Windermere, Florida

History of Windermere

The Timucua Indians called Windermere home until the 1500s, when the Spanish started settling in the area. For centuries after, Spanish settlers made up most of the residents in the Windermere area, until the United States purchased the eastern half of the state in 1821. After Florida officially became a state in 1845, the United States government offered a land incentive for settlers to move to the area: Anyone willing to build a home and cultivate at least five acres would be given 160 acres of land. Due to this, more settlers made their way to Windermere, and with settlers came railroads, steamboats, and tourism. The town was officially founded in 1887 and then incorporated as a town in 1925. Since then, the town has grown to have more than 3,000 residents and has retained its history by keeping many of its homes and roads preserved.

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Location

Windermere is part of the Orlando metropolitan area in central Florida. It's a town that's part of the southwest corner of the Orlando area, surrounded by Ocoee to the north and Walt Disney World to its south, Dr. Phillips to the east, and Winter Garden to the northwest.

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Windermere Weather

The temperature in Windermere is comparable to most other central Florida locations. It has hot and humid summers and warm and dry winters. The weather is usually temperate throughout the winter, with temperatures in the mid-40s and 50s, and in the summer, you can typically expect the temperature to be as high as the mid-80s to low 90s.

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Things to Do in Windermere

Windermere, Florida, is in the greater Orlando area, which means there are plenty of activities to keep you busy here. The most obvious choices are Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, both large theme parks filled with all of your favorite characters, delicious treats, and plenty of thrills. Windermere is very close to Walt Disney World, so it's a quick trip from your hotel to your destination. If you're looking to unwind after those jam-packed days of exploring, Windermere has plenty to offer within its borders, too, like picking your own blueberries at the Beck Brothers blueberry farm or getting on a boat and taking a tour of the Florida lakes that are all around Windermere. The area is also home to the Arnold Palmer Bay Hill Club and Lounge, which has a golf course and academy, tennis courts, and a spa and fitness center to give you a great American golfing experience. It also offers plenty of accommodations if you aren't ready to leave after spending the day golfing with your friends.

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• Florida Lake Tours
• Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge

Where to Eat

Since it's right near the city of Orlando, there are plenty of places to get food in Windermere depending on your preference. When you're just getting started on your day, you can check out the Dixie Cream Cafe for breakfast. Later in the day, some of the best restaurants in Windermere include Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ for delicious barbecue food, Yellow Dog Eats for quick bites and American food, or Turkish food from Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine. At the end of the day, check out a bar in Windermere like Feather & Quill or the Vineyard Wine Bar and Healthy Bistro to have a drink and unwind.

• Feather & Quill
• Dixie Cream Cafe
• Island Fin Poke
• Agave Azul Cocina Mexicana

Where to Stay

Since it's in the greater Orlando area, there are plenty of hotels in Windermere and its surroundings. From boutique and luxury lodgings to familiar chains, hotels near Windermere have no shortage of places to stay at every budget level.

• Grande Villas Resort
• Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
• Cypress Pointe Resort

Dental Care Services in Windermere

Whether you've just moved to town and need routine care or have a dental emergency while you're passing through Windermere, a pediatric dentist at our office can help. Our experienced dentists and hygienists have detailed knowledge not only about how to keep teeth healthy but how to make kids feel safe and comfortable in our office. We can handle everything your kid needs, and no job is too big or too small. If your child needs a teeth cleaning or braces, we can handle it. Our team also covers emergency dental services, so if you need a dentist in Windermere as soon as possible, we can help! Call our office at (402) 278-7908 or book an appointment online today.