Overview
Only You Florida Villa. A privately owned, four bedroom, three bathroom single storey house, with its own non-overlooked, totally private, heatable swimming pool and built-in hot tub/spa.
Located on the magnificent Highlands Reserve 18 hole Championship Golf course Community, the house is perfectly situated for all main Orlando attractions and shopping, sleeping up to eight adults in unashamed five star luxury.
Fifteen minutes from Walt Disney World Resort, this breathtaking, impeccably furnished Florida Villa was the show-house model. Built on a premium-facing plot, the developers spared no expense creating this, the largest format four-bedroom home in the area. Internally huge, the property is ideal for two families sharing.
Our three-room Grand Master Suite is particularly spectacular. Check the bedroom details in the facilities section for full information.
Facilities
The house is fully air conditioned with adjustable thermostat control. Inside the property we operate a non-smoking policy.
Our house is one of the most popular Snowbird rentals on one of the most popular developments. Ask for special rates and book VERY early to avoid disappointment!
Living
Three separate lounge areas:
Lounge 1) Private Grand Master Suite TV Lounge A much sought-after and rare feature of any Florida villa.
- Completely private lounge located within the huge Grand Master Suite
- Luxury armchair seating + footstools
- 26 inch built-in plasma TV with High Definition service
- Separate patio door swimming pool access
Lounge 2) Family Room Open-plan main living area.
- 46 Inch High definition plasma TV with High Definition service
- DVD player
- HiFi CD radio player
- 3 Person sofa
- 2 person sofa
- Wicker easy armchair with matching ottoman footstool
Lounge 3) Lobby Reading room Formal lounge area with armchair seating for 5 adults.
- Highest quality luxurious 3 person sofa
- Highest quality matching armchair / ottoman combinations x 2
- Reading lamps
- Separate patio door swimming pool access
Kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen Superbly furnished with every "Home-from-home" necessity
- Dishwasher
- Oven/range
- Microwave
- Side by side fridge/freezer
- Toaster
- Coffee maker
- Glassware/cutlery/ovenware
Fully equipped Separate Laundry Room
- Washer
- Dryer
- Iron + ironing table
Dining
Three separate dining areas:
Dining 1) Formal dining room
- 6 person
- Highest quality seating
- Banquet style place settings with highest quality cutlery and glassware.
Dining 2) Informal breakfast nook
Dining 3) Outside dining area
- 4 person
- In shade all day
- Ceiling Cooling fan
Bedrooms
2 x Master en-suite, 2 x Twin
Grand Master Suite Three separate areas beautifully self-contained within a completely private section of the house. This unique style of suite is a most desireable but rare feature amongst Florida Villas.
Grand Master Suite area 1) Bedroom
- Huge "Super King" bed
- 47 Inch LCD High Definition TV for bedtime viewing
- Walk-in closet space·
- Highest quality matching furniture
- Full length mirror
- Telephone
- Radio alarm clock
Grand Master Suite area 2) En-suite bathroom
- Huge walk-in shower
- Florida style jet spa tub
- Separate "His" and "Hers" washbasin areas
Grand Master Suite area 3) Private TV Lounge
- Furnished with highest quality armchair / footstool combinations
- Built in 26 inch plasma TV with High Definition service for relaxed daytime viewing
- Reading lamps
- private patio door access to swimming pool area.
Our regular guests inform us that this unique master suite is usually the main reason for selecting our villa when booking their vacation.
Queen Master Suite Second fully self-contained en-suite.
- Queen-size bed
- Highest quality matching furniture
- Walk-in closet space
- High definition TV service via flat screen plasma TV
Jungle Themed Twin bedroom
- Twin beds
- Highest quality jungle themed decor and matching furniture
- High definition TV service via flat screen plasma TV
Sport Themed Twin bedroom
- Twin beds
- Highest quality sport themed decor and matching furniture
- High definition TV service via flat screen plasma TV
All linen and towels provided
Games Room
Being the showhouse for the Highlands reserve development, the garage of the property was extended to accommodate the sales office. This huge area now serves as our games room.
- Full size 7 foot American pool / billiards table
- 7 foot interactive air hockey table
- Foosball table
This games room is large enough to maintain space for the average hire vehicle without having to move any games equipment.
Pool
The oversized swimming pool deck has been specifically orientated to receive full sunshine from dawn-to-dusk on every day of the year. At the same time, and most importantly, the covered lanai dining area with ceiling cooling fan has an "L-shaped" configuration, ensuring that the area remains in shade for toddlers and adults who need to avoid the heat.
For convenience, separate beach towels are provided for use around the pool area.
Internet
Free highest speed fibre optic wireless internet access is provided.
Baby Equipment
Toddler equipment is available upon request.
Accessible
All ground-floor accommodation. Level throughout, with small steps over front and patio door thresholds.
Location
Highlands Reserve Florida villas located in Davenport, just off HWY27. This luxury villa rental, golf course community is a great place from which explore all the world famous Orlando attractions. As you enter the community, and pass the welcoming waterfall, you drive down the main tree lined Highlands Reserve Blvd and pass the clubhouse on your right. Various golf holes can also be seen from either side of the road. The community also has a children’s play area. NO SERVICE FEE
The Highlands Reserve Orlando community is split into seven subdivisions. Most have golf related names you will recognise including, Troon, Belfry and Gleneagles. If the names inspire you to enjoy a round of golf, then tee times can be booked at the clubhouse. The course is ideal for golfers of all levels. With wide open fairways, undulating greens and only one water hazard on the tenth hole.
For a different golfing experience why not try the Country Club at Champions Gate or Ridgewood Lakes both of which are nearby. Other local courses include Southern Dunes, Reunion Resort (3 courses) and Champions Gate (2 courses). So many options so little time!
After a hard round of golf why not check out the locals favourite bar, the Paddy Wagon! Located at Berry Town Center, the nearby shopping plaza, the Paddy Wagon has quiz nights, ladies night and lots of drink specials. As well as multiple tv screens showing all your favourite sports and English Premier football.
If you are in Orlando to visit the theme parks then Highlands Reserve is a great location with Disney World's main gate only 15 minutes away. Whilst, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld are around 25 minutes away by car.
Fancy a day at the beach, no problem, Highlands Reserve is located about an hour from either coast. Cocoa Beach on the Atlantic is great for surfing. Whilst, Clearwater Beach on the Gulf Coast is ideal for swimming or relaxing in the calm warm waters, which live up to it’s name!
Highlands Reserve Florida Villas in Davenport
All our Highlands Reserve Davenport villas are located around 35 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Sanford (SFB) and Tampa (TPA) airports are just over an hour away. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly direct to Orlando and Tampa along with a number of other airlines. Most tour operators like Thomson fly into Sanford airport.
A great advantage of staying on Highlands Reserve is the size of the lots the villas are built on. Having oversized lots means the homes are not right on top of each other, which you often see on other Orlando villa communities.
Guests come back year after year to Highlands Reserve making it one of the most popular villa communities in Orlando. With its great location, excellent golf course and larger than normal homes, it’s easy to see why!
