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Of the many cities, states, and countries I’ve traveled, few can compete with the year-long lush green, rejuvenating humidity level, laid-back attitude toward life, and beautifully designed homes of Central Florida, near Windermere, FL. Case in point:

• 8460 Elba Esle Ct., Windermere, FL 34786: This stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath property boasts an open floor plan and a beautiful heated salt water pool with spa. Enjoy the peaceful and serene atmosphere as you relax in your own private oasis. No front or rear neighbors. View Disney fireworks from your front yard and other locations within the community. The spacious home is perfect for entertaining guests or spending time with family. The Gourmet kitchen comes equipped with a huge island and ample counter space, making meal prep a breeze. Featuring 42 Cabinets w/Crown Molding in Cherry Spice, Granite Counters, Glass Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances, Double Ovens, Gas Cooktop, and a Walk-in Pantry. The master suite offers a luxurious retreat, complete with a Tray Ceiling, a large walk-in closet and bathroom featuring a soaking tub, separate Semi-Frameless rain shower, Dual Sink Vanity w/ Granite Counters, and a Linen Closet. Quartz counters in secondary bathrooms. 20 Porcelain Tiles in Foyer, Dining, Kitchen, Great Room, bathrooms, & Laundry. Blackstone glass-insert front door. Plantation shutters, Brick Paver Porch, Driveway & Walkway. This home is located Minutes from Disney in a highly desirable neighborhood with top rated schools, and is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this exceptional property. Schedule your showing today! NO CDD! This home features: 4 bd., 3 ba., 2,690 sqft., $900,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (1:00 pm-4:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (noon-3:00 pm).
• 107 E. 2nd Ave., Windermere, FL 34786:
  Rare opportunity to own a custom-built home located in charming downtown Windermere with top-rated schools, lake and tennis court access, local eateries, a library, and a weekly farmers market. No HOA! Built in 2020, this beautiful one-story home is light and modern and features upgraded, professionally designed finishes. The extra wide doorways easily accommodate a wheelchair and the 10-foot ceilings and 8-foot doors add to the wow factor making the home feel even larger. Planned for easy entertaining and with the cook in mind, the natural gas gourmet kitchen boasts smart Cafe appliances including two dishwashers, loads of granite counter space, a built-in wood table, a ton of cabinets plus a huge walk-in pantry. The living room features a tray ceiling with indirect mood lighting along with full-home surround sound. The primary bedroom is generously sized and flows into the stunning en-suite primary bathroom with marble tile floors, a large soaking tub, a walk-in rain shower with touchscreen smart control, and a huge custom walk-in closet. Two bathrooms include bidets and one is ADA-outfitted. The screened-in lanai boasts an outdoor kitchen and overlooks the large, fenced backyard and gas fire pit. The laundry room is complete with a pet washing station and a top-rated W&D. The oversized garage is filled with natural light includes a utility sink and can accommodate a boat. Bring your golf cart to the private tennis courts, to visit the weekly farmers market or the monthly food truck night. Enjoy private access to the boat ramp to highly desired Butler Chain of Lakes. This home features: 4 bd., 3 ba., 2,684 sqft., $1,115,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (10:00 am-1:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (1:00 pm-4:00 pm).
• 14363 Red Cardinal Ct., Windermere, FL 34786: Perhaps thee primo lot in Summerport! This one is on the West Orange Country Club’s Golf Course with land only on the west side of this ideal property! This Park Square deluxe home, with a great floor plan, just needs a new owner’s touches to make it super special. Summerport is close to everything – shopping, A rated schools, and the community offers Club House, Community Pool, Fitness Center, Tennis, Volleyball, & Basketball courts, plus Walking Trails, Playgrounds in abundance + more. This offering may be the perfect one for you! This home features: 4 bd., 3 ba., 2,411 sqft., $595,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (11:00 am-3:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (11:00 am-3:00 pm).
