Solara Resort

Yes — Solara Resort was purpose-built for the vacation-rental market by Mattamy Homes, and STR is permitted by design. The HOA, managed by Leland Management, does not publish a minimum-stay floor or rental-frequency cap in its governing documents as of available research. That said, you must comply with county requirements: a DBPR state vacation-rental license (~$170/year), a county Business Tax Receipt ($30–50/year), and a Tourist Development Tax (TDT) account to remit 5% of gross revenue monthly. Always review the current CC&Rs and estoppel certificate at closing — HOA rules can change.

Gross annual revenue for well-managed Solara homes ranges roughly $40,000–$85,000 depending on home size, bedroom count, and management quality. Larger 7–9 bedroom homes targeting group travelers are at the top of that range; 3–4 bedroom townhomes and smaller single-family homes sit lower. Net yields after management fees (20–25%), HOA dues, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance run approximately 4–6% of acquisition cost at current market pricing. These are estimates based on Davenport/Kissimmee STR market data — not guarantees. Run a property-specific pro forma before purchasing.

Five operators are active at Solara: Magical Vacation Homes, Florida Vacation Homes, Casiola Vacation Homes (publishes a flat 20% fee), FunStay Florida (flat-rate, no setup fees, no long-term contracts), and SunnySide Properties. Management fees across the Disney corridor typically run 20–30% of gross revenue. All-in costs — fees, cleaning coordination, supply restocking, maintenance markup — often land closer to 30–35% of gross. Get itemized proposals from at least two managers and compare net income projections, not just the commission percentage.

All three are HOA-approved STR communities within a few miles of each other in the Kissimmee/Davenport corridor. Solara's differentiator is the FlowRider surf simulator — a rare amenity at the community level that drives premium bookings. Solterra has a lazy river and more resort-style pool infrastructure. Champions Gate has two golf courses and a water park (Oasis Club) with a broader amenity set but also higher entry prices. Solara tends to run slightly lower entry prices than Champions Gate, making it accessible for first-time STR investors. The right choice depends on your budget, target guest profile, and which management companies you want to work with.

Solara Resort is effectively 100% investor-owned. The community was marketed and zoned as a vacation-rental resort from inception; there are essentially no primary or full-time residents. This means strong STR infrastructure and permissive HOA rules, but it also means every home on your street is a competitor. With ~900 units, Solara is one of the larger STR communities in the corridor — active pricing management and strong listing photography matter more here than in smaller, lower-competition communities.