Marriott's Lakeshore Reserve

The Resort & Setting

Marriott's Lakeshore Reserve sits at 11248 Lakeshore Reserve Dr in Orlando, part of Orange County's southern suburbs, close to the junction of I-4 and the Florida Turnpike. The resort offers rooms, villas and townhouses on a golf course property, with an on-site pool and a choice of dining options. Google reviewers rate it 4.7 out of 5 from more than 1,380 reviews, and Marriott's own description plays up the upscale feel of the villas and surrounding grounds — a quieter, more residential alternative to staying directly on International Drive, while still being a short drive from the main attractions.

The Area & Things to Do

South Orlando puts owners and renters within easy reach of the theme parks that draw most visitors to the region, along with the outlet malls, restaurants and golf courses clustered around the Turnpike and I-4. The location suits families wanting a base that's calm in the evenings but never far from a day at the parks, and golfers will appreciate having a course right on the doorstep. Orlando's year-round demand for short breaks means both owners and renters have plenty of flexibility over when to travel, though school holidays and the winter months tend to be the busiest and priciest times to book.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week or points at Marriott's Lakeshore Reserve and are thinking about selling, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a straightforward owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week yourself, set your own asking price, and buyers contact you directly through the platform. There's no commission on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers.

Before you list, it's worth understanding how a transfer with Marriott Vacation Club actually works. According to Marriott, resale transfers for points are charged at $750 per 250 points, with a $3,000 minimum, plus a $300 education fee for first-time owners and a $95 fee if Marriott waives its right of first refusal. For legacy weeks in the US, the transfer fee is lower — RedWeek lists $25 plus the same $95 right-of-first-refusal fee. Marriott holds a right of first refusal on resales, typically exercised within 15 to 30 days depending on the resort, so sellers and buyers should factor that window into their timeline. Owners report that a full transfer typically takes three to four months to complete.

Buyers should also know what resale does and doesn't include: points bought on the resale market don't count toward Marriott's Reserve or Pinnacle membership tiers, and resale legacy weeks can't be enrolled in the Abound programme or converted into Marriott Bonvoy points. What you're buying is the use of the week or points themselves — not the enrolled benefits that come with a direct purchase from Marriott. This resort's ownership can be used within the Interval International exchange network, which is worth checking if trading your week for stays elsewhere matters to you.

Marriott does not publish these fees on an open web page — the figures above come from the owner portal, which requires a login — so it's sensible to confirm current costs directly with Marriott Vacation Club ownership services before agreeing a sale price.

Practical Notes

Renters typically look for clear travel dates, confirmation of unit size (rooms through to townhouses are all part of this resort's inventory), and proximity to the parks — all straightforward to lay out in a listing. Sellers should have their ownership documents, maintenance fee statements and any points balance ready, since buyers will want this detail before committing. Given Marriott's right of first refusal and the several-month transfer timeline, it's worth building that lead time into any sale rather than assuming a quick handover.