Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 0 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
We fell in love with Regal Palms as soon as we saw the magnificent lazy river, 2 heated pools, waterslide, jacuzzi, sauna, steamroom and fitness centre. Our son did test out the lazy river, waterslide and pools and wholeheartedly recommends the facilities. What can be better than coming back from the Parks and relaxing on the sun lounger next to the pool whilst the children (and possibly you) enjoy the waterslide and lazy river. Poolside restaurant dining and drinks service is also available. Lovely cocktails! Check out the Happy Hour offers.
We bought our air conditioned two-storey 4 bedroom and 3 bathroom executive townhouse in May 2008 and had the whole house newly refurbished and equipped to provide all the facilities you will need during your stay. Even the fridge/freezer and washing machine/dryer are new. Towels, linen, cutlery, glasses, plates, kitchen utentils etc are provided.
Don't you wish you were here!
Separate pool and clubhouse
Our house
Living room
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The Florida / Orlando Disney Area
Our house is just 8 miles from Disney (the mileage seem to differ between different ads but of course it depends which of the Disney parks you will be visiting). The resort is located on the I-27 which will give you an easy drive to the Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios,Universal Studios, Island of Adventure, Gatorland, our favourite – Seaworld, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, etc. Do not forget to visit Kennedy Space Centre, it is a little bit further away, about 1 hour, but it is worth your time. If you are lucky you can see a real shuttle launch - check Kennedy Space Centre's website for launch dates. You will have to reserve a ticket for that day as tickets for the launch dates are sold very quickly. Website addresses for the parks are listed below:
Do not forget to contact the Orlando Tourism Bureau for an information pack www.orlandoinfo.com/uk. Another source for information is www.visitflorida.com. Also, when you arrive in Orlando, you will find discount vouchers and local information at the exit in supermarkets, and in the foyer of our management company - do pick these up as some of the discounts are very good.
If you like golf, the Highlands Reserve Golf Club is only down the road and a large selection of golf courses are on your door step.
Another great area to visit is the Gulf Coast – beautiful white beaches at St Petersburg/Clearwater, try to spot the dolphins in the waves. The BBC once broadcasted a documentary about Winter the tailless dolphin. The dolphin had lost its tail following a collision with a boat and the Marine Life Aquarium in Clearwater rescued Winter. To release the strain on Winter's spine, they even made him a prostetic tail. Winter is kept at the Marine Life Aquarium. If you do go, opt for the enhanced package which include a tour around Clearwater Bay and the tour guide will explain the work they do on marine life preservation. They even stop at a little island in the middle of the bay where you can find lots of shells. Very different from the parks, but still interesting. Afterwards go to Clearwater beach to relax and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere.
Drive further north and you will see clear rivers where you can swim with the manatees. We visited Crystal River and Homosassa Park in November 2008. When visiting Crystal River, do make a booking in advance to go on a boat trip, or even snorkeling trip, up the river, as it is amazing to see the manatees swimming in the river. It is also fun to watch the (captive) manatees being fed in Homosassa Park - did you know they love carrots and lettuce!
If you love a really good seafood restaurant and are not worried driving over 1 hour to get there (Atlantic Coast), please let us know and we will give you the details. Combine it with a visit to Kennedy Space Centre and you are already half way there!
Florida has lots of water and therefore also lots of fishing. One great place to go to is Lake Louisa further up the I-27. There are different lakes to fish from, but you can also go for a walk. Bring a picnic as picnic tables are provided at different locations. Lake Louisa is an amazing nature park and very cheap to visit, only $5 for a car of up to four people. If you are interested in fishing, do not forget to visit Basspro in the Festival Bay shopping centre - but drop your wife and kids off in The Mall shopping centre (almost opposite Festival Bay) as Basspro is so big you could spend hours there.
Contact us for more details if you are interested as there is so much to do, or have a look at our website which provides more detailed information.
You probably guessed that we are passionate about Florida and we could go on and on about things to do.
Last but not least, as we found out ourselves on our trip in August 2009, medical care is very good but expensive and do make sure you have a good travel insurance!