• 6005 Down Point Ln., Windermere, FL 34786: Back on Market – Buyer Financing Fell Through – 6005 Down Point Lane, Windermere – Offered at $2, 450, 000. Exquisite estate home in Windermere’s private Sunset Bay community, adjacent to Lake Down and Isleworth. Custom built on nearly an acre of land, the owners of this home spared no expense when it came to designing and building. Highlights include 5 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 3 half baths, Waterford chandeliers, a home elevator, a private pool and spa with waterfall, a 5-car garage with a gated motor court, a Kohler home generator, and so much more. Offering an impressive 6, 400+ sf floorplan, the interior layout includes formal living and dining rooms, two master bedrooms (each on the first floor) 3 en suite guest bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen with high-end Thermador appliances, an open family room, a 2nd floor bonus room, and two air-conditioned workshops. Throughout the home you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors, high coffered and tray ceilings, an abundance of natural light, thick crown moldings, custom built-in libraries and entertainment centers, stained glass windows, and two gas fireplaces. Enter the home through the grand 2-story foyer. Ahead you will find the living room, to the left the dining room, and to the right the home office. Down the first hall to the right are the master bedroom and the mini-master suite. At the heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen with Busby cabinetry, granite countertops and a large dinette area that overlooks the family room and screened pool and lanai. Split from the master wing you’ll find two guest bedrooms each with their own full bath, the laundry room, a full pool bath, as well as a half bath, and access to the attached 3-car garage (a second 2-car garage can be found across the motor court). Take the grand staircase upstairs where you’ll find another half bath and a large bonus room with a walkout terrace that overlooks the outdoor living space and a fifth en suite bedroom (which could be used as a home theater). Additional highlights and features include natural gas, 5 HVAC units, concrete tile roof (recently cleaned and inspected), central vacuum system, 15-rifle safe, new water heater, new pool heater, two oversized 1, 200 and 1, 500 gallon septic tanks, and a Terminix termite bond. This home has so much to offer that there isn’t room to write about it all – so schedule your private showing today and see all the amazing features this home has to offer. This home features: 5 bd., 6.5 ba., $2,450,000-Open House on Sun., 4/23/2023 (2:00 pm-4:00 pm).
• 9301 Patrimonio Loop Lot 134, Windermere, FL 34786: MUST SEE !!!!!!! FALL IN LOVE with this impeccably maintained pool home nestled on a quiet interior lot in the highly sought after neighborhood of Windermere Isle, just minutes from Disney, Seaworld/Universal, and the shops at Hamlin. Designed for family living and entertaining, this magnificent POOL home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2, 779 sq ft of living space. Enjoy the immaculate appeal to this modern design, spacious rooms, with lighting and walking closet.. This home features: 4 bd., 2.5 ba., 2,779 sqft., $799,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (11:00 am-5:00 pm).
• 14227 Bluebird Park Rd., Windermere, FL 34786: One of the best location in Summerport….. This beautiful 5 bedroom/3.5 bath/3 car garage house is located in the desirable Summerport community. It offers new paint and new vinyl flooring. No carpet for the entire house. Walking distance to the community club house and Keenes Crossing Elementary School. The community offers multiple parks, pool, gym, basketball court, tennis court, volley ball court, walking trail and more. This home features: 5 bd., 3.5 ba., 3,514 sqft., $699,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (11:00 am-3:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (1:00 pm-3:00 pm).
