Highlands Reserve Vacation Rental Management That Puts Your Investment First
Edge Property Management provides full-service management for vacation pool homes at Highlands Reserve in Davenport, an established golf community about 20 to 25 minutes from Walt Disney World, with a local team that knows Polk County.
Earn 3x More With 10% Management Fees
Why Highlands Reserve Is One of Davenport's Most Established Rental Communities
Highlands Reserve is a golf community in Davenport, in Polk County, about 20 to 25 minutes from Walt Disney World's main gate. It has operated as an active vacation rental community for more than two decades, so its guest base and booking history are well established.
The community is built around an 18-hole golf course designed by Mike Dasher, with a community pool. Most homes have their own private pool, so guests get a quieter, home-style stay close to the parks.
Homes are mostly single-family pool homes with three to six bedrooms, a size that suits families, golf travelers, and returning guests. Purchase prices are typically lower than in newer resorts like ChampionsGate and Solterra, which can mean a better return on what you put in.
Older homes compete with newer resort listings nearby, so presentation, upkeep, and pricing make the biggest difference in how a Highlands Reserve home performs.
Edge also manages homes in ChampionsGate, Solterra Resort, Providence and Windsor Island Resort. See our Davenport vacation rental management page for market-wide numbers.
Serving Davenport's Top Resort Communities
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ChampionsGate
ChampionsGate is one of the most recognizable resort destinations in the Davenport area, built around championship golf and luxury resort living. It has a Davenport address but sits in Osceola County, so it follows Osceola County tax and registration rules. The community includes the Oasis Clubhouse — a massive resort facility with a lazy river, water slides, a fitness center, movie theater, and poolside dining — making it one of the most guest-amenity-rich communities in Central Florida. Properties here range from townhomes to large luxury villas and attract a premium guest profile. Edge's approach at ChampionsGate centers on dynamic pricing calibrated to the community's strong demand and high nightly rate ceiling.
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Solterra Resort
Solterra is a gated luxury resort community in Davenport featuring vacation homes from four to fourteen bedrooms, each with a private pool and spa. The resort amenities — clubhouse, lazy river, waterslide, cabanas, fitness center, tennis and volleyball courts — make it a top performer for families and large groups. Edge's approach at Solterra focuses on keeping occupancy high during shoulder periods while maximizing nightly rates during peak Disney calendar dates, school holidays, and the Florida snowbird season.
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Providence
Providence is a golf resort community in Davenport that offers a quieter, more residential feel than some of the larger resort communities — making it particularly popular with families who want resort amenities without the high-traffic atmosphere. The Providence Golf Club is a major draw, and the community's mix of three to seven bedroom vacation homes performs well for longer-stay guests. Edge's approach at Providence uses a pricing strategy tailored to the community's longer average stay length and golf-focused guest profile.
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Highlands Reserve
Highlands Reserve is one of Davenport's established golf communities, featuring spacious vacation homes with private pools on or near the championship golf course. The community attracts families and groups who want a quieter retreat close to Disney, without paying the premium of a resort-branded community. Edge's approach at Highlands Reserve focuses on competitive positioning against nearby communities and strong listing optimization to capture the golf-and-family vacation segment.
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Windsor Island Resort
Windsor Island Resort is one of Davenport's newer and fastest-growing resort communities, featuring a clubhouse with a resort-style pool, lazy river, waterslide, fitness center, and recreation facilities. The community has quickly become a favorite for families seeking large group vacation homes near Disney, and demand has been strong since opening. Edge's approach at Windsor Island pays particular attention to platform visibility and dynamic pricing — the community's relative newness means there is still room to capture market share against more established communities in the area.
What Edge Does Differently in the Highlands Reserve Market
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Managing a home at Highlands Reserve means knowing the HOA rules, Polk County's tax and licensing rules, and how to keep an established pool home in top shape. Your local team handles cleanings, inspections, maintenance, and guest issues in person.
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Edge's short term rental management fees start at 10% with no hidden charges, no maintenance markups, and no surprise deductions from your monthly payout. You receive a fully itemized statement every month showing exactly what your property earned, what was spent, and what lands in your account.
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Highlands Reserve pricing moves with Disney park calendars, school holidays, golf season, and returning-guest demand. Edge uses real-time market data and dynamic pricing tools to keep your home competitive against newer resorts nearby, with strong occupancy in slower weeks and maximized rates when demand peaks.
