Highlands Reserve Homes for Sale, Davenport FL

About Highlands Reserve

Highlands Reserve is in the Davenport area of northeast Polk County, in the 33897 ZIP, just off US 27 and north of I-4. It is one of the few Central Florida golf communities built on real hills: the course sits on a long sand ridge where elevation changes reach about 120 feet. The surrounding neighborhood is primarily single-family homes, and because the area is so close to the Disney and Kissimmee attractions corridor, parts of it have long been used as vacation and second homes. That makes the HOA rules on rentals, parking and guest use important to read before buying. The golf course takes public tee times, so homeowners are not locked into a club fee, but anyone who plans to play often should ask the club about current membership or resident programs. Facts on gating, HOA fees and any CDD are not published consistently, so confirm them for the exact address.

The golf at Highlands Reserve

Highlands Reserve Golf Club is a Mike Dasher design that opened in 1988. It is located on a long sand shelf near Davenport, with elevation changes up to about 120 feet, which is why golfers describe it as anything but a typical Florida course. The layout uses pine-lined fairways and undulating, sometimes small greens, and it plays from about 4,500 to 6,700 yards across four sets of tees, which keeps it manageable for most players. The course takes public tee times through major booking services, and tee times were available into late October 2026 when this page was verified. Wind across the ridge and uneven lies add difficulty that the yardage alone does not show. Golfers who usually play flat Florida courses often find club selection here harder than expected on uphill and downhill approach shots.

Is club membership required in Highlands Reserve?

Varies, ask for current details. Highlands Reserve Golf Club takes public tee times. Confirm any membership options or homeowner golf arrangements with the club.

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Living in Highlands Reserve: location and lifestyle

Highlands Reserve sits in one of the fastest growing parts of Polk County. US 27 runs north to Clermont and south to Posner Park in Davenport, where big box shopping, restaurants and services are concentrated. I-4 is a few minutes south, which puts Disney World and the Kissimmee area about 20 to 30 minutes away and Tampa about an hour and 15 minutes. AdventHealth Heart of Florida is nearby for medical care. The Green Swamp and Lake Louisa State Park, about 20 minutes north, offer trails, camping and paddling. Traffic on US 27 can be heavy during peak tourist seasons, which matters for anyone planning daily drives. ChampionsGate, Reunion and Davenport's newer retail areas are close as well, adding more dining and services along the US 27 and I-4 corridors.