• 406 Oakdale St., Windermere, FL 34786: Welcome to 406 Oakdale Street, located in the desirable town of Windermere, FL with views of Lake Down! This fully renovated single-family home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious open floor plan that provides ample living space. Brand new kitchen appliances, tankless water heater and windows. As you enter the home, you’ll immediately notice the beautiful hardwood flooring that flows throughout the home. The living room is light and bright with large windows that allow natural light to flood in. The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cabinet space for storage. The adjacent dining area is perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. The primary bedroom suite is a relaxing oasis, complete with a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The two additional bedrooms are generously sized and share a full bathroom. The outdoor living space is equally impressive, with a covered patio overlooking a lush backyard with plenty of space to play, garden, or eventually install a pool. The attached two-car garage provides ample parking and storage space. Located on the best corner lot in the heart of Windermere, this home is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Enjoy Windermere’s best playground located right outside your front door. Walk less than 500 feet to Lake Down to go swimming in 1 of 13 crystal clear lakes on the Butler Chain of Lakes. Residents also have access to excellent schools, including the highly rated Windermere Elementary, Gotha Middle School, and Olympia High School. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this lovely home your own. Schedule a showing today! This home features: 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,908 sqft., $1,150,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (noon-4:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (11:00 am-2:00 pm).
• 6655 Duncaster St., Windermere, FL 34786: Welcome to this stunning one-story home located in the highly sought after Lakes of Windermere community. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms, this home is perfect for families of all sizes. As you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the beautiful new interior and exterior paint, as well as the new gutters that add to the home’s charm and character. The spacious living room is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with your loved ones, and the large front porch is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy beautiful evenings. The kitchen features new countertops and backsplash, as well as stainless steel appliances, making it a chef’s dream. The bedrooms are adorned with elegant wood flooring, providing a warm and cozy feel throughout. From the back of the house, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Disney fireworks, making this home truly special. Plus, the home is prewired for an electric car charging station in the garage, making it easy to keep your electric vehicle fully charged and ready to go. The community features a playground, park, community pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball field, and soccer fields, providing endless entertainment options for you and your family. Located near top-rated schools, shopping centers, and restaurants, this home is perfectly situated to meet all your needs. Don’t miss your chance to make this beautiful home yours! This home features: 4 bd., 2.5 ba., 2,460 sqft., $600,000-Open House on Sun., 4/23/2023 (noon-4:00 pm).
• 10430 Birch Tree Ln., Windermere, FL 34786: Now is your opportunity to own a luxurious estate home in the highly sought after Windermere Downs neighborhood! This 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath Brierhill custom-built home sits on a 1+ acre lot, and is a beautifully appointed inside and out. The entrance to the home is grand! Its long, circular driveway is the perfect preview that welcomes you to the estate. As you enter, you will be impressed with the high coffered ceilings overhead, and the beautiful hardwood floors below. The abundant natural light will greet you from the family room at to the rear, and creates a welcoming environment for your family and friends. To the left of the entrance is the formal living room that features a beautiful bay window. To the right of the entrance is the oversized dining room with French doors that lead you to the exterior courtyard where you can enjoy your morning coffee or a quiet dinner under the stars. Directly ahead is the family room with double French doors and overhead windows that illuminate the beauty of this home. The kitchen features custom cabinetry throughout and includes a large, walk-n pantry and custom butler’s pantry and wet bar. To the right of the kitchen isn oversized laudry room, and an office that also features a French door that opens to the outdoor space. The first-floor master suite will be the perfect place for your at home retreat. It includes a sitting area where you can relax and read your favorite books or wind down at the end of the day. The ensuite bathroom is ideal for a spa day at home. It includes a large, double shower, bathub, vanities on both sides, clawfoot tub, water closet with a bidet. The oversized, custom-built walk-in closet is to the rear and offers enough space for your wardrobe and more! Also on the first floor, is a second bedroom that is perfect for an in-home office space or guest suite. As you proceed upstairs, you will be impressed by the open walkway with views of the first-floor spaces below. The second level of the home features a media room, and is a split plan with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on either side of the upstairs space. Every bedroom in this home has walk-in closets with ample wardrobe space and storage. To the rear of the home is large outdoor space that features an outdoor kitchen and a large, heated pool and spa. There are no rear neighbors nearby so you can relax in your own private and serene setting. Being a resident of the neighborhood comes with exclusive access to the lake, tennis courts and community park. This meticulously maintained home is a must see! Schedule your private showing today. This gem will not last long. This home features: 6 bd., 4.5 ba., 3,579 sqft., 1.15 acres, $1,475,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (10:00 am-2:00 pm).
