Lake County 55+ / Tavares / Royal Harbor

55+ age-restricted

Royal Harbor 55+ community guide · Tavares, FL

A gated 755-home community on Little Lake Harris in Tavares with a waterfront clubhouse and fishing pier. Prices range widely because some homes sit directly on the water.

Who Royal Harbor fits

Boaters and anglers who want lake access on the Harris Chain.

Amenities

Waterfront clubhouse on Little Lake Harris, pool, fishing pier, tennis, bocce.

What's near Royal Harbor

Close to the community

  • Hickory Point Recreation Park boat ramps on Little Lake Harris
Hospitals
  • AdventHealth Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares. Full-service hospital serving the Mount Dora, Eustis, Tavares area.
Parks & lakes
  • Wooton Park and the Tavares seaplane base on Lake Dora
  • Hickory Point Recreation Park: 12 boat ramps, fishing pier and nature boardwalk on Little Lake Harris
  • Dora Canal, the cypress-lined link between Lake Dora and Lake Eustis
Town & shopping
  • Downtown Tavares, the Lake County seat, with lakefront dining and events
Getting around
  • US-441 and SR-19
  • SR-429 / SR-453 (Wekiva Parkway) toward Orlando and Sanford

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Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Harbor a 55+ community?

Yes. Royal Harbor is listed as 55+ age-restricted. Under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, at least 80% of occupied homes must have at least one resident aged 55 or older; check the community's own rules for guests, younger spouses and renters.

What are the HOA fees at Royal Harbor?

Reported dues are $135-$232 per month as of October 2026. Fees vary by home and change over time, so confirm with the HOA.

Is Royal Harbor gated?

Yes, Royal Harbor is a gated community.

Does Royal Harbor have a golf course?

There is no golf course in Royal Harbor.

Who built Royal Harbor?

Pringle Development. Homes are available as resales only.

How far is Royal Harbor from a hospital?

About 15 minutes (7.7 mi) by car to AdventHealth Waterman, the nearest Lake County hospital. Times are measured from the community entrance or sales center without traffic and will vary by home.

What healthcare is near Royal Harbor?

The nearest urgent care is Orlando Health Medical Group FHV Health Walk-In Clinic, about 15 minutes away. The nearest pharmacy is Publix at Tavares Crossroads, about 7 minutes away. Veterans can use the Tavares VA Clinic, about 14 minutes away. Times are by car without traffic.

Does Royal Harbor have a CDD fee?

We have not yet confirmed whether this community carries a Community Development District (CDD) assessment. Check the non-ad valorem assessments on a current Lake County tax bill for any home you're considering.

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Last checked October 2026. Sources: public community listings and MLS data. Something out of date? Tell us.

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