for delivery.
We were in Orlando for Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Discovery Cove, and all were about 15 minutes away so perfect for us. We didn't spend much time at the pool or game room, but they were very nice enough.
The staff (which we didn't need to see very much at all since everything was pretty much self-serve) was extremely friendly and knowledgeable.
Three suggestions:
1. Include a bath mat for in front of the showers. We used a towel to catch any water that ran from the shower door when opened, but a mat would have been better.
2. Add some hooks in the bathroom to hang up towels and clothes. One bath rod was not really enough for the master bathroom.
3. The TVs used Roku and we had to add our own Netflix and Amazon Prime accounts. Would have been nice to have HBO or another premium channel as part of the package, but most nights we were too tire to watch movies, so no big deal. Just needed to remember to delete our accounts at the end.
Thank you for a wonderful stay in Orlando.
Marlene
4.5
Thank you
This was an awesome resort definitely with us needing something last minute. Property was just as described we would recommend and use again if permissible.
4.5
LAKEVIEW EXECUTIVE PENTHOUSE
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
WE HAVE A GOOD TIME AND THIS IS A NICE PROPERTY. SOME OF THE FUNITURE IN THE LIVING ROOM NEEDS ATTENTION.
4.5
Was fast and easy.
4.5
Súper confy
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent
4.5
Very clean and spacious.
Was fast and easy.
4.5
Stay at Vista Cay
Place was great! Very clean! The property provided towels and some basic kitchen items.
4.5
Penthouse
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view was very nice. The home was very spacious. The beds were falling apart and made a lot of noise just sitting on them. The drawers in the dressers were also broken. The furniture needs to be updated for sure. Not worth the price when your sleep is disturbed by a creeking mattress.
4.5
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was very clean.I was very happy with the location.I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:The view was very nice. The home was very spacious. The beds were falling apart and made a lot of noise just sitting on them. The drawers in the dressers were also broken. The furniture needs to be updated for sure. Not worth the price when your sleep is disturbed by a creeking mattress.
4.5
Minor hiccups, but overall a great place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
There are many pros to this penthouse. The balcony is big and comfortable with a lovely view. The location of the property is ideal. Our only issues were the furniture. The mattresses need to be replaced, they are definitely bowing in on the sides. Once they are replaced, it'll be perfect!
4.5
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was very clean.I was very happy with the location.I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:There are many pros to this penthouse. The balcony is big and comfortable with a lovely view. The location of the property is ideal. Our only issues were the furniture. The mattresses need to be replaced, they are definitely bowing in on the sides. Once they are replaced, it'll be perfect!
4.5
Great Condo....terrible beds
This is a great condo, but I'll start with the only negative. The beds, especially the king bed in the master bedroom, are absolutely terrible. The master bedroom bed was as hard as a board and squeaked so loud everytime that either my wife or I rolled over that it woke the other person up. The tag says that the mattress was manufactured in 2008. It was hard to sleep all week...not fun after a day of walking at the parks.
Now for the good. It was nice to start the morning with a cup of coffee on the balcony overlooking the lake. The condo is very spacious with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The kitchen had a regular coffee maker...no Keurig. The washer and dryer came in handy. There is a smart TV in the living room and cable TVs in all of the bedrooms. The location was excellent. 10-15 minutes to Universal and 15-20 minutes to Disney. Many restaurants nearby on International Drive. There is a Publix grocery store, Subway, NYPD pizza, and Dunkin donuts within walking distance. There is also a Walgreen's basically attached to the property and a 7/11 across the street. There was a sign saying Chick Fil A coming soon. The resort had a nice pool and hot tub. Friendly bar tenders at the poolside bar. Food options at the bar weren't great. There is also an arcade and a nice gym. The sport court was closed when we were there.
Overall it was great. If they replace the beds then this would be the perfect place to stay.
4.5
This is a great condo, but I'll start with the only negative. The beds, especially the king bed in the master bedroom, are absolutely terrible. The master bedroom bed was as hard as a board and squeaked so loud everytime that either my wife or I rolled over that it woke the other person up. The tag says that the mattress was manufactured in 2008. It was hard to sleep all week...not fun after a day of walking at the parks. Now for the good. It was nice to start the morning with a cup of coffee on the balcony overlooking the lake. The condo is very spacious with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen had a regular coffee maker...no Keurig. The washer and dryer came in handy. There is a smart TV in the living room and cable TVs in all of the bedrooms. The location was excellent. 10-15 minutes to Universal and 15-20 minutes to Disney. Many restaurants nearby on International Drive. There is a Publix grocery store, Subway, NYPD pizza, and Dunkin donuts within walking distance. There is also a Walgreen's basically attached to the property and a 7/11 across the street. There was a sign saying Chick Fil A coming soon. The resort had a nice pool and hot tub. Friendly bar tenders at the poolside bar. Food options at the bar weren't great. There is also an arcade and a nice gym. The sport court was closed when we were there. Overall it was great. If they replace the beds then this would be the perfect place to stay.
4.5
I’ve stayed at Vista Cay before and very pleased with amenities and location
I would rent again
4.5
Really Nice location
My family really enjoyed our visit the location was very nice, clean, and spacious. The ID verification process is a bit complex (selfie with ID and Credit Card), but once your past that everything else was fine.
4.5
Ok
I will go again
4.5
Great location
Nice condo. Plenty of room for family of 5.
