About Estates at Lake Clarice Neighborhood
Estates at Lake Clarice is a small luxury subdivision in Windermere, situated on the shores of Lake Clarice in Orange County's prestigious 34786 ZIP code. The community features custom-built estate homes on expansive lots, with most properties offering generous setbacks, mature landscaping, and architectural variety rather than the production-builder uniformity of newer master-planned communities further south.
The neighborhood's appeal is rooted in its rare combination of lakefront access, large lots, and lack of CDD fees — a meaningful financial difference compared with newer communities in Horizon West that carry annual CDD assessments. Homes here typically feature private pools, summer kitchens, three-car garages, and outdoor living spaces designed to take advantage of Florida's lake-oriented lifestyle.
Architectural styles vary across the community, ranging from Mediterranean-influenced custom homes to more contemporary transitional designs. The non-gated character keeps HOA dues modest while preserving the privacy that comes from oversized lots and an internal road network with limited through-traffic.
📊 Quick Facts
🏡 Home Features
- Custom architecture with significant variation between homes
- Three- and four-car garages on most properties
- Private pools and screened lanais standard on most homes
- Summer kitchens and outdoor living areas
- Gourmet interior kitchens with premium appliance packages
- Mature landscaping with oak canopy and lake views
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Estates at Lake Clarice Location & Connections
Estates at Lake Clarice sits in the central Windermere area, positioned between downtown Windermere and the southern luxury corridor along Winter Garden Vineland Road (CR 535). The location offers quick access to SR 429 for trips north toward Winter Garden and Apopka, and to I-4 via Conroy-Windermere Road for downtown Orlando connections.
The neighborhood is roughly 8 miles from Walt Disney World's eastern boundary and within a short drive of The Grove at Isleworth for upscale shopping and dining. Downtown Windermere's historic Town Square — with its Friday farmers market and Main Street boutiques — is approximately 2 miles north.
🏘️ Adjacent Neighborhoods & Areas
- North: Individual Windermere homes (non-subdivision residential)
- South: Bellaria
- East: Individual Windermere homes (non-subdivision residential)
- West: Lake Clarice Plantation (separate community — not currently published on this site)
- Nearby: Casabella and Tildens Grove in the broader Lake Butler Boulevard corridor
Note: "Lake Clarice Plantation" is the adjacent western community per the prior page. It is not currently a published neighborhood page — left as plain text. Replace with a hub-confirmed adjacent if a published neighbor is preferred.
🚗 Detailed Commute Times
- Downtown Orlando: approximately 25 minutes (15 miles)
- UCF Campus: approximately 35 minutes (24 miles)
- Walt Disney World: approximately 15 minutes (8 miles)
- Universal Orlando: approximately 20 minutes (10 miles)
- SeaWorld Orlando: approximately 18 minutes (9 miles)
- Cocoa Beach: approximately 70 minutes (60 miles)
- Lake Nona Medical City: approximately 35 minutes (22 miles)
- Winter Garden / Winter Garden Village: approximately 15 minutes (8 miles)
✈️ Airport Access
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): approximately 30 minutes (18 miles)
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB): approximately 50 minutes (35 miles)
- Orlando Executive Airport: approximately 30 minutes (17 miles)
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Estates at Lake Clarice Amenities & Lifestyle
Estates at Lake Clarice residents enjoy the lifestyle Windermere is known for: lakefront living, oak-canopied streets, and a town character defined by Friday farmers markets, brick-paved historic streets, and proximity to two of Central Florida's most prestigious private clubs. The community's small size means neighbors know each other, and the lack of through-traffic keeps the streets quiet for walking and bike riding.
Daily errands, dining, and recreation are handled by a constellation of nearby destinations: downtown Windermere for boutiques and the farmers market, The Grove at Isleworth for upscale shopping, Cornerstone at Summerport for groceries and casual dining, and the Butler Chain of Lakes for boat days, fishing, and watersports.
🏊 Neighborhood Amenities
Amenities found within Estates at Lake Clarice:
- Direct access to Lake Clarice for residents with lake-frontage lots
- Mature oak canopy and tree-lined internal streets
- Sidewalks throughout for walking and biking
- Non-gated, low-traffic residential character
Note: Estates at Lake Clarice is a small enclave without a community pool, clubhouse, or shared recreational facilities — the value proposition is privacy and lot size, not resort amenities.
🛍️ Shopping & Services
Residents have quick access to The Grove at Isleworth for upscale boutiques and services, Cornerstone at Summerport for everyday shopping along CR 535, and Winter Garden Village — an 80-store outdoor center — minutes north. The Mall at Millenia is roughly 15 minutes east for luxury department stores.
For comprehensive shopping information: Discover even more shopping options with our comprehensive Windermere shopping guide.
🍽️ Restaurants
Dining options include downtown Windermere's Main Street cafes and bistros, casual and family dining at The Grove at Isleworth and Lakeside Village, and the Sand Lake Road "Restaurant Row" dining district approximately 15 minutes east for upscale options.