Highlands Reserve Orlando Villas: Driving Distances to the Theme Parks
We have added the actual driving distances to the main Orlando theme parks. These are not the distances to the main gate which most people quote, but to the car park for each attraction.
Most journeys to the parks are via highways or the main I-4 Interstate. Driving at speeds of 55-65 MPH makes it quick to get there, and all attractions are well sign posted.
- Animal Kingdom - 11 miles
- Hollywood Studios - 13 miles
- Magic Kingdom - 15 miles
- Epcot - 15 miles
- SeaWorld - 21 miles
- Universal Studios - 24 miles
Here is a link to a map of Highlands Reserve showing where all the vacation rentals are located. For larger parties, you can book side by side villas on Highlands Reserve. Furthermore, this will give you a great idea of the community layout.
We have put together a list of questions that we are often asked, please see the above page.
Pool Safety Fences
Most of our Florida villas will either have door alarms on any exterior door that leads to the pool area or a pool safety fence surrounding the pool. Some even both, we have put together a blog post and video showing you how to use the fence. If there are no children in your party then you can take it out and rolling it up in the corner if you prefer but please put it back when you leave the villa, ready for the next guests.
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24/11/2024 |
15/12/2024 |
£910 |
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Rental rates additional information
Optional swimming pool/spa heating usually required between September - June is £22.00 per night.
Rates include Florida sales and tourist tax added @ 12 %.
Advertised exchange rates are not guaranteed accurate. Please enquire for US Dollar / Euro prices.
Advertised rates are subject to the indicated minimum stay. Shorter durations are available, subject to alternate pricing scale.
The information contained within this listing is for outline guidance only. No indication or offer of service, specification, price or inventory is guaranteed accurate, or constitutes contractual inclusion or entitlement.
Full terms, specifications, and accurate real-time prices are available on request.
Reviews
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Wonderful!
Dear Ian + Claire,
Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We had an amazing time exploring everywhere from such a central location.
Everything in the home was wonderful – so nice each day to come back exhausted (and very hot!) to a welcoming home environment.
Jo, Mark, Bella, and Libby.
Date of stay: June 2024
Reviewer name: Whitling Family, Ashford, Kent (UK)
Enjoyed every minute.
Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We had a lovely stay and enjoyed every minute. The pool and jacuzzi were the perfect end to a hectic day in the parks.
Once again, thank you for the best stay.
Love the Winfield family,
Doncaster UK
Date of stay: May 2024
Reviewer name: Katherine and Family, Doncaster UK
**A Star**
Ian + Family,
We made a late decision to enquire about and then rent your villa, but as far as late decisions go, we definitely made a fantastic choice. Even though very last minute, your telephone call, and detailed e-mails meant all ran very smoothly.
We have stayed in a number of villas over the years, but never before have we said that we would like to return again. That is not now the case, having stayed in your wonderful home.
Highlands Reserve is a hidden gem we had not previously known about, and your villa left us wanting for nothing. Would certainly recommend to others and will be feeling very envious now here back in our ‘normal’ size home in Doncaster (UK)
All the very best,
Christine, Steve, Melissa, Conner, and Tristan (3) Leila (10 months)
Date of stay: April 2024
Reviewer name: Shackleton, Doncaster (UK)
Lovely home.
Ian + Claire,
May we take this opportunity to thank you for the use of your lovely home. We have enjoyed a wonderful 3 weeks. Our twin grandchildren have most certainly developed webbed feet from their daily swimming sessions! The next time we are in Orlando, we would most certainly seek to use your home again.
Once again, many thanks.
Andrew, Fiona, Rebecca and the twins Tomos and Mali.
Date of stay: March 2024
Reviewer name: Abbott family Wales UK, LLanrug, North Wales,UK
'til next year!
Ahh....! left today. Had a fabulous time!
‘til next year!
Del and Catherine Armstrong.
Canada.
Date of stay: January 2024
Reviewer name: Armstrong, Edwards, Canada.
Happy New Year
Hi Ian + Claire,
Happy New Year!!!
Thank you for the use of your villa.
We had a ball, and the villa provided a home from home.
Beverley, Michael, Daniel, Emma + Charly.
Date of stay: December 2023
Reviewer name: Kearns Family, Greenock, Scotland UK
Returning next year!
What a wonderful stay in your lovely home.
The area is so quiet, we have never slept so well whilst away from home.
We would love to return again next year. Many thanks to Tom (your manager) also.
Ken + Pam Smith
Date of stay: September 2023
Reviewer name: Ken and Pam Smith, Coniston East Yorkshire
Beautiful Villa
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your beautiful villa. It really has been a home from home.
Hope that we will be able to stay again someday soon. The Roberts Family
Date of stay: August 2023
Reviewer name: Roberts, Glamorgan
Hope to return
Ian + Claire,
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your lovely villa. We had a great time, and would love to stay again.
Colin, Ann, Alice, Mark and Jake.
Date of stay: July 2023
Reviewer name: Thompson, Scottish Borders
Back after Covid!
Ian + Claire,
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful Villa.
The first part of our holiday was spent at Disney, so the Villa was a perfect way for us to relax with all the comforts that such a home provides.
We have been fortunate to holiday in Florida on a number of previous occasions. We have to say that the entire booking process and information pre departure was brilliant!
After a gap of two and a half years due to Covid, we had an amazing holiday, and left with a heart full of happy memories, and hope to be back very soon.
Thank you again,
Mark, Kirstine and Thomas.
Date of stay: June 2023
Reviewer name: Cluff, Manchester UK
Many Thanks
Thankyou for allowing us to stay in your villa.
We had a wonderful stay and a fantastic family holiday.
Many thanks,
The Haywards and Wallaces
Date of stay: October 2022
Reviewer name: Hayward, Bedford
Great Stay
Dear Ian + Claire
We had a great stay at your villa. Thankyou for being so accommodating when other people wanted to join us. A big shout to Phoenix Property Services. They were brilliant.
The pool, table tennis etc kept us amused during hurricane ‘Ian’.
I also spent many a day just floating around in the pool whilst hubby golfed!
Thanks once again.
Best wishes,
Mike and Michelle Bell
Date of stay: September 2022
Reviewer name: Bell, Hampshire
Wonderful
Ian + Claire,
Fabulous, spacious and airy villa, wonderfully fitted out, and wanting for nothing.
We loved staying, and especially enjoyed the private “wing” (larger master suite).
Really appreciated the extra help from Ian, as I needed endless info, considering that I was responsible for three adults with special needs.
A wonderful stay, at a relaxed house and pool.
Truly a holiday home!
Diana + the Triplets,
Mark, Ben and Brian.
Date of stay: June 2022
Reviewer name: Westwood, West Midlands UK.
Another extended stay
Dear Ian, Claire, and George,
Thank you again for sharing your beautiful home with us!
We had and amazing time. Our time has come to an end, and we have enjoyed the Highlands Reserve Community, and the people that we have met on our daily walks.
Your management company are the best. Tom and Tony are both friendly and efficient. We are looking forward to our stay next year. Many thanks.
