The quaint town of Windermere, Florida is nestled amidst the pristine Butler Chain of Lakes. Founded in 1887 this luxury community of water front Estate Homes has been able to develop and has succeeded in preserving its small town historic charm.
Located in southwest Orange County, Windermere also known as "The Town Among the Lakes" has matured into a luxury community that still has the look and feel of yesteryears. Driving the cobblestone round-a-bout streets of today you will see that Windermere is truly rich in history. This perfect little town is surrounded by fresh water sand bottom lakes known as the Butler Chain of Lakes, a flowing system of twelve lakes and their connecting canals. Lake Butler is the largest and is located on Windermere's west border. Lake Down the second largest of the lakes is located on Windermere's east border and Lake Bessie marks Windermere's southeast water front boundary.
Windermere has also found notoriety through its residents. Many of Central Florida's rich and famous live in Windermere's privateGolf Gated Community of Isleworth, which sits on the luxurious Lake Butler.
Windermere ranked #1 in Florida for best towns to live in for families with children according to the Neighborhood Scout search engine for home buyers. Windermere won the gold medal for topping the charts in criterias that included quality public schools, safety from crime, a high proportion of families with children in the community, many adults with college degrees and higher education, many families who own their own homes. If you talk to Windermere residents they'll also say they have a special place to come home to.
The Windermere's Crest
- Boating Beautiful Lakes - Top left quarter of Windermere's Crest stands for the three "Class Yachts" and their popularity once about a time.
- Florida's best Lakes - Top right section features the "Gate" which denotes Windermere's Gateway to the lake District.
- Saint George the Patron Saint - England's Patron Saint holds up the bottom left of the crest.
- The uniqueness of Windermere The bottom right is the delicious but rare species of the Char trout, local fisherman say it takes a gold plated lure at depths of 90 feet.
Downtown Windermere, Florida
Windermere, Florida
For home buyers it's not just the beautiful Lakes and the uniqueness that Windermere offers, you will be surprised to see a variety of homes to choose from with many different price ranges, sizes and models.
Take a tour of ALLWindermere Communities and homes for sale in this unique old time town straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Below are a few of our favorites we thought you would like to learn more about. Have fun with your search and remember you always have a TEAMCONNECT Realtor ready to help with your questions. 407-516-1000
Windermere Real Estate Communities
A few of our Favorite Windermere communities
Belmere Village
View available homes in Belmere ranging in price from $300,000 to $700 ,000.
Located off of Maguire Rd. in Windermere, Belmere Village which also includes The Reserves at Belmere and Whitney Isles at Belmere is a guard gated community. Homes include tile roofs, brick paver driveways and mature landscaping throughout. Belmere features a beautiful clubhouse where residents can enjoy a fully equipped fitness center with a sauna, basketball court, tennis courts, sand volleyball court, child's play area, a community gazebo and two open fields. What a great place for families to call home.
Glenmuir
View available Glenmuir properties Homes from $350,000 - 700,000+
Glenmuir is located in Windermere off of Chase Rd and 535 across the street from Keenes Pointe. Glenmuir is a gated community which offers a soccer field, basketball court, volleyball, playground and a large pavilion with grills for hours of family enjoyment.
Isleworth
View available Isleworth estates with prices ranging from $1,500,000 to over 15,000,000.
Isleworth is a private golf gated community surrounded by the most beautiful shoreline of the Butler Chain of Lakes. This prestigious luxury community includes golf front and lakefront estates for you to choose from. Isleworth is home to many professional athletes and CEO's and is one of Central Florida's most pristine communities. Isleworth is adding a new phase to this already luxurious community. This new phase is called The Garden's of Isleworth which will include estate homes that sit among lush tropical landscape.
Chain Du Lac
Homes from $1,00,000 - $10,000,000+ View available homes in Chain Du lac
Located off of Park Avenue and Main Street Chain du Lac is situated on the north side of Lake Butler (which is apart of the Butler Chain) in the heart of Windermere. Chain Du Lac consists of gorgeous lakefront and Interior estate homes all within this private gated community. Lots are still available if you wish to build to suit your families needs.
View available Keene's Pointe properties Homes from $450,000 - 6,000,000+
Keene's Pointe is well known for it's 14 different neighborhoods each featuring its own distinctive architecture flare. With twelve of Orlando's top home builders, Keene's Pointe was built consisting of cottage homes, custom homes and estates ranging in prices. Surrounded by large oak trees and charming magnolias, residents of Keenes Pointe enjoy beauty in every possible way. Nestled among the shores of Lake Tibet, which is apart of the Butler Chain, Keene's Pointe features the renowned Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and the famous Golden Bear Club.
Homes from $700,000-1,800,000 View available homes in Tildens Grove
Tildens Grove is a beautiful gated community of prestigious Windermere. The community features beautiful estate homes on over sized lots with tile roofs, brick paver driveways and lush landscape. Tildens Grove offers residents: tennis courts, basketball courts and water access.
Oxford Moor
View available Oxford Moor properties Homes from $900,000 - 1,500,000+
If you are looking for a new quaint community in Windermere, Oxford Moor is perfect for you, located on SR 535 just past Windermere Prep private school. This gated community offers custom built homes by some of Orlando's finest home builders. These beautiful homes are situated on 1/2 to 1 acre lots and many with pond views.
