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Windermere Guide November 2016 Flipbook PDF
Windermere Guide 11.10.2016
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Windermere, Then... The area we call Windermere today was once home to the Timucua Indians who lived off the abundance of the many local lakes. The town of Windermere, originally named after Windermere England, was established as a residential development in 1889. The town was founded in 1915 and later incorporated in 1925.
In the early 1800’s, northerners came to the area to spend winters in the warmer climate and began investing in the land by developing citrus crops. In the early 1900’s, Windermere became somewhat of a tourist area, providing winter cabins and abundant fishing in the area’s many clear sand bottom lakes. The area began to fill in with those seeking Central Florida’s warmer winter climate thus began building both small vacation homes and large estates. In 1920, the population of Windermere was only 320.
Filled with majestic sprawling oak trees, beautiful clear lakes, and a mild climate, Windermere became a popular place for the families of means to summer and eventually take root. What they developed, was a small community, big on quality of life. Behind City Hall, stands a little one room school house built in the late 1800’s, providing a glimpse of early life in Windermere.
Among Windermere’s oldest buildings on the National Register of Historic Places is The Cal Palmer House. This became Windermere’s first Post Office in 1911 and functions today as an interior decor shop. Also on the Register is the historic Windermere Town Hall. It was originally the home of The Women’s Club, established in 1922 as a result of their relentless efforts in making surgical dressings during World War I.
While staying at the Rossmore Inn, built in 1913, visitors would enjoy its renowned good food and spectacular parties while experiencing breathtaking views of Lake Butler and the surrounding majestic trees from it’s 35’ bluff, the highest in the area. From it’s beginning Windermere has had a rich history of natural beauty and a higher quality of life not often found.
Courtesy of the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation
Windermere, Now... Today Windermere is called the “Town Among the Lakes” and is known for its luxurious lifestyle. With several times the national average household income and a fraction of the crime, “Neighborhood Scout” rates Windermere top for families with children in Florida. Over 92% of its residents are in white-collar jobs and over 11% work from home. With this pedigree, it’s no surprise that over 65% of its residents have earned college degrees.
The family is important to Windermere residents, as is seen in its quality schools and abundant youth athletic, social and cultural activities. Children are very much a part of the culture in Windermere and are included with great respect. Churches are plentiful and there is a robust network of social and charitable groups that are well supported. The family is important to Windermere residents, as is seen in its quality schools and abundant youth athletic, social and cultural activities. Children are very much a part of the culture in Windermere and are included with great respect. Churches are plentiful, and there is a robust network of social and charitable groups that are well supported.
Windermere has intentionally kept its old world charm with dirt roads, large majestic oaks and clean sand bottom lakes. Because the lakes play such a significant part in its history, Windermere meticulously maintains their quality. Locals appreciate this pristine environment and enjoy quality pro-fishing, water skiing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, as well as just enjoying the waterfront lifestyle. For the nature enthusiasts, Windermere is a host to countless species of birds and animals for your watching and relaxing enjoyment.
Each week you can visit the farmer’s market in downtown Windermere to enjoy many of the local favorite vendors for fresh produce, seafood, bread and more. Once a month you can find food trucks lined up in front of Town Hall for families to come out and enjoy getting to know their community. With a host of events each month and the feel of a small town, Windermere invites you and your family to come out and meet your neighbors. Welcome to Windermere.
Windermere
Live, Work, and Play Area
Use this color coded and numbered map to help get you acquainted with your new community, schools, recreation and commonly needed businesses.
Public and Private Schools
Hospitals
Park and Recreation Areas
Police & Sheriff Stations
Life and Health Locations
Fire Departments
Popular Dining and Take-out
Public Libraries
Colored Map Numbers
The color coded numbers on the above map correspond to the colored directory listings on the following pages. These colors and numbers help you easily locate a business in relationship to this home and your new community.
Welcome Neighbor... to Windermere Helping You Get Acquainted with Your New Community.
