Lake Berkley Resort
Nestled in the heart of Central Florida, in the beautiful area of Kissimmee, lies the Lake Berkley Resort.
The Lake Berkley Resort is famous in the Orlando area because guests who visit often find themselves returning back for more.
They love not just the resort, but also the accommodations available for rent.
Lake Berkley offers some of the best prices for private vacation rental homes near Disney World.
I’ll share with you what you can expect at Lake Berkley and shed light on things left out of some of the other travel blogs.
For example, there’s a subdivision within Lake Berkley called Hapimag.
While everyone shares the resort amenities there are differences in accommodations based on where you stay.
I’ll share the differences so you can choose the best vacation rental for you. I’ll start by listing some of the amenities and describing the area.
Lake Berkley Resort Amenities
Manned and Gated Resort
You’ll feel the exclusivity of the resort as you drive up to Lake Berkley. When you arrive you’ll be greeted by the staff, who’ll grant you access to the Resort.
As the gate opens you get a sense of the safety the resort provides for families and guests who visit.
Nature Setting
When entering you’ll notice that you’re surrounded by large Oak trees that provide a peaceful privacy from the rest of the world.
You’ll want to check out the beautiful birds that gather around an island in the middle of one of their two lakes. Cranes can often be spotted at the brim of the lake. You really feel closer to nature around the water.
Lakefront Amenities
Lakefront Nature Trail
There’s a nature trail that goes around the lake. It’s great for a nice morning or afternoon stroll. You can even go biking.
Volley Ball Court
Take advantage of the lakeside beach volleyball court.
Beach Area
If burying your toes in the sand is your thing, you can chill out by the lake at the beach area.
Children’s Playground
While you’re enjoying yourself, the kids can burn off some of their energy at the children’s play area.
Tennis and Basketball
If you enjoy tennis, there’s an expansive tennis area adjacent to the lake. If basketball is your sport – they’ve got you covered too.
Picnic Area
Enjoy the outdoors by breaking out the charcoal and firing up the grill. Have a cold drink and BBQ lakeside.
Fishing Pier
The dock and fishing pier are great to get an even closer view of turtles and fish. You can bring a fishing pole but it’s catch and release.
Clubhouse
The clubhouse amenities are;
Fitness Room
Gathering Area
Business Center
Pools and Bar
Resort Pools
Lake Berkley offers two pools one in the main area and another in the Hapimag side.
Tiki Bar
While you’re at the pool grab a nice cold drink at the Tiki Lounge.
Jacuzzi
After a day spent at Disney and on your vacation adventures, you’ll want to soak your weary bones in the therapeutic spa.
Kids Splash Area
Near the clubhouse pool, there’s an area for kids to splash and play. This area has water blasters and sprinklers that kids absolutely love.
Where Is Lake Berkley?
The resort is just off highway 192. This gives you convenient access to everything you want to be near.
Medieval Times is right at the doorstep of the resort.
Disney World is approx 10 minutes from the property.
Wal-Mart is within a mile of the resort. Everything you might need is quickly available 24 hours a day.
Lake Berkley Resort is 15 to 20 minutes from major attractions like Sea World, Universal Studios and Aquatica.
Golf enthusiasts appreciate the options of having 3 golf courses within just 10 minutes of the community.
There’s great shopping available with several malls within in the area.
The property is within 20 to 30 minutes of the Orlando International Airport.
The community isn’t far from the coast. You can also visit Cocoa and Daytona beach for a scenic day trip to the ocean’s edge.
Lake Berkley Vacation Rentals
Lake Berkley offers two types of vacation rentals. You can book townhouses or large private vacation homes.
Townhomes are on the Hapimag side of the resort. The private villas are in the main area.
Inside many of the private Lake Berkley villas, you’ll find top-notch accommodations, including full kitchens, large living areas, entertainment centers, game rooms, private pools and some properties are on the lake.
Check out this private vacation rental right on Lake Berkley. It truly offers the best amenities and for the price, you get a lot for your money.
Click on the link below if to see more photos of this villa and the Lake Berkley Resort.
what is the closest beach to this resort?
Hello Kellie,
Cocoa beach and Melbourne would be the closest beaches to the Kissimmee area. I like Melbourne 🙂 Thanks for commenting!