Pool & Swimming:
The pool is equipped with an electric heat pump which can be switched on (by management) when required. Lots of sunshine and high temperatures mean that it's unlikely that the pool will need to be heated during summer months but it is recommended between October to April. If you require pool heat, please tick the appropriate box on the booking form or, alternatively, you can contact our management company at any time during your stay. However, please note that when temperatures are on the low side, it can take up to 24 hours for the pool to reach an ideal temperature (82°). Also, there is an additional charge per day for pool heating (see current rental rates). The pool area can be lit at night and the pool itself floodlit. You may wish to use your own towels when using the villa pool. However, this is optional, as large towels for pool use are available, if required. We would ask that you provide your own large beach towels for use at the beaches and in the water theme parks.
Safety & Security:
A Safety Fence is installed around the pool and Alarms fitted to all doors and windows leading to the pool area. The Safety Fence around the pool can be removed, either partially, or completely and stored in a corner of the pool area, if not required during your stay. However, if this should be done, we ask that you kindly re-install the Safety Fence before your departure. The minimum pool depth is 3 feet and the maximum 6 feet and children should be supervised at all times when in the pool area.
Smoke Alarms are fitted inside the villa and please remember that smoking is strictly prohibited inside the villa and ashtrays are provided outside in the pool area.
Highlands Reserve:
Highlands Reserve is situated in the regional area of Polk County, approximately 20 miles south west of Orlando city centre and, sitting atop one of the highest areas of Florida, is just 15 minutes to the Disney World Theme Parks. It is a private community of nearly 800 homes, a blend of short-term rental homes and permanent residents, all governed and regulated by a Homeowners Association.
Available for the use of homeowners and their guests is a Children's Play Area, a communal swimming pool and a Tennis Court, just 2 minutes, from our villa (7 minutes walking).
Golf:
Within Highlands Reserve there is a privately owned 18-hole par 72 Championship golf course, which is open to the public. The course offers some lovely scenery; pine tree-lined fairways, reminiscent of the Carolinas, open spacious fairways likened to the great Scottish courses and a bit of old Florida with citrus trees along the countryside. Large, fast, undulating greens make this course challenging and fun for all levels of golfers. 'Golf Pac', one of America's largest golf vacation travel companies, ranks Highlands Reserve as one of their most requested golf courses year after year as chosen by their customers. Clubs can be rented and green fees include cart rental and tax.