Clubhouse access and resort amenity fees explained
Clubhouse access at Solterra Resort is paid separately: the community charges a one-time resort amenity fee (payable at the clubhouse) to use the shared amenity center, including the zero-entry pool, lazy river, slide, gym and courts. Private screened pools and kitchens inside individual villas are part of your rental unless otherwise listed by the home’s manager.
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What the clubhouse (amenity center) includes
The shared Solterra Resort clubhouse — often called the Grand Clubhouse or Solterra Resort Amenity Center — provides a zero-entry community pool, lazy river, water slide, outdoor spa, a 24/7 fitness center, an arcade/game room and a playground. Tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts are available through clubhouse/amenity access.
The clubhouse building also has lounge/gathering areas and a poolside casual restaurant, Café Sol Bar & Grill, plus sundries and guest Wi‑Fi on the pool deck.
- Zero-entry community pool
- Lazy river and water slide
- Outdoor spa/hot tub near the clubhouse pool
- 24/7 fitness center
- Arcade/game room and playground
- Tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts
- Café Sol Bar & Grill (poolside dining)
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Clubhouse building | Lounge, sundry items, guest Wi‑Fi |
| Pool, lazy river, slide | Shared features requiring amenity access |
| Fitness center | Open 24/7 |
Resort amenity fee: who pays and how
Use of the shared clubhouse amenities requires a one-time resort amenity fee payable at the clubhouse. The fee is collected per stay at check-in to the amenity center and wristbands are issued to registered guests for access.
Fees and payment methods: the fee is charged by the community and must be paid by card or tap payment at the clubhouse; cash is not accepted. Exact fee amounts are stated by the resort and confirmed at the clubhouse desk when you arrive.
- $35 (parties of 12 guests or fewer) or $45 (13 or more guests) — one-time fee per stay (as listed by the resort)
- Payable at the clubhouse at check-in for amenity access
- Card or contactless (tap) payment accepted; cash not accepted
- Wristbands issued to registered guests for access
| Party size | Stated resort amenity fee |
|---|---|
| 12 guests or fewer | $35 (one-time per stay) |
| 13 guests or more | $45 (one-time per stay) |
| Payment method | Card or tap only (no cash) |
Pool, lazy river, water slide and hours
Community pool hours and operation are set by the resort and can change seasonally. Standard posted hours for the clubhouse complex are 9:00 AM–10:00 PM for the pool; the lazy river and water slide run during more limited daytime hours.
Guests should check current hours at the clubhouse on arrival: the lazy river has commonly posted hours of about 11:00 AM–7:00 PM and the water slide about 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, but seasonal adjustments and maintenance closures do occur.
- Clubhouse pool: typically 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Lazy river: commonly 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (subject to change)
- Water slide: commonly 11:00 AM–8:00 PM (subject to change)
- Shared amenity closures or refurbishments may be scheduled — check onsite or with your property manager
| Feature | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Clubhouse pool | 9:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Lazy river | About 11:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| Water slide | About 11:00 AM–8:00 PM |
Private villa pools and pool heating
Many Solterra villas include private screened pools and some include attached private spas. These private pools are part of the individual villa rental unless your specific listing states otherwise.
Pool heating is usually an optional paid add-on for private villa pools and is arranged through the home’s property manager. When available, pool heating often has minimums (for example, a 3-day minimum) and advance notice is commonly required.
- Private screened pools are typically included with the villa rental (check your listing to confirm)
- Pool/spa heating usually costs extra and is arranged through the property manager (examples show multi-day minimums)
- Heated private pools commonly reach around 82–86°F; heated spas typically reach roughly 102°F (reported values from villa listings)
| Private pool detail | Typical note |
|---|---|
| Included with villa | Usually yes — confirm on the rental listing |
| Heating | Optional paid add-on with minimum days/notice |
| Temperature when heated | Private pools ~82–86°F; spas ~102°F (reported by villa sources) |
Fitness, courts, arcade and family facilities
The clubhouse fitness center is open 24/7 for registered guests with amenity access. The amenity center also provides an arcade/game room and a children’s playground, making the community suitable for families.
Tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts are part of the amenity package and generally require the same clubhouse access/wristband rules. There are community policies such as quiet hours and no onsite bachelor/bachelorette parties; check posted rules at the clubhouse or with your home manager.
- Fitness center: open 24/7 (clubhouse access required)
- Arcade/game room for indoor entertainment
- Playground for children on-site
- Tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts accessible with amenity access
- Community rules include quiet hours and restrictions on private parties — check the CDD/resort rules
| Facility | Access requirement |
|---|---|
| Fitness center | Amenity wristband/club access required |
| Arcade/game room | Amenity wristband/club access required |
| Courts & playground | Amenity wristband/club access required |
Café Sol Bar & Grill — who can dine there and hours
Café Sol Bar & Grill (also styled Café Sol) is the on-site poolside restaurant at the clubhouse serving casual American-style food: burgers, pizzas/flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, snacks, desserts and beer/wine. The café serves guests and registered residents who have clubhouse access.
Hours are published by the resort and may vary seasonally; historically Café Sol has operated lunch service and expanded evening hours on weekends. Confirm current days and times at the clubhouse or on arrival.
- Menu highlights: burgers, ribs, flatbreads/pizza, sandwiches, salads, desserts, beer and wine
- Access: open to residents and registered guests with clubhouse/amenity wristbands
- Ordering: Café Sol accepts online orders for some items (smoothies, drinks, etc.)
- Alcohol: per community rules, alcohol is served from the café except at pre-approved special events
| Item | Typical info |
|---|---|
| Who can dine | Registered guests/residents with club access |
| Typical hours | Lunch hours (example: 11:00 AM start); check current hours at clubhouse |
| Alcohol policy | Alcohol is generally served only from the café unless pre-approved for events |
Booking, check-in, age rules and parking
Solterra Resort is a gated community of individually owned vacation rental homes and townhomes. Because homes are managed by many different owners and property managers (Vacasa, iTrip, Vrbo, etc.), check-in times, minimum ages for the primary renter, pet rules and some fees vary by listing.
Standard check-in/check-out times are commonly 4:00 PM check-in and 10:00 AM check-out when booked through resort-affiliated managers, but other managers and booking sites may list different times. Parking is free self-parking on site; specific vehicle limits and parking pass rules are listed on individual rental pages.
- Standard times (example from management): check-in 4:00 PM, check-out 10:00 AM — confirm with your booking confirmation
- Minimum age for the primary renter varies by manager and listing (examples include 18, 21, 25 or older) — verify before booking
- Pet policies vary by home — some villas allow pets with fees, others do not; service animals are accepted per ADA rules
- Free self-parking is available; individual homes specify vehicle limits and a gate parking pass is typically issued
| Topic | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Check-in/check-out | Confirm exact times with the property manager — examples vary |
| Minimum age | Varies by manager/listing (confirm when booking) |
| Pets | Varies by villa; some homes allow pets with fees, others prohibit them |