Davenport / Regal Palms area
Adjacent to the resort is the 18 hole Championship Golf Course at Highlands Reserve. Other golf courses are on the door step, including the Champions Gate golf course.
Contact the owner for details on fishing or hunting.
A few minutes from the resort is a large Publix supermarket, a bank, restaurant, take away shops, off licence. Five minutes from the resort, going north on the I-27, is a large Walmart supermarket and further along the I-27 you will find a post office. There are also a number of local banks. 7 miles south on the I-27 is an English pub where you can watch live sport matches and have lovely food at the same time. Every table has its own TV !
How to get there
Directions to the property, including the full address, will be provided upon final payment of the rental.
Car Hire We normally use Dollar car rental. They are slightly more expensive but provide a more comprehensive cover bookable at the time of the reservation. Some other car hire companies offer extra cover but this is only bookable when you collect the car, i.e. additional driver, full fuel tank, and the local costs are normally higher than when booked in England.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Orlando International Airport
Activities near Davenport
Sports: Waterpark Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (1), En suite (2), WCs (3)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Shared garden, Shared outdoor pool (heated), Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Our house has 3 bathrooms, 2 of which are en-suite. One of the en-suite bedrooms is situated on the ground floor, with the other three bedrooms located on the first floor. The downstairs en-suite bedroom has a separate lock out facility - meaning that you can lock the door to the bedroom and bathroom and separate this from the main part of the house - and a separate front door, enabling total privacy.
Cable television is available in all rooms. A DVD player has been placed in the living room and a selection of children games and books are available in the house.
An internet modem has been installed and is available for your use, all you need to bring is your laptop. In addtion, WiFi is available at the clubhouse/pool area.
A highchair and stroller are available for your use and a travel cot can be made available at a small surcharge.
We have cable television in all rooms, a 32” TV in the living room and a 19” TV in each of the bedrooms.
Further details outdoors: The property has a small covered terrace area at the rear of the house with patio table and chairs. Car parking is at the front of the house with space for two cars.
The clubhouse complex is fabulous and apart from the pool area also has a large restaurant and bar, poolside tiki bar, games room, fully equipped gym, spa and beauty complex, internet café (at a surcharge), indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi, steam room. FREE Wireless internet facilities are available at the clubhouse. If the kids get bored from all the swimming, they can visit the on site children play area. The resort is a gated community.
If inspite of all the above facilities you still want to go to the Disney (or other) parks, they are only 8 miles away. IPlease note that all parks charge a $12 parking fee for the day.
The bar broadcasts live sporting events on plasma TVs from all over the world, including Premiership Football matches. There is a variety of guest services including 24 hour check in. Please note that the resort charges $10 per day per house, but this will enable you to have unlimited access to all facilities (you will have to pay extra for any beauty treatments).
The resort is a gated community and an access card is required to gain entrance to the resort.
Further details
All prices INCLUDE 12% Florida tax. The house will be cleaned after your departure and these costs are included in stays over 5 nights. Stays of five nights and shorter will be charged cleaning costs of $90. The rental does not include cleaning during your stay but an additional cleaning service can be requested from our management company but you will be charged by the management company for these extra costs.
Our house is managed by an independent management company, who provide a 24 hours, 7 days per week check in service. Their offices are based within a short distance from the resort.
A non refundable deposit of 20% is required at the time of booking and the remainder is to be paid no later than 8 weeks prior to your holiday. Payment can be made either via Paypal and cheque. Please contact the owner for long term let (over one month) rates or last minute rates.
Please note that check in is at 4.00pm and check out is at 10.00am. Earlier check ins or later check outs can be requested but this is depending on no guests departing or ariving on the day due to the time required to clean the house. A fee may be charged. If you would like to guarantee a late check out then it is advised to book an extra day.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
July - August 2009
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
400£400
6060
6060
Flexible
September - December 2009
1 Sep 09
19 Dec 09
300£300
4545
4545
Flexible
Christmas 2009
19 Dec 09
3 Jan 10
450£450
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0-
1 Week
January - March 2010
3 Jan 10
3 Apr 10
300£300
4545
4545
Flexible
Easter 2010
3 Apr 10
19 Apr 10
400£400
6060
6060
Flexible
April - June 2010
19 Apr 10
1 Jul 10
350£350
5050
5050
Flexible
July - August 2010
1 Jul 10
1 Sep 10
400£400
6060
6060
Flexible
September - December 2010
1 Sep 10
19 Dec 10
300£300
4545
4545
Flexible
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The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The rates quoted are per week and include 12% Florida tax. The rates do not include the daily $10 resort fee (payable per house and not per guest). As from March 2009, the daily resort fee will be payable to the home owner which will avoid having to pay this fee at the clubhouse. Check in time is 4.00pm and check out time 10.00am. Late check outs are subject to availability and a charge will be made.
