Windermere, Florida is one of the premier addresses in sought-after Central Florida. This distinctive neighborhood is home to many professional athletes including golfer Tiger Woods and baseball player Ken Griffey, Jr. as well as actors, medical professionals, and CEOs. Windermere is surrounded by three breathtaking lakes. Windermere’s largest lake is Lake Butler on the west, Lake Down on the east, and Lake Bessie on the southeast. Lake Butler and Lake Down along with six other shimmering lakes connect to form the amazing Butler Chain of Lakes.
Founded in 1889, Windermere has strived to maintain its small-town feel. Many streets in Windermere are still dirt roads and street signs are displayed on white concrete posts. Even amidst its real estate development, Windermere is still able to maintain its quaint historic charm. The lovely city center is preserved well with beautiful shops and cafes.
This luxury subdivision boasts 800 acres with seven miles of lake frontage. Windermere has a gorgeous Mediterranean-style clubhouse and an Arnold Palmer designed championship golf course where neighbors can enjoy the year-round Florida sunshine.
Residents of this pristine country club community can relish superb tennis courts, a gorgeous swimming pool, a fitness center, a boat ramp, relaxing massages, energizing aerobics, and fun-filled summer camps for the children of Windermere. Windermere also has several much anticipated neighborhood events including the Windermere Art Festival and the Festival among the Lakes.
Perfectly placed, Windermere is sited approximately 30 minutes from the excitement of downtown Orlando including world-renowned restaurants, shopping, and numerous theme parks including Disney World and Universal Studios. Windermere is near the Bay Hill and Dr. Phillips area. Windermere’s cooling canopies of majestic oak trees are located approximately one hour and twenty minutes from the exhilarating waves of the Atlantic Ocean on Daytona Beach.
Located in Orange County, Windermere is part of Orange County Public Schools and includes the sought-after school of Windermere Elementary. Windermere is home to several well-respected private schools including The Foundation Academy, Windermere Preparatory School, and Lake Highland Preparatory School.
In June 2008, the average sales price of a single family home or condo in Windermere, FL was $542,235. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.
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