For comprehensive restaurant information: Explore dining options in our complete Windermere restaurants and dining guide.
🎭 Arts & Culture
Cultural attractions nearby include the historic 1890 Windermere Schoolhouse, the annual Windermere Fine Art Show at Town Square, and the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Orlando — Windermere's closest major performing arts venue.
For comprehensive arts & culture information: Explore more area arts & culture options in our comprehensive Windermere arts and culture guide.
🏃 Health & Wellness
Orlando Health Medical Pavilion Summerport on CR 535 provides multispecialty outpatient care, while Orlando Health Horizon West Hospital is the closest full-service hospital. Dr. P. Phillips Hospital sits on the larger Dr. Phillips medical campus to the east.
For comprehensive health & wellness information: For a complete directory of healthcare providers, visit our comprehensive Windermere health and wellness guide.
🌳 Parks & Recreation
The Butler Chain of Lakes — 11 interconnected lakes — anchors the area's outdoor recreation. R.D. Keene Park offers 52 acres with a public boat ramp, while Fernwood Park provides Lake Butler access. Tibet-Butler Preserve on CR 535 has 3.6 miles of nature trails.
For comprehensive parks & recreation information: Discover more parks, trails, and outdoor recreation in our detailed Windermere parks and recreation guide.
⚽ Sports & Athletics
Windermere is home to two of Central Florida's most prestigious private golf clubs: Isleworth Golf & Country Club (Arnold Palmer–designed) and The Golden Bear Club at Keene's Pointe (Jack Nicklaus signature). Bay Hill Club & Lodge — host of the Arnold Palmer Invitational — sits a short drive east. Butler Chain watersports are a defining residential lifestyle.
For comprehensive sports & athletics information: Find complete information on golf, fitness, and recreation in our detailed Windermere sports and athletics guide.
🎉 Fun Things to Do
Local highlights include the Windermere Farmers Market Friday mornings on Main Street, Food Truck Night at Town Square, and seasonal events like the Halloween Costume Parade and Light Up Windermere. Boat days on the Butler Chain — including the famous Bird Island and sandbars — are a defining weekend ritual.
For comprehensive events & activities information: Find even more things to do in our complete Windermere entertainment guide.
🎓 Schools
Estates at Lake Clarice is served by Orange County Public Schools:
- Elementary: Likely Thornebrooke Elementary or Windermere Elementary (location-dependent within central Windermere)
- Middle: Gotha Middle School (typical for northern/central Windermere zoning)
- High: Olympia High School
Note: School zones vary by exact address even within a small subdivision. Always verify current zoning with Orange County Public Schools before relying on assignments. The Windermere Preparatory School (IB Diploma) is a popular private option in the area.
For comprehensive school information: For detailed school ratings and educational resources, visit our comprehensive Windermere schools and education guide.
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How Estates at Lake Clarice Compares
Estates at Lake Clarice's value proposition rests on a combination that's increasingly rare in Central Florida luxury inventory: oversized lots on a natural lake, custom architecture rather than production builders, and no CDD assessment. Buyers comparing this neighborhood typically also evaluate gated luxury communities to the south and newer Horizon West construction.
| Feature | Estates at Lake Clarice | Newer Horizon West Luxury | Older Windermere Estates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Lot Size | 0.5–1+ acre | 0.15–0.30 acre | 0.5–1+ acre |
| Home Age | Mid-2000s–present | 2018–present | 1980s–1990s |
| Construction Type | Custom builds | Production luxury | Custom (older) |
| CDD Fee | No | Often yes | No |
| Gated | No | Often yes | Mixed |
| Lake Frontage | Lake Clarice access | Varies (often retention ponds) | Varies (Butler Chain in some) |
💡 Value Proposition: Buyers seeking custom-built luxury on oversized natural lakefront lots — without paying CDD assessments or accepting smaller production-builder lots — find Estates at Lake Clarice fills a narrow but meaningful niche in the Windermere market.
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Estates at Lake Clarice HOA & CDD Information
Estates at Lake Clarice is governed by a homeowners association that maintains the community's common areas, internal road network, and architectural standards. The community has no Community Development District (CDD) assessment — a meaningful financial advantage compared with many newer Horizon West luxury communities that carry CDD bonds payable for 20–30 years.
Because this is a non-gated community without a private clubhouse or pool, HOA dues here are typically lower than gated luxury communities like Isleworth or Keene's Pointe, while still funding common area maintenance and architectural review.
💰 HOA Fees & Management Contact
HOA fees and management company information often change. Please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with the current HOA fee, payment schedule, and direct contact information for the HOA management company. We can also check for you to see if there are any current or upcoming special assessments.
📋 What HOA Fees Cover
- Common area landscaping and maintenance
- Internal road maintenance
- Architectural review and standards enforcement
- Lake-side common area upkeep
- Reserve fund contributions
- Insurance for common areas
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