Team Donovan Blog - June, 2017

Just Sold - Encantada - 3021 Red Ginger Rd, Kissimmee

Located in Encantada Resort, this 2 bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom fully furnished townhouse is beautifully decorated and updated. Features granite counter tops in the open kitchen and modern furnishings throughout. The 2 upstairs bedrooms features their own private ensuite bathrooms. Off the back of the home is a courtyard with spa. Encantada Resort is a gated community with many amenities such as a fitness center and community pool.

 Sold Price: $128,000

Just Sold - Regal Oaks At Old Town - 2655 Corvette Ln, Kissimmee

This fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse is located in the gorgeous Florida retreat community of Regal Oaks Resort. There is an open kitchen, living and dining room that flows effortlessly to the screened in back patio.Stunning gated community that offers a zero entry pool , water slides , fitness center, tennis courts, convenience store and a restaurant/bar on-site. Located directly behind Old Town, minutes from Disney and all area attractions with all major roadways in very close proximity.

 Sold Price: $147,000

Just Sold - Caribe Cove - 9055 Treasure Trove Ln #109, Kissimmee

Luxurious ground floor 3 bedroom 2 bathroom condo with modern tropical island flair! Open living room, dining room concept with sleek gourmet kitchen, ceramic tile flooring and stainless steel appliances. Attractively laid wood flooring throughout with island style furnishings takes you away to your own paradise retreat. Features a stylish grand master bedroom and generously sized master bathroom with soaker tub and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for the entire family. This condo is immaculate and shows like new. With the convenience of Caribe Coves on-site amenities such as a 24 hour fitness center, steam room and sauna, heated resort pool with hot tub and sun…

For Sale - Blue Heron - 13427 Blue Heron Beach Dr #507 Unit 507, Orlando

Located in the exclusive resort of Blue Heron is this tastefully appointed 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo on the 5th floor. Breathtaking lake views makes this the ideal vacation home for you and your family to enjoy. Floridian style furnishings throughout gives this condo a true vacation experience. Open concept kitchen and living room floor plan. Master bedroom includes a king size bed and ensuite bathroom with jetted tub to relax in after a long day exploring the Orlando areas attractions. The second bedroom offers two twin size beds and located down the hall is a bunk bed for additional guests if needed. The Blue Heron resort allows for short term, long term or full time residence. There is also a resort-managed rental program available…

For Sale - Windsor Hills, Ventura At Windsor Hills - 2781 Almaton Loop #203 Unit 203, Kissimmee

This fabulous 3 bedroom 2 bathroom end unit condo in Windsor Hills comes fully furnished and ready to move in !!! Elegantly decorated living room with laminate flooring and easy access to the balcony. There is a contemporary dining room , immaculate master bedroom and bathroom with glass shower. The cozy guest bedrooms have been tastefully decorated and there is an additional laundry room for your convenience. Wonderful community with zero entry pool and games room . This guard gated community is in the perfect location within close proximity to dining, shopping and central Florida’s attractions.

For Sale - Grand Reserve - 518 Grand Reserve Dr, Davenport

Nestled in the gorgeous community of Grand Reserve with over 2000 SQ.FT of living space is this charming, fully furnished 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home. Walk into a spacious and immaculate living room already perfectly decorated. Lovely open island kitchen concept with breakfast bar and separate eat in area. There is also a spectacular formal dining room with exquisite furnishings. The cozy master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom that includes dual vanity sinks, a fantastic garden tub and separate glass shower. The second guest bedroom offers a flat screen television and queen size bed. There is a large bonus laundry room included! The enormous garage includes a ping pong and pool table. Also lay out on your oversized screened pool deck for…

For Sale - Bahama Bay - 308 Lucaya Loop #5202 Unit 5202, Davenport

Fantastic 3 bedroom 2 bathroom condo in the popular gated community of Bahama Bay. This condo is fully equipped with everything needed for a fabulous Florida vacation. There is a beautiful living and dining room floor plan uniquely decorated with Caribbean themed furnishings. The master bedroom offers access to a balcony where you can sit back and enjoy the sunshine whilst drinking your morning coffee. The Bahama Bay Resort offers lush landscaping and breathtaking views over Lake Davenport which makes it almost impossible to leave. The community has first class facilities including a restaurant , walking trails , tennis court, volleyball, basketball, four heated pools and direct access onto Lake Davenport. Also ideally located close to…

For Sale - Legacy Park - 862 Kettering Rd, Davenport

A truly amazing 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home located in Legacy Park. Home comes fully furnished and is in superb overall condition. The inviting living room includes a flat screen television, this leads to a spacious kitchen with breakfast bar perfect for entertaining your guests and there is also a separate eat in area with views of your own private pool. Exquisite formal dining room that will seat 6 guests comfortably. Lovely master bedroom with ensuite bathroom that includes dual sinks, a garden tub and separate shower. All bedrooms have carpet flooring and are tastefully decorated with great sized guest bathrooms with shower tub combinations. The large garage that is currently used as a game room includes a pool table and an air hockey…

Just Sold - Lake Buena Vista Res - 8101 Resort Village Dr #406, Orlando

Gorgeous 2 bedroom pool view unit! Unit has Jacuzzi-style bath in master bedroom and is fully furnished. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. This Luxurious Resort, beautifully landscaped is minutes from local attractions. Resort amenities include Pirate themed free-form pool, Tiki Bar, spacious Sun Deck with a pond view, Relaxation Pool, Day Spa and Salon, fitness center and Kid's Club. Property is not FHA approved. Please note this is a condo-hotel and this unit is a part of the rental management program. Seller requires a pre-qualification letter as described in Realtor remarks. All information recorded in the MLS is intended to be accurate but cannot be guaranteed, buyers advised to verify.

How to Make Your Vacation Home Stand Out from the Competition

Orlando is probably one of the top vacation rental home markets in the U.S., if not the world. People come from all over the globe to visit Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Sea World. With the theme parks offering substantial savings the more days you visit, many families spend at least one week or more when they come here on holiday.

That’s why vacation home rentals are so popular. A private home offers more space, and sometimes just as many amenities as a hotel. And vacation home rentals are more affordable than hotels too.

Since there are so many vacation homes available for short-term rental in Orlando, you may have to get creative in order to make your home stand out from the competition. Here are a few suggestions to ensure that…