One of the resort pools and lazy river
Location: Highlands Reserve, Davenport, Central-Disney-Orlando Area, Florida, USA (Just 8 miles from Walt Disney World) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: Villa, Private Pool, South facing, WiFi, Wireless internet
World: United States: Florida: Central Florida: Davenport Vacation Rentals
Davenport Florida Vacation Rentals Presents: Unbeatable Villa - Regal Palms Resort, Gym, Golf & Own Pool. Single Family w/ 4 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 10 w/ Pool and Jacuzzi.
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Vacation Rental Owner/Manager Name: Robin Parry
Availability: Check Calendar
This is a detached villa with its own pool, not one of the resort's many townhouses, but it is just as close to the facilities. How many other villas are this close to an exclusive resort built with kids in mind? How many are within walking distance of shops and restaurants? How many are set in a spacious, landscaped, parkland? How many come with state-of-the-art fitness gym and spa membership? How many offer WiFi and Free USA & Canada phone calls?
When you start to make these comparisons, few properties can rival the location and great facilities available at Sunspirit villa, set in the exclusive Regal Palms Resort at Highlands Reserve, under 15 minutes from Disneyworld and about 30 minutes from the airport or Universal Studios. Located within 100 yards of the 3rd Tee of the golf course and overlooking the Regal Palms Resort, its position is unrivalled. Just 100 yards from the lush tropical pools in the resort, with water slide, lazy river, hot bubbling Jacuzzi and tropical gardens, the Villa's own heated, always sunny, south-facing pool is almost superfluous.
Set among the 554 lakes of Polk County, Highlands Reserve adjoins one of Florida's major national conservation woodlands, which is a fully protected and unspoiled nature reserve and the community nestles in beautiful rolling countryside, with an abundance of pine trees and orange groves adding to the ambience. The 18 Hole, Par 72 Golf Course incorporates a snack bar, driving range, practice area and putting green. Occupants of our villa have ready access to the golf course and admission to the exclusive, members-only resort, with its tropical pools, restaurant, bar, fitness studio, spa and beauty salon, children’s play area, and conference center, making it an ideal base for families, golfers and theme park visitors.
With two double bedrooms, two twin bedrooms, a sofa bed and two bathrooms, up to 10 people can enjoy this well appointed, luxury villa, with plenty of space for everyone in the 530 square feet open plan living area. When you’ve had enough of the theme park crowds and the resort’s spectacular 2½ acre pool complex, you can relax around your own private pool, with child safety fence, patio table, chairs and sun loungers.
This is a real home from home – all you need to bring is yourself, your swimsuit and leave your worries behind.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Guest controlled temperature
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Washer in the garage - so it is out of earshot
- Dryer : The dryer is in the garage so it is out of earshot and doesn't heat up the house.
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Fully upgraded in 2011, the Master bed is a Californian four poster queen size, with a euro pillow top mattress that includes a memory foam layer.
- Double Bed : With pillow top
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Two hot tubs in the resort, one indoors, one out
- Sauna : Regal Palms Spa offers a full sauna and jacuzzi
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Flat screen digital TV (new in 2011) with 100+ channels and high speed internet connection
- DVD
- CD Player
- Private Pool : South Facing, child-safe, heated pool
- Shared Pool : Two large pools and a lazy river at the resort. One pool heated year round.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Pool deck with sunloungers
- Lanai : Poolside lanai with table and chairs
- View/Location
- Golf Course View : Within 100 yards of the 3rd tee
- Communications
- Telephone : Free calls to USA, Canada & Puerto Rico. Credit card payment for international calls.
- Free Long Distance : Free calls to USA, Canada & Puerto Rico
- Broadband Internet : A cable modem and LAN cable are provided to connect your own computer at 100Mbps.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : A good quality WiFi system is available in the villa and at the resort
- Other Amenities
- Security Safe, Attractive tropical front yard, Tasteful soft furnishings and artwork
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : The villa is all on one level and with an open floorplan, it is easy to move around the living space. There is a low step at the front door and at the patio door.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Boating
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Within easy reach of Disneyworld (14 Mins), Sea World (20 Mins), Universal Studios (25 Mins), Gulf Coast (1 Hr), Kennedy Space Center (1 Hr), International Drive (20 Mins), Florida Mall (25 Mins)
Rate Details (In US Dollars or Pounds)
Low Season .. Jan-Feb & Sep-Dec ............. $685/week or £429/week
Mid Season .. Apr-Aug & Thanksgiving ........ $765/week or £479/week
High Season . Mar, Easter, Xmas & New Year ... $795/week or £497/week
Pool Heating ........ $80 for a 4-day minimum or $140/week
All taxes included.
