Rent your Lake Wales pool by the hour. 0% host fees. Keep 100%.
By Derek Bowen, founder of Pool Rental Near Me and author of 7 books on pool hosting · Updated September 12, 2026
Turn your Lake Wales pool into income. Start hosting today and earn with confidence.
The leader in hourly pool rentals — built for hosts, not investors.
Lake Wales has steady, growing pool rental demand. We give you more of every booking, real liability coverage, and payouts before your skimmer's even dry.
0% host fees. Swimply takes 15%+ once you stack their host fee, guest fee, and processing. On a $200 booking that's real money — every time.
Every guest signs a liability waiver before they get access.
Payouts are initiated after the booking is completed; bank arrival times may vary. You keep 100% of your listed price.
Approve every guest. Block any date. Set your rules — group size, pets, alcohol, age minimums. Decline anyone, no explanation needed.
On a $200 booking in Lake Wales, you keep more with PRNM.
| Feature | Pool Rental Near Me | Swimply |
|---|---|---|
| Host service fee | 0% | 15%+ |
| You take home on $200 | $180 | ≈ $170 or less |
| Payout timing | Initiated after each completed booking | See their published terms |
| Listing fee | Free | Free |
| Guest approval | Full host approval | Auto-approve default |
Run the numbers for your pool.
Move the sliders to see what your Lake Wales pool could pull in across a season. Defaults are pre-tuned to local pricing.
Estimate your Lake Wales pool rental income
Adjust the inputs to model what hosting could look like for you. Estimates assume 28 booking weeks per year.
Estimates are illustrative and depend on demand, season, photo quality, and how quickly you respond to bookings. Pool Rental Near Me takes a flat these figures are gross. With 0% host fees, your net equals your gross.
From sign-up to first booking — usually under a week.
List in 15 minutes
Photos, hourly rate, calendar, house rules. Our team reviews every Lake Wales pool before going live.
Approve guests on your terms
Auto-approve trusted guests or hand-approve every request. Block dates anytime, raise weekend prices.
Get paid after each booking
Payouts are initiated after the booking is completed; bank arrival times may vary. We handle payments and guest messaging.
Become A Swimming Pool Host — Lake Wales, FL
Why Lake Wales homeowners host
- Extra income with local demand: Guests look for private, clean pools for family days, small parties, swim lessons, or photo shoots. Lake Wales’ neighborhoods and seasonal visitors create steady demand.
- Full control over your calendar: Rent by the hour or block time for longer events — you decide when guests can book.
How hosting works for you
Becoming a host is straightforward and tailored to busy homeowners:
- Create your listing and set your hours, pricing, and guest rules.
- Guests browse and book by the hour; you receive booking requests and can accept or decline.
- You collect payout after the booking with a 0% host fee deducted.
If you want a deeper walkthrough of the process, see our step-by-step guide at How it Works. For tips on setting rates and view potential earnings, try our Earnings Calculator.
Safety, trust, and insurance
- Require lifeguards for certain bookings or age groups
- Set maximum guest counts and house rules
- Require security deposits if you choose
- Use our messaging tools to vet guests before confirming a booking
Clear rules and upfront expectations reduce risk and improve guest behavior — and happier guests mean better reviews and more bookings.
Practical hosting tips for Lake Wales pools
- Highlight unique features: landscaping, shaded patios, pool heating, or lounge seating. Great photos help your listing stand out.
- Set realistic cleaning and turnover time between bookings.
- Offer optional add-ons like pool toys, floaties, or an extra setup fee for parties.
- Consider pricing differently for weekends, holidays, or special events in Lake Wales (local festivals can drive demand).
Hosting support and resources
We support hosts with tools to manage bookings, payments, and communication. If you’re curious how much you might earn, use the Earnings Calculator to model typical bookings and seasonal rates. New hosts can also learn best practices and platform policies in our hosting guide at Hosting Basics.
Who should host?
Hosting is ideal for Lake Wales homeowners who:
- Have a well-maintained, insured pool and clear safety rules
- Want flexible, part-time income without long-term commitment
- Can prepare the space between hourly bookings
- Enjoy meeting new people and sharing a great outdoor amenity
If that sounds like you, hosting could be an excellent, low-effort way to offset pool maintenance costs.
Ready to start?
Listing your pool is simple, and we walk you through each step. You remain in control of every booking and keep the homeowner’s experience front and center — from setting your availability to approving guests and enforcing house rules.
To begin, create your listing and see how much you could earn: Getting started for hosts and check local opportunities at All Locations.
List your pool and start earning today: /p/hosting
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The pool scene in Lake Wales
Lake Wales, FL is home to about 16,681 residents. In a community this size, private backyard pools are in short supply — which is exactly what makes hosting worthwhile.
Rent or host a private pool in Lake Wales
Looking to swim instead of host? Find private pools to rent by the hour near Lake Wales → — no membership required.
Nearby cities
Hosts and swimmers near Lake Wales also look in: Highland Park, FL, Waverly, FL, Crooked Lake Park, FL, Dundee, FL, Alturas, FL.
New to hosting? Start with the complete guide: How to rent out your pool — earnings, legality, insurance, HOA rules →
About the author
Founder & CEO, PRNM Corp
Derek Bowen is the founder and CEO of PRNM Corp, the parent company behind Pool Rental Near Me. A lifelong entrepreneur with 20+ years of marketplace and e-commerce experience, Derek launched Pool Rental Near Me to give pool owners a host-first alternative to high-fee competitors. He is the author of multiple Amazon-published books on pool hosting, including Pool Host Riches, The Backyard Entrepreneur, and the Pool Host Academy companion guides.
Thinking about listing your pool? Talk to Derek, the founder.
Book 15 minutes with me. I'll walk you through how it works, what you could earn, how waivers and booking approval protect you, and how to get your first booking. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I rent a private pool in Lake Wales?
- Yes. Pool Rental Near Me lists private residential pools near Lake Wales, FL that you can book by the hour — no membership required. The closest available pools appear first.
- Is hosting a pool worth it in Lake Wales?
- With about 16,681 residents and limited private swim options, Lake Wales hosts can earn extra income renting their backyard pool by the hour during the warm season. Listing is free and you keep 100% of your rate in 2026.
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Your Lake Wales pool could be earning this week.
Free to list. No monthly fees. Live in 15 minutes.