Earle and Elaine Smith,
Date of stay: January 2022
Reviewer name: Smith, PEI Canada
Christmas break 2021
Merry Christmas from the Gorbics Family! The Gorbics took on Universal and survived! Thanks for providing us with a fun, relaxing + welcoming home base! Dan Gorbics and Family
Date of stay: December 2021
Reviewer name: Gorbics Family, Elkhart, IN
Memorable vacation
Ian, Claire, and George,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We enjoyed lounging by the pool, nice meals in the lanai and playing in the games room. It was a family vacation that we will forever remember!
Thanks for everything.
Date of stay: November 2021
Reviewer name: Keonte Williams Family, Central NJ
Third stay!
This was our third time back since we first came in March because we absolutely love your home! I am so sorry that you have not been able to come and enjoy it during these crazy times, We hope to come back many more times to your beautiful home. Angela, Cheryl, and Family.
Date of stay: August 2021
Reviewer name: Ritchotte, Dayville, CT
Fun stay
Hi Ian and Claire
We enjoyed our stay!!! My daughters loved your pool, especially during these pandemic times.
Thanks again. Sharae.
Date of stay: August 2021
Reviewer name: Pollitt, NJ, USA.
Amazing!
Hi Ian + Claire,
We had an amazing time in your home. Thank you so much for allowing us to create a lifetime of memories in such comfort! The pool was everyone’s favourite place. We look forward to visiting again.
All the best!
Roy, Bindya, Gia + Declan Appadoo
Rama, Meena + Henna Bessessar.
Date of stay: July 2021
Reviewer name: Appadoo, Long Island NY
Amazing
This property was amazing, and everything that we wanted and more.
The home was so homely and comfortable. The owners Ian + Claire and the manager Tom and his staff could not do enough for us. Perfect for a family of five. Thanks again it was wonderful!
R Williams New Orleans
Date of stay: July 2021
Reviewer name: R Williams, New Orleans
Very relaxing time
We had a very nice time staying at your house. We came down to Florida to relax with the Family, and we did!
Thank you,
Russ, Rhonda, Ethan, and Lilliana Dennis.
Date of stay: June 2021
Reviewer name: Dennis, Indianapolis, IN
Beautiful Home
Thank you so much for letting us share your beautiful home! We absolutely loved the time there, and will hopefully be able to stay again in the future.
Date of stay: March 2020
Reviewer name: Ritchotte, Dayville CT
Owners reply
Hi, Angela and Cheryl!
So glad that you all had a great time! Due to Covid, you were our first guests for a very long time - Of course the date of your stay was actually March 2021, noone was allowed to visit in March 2020 LOL!
Suited us to a 'T'
We loved your villa. Great location, and suited us to a ‘T’ Spent many hours around the pool – our favourite spot. However, we had to pack up and leave in a hurry to return to Canada before our planned date due to Covid 19.
Thanks and take care.
Date of stay: January 2020
Reviewer name: Smith, PEI Canada
Our family has been three times.
We loved your villa. We are grandparents, and part of the Quinn family. We found the villa clean, comfortable, and very peaceful. Thank you,
John and Betty Smith.
Date of stay: November 2019
Reviewer name: John and Betty Smith, Scotland
Fantastic Stay
Thank you for sharing your beautiful villa, we enjoyed our stay from start to finish. The villa is very spacious with everything you need, a home from home with the pool and games room as an added bonus. Communication from Ian and Claire was excellent, no questions were a problem to be answered and lots of helpful advice given. The area is well maintained and very quiet. Close to parks and local amenities just what you need after a busy day at the parks! Highly recommend a stay here, we will definitely be back.
Date of stay: September 2019
Reviewer name: Fenton/Walkers, Aberdeen, Scotland
Beautiful house.
Ian + Claire,
Thank you for letting us use your beautiful house. We will definitely be returning, it was an amazing time!
Louise, Ian, and all the guys. Davina, Christopher, Amber, and James.
Date of stay: July 2019
Reviewer name: Lewis Party, Lincoln uk
Lovely home
Dear Ian + Claire,
Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home, it has been perfect for our three generation family!
Baby Edie enjoyed her first holiday, and we look forward to bringing her back when she’s older!
Jackie, Steve and family.
Date of stay: June 2019
Reviewer name: Mant, Middlesex, UK.
Every detail thought of!
Hi Ian + Claire,
Thank you for making our stay in Florida fantastic. We have loved staying at Highlands Reserve. The villa was perfect! Every detail thought of i.e. rain macs, BBQ, the lot. We hope to return soon.
Richard and Gemma.
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Kellet Family, Dukinfield, Cheshire. UK.
Perfect hot tub temperature!!
Thank you for allowing us to stay in such a beautiful villa. We go to Florida twice per year, and all agree that this is one of the nicest places we have stayed.
From the comfortable chairs, to the temperature of the hot tub – everything has been perfect.
The villa is rather quaint, and we had one of our best holidays yet!
Lots of love,
The Coyle family,
Cambridge, UK.
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Madeline Coyle, Cambridge UK.
Beautiful Villa - Highly Recommend
From start to finish excellent communication and advice from Ian and Claire. Good clear instructions/directions. Keys located on site in key box so no need to visit agent. Beautiful villa and very very spacious master bedroom area. Lots of sitting areas space. Perfect for two families with enough space to ‘have your own space’. Well maintained with onsite management company if needed. Villa well equipped with all you need to enjoy your vacation including pool towels for outside area. Location excellent and an easy walk to the nearest shops etc that Berry Town has to offer (takes approx 20 mins). Baby equipment available for use too. Would highly recommend and would return again.
Date of stay: May 2019
Reviewer name: Dunlop/Rogers family, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow
Ontario Canada
This was a nice villa, with plenty of indoor space. Our family had a wonderful vacation, with plenty of pool time.
The home is close to Disney parks, which was a bonus.
We will be back again.
Thank you,
Seher, Jordan,
Ontario, Canada
Date of stay: March 2019
Reviewer name: Shamim, Ontario, Canada
Definetely would recommend
Thank you for sharing your beautiful villa, we have had a fantastic time. Our daughter loved the pool and games room. Great location for all the parks, would highly recommend to family and friends. Will definitely return.
Date of stay: October 2018
Reviewer name: Harrower, South Wales UK
Fantastic stay.
Dear Ian and Claire,
Thank you for a fantastic stay, and use of your lovely villa.
Can’t wait to return in 2019!
Date of stay: October 2018
Reviewer name: Moore, Devon, UK
Turner
Dear Ian + Claire. Thank you for taking such care of your villa – layout was ideal. We would recommend it to any friends wishing to visit Florida.
Kind regards,
Paul and Lyn Turner.
Date of stay: September 2018
Reviewer name: Turner, Torquay, Devon. UK
Great villa
Thanks for a great Villa! Loved the pool and location is perfect for all the Disney parks.
Would definitely recommend it to friends, and we will be back.
Thanks for everything.
Date of stay: July 2018
Reviewer name: Allen, UK
Loved this Villa
Our family loved staying at this villa. The bedrooms were really spacious as was the living area and kitchen.
