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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Vacation Pool Home

Posted by Team Donovan on July 24th, 2019

A swimming pool can be an attractive feature in a vacation home. But for homeowners, there are pros and cons to think about before you invest in any of today’s Orlando homes for sale with pools. 

Knowing if a swimming pool can maximize your home investment will help you increase your return and give your rental guests the features they desire. 

Swimming Pools in Today’s Real Estate Market 

Swimming pools are typically found in high-end homes, and many of those pools aren’t used as often as homeowners anticipate. This results in a costly feature that offers fewer benefits to home buyers. 

When it comes to Orlando vacation homes, a pool can be a great asset since holiday guests can enjoy a relaxing swim after a long day at the area theme…

Community Profile: Windsor Palms Resort

Posted by Team Donovan on January 11th, 2017

When it comes to resort-style living in Orlando, Windsor Palms Resort is one of the finest in the area. This 24-hour guard-gated community, formerly known as the Wyndham Palms Resort, is located just minutes from Walt Disney World in delightful Kissimmee, Florida. 

Windsor Palms offers a variety of beautiful vacation homes for sale including comfortable 2 and 3 bedroom condos, 3 bedroom townhomes, and luxurious 4, 5 or 6 bedroom pool homes. Home buyers will appreciate the exceptional features in these homes, such as a large master suite, fully equipped kitchen with breakfast area and dining room, one or two living areas, and a washer/dryer. Many homes are fully furnished and include a game room with activities like billiards, table tennis and air…

What You Should Know about Buying Short Term Rentals

Posted by Team Donovan on August 3rd, 2016

For years now, Europeans and Canadians have invested in Orlando vacation homes near Disney for use as a short-term rental to holiday visitors. Vacation homes have become a popular option for tourists who spend longer than a week in Central Florida, as well as large families on vacation, since the rental cost is cheaper than a hotel stay. Many vacation homes are located in resort communities too, so they offer hotel-like amenities such as luxury pools, spas and fitness facilities.

If you’re thinking about purchasing a vacation home in Orlando to use as a short-term rental, there are a few key points to keep in mind. 

#1 – Check to see if the home is located in a gated community. These properties are usually more desirable to tourists because they…