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Your Highlands Reserve home is listed and actively managed across Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and our direct booking platform. Every listing is professionally optimized to highlight your private pool, the golf course, and the easy drive to Disney.
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Edge does not lock owners into long term management agreements. We operate month to month because we believe consistent performance and transparent communication are the only retention tools we need.
Highlands Reserve Short Term Rental Rules: What Polk County Owners Need to Know
Running a short term rental at Highlands Reserve involves state licensing, Polk County tax registration, and the community's HOA rules. Edge manages all of this on behalf of every owner we work with. Here is what applies.
Polk County Tourist Development Tax
Short term rentals in Polk County are subject to a 5% Tourist Development Tax (TDT), in addition to Florida state sales tax and the county discretionary surtax. This is a different rate from Osceola County, which matters for owners with properties in both counties. That includes ChampionsGate, which has a Davenport address but sits in Osceola County. Edge, as the operator of record, collects and remits all applicable taxes so you remain fully compliant without the administrative burden.
State of Florida DBPR License
All vacation rental properties in Florida must hold a valid license issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Edge assists every new owner through the registration process and ensures your license is kept current.
HOA and CDD Rules
Highlands Reserve's governing documents allow vacation rental use, and its HOA sets rules on occupancy limits, parking, noise, and pool and spa use. Edge operates within these rules and makes sure every guest stay is fully compliant.
Business Tax Receipt
Polk County requires a Business Tax Receipt (BTR) for properties operating as short term rentals, and homes inside Davenport city limits also need a city license. Edge guides owners through this as part of the onboarding process.
Meet Your Highlands Reserve Property Manager
Annie Alvarez
Local Property Manager
Annie brings more than 12 years of vacation rental and hospitality experience to Edge, spanning resort operations, maintenance coordination, reservations, and guest services. She leads day-to-day operations for Edge homes across the Orlando area, overseeing inspections, cleanings, vendors, and guest support so homes stay guest-ready and owners always know what is happening with their property.
Known for her organization, quick problem-solving, and clear communication, Annie has years of experience leading teams and keeping properties running smoothly. She is fluent in English and Spanish. When you work with Edge, you deal directly with Annie and our local team: no call center, no ticket queue, just quick answers from people who know your community.
Your Local Support Team
Annie works alongside the management, maintenance, and operations team that supports every Edge home in the Orlando area.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Edge's management fees are 10% for on-site only service and 18% for full service management. There are no hidden fees, no call-out charges, and no maintenance markups. Your monthly statement is fully itemized and transparent.
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Yes. Highlands Reserve has operated as a vacation rental community for more than two decades, and its governing documents allow vacation rental use. The HOA still sets rules on occupancy, parking, noise, and pool use, so we review your documents before you list.
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Highlands Reserve is in Polk County. Stays of six months or less are subject to Florida's 6% sales tax, Polk County's 1% sales surtax, and Polk County's 5% tourist development tax. Edge collects and files these taxes for every owner we manage, so you stay compliant without the paperwork.
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Yes. Florida requires a vacation rental license from the DBPR, and Polk County requires a business tax receipt. We handle the setup during onboarding.
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Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and our direct booking platform. Every listing is professionally optimized and monitored, with your pool and the golf course front and center.
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Yes. You can block dates for personal use at any time through your owner portal. There are no restrictions on how often you use your own property.
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No. Edge operates on a month-to-month basis. We do not lock owners into long term contracts.
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Eligible stays are covered by a comprehensive protection plan covering property damage. Edge also conducts a post-stay inspection on every turnover so any damage is identified, documented, and actioned immediately.
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For many owners, yes. Highlands Reserve homes usually cost less to buy than comparable homes in newer resorts, and the community has a long rental track record and loyal returning guests. Newer resorts offer bigger clubhouses. We compare your specific property during the revenue analysis.
Highlands Reserve and Davenport owner guides
Straight answers for Davenport, ChampionsGate, and Orlando-area vacation rental owners on rules, earnings, and the best resort communities.
See What Your Highlands Reserve Property Could Be Earning
Request a free revenue analysis and get a personalized estimate based on your property's location, size, and the current Highlands Reserve and Davenport market. Our team typically responds within 48 hours. Prefer to talk now? Call (689) 303-9882.
This offer is for current Highlands Reserve property owners looking for hands-off, professional short term rental management.