The villa was spotless and so clean inside and outside at the pool area with the sun loungers and table and chairs.
The master bedroom was huge and with the TV room also where we watched the world cup games.
We will definitely be back shortly to book this Villa again.
Date of stay: June 2018
Reviewer name: Brendan & Nikki Quinn and family, Ayrshire, Scotland
Full sun during the day!
Nice villa with plenty of room. Great outdoor space, with full sun during the day. Very quiet and peaceful, thanks.
Date of stay: June 2018
Reviewer name: Harrison, Scarborough UK.
Great home!
Dear Ian and Claire,
We enjoyed your home immensely! The kids had an amazing time sleeping in the cool rooms after a long day at the parks or in the pool!
Thank you so very much for lending us your home.
Date of stay: March 2018
Reviewer name: Hooper, Halifax NS Canada.
Perfect home-from-home
Dear Ian + Claire,
We have very much enjoyed our stay in your lovely home.
It is so comfortable, and beautifully decorated!
Our four boys loved the pool / spa and the games room.
Having a “home-from-home” truly makes a perfect, and very memorable vacation!
Thank you, and God bless you!
Northeastern. PA (USA)
“The Pocono Mountains”
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: The Washine Family, PA, USA.
Amazing Holiday
Hi, Ian + Claire,
Just wanted to thank you for an amazing holiday. The last two weeks were so amazing as we spent them at Universal.
The pool was fantastic. I spent most of the time jumping in with my dad!
I absolutely loved having my own room and bathroom to enjoy. We were super happy when we discovered that we could get a Dominos delivered to the villa!
Thanks for the wonderful time – we did not want to leave.
Date of stay: February 2018
Reviewer name: Pacitti, Scotland UK
Second Christmas visit
Hi Ian + Claire,
Once again, a big thank you for sharing your lovely home with us. We surprised the kids with this trip at Christmas, and they were thrilled that we were returning to your house. It is like a home away from home. We had a wonderful two weeks in the parks, in the pool, and the boys spent most of the time playing pool, which got competitive by the end of the holiday. All in all it’s been a great start to the New Year. Thanks again and best wishes.
Date of stay: December 2017
Reviewer name: Odonoghue Family, Dundalk, Ireland.
Perfect escape
Thank you very much for the opportunity to stay in your lovely villa. We had a wonderful holiday, beautiful weather ( most of the time ) and somewhere perfect to escape to at the end of a long day at the parks. The pool and hot tub were particularly welcome in the evening.
Jet lag now sorted, back to work, save for the next time.
We have some lovely memories to look back on during the cold winter months.
I would like to think we would be welcome to stay at your Florida home again if the opportunity arose in the future.
Once again, thank you.
Date of stay: October 2017
Reviewer name: Brown, North Wales UK
Beautiful home
Hi Ian + Claire, we all had a lovely time and your home was beautiful and the pool was a joy. Thanks once again for all your help and advice.
Date of stay: September 2017
Reviewer name: Buchanan, Scotland UK.
Villa review
This villa is both charming from the outside and within. As you enter the door you walk into a beautiful, spacious quiet room with extremely comfortable furniture. To the right of this is a perfect dinning area ready for six should you wish to eat in. Throughout the whole of the villa, you are surrounded by lovely décor and special personal touches which make the villa all more the welcoming. One of the highlight areas in this villa is the fantastic pool/Jacuzzi. The master bedroom quarters are fit for a king! I would recommend this villa to any family or party of couples looking for a delightful but luxurious place to stay when visiting Orlando, Florida.
Date of stay: August 2017
Reviewer name: Bradford Wedding Party, East Yorkshire
Fantastic Super King master bedroom
Our second trip to Florida (Craig’s 5th!!). We loved the villa, space and Super King master bedroom.
Thank you for letting us use your beautiful home!
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Stibbs, Glasgow and Northern Ireland
Fantastic Super King master bedroom
Our second trip to Florida (Craig’s 5th!!). We loved the villa, space and Super King master bedroom.
Thank you for letting us use your beautiful home!
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Stibbs, Glasgow and Northern Ireland
Amazing time in Orlando
We had an amazing time in Orlando and your villa was the perfect home for us. We were able to have relaxing pool days in amongst our busy park days.
Our two girls enjoyed the freedom and luxury of space – having a bedroom of their own throughout the holiday was a major highlight for them.
Eva our youngest mastered the art of diving and flipping in your pool, a fantastic memory for us to keep!
This was our first time in Florida, and your villa was an amazing setting for us.
Thank you.
Date of stay: July 2017
Reviewer name: Gordon Family, South Lanarkshire, Scotland
Had to Rebook Straight away
Booked this stunning villa June 2016 and fell in love with the place.Review is further down page but just had to rebook straight away as soon as we returned.So we were only back a couple of weeks July 2016 and rebooked.Did not want to stay anywhere else, and didn't want to miss out,this villa is stunning and finished to excellent standards and cannot wait to go back in 2 and a half weeks time June 2017.
Date of stay: June 2017
Reviewer name: OHara Family , Falkirk Scotland
Great villa and location
Lovely villa and great location. We have always loved Highlands Reserve, and your villa is up there with the best.
Absolutely gutted that we had to come home. The villa was wonderful, and we had the time of our lives once again. Hope to rebook with you for 2018.
Many thanks,
Nicola, Paul, Ben, Amy & Tom.
Date of stay: May 2017
Reviewer name: Felton, Berkshire, England. UK.
Third stay
Once again, many thanks for sharing your lovely home with us. As soon as we arrive, we heave a huge sigh of relief that we can relax in familiar surroundings, lay back by the pool and enjoy the sunshine.
We highly recommend this villa. I am sure we will be in touch again soon to arrange our next trip.
Thanks and best wishes.
Date of stay: April 2017
Reviewer name: Mitchell, Herefordshire, UK.
Enjoyable stay.
Thanks for helping to make our stay so enjoyable in your lovely house.
Date of stay: March 2017
Reviewer name: Hellend and Vaughan., Liverpool, Coventry and Aylesbury. UK.
A Home from Home
Second stay at the house and was a great base for three weeks in Orlando. Love everything about the house, nice layout, everything you could possibly need in a villa and an amazing pool and hot tub. Not to mention the great location, close enough to the attractions but far enough away to feel you're not in the centre of the hustle and bustle. Highlands Reserve is a great location and has all the amenities you could possibly need close by. It's a high quality villa in an exclusive area and would suit those who value quality surroundings and environment.
Date of stay: February 2017
Reviewer name: McKnockiter-Reid's, Elgin - Scotland
Wonderful time
We had a wonderful time in your beautiful home. Thank you so much. We truly relaxed – never even got to go in the games room and play pool. Only discovered the Chinese takeaway on our last night – excellent fresh food, we left the menu in the kitchen drawer!
Thanks once again.
Date of stay: November 2016
Reviewer name: Lund, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.
Could not have asked for anything better.
Thank you for allowing us to share your beautiful home, we couldn’t have asked for better. We had a fab holiday, and would love to return to your home again.
Many thanks.