• 906 Oakdale St., Windermere, FL 34786: DESIRABLE DOWNTOWN WINDERMERE LOCATION by LAKE DOWN. This Luxurious Custom Residence is now completed and ready for move-in on a rare hard-to-find premium corner lot in Downtown Windermere. Just minutes away from boutique shops, restaurants, coffee shops, and Parks! Enjoy your picturesque evening walks or take the golf cart through town! The 4, 563 SF Spanish Contemporary will be a Show Home with its timeless design which includes 5 spacious Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, amazing Custom Kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Special features include a beautiful custom-designed pool, offering outdoor living with an impressive kitchen and entertainment area and a large covered lanai. Lush landscaping and spacious 3-car garage. Do Not Miss This Opportunity. This home features: 5 bd., 4.5 ba., 4,563 sqft., 0.37 acre, $2,200,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (11:00 am-1:00 pm).
• 11644 Ashlin Park Blvd., Windermere, FL 34786: This lovely two-story home found in desirable Ashlin Park offers the convenience of a premium location to A- rated schools in Windermere. This home features exquisite upgrades inside and out. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a new range, a spacious pantry, gorgeous quartz countertops, and a large ISLAND with a BREAKFAST BAR BUTLER VALET and a modern backsplash that pulls it all together. Featuring an Extended Living space and dining room with plenty of natural light. The first-floor master provides privacy while the upstairs has three bedrooms and a bath with double sinks. Convenient family room with wood floors and beautiful upgrades like Modern stairs with first-run cable Railing and extended Lanai with patio. The A/C is new. Conveniently located across the street from the clubhouse and pool, behind Disney Theme Parks with easy access to major highways, and near to school and Westside Shoppes with restaurants, supermarkets, and banks, this is a wonderful place to call home. This home features: 4 bd., 2.5 ba.,  2,320 sqft., $600,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (noon-3:00 pm) & Sun., 4/23/2023 (noon-5:00 pm).
• 11036 Schooner Way, Windermere, FL 34786: REMODELED HOME ON 1 ACRE LOT with CHAIN OF LAKE ACCESS under 2MM. Custom Windermere home on over an acre of land, with private 40+ ft dock on a wide canal to Lake Down, on Butler Chain of Lakes. This beautiful four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath house has been extensively remodeled by the previous and current owners and offers excellent living areas inside and out. The renovated kitchen features custom cabinets with QUARTZ countertops, modern appliances, and a seating area. A connected breakfast nook & large family room has 2-story vaulted ceilings, a modern fireplace, oversized windows, sliding doors, and spiral stairs leading to the second floor. Two bedrooms are on the first floor, with a large bathroom in between; a spacious laundry room, a powder room, a formal living room, and a dining room are also on the main floor. Upstairs is a spacious loft overlooking the family room and the living room, with access to a second-floor sun deck with a great view and lots of privacy. The main suite has two walk-in closets, a fully remodeled massive bathroom with vaulted ceilings, and a skylight. Bedroom 4 is ensuite with a renovated bathroom and also full of light. Outdoors, with access from the living room and family room, a large covered lanai with a fire pit overlooks the screen-enclosed heated pool with views to the dock across the extensive backyard. The oversized driveway has brand new pavers throughout and has plenty of shaded parking areas. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a Chain of Lakes home in the heart of the Town of Windermere with a more than a 1-acre lot. Just a short walk to Windermere Elementary School and very close to restaurants and shops. motivated seller – bring us your offer. This home features: 4 bd., 3.5 ba., 3,391 sqft., 1.11 acre,  $1,770,000-Open House on Sat., 4/22/2023 (11:00 am-2:00 pm).

Gathered, written, and posted by Windermere Sun-Susan Sun Nunamaker   More about the community at www.WindermereSun.com

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