We are a collection of local Residents, Realtors, Businesses and Organizations who care about our community enough to help make a good First Impression on our newest neighbors. We believe in reaching out, introducing ourselves, helping our new neighbors and introducing them to the community. For this reason, we have produced this Community Guide along with New Resident Meet & Greets. This map and the following directories are just a sampling of what the community has to offer to get you started. The featured businesses on the following pages are nominated and recommended by our community. These businesses demonstrate professionalism, quality, compassion for their customers and a heart for our community. We know that starting over can be difficult in where to go and who to trust. We are here to help. We have prepared a New Resident Meet & Greet each month, where you meet other Residents, Businesses and Groups to help you feel welcome and get the lay of the land, in addition to our way over the top Housewarming Gift. We believe in our community and treating others the way we like to be treated. We look forward to making your acquaintance at the next Meet & Greet. Welcome.
Nearby Public and Private Schools Public Elementary Schools 1 2 3 4 5 6
Keene’s Crossing Elementary Windermere Elementary Sunset Park Elementary Windy Ridge Elementary Dr. Phillips Elementary Palm Lake Elementary
Public Middle Schools
7 Bridgewater Middle School 8 Southwest Middle School 9 Chain of Lakes Middle School
Private and Charter Schools
13 Windermere Preparatory School 14 Foundation Academy 15 Connections Academy
Preschools 16 17 18 19 20 21
Bright Horizons Windermere Community Preschool Cranium Academy First Baptist Church Preschool Little Fishes Preschool Ladybird Academy
Public High Schools
10 Olympia High School 11 Dr. Phillips High School 12 West Orange High School
The above schools are identified on the previous Map Page by their RED number.
Enjoyable Nearby Parks and Recreation Public Parks and Recreation Areas 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
R.D. Keene Park Bill Frederick Park Dr. Phillips Community Park Braddock Park Butler Bay Recreation Area Palmer Park Central Park Shadow Bay Park
Local Recreation Businesses 9 10 11 12
Dr. Phillips YMCA Retro Fitness LA Fitness Roper YMCA
Golf Courses 13 14 15 16 17 18
Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Pointe Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge Orange Tree Golf Club Isleworth Country Club West Orange Country Club Walt Disney World Golf
The above locations are identified on the previous Map Page by their GREEN Number.
Nearby Life and Health Locations Grocery Stores and Markets 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Publix / CornerStone Publix / The Grove Publix / Lakeside Publix / Kirkman Fresh Market Whole Foods Trader Joe’s Wal-Mart Fresh Grocery
Veterinary Centers 9 10 11 12
Pharmacies 13 14 15 16 17
Walgreens Publix / CornerStone Walgreens Publix / The Grove Publix / Lakeside
Urgent Care Centers
18 Dr. Phillips Centra Care 19 Night Lite Pediatrics
Animal Clinic of Windermere Sand Lake Animal Clinic Dr. Phillips Animal Hospital Grand Oaks Pet Hospital
The above locations are identified on the previous Map Page by their BLUE number.
Popular Dining and Take-out Casual and Family Dining 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Subway Stromboli’s Pizza Subway My French Café McDonald’s Dixie Cream Café Allen’s Creamery & Coffee Panera Bread Pei Wei China Garden Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Dunkin’ Donuts KeKe’s Breakfast Café First Watch Chick-fil-A
Dining Restaurants 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Bella Tuscany Italian Restaurant Caprino’s Italian Restaurant Jumbo Sushi Stonewood Grill & Tavern Bonsai Sushi Big Fin Seafood Christini’s Ristorante Italiano Chatham’s Place Vines Grille & Wine Bar MoonFish Seasons 52 Black Rock Bar & Grill
Take-out
28 Tao Asian 29 Papa John’s Pizza 30 Perrotti’s Express - NY Deli
The above restaurants are identified on the previous Map Page by their ORANGE number.