Date of stay: October 2016
Reviewer name: The Moores, Belfast, Northern Ireland.
We will be back
After arriving a day later than planned thanks to hurricane Mathew, we had a brilliant time at your wonderful villa. It was like being home from home, apart from your swimming pool and spa which were amazing! We will definitely come back.
Date of stay: October 2016
Reviewer name: Maxwell , Scotland UK
Dreams come true.
1st – 15th September 2016
Ian and Claire,
We had an awesome time at your home. Leaving was a heartache. Your villa is superb. All you need to make a holiday special. We’ve been going to Florida for 19 years and this has been one of our best trips yet! Thanks Mickey for making dreams come true!
Mandy, Steve and Joe.
York England.
Date of stay: September 2016
Reviewer name: Brookes, York, England.
Stunning Villa to stay in and excellent location.
This is fantastic villa with a great location. Immaculately kept and everything provided for a comfortable stay, we are thankful to Ian and Claire for allowing us to stay in their beautiful holiday home. They were a pleasure to deal with, and we are already looking to return next year!
Date of stay: June 2016
Reviewer name: The O'Hara Family , Falkirk Scotland
Much more than we expected.
We had a fabulous holiday and have enjoyed every minute in your beautiful villa. I have particularly loved the games tables and your heated pool which have both been very welcome after a long day at the theme parks. We hope to be back someday when Tallulah has reached the magic 48” height so we can take her on the best rides. Thanks again. Peter, Nichola, Mirabelle and Tallulah.
Date of stay: April 2016
Reviewer name: Hindle-Marsh, Leeds, UK.
Amazing Week
Hi Ian + Claire. We had an amazing week at your lovely villa. Very relaxing and every amenity catered for. We will definitely re-book when we come back.
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Ralphs and Dowdswell, West Sussex, England
Excellent Villa, Lovely People and Top Service.
Thank you Ian and Claire for letting us stay in your beautiful Villa. It was perfect for us. Close to all the attractions and amenities but very peaceful on Highlands.
We came to re-charge our batteries and seek out the attractions as and when it suited us.
And the hot tub and pool was perfect to use anytime.
We can recommend this place to anyone.
Ray and Sue
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Ray and Sue, South Yorkshire
Lovely Villa
We really enjoyed staying in your lovely villa
We all loved being able to play and have fun in the pool as well as eating outside or in the dining room. We enjoyed the feature of the games room as we could go and play games as a family. We also loved using the tennis courts as three of us do tennis lessons.
Overall, we enjoyed the stay very much.
Best wishes and with thanks.
Date of stay: March 2016
Reviewer name: Dance , Oxfordshire, England.
We will be back!
Ian and Claire,
Thank you for all your help and advice and especially the use of your fantastic Villa. We all had a brilliant time on holidays and this was largely due to us taking our time and searching through countless villas until we found the right one. When we found your villa we thought it was too good to be true, as it had everything that we were looking for.
It turned out that it was even better than we expected and the holiday wouldn't have been the same without it. We will be back, We just have to wait until James grows another 5 inches so that he can get on all the coasters (it turns out that standing on his tippy toes doesn't count).
Thanks Again
Colin, Lynn, Adam, Lee and James
Date of stay: December 2015
Reviewer name: Odonohue Family, Louth, Ireland
What a blast!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us – we have had a blast!
Your villa is a wonderful place and we did not want to leave!
The whole experience from booking to leaving was fantastic!
Thank you both again.
Best wishes.
Martyn, Lynne, Katie and Rachael.
Date of stay: October 2015
Reviewer name: Jones Family, South Wales UK
Relaxing trip
Once again, a big thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
We had a fantastic couple of weeks. Just the two of us this time, but this made for a much more relaxing time – chilling by the pool.
Hope to be in touch soon to arrange another trip.
Best wishes with thanks.
Date of stay: September 2015
Reviewer name: Mitchell , UK
Second visit
Once again we had a great time and loved staying in your beautiful house. The kids had a ball and spent all their time in the pool when we came back from the parks. Charly was like a fish this time and said that she would love to live in the house! Unfortunately, we had to head back home to the cold, but we will be back in 2017.
Pass on our sincere thanks to your management company, we noticed a small problem with the pool, but they were out in the hour to sort it and were very courteous.
What you see on the websites is what you get and much more with this home – we will always recommend it to friends and family. Can’t wait to return!
Best wishes to you both,
Nell Mark, Charly + Nick
Date of stay: September 2015
Reviewer name: Meagher, Ireland and England
Relaxing after hectic days at the parks
After a long, long flight and arriving late at night, we were astounded at the size of the place…..the internet pics do not do it justice!
Excellent pre-holiday info too! Great location, nice and relaxing to come back to after hectic days at the parks – not at all claustrophobic for the eight of us (enjoyed the quiet reading areas!) and of course, the icing on the cake…..the pool!
Thank you!
Date of stay: August 2015
Reviewer name: Patel, London UK
Fantastic
Thank you Ian + Claire for a seamless, personal and friendly service! FANTASTIC!
We all had a super two weeks in Orlando and did not want to go home.
Many thanks for renting us your home for two weeks. The pool temperature was “awesome” and the kids loved playing in it after a long day in the parks. So glad that you recommended the heating – even in May/June we were grateful!
Thanks again, bye bye Mickey!
Date of stay: May 2015
Reviewer name: Glass and Cross Family, West Yorkshire England
Great pool and games room
Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a fantastic time. The kids really enjoyed the pool and games room. You made everything so easy, from the first enquiry to arrival in Florida. Hopefully, we will be in touch for next year soon.
Date of stay: April 2015
Reviewer name: Creighton, Wiltshire, England
Sunny and relaxing
We had a great time in Florida...sunny and relaxing! Loved the villa and pool area and the privacy in the garden makes a great change. Would definitely recommend your fabulous villa and the whole booking process was very easy and informative.
Thanks - It was great!
Date of stay: March 2015
Reviewer name: Quinn, Blackpool, Lancashire. England
Beautiful home
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!
The accommodations were as perfect as the weather all week! The pool and spa were our favourite places to spend our bright, sunny days.
Thanks for everything!
Date of stay: March 2015
Reviewer name: Zajac party, Pawtucket, Rhode Island. USA
Great escape from the cold!
What a great escape from the Northern cold of Montreal!
We enjoyed our stay at your place - very comfortable indeed!
Thank you!
Date of stay: February 2015
Reviewer name: Gauthier, Montreal, Canada
Perfect location
We had a wonderful time in Florida and in your villa. The pool was amazing and location perfect. We are already planning our next vacation, and will be definitely be contacting you again to book this villa again (if we are allowed!)
Date of stay: October 2014
Reviewer name: Lucy Finn and Family, Leeds, UK
Going back next year!
Thankyou for sharing your lovely home with us. We have been to Highlands Reserve as you know a "few" times before, but really love the added benefits of your villa including the privacy of the fenced pool and games room!
Unfortunately, the weather was not too good as we would have liked, but this made us appreciate the villa even more.
Can't wait to come back next year!
Thanks and best wishes.