10% Discount for late bookings of 7+ days (within 2 weeks of stay)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Unbeatable Villa - Regal Palms Resort, Gym, Golf & Own Pool
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Highlands Reserve
We bought this new build villa on Highlands Reserve because it is one of the most prestigeous developments in the area, with a spacious rural feel to it and great quality golf on your doorstep. With a keen interest in gardening, we have enhanced the front and back yards to add to the curb appeal and to provide an attractive setting for our guests to relax.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
What makes this villa different from the other 12000 for rent is the Regal Palms Resort and Spa membership while having its own pool. There are only a handful of villas with their own pool and resort membership. Most resort homes are townhouses without their own backyard, let alone a lanai, patio and pool. Within a short (5 min) walk - yes a walk, not drive - are a number of restaurants, bars and a supermarket. So now you can all go out to eat without needing a designated driver.
We really care about our villa and have tastefully upgraded it with drapes, soft furnishings and artwork. Add the TVs, DVD players and excellent phone and WiFi services and it should suit the most discerning guests.
Supermarket, bars, restaurants, banks and take-out food outlets. All within a 5 minute walk
The new western access route to Walt Disney World. Avoid the crowds on the main south and East access roads. Drive time to WDW now less than 15 mins.
Owner's Map of Highlands Reserve
We are a British couple who have lived and worked in the USA. We have our own very high standards and pride ourselves on our level of customer service. Our guestbook is full of praise for the condition of our villa and the ease and professionalism of our booking arrangements.
Property Photos
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- One of the resort pools and lazy river - Central-Disney-Orlando Area Vacation Villa with Pool near Golf in Florida
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- Sunspirit Villa and lush garden - Central-Disney-Orlando Area Vacation Villa with Pool near Golf in Florida
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- Private, south-facing , heated pool with safety fence - Central-Disney-Orlando Area Vacation Villa with Pool near Golf in Florida
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- The spacious and comfortable lounge and dining area
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- The resorts fitness suite
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- The upper resort pool with waterslide and main pool behind
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- Entertainment central - digital cable, flat screen TV, DVD player, internet
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- The Queen size master bedroom, overlooking the pool
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- The standard double bed in the 2nd bedroom, next to the family bathroom.
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- The children's play area at the resort
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- The beautiful Highlands Reserve Golf Course on your doorstep
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- One of the two twin bedrooms
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- Fully equipped kitchen - range, large fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher
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- The resort's tropical island
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- Aerial view showing how close the resort is to the villa
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- The villa floorplan
Traveler Reviews (24)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Laura_HAC111617
(Green Bay, WI)
Date of Stay: 10/01/07
Review Submitted: 10/23/07
Although I was not able to book this beautiful villa (missed it by a day). I have found Rob EXTREMELY helpful! He has gone out of his way to advise me on locations, other properties, the area...etc. If his home is half as nice as he is, my advice is to rent it. And do it right away....Don't miss out on it like I did! My family is soooo disappointed. If we decide to return to the Orlando area, I will look no further. It's the SunSpirit for us!!
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We would stay here again and again
Guest: -Michelle, Kelowna, BC
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Date of Stay: 01/10/12
Review Submitted: 01/18/12
We stayed in the villa Jan. 10 to 16 2012. We found the location to be ideal. It is a quick and easy drive to Disney Parks! Some good amenities nearby as well. Enjoyed the pool and the extra space! A great place to come home to after a day at the theme parks.. and to relax and unwind on our day off parks! We would stay here again and again.
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Fantastic Villa for visit to Orlando
Guest: Ann M.
Date of Stay: 07/31/11
Review Submitted: 08/24/11
After spending hours on the internet looking at the hundreds of holiday villas available in the Orlando area, I chose this villa, and was not disappointed. The booking process was very straightforward and Rob provided helpful advice before we left. His instructions from the airport (Orlando International) were very easy to follow and the journey took us only 45 minutes. The villa was immaculate and even more spacious that I was expecting from the photos. We stayed with relatives and certainly didn't feel on top of one another. There is lots of wardrobe and storage space and plenty of living space. The house was lovely and cool to come home to after a day at the theme parks. We followed the instructions which are in the information file at the villa about using the US192 road, which is much quicker and straightforward than the IS4 (main road from the airport) and were at Disney in 15 minutes. Universal Studios is a bit further, and we also went to Kennedy Space Centre which was only 2 hours away and well worth a visit, and on an airboat ride on the lake (with Wild Willie's Airboat Tours) which was great. The fact that there were shops and restaurants so close meant that it was very easy when we arrived. There is a good supermarket (Publix) which is open until 10pm and eating at the Applebys restaurant was very reasonable. The children found that the appetisers were enough for their main course. The excellent pizza takeaway was very handy on the couple of days we were late back. The location also made life easier when some of us needed a day off from the parks but others didn't. Our children (10, 13 and 14) were more than happy with the pool at the villa but their father appreciated the use of the gym and the pool at the resort. The reception staff there were very helpful and we used their online facilities as we hadn't taken a laptop. If you are planning a trip to Orlando and this villa is available, don't hesitate to book it. I have already given the details to friends with younger children who are hoping to visit soon.
