"Windermere, Florida" is synonymous with "Luxury", "Elegance", "Style", and "Grace". The Town of Windermere is Orange County´s premiere residential luxury home community. With a total area of only 1.1 square miles and a population of around 2000, the Town of Windermere has a noticable "small town" feel. (As of the census of 2000, there are 1,897 people, 704 households, and 561 families residing in the town.) The Town of Windermere is located at 28°29'48" North, 81°32'2" West.  In layman's terms, that's in southwest Orange County fourteen miles southwest of Orlando, six miles southeast of Winter Garden, two miles south of Ocoee, and approximately six miles north of Walt Disney World. Windermere is surrounded by sand bottom lakes. Lake Butler (the largest) is on the west, Lake Down on the east, and Lake Bessie on the southeast.  By means of a system of canals, Butler, Down and six other lakes are connected to form what is known as the Butler Chain of Lakes.

An Englishman, Dr. Stanley Scott, established Windermere in 1881.  It is speculated that Dr. Scott named this little piece of paradise after the Lake Windermere District in England.  The first attempt at establishing a town layout was in 1887, by the Plant System of Railroads during the construction of the Florida Midland Railway.  Unfortunately, tough times fell upon the fruit industry eight years later.  As a direct result, the idea of a "Town of Windermere" would not become a reality until circa 1910 when J.C. Palmer stumbled upon Windermere.  The natural beauty and allure of the Butler Chain of Lakes and its surrounding areas convinced Mr. Palmer to construct his permanent residence nestled deep amongst the lushly wooded landscape of Windermere.

Although its natural beauty is still as breath taking today as it was back in 1881, the elegance and grace of Windermere has evolved immensely.  Windermere is one of Orange County´s most sought after luxury residential home communities.

Take a look for yourself to see why LUXURY is spelled "W-I-N-D-E-R-M-E-R-E":

Keene's Point. A place of timeless beauty, where manicured lawns touch the shores of the clear Butler Chain of Lakes and roll upwards to meet the fairways of a world class golf course. A charming community, surprisingly close to the vibrant energy of Central Florida, but removed just enough to be a personal haven. Where promises of things to come are already fulfilled and amenities are in place - today.

Summerport. A wonderful enclave sitting amid a collection of natural ponds and lakes. The community will feature multiple parks, a large clubhouse center, as well as lake access to Lake Speer. Plus Summerport´s convenient location and prestigious address make it a wonderful value.

Tilden's Grove. The neighborhood has become home to Windermere's most unique lakefront community. An Attractive GATED Entry Welcomes You To An Elegant Neighborhood of SPARKLING Blue Lakes and True CUSTOM Homes, Built By Some of the Area's Finest Home Builders. At Tilden's Grove, You'll Find A Better Place to GROW your Dreams.  $750,000-2,000,000

Weatherstone.  This gated community, located on the shores of Lake Olivia amongst the tall oaks and tranquil life style of the Windermere. This newly developed neighborhood has custom built homes for residents with the most esquisite taste.  $1, 000,000-$2,000,000

Balmoral.  Setting high on a hill, private entry community consisting of 32 custom built homes,, on nearly half an acre homesites. Private, community tennis courts are included.   $500,000-$800,000

Kelso on Lake Butler.  Nestled along the western side of Lake Butler and nearby Lake Davis and Cypress Lake, this neighborhood provides a fantastic home life of lakefront or lake view bliss. An abundance of ancient oak trees creates an atmosphere of peaceful tranquility among custom-built homes of all types and sizes.   $450,000-$2,000,000+

Marina Bay. On the northern side of Windermere and on the western end of Lake Down, this is an ideal location for anyone in search of a care-free lifestyle. This neighborhood features a community house with boat dock and a canal into the Butler Chain of Lakes. Large lots and towering trees are a rare find in this rapidly developing part of Orange county. 

Windermere Club.  A gated community of  located on both Lake Crescent and Lake Roberts, features an 18 hole championship golf course with a newly renovated clubhouse. Single-family homes, on oversized lots and waterfront estates make this a very popular community.  $700,000-$1,350,000

Westover Reserve.  A gated community surrounded by a brick wall and is very convenient to some of Orlando's most famous points of interests.. Spacious, custom built, 4- and 5-bedroom homes on low maintenance lots with all the bells and whistles.

Magnolia Park.   A gated community featuring award-winning 4- and 5-bedroom homes, most with bonus rooms above the garage, on oversized, lushly landscaped lots. 

Oxford Moor.  This new gated location is most likely to soon become one of the hottest spots in Central Florida. Single family, custom production homes on minimum 1/2-acre lots are available with numerous floorplans to fit almost any need.  

Windermere Downs.  One of the most diversified communities in the area. Homes range from smaller ranch style to exquisite lakefront contemporary estates. Most of the neighborhood is shaded under a canopy of old oak trees and other native Florida vegetation.  Deeded lake access to The Butler Chain of Lakes is included with all home sites and a boat ramp is located at one of the neighborhood's numerous parks.  $450,000-$1,500,000

The Willows at Lake Rhea.  Designed and built to accentuate the opulent life style of the Windermere area. Spacious 4- and 5-bedroom homes on some of the largest lots around make this the perfect location for the person looking for convenient location, lots of space and privacy. 

Westover Club.  This community boosts open and spacious floorplans with 4-, 5-, and 6-bedrooms, bonus rooms, large master suites and all the other amenities are in almost every home. The privilege of gated privacy and comfort of living in a well planned community are all in this package. 

The Manors at Butler Bay.  This community located adjacent to Windermere Elementary School. This neighborhood features larger, single-family homes on oversized lots with a tree shaded canopy giving a look you wouldn't expect to find in Central Florida.   

Silver Woods.  Nestled between Bay Hill and the City of Windermere you will find the comfortable community.  With mostly 3- and 4-bedroom, single family homes this sought after neighborhood has homes ranging in size from about 1650 sqft up to about 2200 sqft.