Date of stay: September 2014
Reviewer name: Mitchell/Penhallow Family, Hertfordshire, England
Perfect home for a family of 7
Wow! - Thanks for letting us stay in your wonderful home.
Perfect for our family of 7. Far enough away from the "madding crowd" but close enough to all amenities.
Have stayed on Highlands Reserve before, but your villa is superb by comparison.
Would highly recommend you to others.
Thanks again for your advice and easy booking + administration.
Rock - On!
Date of stay: August 2014
Reviewer name: Kirk, Nottingham, England
Exceeded our expectations!
Just a note to say that we have had a lovely time at the villa which exceeded our expectations. The rooms were spacious and the pool was lovely. We would definitely recommend your villa to others that wish to stay in Orlando.
Thank you once again for all your advice and allowing us the use of your lovely Villa.
Date of stay: August 2014
Reviewer name: Ali Family, Midlands UK
Up there above the rest
We have stayed many times in Florida, but your villa is "up there" above the rest.
A Superb home that we will recommend to anyone.
The Management Company were excellent. Nothing but great memories from the trip.
Best Wishes.
Date of stay: August 2014
Reviewer name: The Parsons Family, Mansfield UK
Great facility and location
An amazing time was had by all. The house was very well equipped and catered to kids and adults alike.
Although we burned the toast, tumble-dried tissues where we all walked around white and fluffy, fought the three year old for the polka-dot towels - once we hosed ourselves down, we did not care as the sun was beating down and we had a fridge full of beer, Smirnoff and Cherry Coke!
Date of stay: August 2014
Reviewer name: McClintock, Elgin, Scotland
Beautiful Home
Thank you for the loan of your beautiful home. The two weeks that we spent there we had a lovely time!
Date of stay: July 2014
Reviewer name: McClintock, Co Antrim, Northern Ireland
Lovely place to relax
3 Generations (5 people in total)
Lovely place to relax after "touristy" stuff. Management Company very friendly and efficient - rang about faulty tumble dryer and he arrived 10 minutes later - brilliant service! - Had a fantastic holiday and will definitely return. Minor gripe - Air con in second master suite was too hot, but this would not stop us coming back to your lovely home!
Many thanks.
Date of stay: June 2014
Reviewer name: Kellaway and Tod, Liverpool, England
Owners reply
Hi Chris, thanks for bringing the air conditioning fault to our attention which, on investigation was caused by a leaking air duct. We have also replaced the washing machine and tumble dryer.
Gorgeous Home
Just a note to say we have loved everything about our stay in your gorgeous home. You also have one of the friendliest Management Companys
Until we meet again "Only You Florida Villa"
Lots of love and thanks.
Date of stay: June 2014
Reviewer name: The Montgomery Family, Manchester England
"Wow"
Ian + Claire,
Well, what can I say about the last couple of weeks? It has been “awesome”.
I knew from the moment I spoke to you on the phone about staying in your beautiful home we would not be disappointed.
It actually surpassed all our expectations – homely, immaculately clean and perfect for all our needs.
The boys when they first arrived were “wow, is this where we are staying?” and headed straight to the games room to play pool! The attention to detail and decor is fab.
It was great to come back after a long day at the parks to relax in your home-from-home! The management company have been great too – very quick to respond and only round the corner.
Sadly, our time has nearly come to an end and we have loved every minute of Highlands Reserve!
Enjoy your stay here soon – sadly, we will not get to meet, but hope that you have a “happy holidays”.
Many thanks,
Joanne, Gary, Alex & Will. XX
(Geordies from up North!)
Date of stay: May 2014
Reviewer name: Pattinson Family, Newcastle, UK
Awesome stay
We had an Awesome stay at this beautiful house. We loved the pool and Sun is a lot better than snow!
Date of stay: April 2014
Reviewer name: The Crawleys, Newfoundland, Canada
Florida sure beats snow!
Florida sure beats the LOTS of snow in Michigan!
Swam every day – thanks for allowing us to use your nice home. Stacie loved the tennis courts + warm sun as we did.
Date of stay: March 2014
Reviewer name: The DeSousas, Michigan
Wonderful Stay
Thanks Ian + Claire,
We’ve had a wonderful stay in your Florida house. Having spent a lot of time in Florida over the years, we’ve stayed in a few places, but none so lovely as this one. We immediately felt at home and fell in love with the Highlands Reserve Community. I’m quite certain we will visit again.
Love the decor of your home! It is the cleanest house we have stayed in, your management Company does you proud!
The pool area was a favourite place to unwind and soak up the sun. Yes Claire, we put on our big sunglasses, sun hats, swim costumes and had margaritas on the pool deck!
Thanks for a great Florida getaway.
Deb and Richard.
Date of stay: February 2014
Reviewer name: Adamson, Ontario, Canada
Lovely Villa
Dear Ian + Claire,
We have enjoyed our stay in your lovely villa – would recommend it to our friends back home in Norwich, Norfolk England.
Date of stay: February 2014
Reviewer name: Simpkin Family, Norfolk, England
Amazing time
Hi Ian,
We had the most amazing time and your home was so comfortable.
Kids had a ball, loved the pool and found it easy to relax while away from Ireland.
We hope to return in a few years (maybe even next year if possible) and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Once again many thanks.
Peter & Sinead
Date of stay: January 2014
Reviewer name: Doyle Family, Ireland
Sad to be home
Hi Ian + Claire
We arrived home safe and sound on Sunday afternoon, very sad to have left your wonderful home In the sun.
We cannot believe that the two weeks went so quickly and now I am back at work it feels like a dream.
We have left you a nice message in your book and I still maintain that I am the champion of the games room! We hope if we go again that we will be able to stay at your home.Warmest regards.
Patricia and Andrew
Date of stay: December 2013
Reviewer name: Lumley, Frinton-On-Sea, Essex UK
Beautiful home
Ian + Claire,
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
The week we spent here was wonderful, especially the pool. It was great coming home from a long day and being able to relax in the spa.
Looking forward to coming here again!
Brian, Tobi + Sarah
Date of stay: November 2013
Reviewer name: McGarrigle, New Brunswick, Canada
Our wedding venue
Ian + Claire,
Thank you both so much for sharing your beautiful home with us.
In the six years we have been coming to Florida, this is the cleanest and most comfortable home we have had the pleasure of staying in. The neighbourhood is beautiful and the pool area is fantastic. The kids have loved every spare minute in the pool.
Our wedding Guests complimented how many personal touches your home has.
We will most definitely look to rent this home again.
We had an amazing time here.
Thank you,
Karen + Thomas Watson,
Date of stay: October 2013
Reviewer name: Watson, East Kilbride, UK
Relax In Total Comfort
Ian + Claire,
The past three weeks spent in your gorgeous home have been fantastic and the kids have spent every (I mean every!) spare minute in the pool from early morning until late evenings. It has been a joy to come back each day and relax in total comfort.
We have been to Florida many times before, but this is the most comfortable and relaxed we have been.
Our Parents, Jan and Derek’s first visit to Florida has been a fantastic first time and the pool and home have eased all the aches and pains that they have come back from the parks with!!
