7 gated communities with lazy rivers, waterslides, and splash zones included with your vacation home rental
A private pool is great, but the best resort communities near Disney with water parks take your vacation to another level. Think lazy rivers, waterslides, splash zones, and poolside dining, all included with your stay. These gated communities give families vacation homes with lazy river access near Disney without paying hotel water park prices.
Here are 7 resort communities worth booking for your next Orlando trip.
A day at a standalone water park near Disney can cost a family of four $200 or more. Resort communities near Disney with water parks roll those amenities into your vacation home rental. Your family gets a full kitchen, multiple bedrooms, and a private pool at the house, plus lazy rivers and slides at the clubhouse whenever you want them.
ChampionsGate: Longest Lazy River of Any Vacation Home Community
13 mi from Disney • Oasis Clubhouse • ChampionsGate, FL
ChampionsGate sits about 13 miles from Disney (roughly 17 minutes) and features the longest lazy river of any vacation home community in the Orlando area at 1,023 feet. The 16,000 square foot Oasis Clubhouse also includes a 2-story waterslide, interactive splash zone, two heated pools, and an 82,000 square foot pool deck.
When the kids finally dry off, there is a 26-seat movie theater, arcade, and Tiki Bar with poolside dining. Families staying in large group vacation homes especially love ChampionsGate for its combination of space and water park amenities.
Encore Resort: Biggest Water Park Near Disney
7 mi from Disney • 10-Acre Water Park • Reunion, FL
Encore Resort at Reunion is just 7 miles from Disney and features a 10-acre water park, the largest of any vacation home community in the area. The 60-foot slide tower has three named rides (WaveRacer, Stormchaser, and Tsunami), plus a dedicated Surfing Safari kids’ splash area with mini slides and water cannons.
Encore also includes complimentary Disney shuttles and free breakfast. Note that Encore does not have a lazy river, so families specifically wanting vacation homes with lazy river access near Disney should consider ChampionsGate or Storey Lake instead.
Villatel Orlando: Water Park With Free Shuttle to Disney and Universal
~20 min from Disney • Aqua Bay Waterpark • I-Drive, Orlando
Villatel Orlando is the newest resort community on this list, located about 20 minutes from Disney on the I-Drive corridor. The Aqua Bay Waterpark features a heated 6,900 square foot Lazy Loop, four slides, and a Splash Cove wet playground for younger kids.
What sets Villatel apart is the free shuttle to both Disney World and Universal Orlando. Families wanting vacation homes with lazy river access near Disney and Universal in one trip will find this hard to beat. The Aqua Bar and Grille keeps everyone fed poolside all day.
Storey Lake: Closest Lazy River to Disney
5 mi from Disney • Hideaway Club • Kissimmee, FL
At just 5 miles from Disney (about 13 minutes), Storey Lake is the closest resort community with a lazy river. The Hideaway Club includes a lazy river, two waterslides, a splash zone, and a jacuzzi, while a second clubhouse (Bronson) adds even more space.
Storey Lake also offers 9-hole mini golf, kayaking, and a tiki bar. Families who want to minimize drive time after long park days love this location. It is one of the most popular resort communities for vacation home rentals in Orlando.
Windsor Island: Lazy River With Waterfall and Dual Waterslides
~9 mi from Disney • Modern Gated Community • Kissimmee, FL
Windsor Island Resort sits about 9 miles from Disney and features a winding lazy river with a built-in waterfall, dual waterslides, a zero-entry pool, and a splash park for kids. The modern clubhouse also has mini golf, basketball, volleyball, an arcade, and a fire pit.
This is one of the newer gated communities near Disney built specifically for vacation rentals. The contemporary home designs and open layouts make it a strong pick for multi-family trips.
Solterra Resort: Lazy River and Café Steps From Your Vacation Home
~9 mi from Disney • 6,700 sqft Clubhouse • Davenport, FL
Solterra Resort in Davenport is about 9 miles from Disney (20 to 25 minutes) and offers a more intimate community feel. The 6,700 square foot clubhouse includes a lazy river, waterslide, zero-entry pool, and cabanas.
The on-site Cafe Sol is a nice perk for grabbing breakfast or a post-pool snack without leaving the resort. Amenity fees are $35 per stay for groups of 1 to 12 guests and $45 per stay for larger parties. Families who want a quieter resort community near Disney with water park access will appreciate Solterra.
Windsor at Westside: Lazy River in a Guard-Gated Community
~8 mi from Disney • 10,000 sqft Clubhouse • Kissimmee, FL
Windsor at Westside is about 8 miles from Disney and features a lazy river, resort pool, spa, and a 10,000 square foot clubhouse with a Tiki Bar. The community is 24-hour guard gated, which adds extra peace of mind for families.
Sports courts, an arcade, and volleyball round out the amenities. Windsor at Westside consistently ranks among the top vacation homes with lazy river access near Disney for families who value both security and resort-style fun.
Quick Comparison: Water Park Features at a Glance
| Community | Miles to Disney | Lazy River | Slides | Splash Zone | Standout Perk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChampionsGate | 13 | 1,023 ft | 2-story slide | Yes | Movie theater, Tiki Bar |
| Encore Resort | 7 | No | 60-ft tower (3 rides) | Yes | Free Disney shuttle |
| Villatel Orlando | ~15 | 6,900 SF heated | 4 slides | Yes | Disney + Universal shuttle |
| Storey Lake | 5 | Yes | 2 slides | Yes | Closest to Disney |
| Windsor Island | 9 | Yes + waterfall | Dual slides | Yes | Modern design, fire pit |
| Solterra | 9 | Yes | Yes | Zero-entry | On-site Cafe Sol |
| Windsor at Westside | 8 | Yes | Limited | Yes | 24-hr guard gate |
FAQ: Resort Communities With Water Parks Near Disney
Which resort community near Disney has the best water park?
ChampionsGate has the most complete water park with a 1,023-foot lazy river, 2-story waterslide, and splash zone. Encore Resort has the largest by acreage at 10 acres with a 60-foot slide tower.
Are water parks included with vacation home stays?
Most resort communities include water park access with your rental. Some charge a daily amenity fee (Solterra charges a one-time fee of $35 to $45 per stay). Check with your property manager before booking.
Do these communities also have private pools?
Yes. Most vacation homes in these resort communities include private pools. You get your own pool at the house and the resort water park at the clubhouse.
Is a resort community better than a hotel for families?
For most families, yes. You get more space, a full kitchen, and water park access at a lower nightly cost than comparable hotel stays near Disney. Booking direct can save you even more.
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