4.5
Perfect location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect location near everything. The condo was good in general but in terms of furniture there’s room from improvement
4.5
Comfortable, spacious & well located family place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very spacious, well located, clean place.
4.5
Christmas vacation
Nice property! We were able to see fireworks from the balcony.
4.5
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Very spacious & conveniently located place.
Excellent neighborhood
4.5
The place was great! The view amazing... very spacious we loved it!
My family and I really fell in love with the view of this place. Overall this is a very nice penthouse, very spacious and it came with all we need it! I would definitely recommend this location
4.5
GREAT PLACE!!
I have stayed at many condos in Vista Cay, but this one is by far the nicest. Check in/out instructions were the easiest. The view from the balcony is the best ever. I only hope that I can reserve this one many times in the future!!
4.5
Lakefront Executive Penthouse
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our second time staying at Vista Cay. What a wonderful alternative to staying on property. We spent time at Universal and Sea World. It was great being able to prepare our own food and having the relaxing pool time at the end of the hectic amusement park day. We went as a family reunion with 4 generations staying in 2 of the 3 Bedroom condos in 1 building. It was fantastic to be able to be together and still have your own sleeping / realaxing / reading space. We loved the on site washer/ dryer as well as the full kitchen. My only complaint were the mattresses were horrible, very cheap and uncomfortable. I wish an executive from Casiola would try lying on them quarterly to see if they are up to standard. That being said If it weren't for the mattresses I would give it a 10 out of 10. We will definitely stay at Vista Cay again.
4.5
Our Stay
The condo was great for the most part. Loved the location. Convenient for shopping and getting to all the parks. Open floor plan was great and the overall size of the condo was impressive. Better then staying at any of the parks in my opinion. Had a blast with my family of six. Will be back to stay again.
4.5
Amazing Stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family and our guests fell in love with this condo from the moment we walked into the building lobby. Everything was clean and smelled very fresh. The pictures online simply didn’t do justice. We were greeted with a package of Oreos which was a great touch after traveling. They went quickly! We had more than enough room for our group of 7. It was more spacious than we expected. The view is incredible and was our favorite part of the stay. We were able to stay out on the balcony pretty late without being bothered by bugs which was great. There was a beautiful puzzle that we were able to work on during thunderstorms. Beds were comfortable and the water stayed nice and warm for a long relaxing shower at the end of the day. I do suggest a mat on the balcony to wipe your feet before re-entering and a few more choices for pots and pans and food storage containers. Otherwise the kitchen was pretty well stocked. Our family loves to cook and we felt like chefs with plenty of room to move around. I really can’t say enough about our stay. We made great memories and are so happy we found this jewel! We will definitely return as long as management keeps up the fantastic work!! Everyone we spoke to was a pleasure to deal with. Both check in and check out were effortless. Definitely home away from home. We can’t wait to come back!
4.5
Amazing Stay!
Our family and our guests fell in love with this condo from the moment we walked into the building lobby. Everything was clean and smelled very fresh. The pictures online simply didn’t do justice. We were greeted with a package of Oreos which was a great touch after traveling. They went quickly! We had more than enough room for our group of 7. It was more spacious than we expected. The view is incredible and was our favorite part of the stay. We were able to stay out on the balcony pretty late without being bothered by bugs which was great. There was a beautiful puzzle that we were able to work on during thunderstorms. Beds were comfortable and the water stayed nice and warm for a long relaxing shower at the end of the day. I do suggest a mat on the balcony to wipe your feet before re-entering and a few more choices for pots and pans and food storage containers. Otherwise the kitchen was pretty well stocked. Our family loves to cook and we felt like chefs with plenty of room to move around. I really can’t say enough about our stay. We made great memories and are so happy we found this jewel! We will definitely return as long as management keeps up the fantastic work!! Everyone we spoke to was a pleasure to deal with. Both check in and check out were effortless. Definitely home away from home. We can’t wait to come back!
4.5
Yes and No
It is a beautiful condo with a beautiful view. But, the furniture was old and warped and the beds were terrible. The pullout couches had very thin mattresses and unable to be slept on. We had to go buy air mattresses. And blankets. Also did not like dishes on display. They looked dirty. We washed them all in dishwasher. I know that some people think it helps staging but very back for bacteria and dirt. We did not use them. Bought our own plastic. The washer and dryer were great, as we had to wash towels everyday as everyone needed showers. I would stay there again if beds and furniture was replaced. The view was awesome. Fireworks every night. Also close to Orange County Convention Center as that is where we had to be everyday for Tiger Rock Martial Arts Competition. Great location for restaurants. The pool was very nice. The kids liked the game room and the adults liked the bar.!!!!!
4.5
Great service and such an easy check-in/check-out process. Workers were friendly!
Checking in and out was a breeze and the service staff were very accommodating and nice! Our stay was great and everything was very clear and informative.
4.5
Amazing Place to Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stayed here for a week in May with coworkers and it was a great spot to stay. Perfect location, close to the airport and convention center, all the amenities you could ever want.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Highlands Reserve?
The average price for a rental in Highlands Reserve is $373 per night. This rental is $147 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Penthouse Condo w/ Spectacular Lake View!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Penthouse Condo w/ Spectacular Lake View!. Enjoy the water!
Is Penthouse Condo w/ Spectacular Lake View! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Penthouse Condo w/ Spectacular Lake View!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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