Our other friends Maureen and Brenda stayed for 4 nights en route to the Keys and loved every second here.
We will certainly be back to your fab home for another three weeks soon.
Angie, Ian, Samuel +Megan
Date of stay: August 2013
Reviewer name: Johnston Family, Wirral, UK
Amazing Holiday
Thank you so much for an amazing holiday!
We can honestly say, this is the most time we’ve ever spent just relaxing at home rather than running off to the parks. You have made our stay so welcoming with your beautiful house.
We always have fun when in Florida, but everything about this villa made it that little more special. We will be back!!
Stuart, Juliana, Sophie, Lily and Joe
Date of stay: August 2013
Reviewer name: Nichol, Kent, UK
Fantastic Stay
Hi Ian & Claire,
Arrived home safely and jet lag is hitting us rather hard but we had a fantastic stay at your villa.
Everybody is missing it already (on a personal note, I think that I will miss the massive bed the most!) We hope to return in the near future.
Date of stay: July 2013
Reviewer name: Clarke Family, Newcastle UK
Ideal Location
Ian + Claire,
We just wanted to write this note by way of thanking you for the use of your house.
We have had a fabulous holiday (we always do in Florida) but the facilities were great and added to it.
The location is ideal and the pool was a welcome break after the 100 mph theme parks!
Thanks again,
Barry, Elaine, Amy Craig and Eddy
Date of stay: June 2013
Reviewer name: Tallintire, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire UK
Grandchildren loved it!
Hi Ian and Claire
We had a wonderful time in Orlando, the grandchildren loved it. Just waiting now for our other granddaughter to get a bit older and we will be back !!
Date of stay: May 2013
Reviewer name: Castro Family, West Midlands UK
Generous Hospitality
Hi Ian + Claire,
Sadly, it’s time for us to leave, but we couldn’t do so without thanking you for putting the icing on the cake of our holiday with your lovely house and generous hospitality.
This has been our seventh time here in Orlando, and certainly one we’ve enjoyed the most. If we’d had our dog ‘Jazz’ here, we would have thought we were at home (except for the weather!)
Kindest regards,
Steve, Mel, Steve (Jnr) + Jack.
Date of stay: April 2013
Reviewer name: Wenlock Family, Leicester, England.
Awesome Holiday
Ian + Claire,
Just a little note to thank you for the use of your fabulous home whilst we were in Florida.
The house gave my niece Abigail freedom to move around – something that she normally is only able to manage at home.
The pool and hot tub were exceptionally popular with us all and we can’t wait for our next visit. Thank you for contributing to what was an awesome holiday for us all.
Date of stay: April 2013
Reviewer name: Davies Family, Lancashire England
Ideal Place For Us
Hi Ian and Claire,
Just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful holiday and that your place was ideal for us. It is a very spacious and well maintained home. So glad to get there and realize that we made a good decision.
We were lucky to get out golfing a few times and believe it or not I shot my best game ever. We were able to get around the course without any delays. It was nice to get back to your place after the game and sit and relax around the pool. We hope that we will be able to get the chance to rent your place again!
Many Thanks Pat and Tom
Date of stay: March 2013
Reviewer name: Clouthier, Ontario, Canada
Wonderful Time
Dear Ian + Claire,
We had a wonderful time in your beautiful house. It was all we had hoped for and more.
The Kids spent hours playing in the pool and spa.
Once again, thanks so much for providing everything we needed to make this a truly memorable holiday.
Nick, Jo, Ellie + Charlie.
Date of stay: February 2013
Reviewer name: Cobley Family, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, UK
Sad to leave
Dear Ian + Claire
Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home. We have had an amazing holiday and were sad to leave!
The house was so comfortable and cosy and we loved spending time there.
The pool was great fun too (especially the Jacuzzi!)
Hope to return to Florida Soon.
Wendy, Ray, Hilda, Jamie and Hannah.
Date of stay: February 2013
Reviewer name: The Bennett Family, UK
Beautiful house
We really enjoyed our days in your beautiful house.
The condominium/area was wonderful. During some days we felt too much cold as we are not used to low temperatures!
Our Friends and us appreciated your care with your home.
Best wishes, God bless you.
Vera, Valdir, Maria-Martha and Jose- Carlos.
Date of stay: January 2013
Reviewer name: Rodrigues + Friends, Sao Paulo Brazil
Thanks for the birthday cake!
Dear Ian + Claire
We had an amazing holiday. It was our Girls’ first holiday abroad and one that they will never forget.
Thank you so much for arranging the birthday cake for our arrival on our oldest girl’s birthday
The children were in the pool at 8am and often at 9/10pm. This will not be happening in England!
The villa was a perfect base for our holiday; comfortable and everything we needed.
Your help and advice has been much appreciated.
Thank you so much.
Olivia, Steve, Katie, Chloe, Dawn, Tom, Oscar and Lizzy.
Date of stay: October 2012
Reviewer name: Ellis Family, Soham UK
Welcoming pool and jacuzzi
We had a great time in Florida. The house was excellent and the pool + Jacuzzi very welcoming when coming in after a day out around the parks.
The weather was lovely and hot through the day, then spectacular thunder + lightning in the evening.
Some amazing places to eat also – “Cracker Barrel” for breakfasts. “Olive Garden” Italian for evening definitely set us up for our cold Winter back in Scotland.
Date of stay: September 2012
Reviewer name: Stewart Family, Scotland UK
Planning our next trip
Hi Ian and Claire,
we would like to say a great big thank you for letting us stay in your lovely villa. We had a lovely time and your villa met all our requirements.
The Condron family are already planning for our next trip over there!
Date of stay: August 2012
Reviewer name: The Condron Family, Liverpool, England.
Memorable Holiday
Thank you, for making our holiday very memorable. The villa was fantastic with more than enough space for seven of us.
The pool was the icing on the cake. We will spread the word of your fantastic villa to all our friends.
Date of stay: July 2012
Reviewer name: Shinn Family, Lincolnshire UK
Fantastic time
We had a fantastic time in Florida, and a large part of it was down to the villa - enjoyed the space, the beds, the pool, the games room, everything really! Usually did a park one day and recovered the next around the pool managing to do just about everything that we wanted. In the last few days we discovered the area called Celebration - we had a couple of good meals in the Italian there, and returned on our last morning on the way back to the airport, getting breakfast in the dinner cafe and walking round the lake - much more relaxed than the parks!
All in all it was a great success. Thanks for the loan of your lovely home.
Date of stay: June 2012
Reviewer name: The Johnson Family, Belfast UK
Wonderful Villa
What a wonderful villa for our holiday with everything we could think of to make our stay enjoyable. This was our 6th visit to Florida and Ian and Claire's home was by far the best ever, very luxurious, very spacious, we couldn't find fault with anything. The whole experience from booking to arriving was seamless and very easy. As for the holiday and villa we had a great time with the kids still talking about the pool even now. All in all a fantastic villa, very friendly owners. We would not hesitate in booking again.