Last minute bookings and long term lets are welcome. Please contact the owner for rates in other currencies.
Payment can be made either via Paypal or cheque.
Credit card details will be required when checking in as a security against any damages that may occur during your stay.
Guestbook for REGAL PALMS 4 BEDROOM HOUSE
Feedback from HF who stayed in our house in September 2009
"We had a wonderful holiday, your house is beautiful and very well equipped for a family holiday. Regal Palms is a lovely resort our children especially liked the pool area which we visited most afternoons. We will be telling friends and family to stay in your home when visiting Florida and we hope to return too. Thank you for the use of your home."
Feedback from LG who stayed in our house in August 2009
"Your instructions & directions were very clear - thank you. We returned back yesterday after a long journey & fabulous holiday which was certainly helped by having such a comfortable holiday home to base ourselves from. Your Florida home was just as described, very comfortable, spacious & spotless. The location was great too having the supermarket & other amenities so close enabled occasional no driving as an option. The resort facilities were excellent too and the pool was close and never too crowded - there were always sun loungers available. We made full use of the facilities in the house too especially the dishwasher, washing machine & tumble dryer - I did all the washing before I returned & it was great not to have mountains of washing to do when returning home !
Thank you again for the use of your home - I will definitely recommend your home to family & friends."
Feedback from KH who stayed in our house in July 2009
"We did have a great time and the villa was beautiful! I will definitely stay there again. Access to the Pool and activities in the Resort was also great for taking a break from the parks. Thanks for letting us stay in your home. We all really enjoyed it."
Feedback from HM who stayed in our house in April 2009
"The house was magnificent! Everyone travelling with us praised me all week long for finding it. The pool area was fantastic. We actually cancelled our planned day at Wet and Wild so we could spend it by the resort's pool instead! I am sure you will be hearing from a few of our friends as I have done nothing but recommend your home and resort complex to everyone since I've gotten home!"
Feedback from DT who stayed in our house in April 2009
"We enjoyed the pool, the kids even got me on the slide and of course I also tried the lazy river. We had so much fun, we love the State of Florida. Your place was beautiful and I loved the way it was decorated. Thank you for all your help and we will definitely look you up next year. Thanks again."
Feedback from Jerry and Tracey, VA, who stayed in our house in March 2009
"Hi Ria, we truly loved your vacation home, and had a great time there. The resort and pool were Great!! It was great having 4 bedrooms for the kids, and having a washer and dryer. Your home is lovely and very clean. Everything was perfect, and just as you had described. Thank you for sharing it with us! Thanks"
Feedback from G&JB who stayed in our house in February 2009
"We had a great time, thank you. The house was perfect for us, particularly as it is only a few minutes walk to the pool. Everything we wanted was available from a corksrew to extra towels. We can't fault it. We would gladly stay again (if we had the opportunity!!). A very relaxing home from home.
Your management company were very efficient and when we arrived, we were in and out of their office in a matter of minutes. As you know after a long flight, all you want to do is get to your destination and not have any hold ups. I went back to their office several times during the holiday to use the internet and they were always friendly and efficient. Thank you for letting us use the house, we really did feel at home."
Feedback from HG who stayed in our house in December 2008
"Your home is beautiful and I hope that the rest of your clients have the respect to keep it that way. It was very comfortable and provided all the things that we needed for an enjoyable stay. Regal Palms staff were great and the new wrist band system for use of the pool is much better than the previous system. The facilities are good and I may be in touch to rent the house again next year."
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