Owner response:Thanks Ann, there is nothing more to add. Our villa is everything we advertise and its location has so many other benefits as you point out. No wonder we sold out this summer.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Very Nice Stay
Guest: Phil T.
(FL)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 06/25/11
We had a Golf Tournament in Avon Park and had family visiting Disney, so we wanted to stay between the two. It was a good location. We had a nice stay. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and the pool. Thank you for the use of your home.
Owner response:We are pleased that you enjoyed our villa, the location and all the amenities.
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Spring Break BLAST
Guest: Laura
(Michigan)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11
Review Submitted: 04/25/11
My family and I just stayed at their house over Spring break and it couldn't have been nicer. It was very clean when we got there and the pool was wonderful! The neighborhood was nice for walking and close to stores. It was wonderful to be able to walk to the resort across the street and the kids loved the lazy river and water slide. We loved being able to sit right by the pool to watch them with a drink :) We would LOVE to go back and hope to some day! THanks for allowing our family to use your beautiful vacation home!
Owner response:Thanks for the glowing review. You highlighted all the aspects that make our villa so popular with families and adult parties and we are thrilled that you want to come back again someday. But book early - we are already taking 2013 bookings - yes people need to book 2 years ahead to guarantee some of the popular dates.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Stephanie and James, Fredericton, NB CAN
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Date of Stay: 02/26/11
Review Submitted: 03/24/11
We stayed at Rob and Sara's villa for 2 weeks in Feb. 2011 and could not have asked for anything better! The house was very clean and had all the amenities necessary for a great vacation. Check in was quick and easy (and check out was the same), the pool was like a warm bath and the grocery store and other shops were so handy we could walk. The access to Regal Palms was a great bonus for our 2 children (something that most other homes in the Highland Reserve area do not offer). The golf course was fantastic (so says my husband as he is the golfer) and having a washer and dryer was great so as to pack light. Rob and Sara are so easy to deal with and obviously take pride in their villa. We were fortunate to be the first guests after the mini renovation and I have to say that it looked amazing! Thanks to Rob and Sara for everything and we have already booked again for next year! Extremely Satisfied Guests, Steph and James
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Comfortable and Convenient
Guest: Highlander
(Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland)
Date of Stay: 07/20/10
Review Submitted: 08/09/10
We stayed at this excellent property in July 2010 and had a great 'Vacation'. The villa is clean and comfortable with a nice private pool and access to the facilities at Regal Palms included. Particularly liked that shopping and dining was within walking distance and parks within an easy drive. Would recommend to anyone.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Claire Inch
(Yorkshrie)
Date of Stay: 05/06/10
Review Submitted: 05/06/10
Thank you for letting us rent your lovely home in Florida, my family and I had a fantastic holiday and as you can imagine are now a bit hooked. Beautiful house, resort and area, so close to everything that you need and looking forward to our next holiday there.
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Guest: Elizabeth and Chuck Bruce
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Date of Stay: 11/27/09
Review Submitted: 11/27/09
After our fourth stay...we can only say it's now like a home away from home! We enjoyed our stay so much we'll be back again next year!! Thanks Rob and Sara Elizabeth and Chuck Bruce Halifax, Canada
Owner response:With many of our guests returning time and again, we must be doing something right. Thanks for your comment.
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Guest: Jo Holley
(bath UK)
Date of Stay: 04/27/09
Review Submitted: 04/27/09
Thanks, Sara and Rob for the loan of your lovely home for our holiday. We had a really great time and found the villa to be a perfect retreat after busy days at the theme parks. A perfect holiday!!
Owner response:Thanks for you comments here and for the trip advisor 5 star rating. We were thrilled that you said: "Absolutely, I would recommend this accommodation to my best friend!"
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