Date of stay: June 2012
Reviewer name: McCarthy Family, Scotland UK
Fantastic Villa
What a wonderful villa for our holiday with everything we could think of to make our stay enjoyable. This was our 6th visit to Florida and Ian and Claire's home was by far the best ever, very luxurious, very spacious and we couldn't find fault with anything. The whole experience from booking to arriving was seamless and very easy. As for the holiday and villa we had a great time with the kids still talking about the pool even now.
All in all a fantastic villa, very friendly owners and we would not hesitate in booking again.
Michael, Caroline, Connor and Abi
Date of stay: June 2012
Reviewer name: The McCarthy Family, Angus, Scotland UK
Great Holiday
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. We have had a great holiday. Unfortunately for us, the two weeks went by too fast.
Charly loved the pool – spent all her time in it when we were not at the theme parks.
This is our third time staying at homes in this area, but this home is by far the most comfortable and home away from home. Thankyou again.
Nick, Mark, Mary and Charly.
P.S. we have taken some of your business cards and will highly recommend your home to friends back in Ireland and England.
Date of stay: May 2012
Reviewer name: Fitzgeralds, Ireland/England
Owners reply
Hi Mary,
so glad that you had a great time. We will forgive you for getting the date of your stay wrong!
Ian + Claire.
Amazing time again in Florida
Dear Ian + Claire
We had the most amazing time in Florida again, but it was all the more special for staying in your beautiful home. We could not believe our eyes when we walked through the front door for the first time. Your villa is absolutely gorgeous, from the lovely décor to the spacious bedrooms and closets and of course the pool and Jacuzzi.
We had a magnificent time and thank you again for letting us use your lovely home.
Date of stay: April 2012
Reviewer name: The Currie Family, Thornton, Lancashire UK
Wonderful peaceful stay
We have stayed many times on Highlands Reserve – Our favourite February retreat – We have to say that this house is by far the best yet. Our Grandchildren (aged 6, 8 and 10) absolutely loved their weekends here particularly the swimming pool and games room.
The location of the house is perfect. It has been so peaceful to sit outside and watch the sunsets. The décor inside the house is beautiful. Someone has great taste! We love the Grand Master Suite Sitting Room - a haven away from the energy of the kids!
Thanks Ian + Claire for allowing us to stay. Our month here has flown by too quickly. Health permitting, we really hope to come back next year.
Date of stay: February 2012
Reviewer name: Sylvia and Edwin Johnson, SC
Beautiful place to stay
Thanks so much for a beautiful place to stay for the week! This was our first Family vacation with our two boys – aged 6 and 4. We came with another couple and their boys aged 5 and 4 months. The pool was warm and we especially enjoyed the hot-tub after a day at one of your local parks. Hope to see you again next year!
Don, Katrena, Jackson, Brock, Darrin, Leigh Ann, Mason and Chase.
Date of stay: February 2012
Reviewer name: Smith Family, Little River, South Carolina. US.
Villa simply stunning
Dear Ian + Claire,
When we entered your home three weeks ago, I knew that we were in for a perfect holiday. Your villa is simply stunning! Myself, David, Hannah, Joshua and Mathew have had the most fabulous time and have felt so at home here. I am sitting beside your delightful pool taking in the last bit of Florida sun and planning our next holiday!
I hope that all who use your beautiful home will have as wonderful a time as we have had.
Elaine Carrington-Mackenzie.
Formby, Merseyside. England
Date of stay: August 2011
Reviewer name: Elaine + David Carrington-Mackenzie, Merseyside, UK.
Fantastic home away from home
We really enjoyed our stay here and your house. The pool is always the best part for the kids, although we were looking for larger size TVs. Overall, we wouldn’t complain. The house was definitely a home away from home. I will tell everyone back in Georgia about how nice the house is and our trip was. Again we say “thanks”. Dominique was a great host as well.
Date of stay: April 2011
Reviewer name: The Burnett Family, Georgia USA
Owners reply
Hi David. Brand new flat screen plasma tvs were installed throughout, together with 150 channel High definition cable television service and fibre-optic wi-fi broadband May 2011.
Brilliant home - perfect family location.
April 8th – 22nd 2011
After an arduous trip from the UK to get here, on opening the front door, we were all stunned at the “wow” factor. We had been recommended to Highlands Reserve – especially having a golf course as well, but never thought on arriving that we would find such a brilliant home.
This was a special holiday for us as it is my 70th birthday, my son’s 40th and my Grandaughter’s 10th. We have all had such a great time. The pool was the icing on the cake. After long days spent at the parks, it was great to come back and relax by the pool and to be able to dine outside. We will be highly recommending your home and hope to come back again.
Many thanks.
Date of stay: April 2011
Reviewer name: John + Pat Slater, England UK
2nd Stay at house
Ian + Claire
Another Year has passed and we have enjoyed your home once again. We loved the curtains that you installed especially for us – I liked sitting in the living room to read. Your previous guests wanted to take the super bed home. We tried to take the pool, but it would not fit in our car! Our grandchildren loved the pool and our weekends were busy.
Thanks for the use of your home. We enjoyed talking on the telephone to Ian.
Date of stay: March 2011
Reviewer name: Jack and Grace Grainger, Conneticut USA
Best Highlands Reserve Villa ever.
Hi Ian + Claire
Had a great time. Shopped til we dropped and did a lot of travelling. Great days at Clearwater and Daytona.
Really threatened to take home your HUGE bed but could not fit it in our suitcase!
This is our 6th visit to Florida and we will definitely be coming back here.
Date of stay: December 2010
Reviewer name: The Callan Family, Monaghan, Ireland
Beautiful Home
Today will be our last day here. We had a joyful, wonderful time. We appreciate the both of you letting us use your beautiful home for our visit. We thank you once, we thank you twice, we thank you in the name of Jesus Christ.
Date of stay: July 2010
Reviewer name: Theresa Walker and Family, New York USA
2nd Leg Of Honeymoon
Dear Ian + Claire,
This is our last night on the second leg of our Honeymoon and we cannot thank you enough for letting us use your home! When we walked in, we had huge smiles on our faces, as the house was fantastic and totally exceeded our expectations.
The information pack was really helpful and made the house feel like "at home". We will definitely be returning next year and will be recommending you to our family and friends.
Thank you so much.
Date of stay: July 2010
Reviewer name: Danielle + Barry Livesey, Lancashire, England
Thank you!
Thank you for the use of your beautiful home.
This is our second stay and vacation and we love it. It is a perfect way to spend a vacation with our three kids. 15,10 and 4 years of age. They really loved the pool and had a hard time deciding whether to go to a park or stay and swim all day. We would recommend this kind of vacation to anyone. Thanks again for providing your home as our home away from home.
Date of stay: June 2010
Reviewer name: The Tate Family, Chicago, Illinois
Felt like lottery winners!
Thankyou for letting us share your fabulous home. We felt like lottery winners when we walked in. We had a fabulous two weeks. We enjoyed your restaurant recommendations especially “The Cheesecake Factory” Super food, super value.
Will be recommending your villa to all our friends
Date of stay: May 2010
Reviewer name: Ward Family, Moreton, Wirral England