What Are Key Differences Between Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth?
Blog Author: Jen Durben | The Funk Collection, Brokered by eXP Realty
The Windermere communities of Keene's Pointe and Isleworth are both guard-gated luxury golf communities that are built around the Butler Chain of Lakes. What differentiates these two communities? Keene's Pointe is larger, covering more than 1,000 acres with over 1,050 homes, while Isleworth is slightly smaller overall, spanning over 600 acres with just over 350 homes. Lots and home sizes in Isleworth tend to be larger than Keene's Pointe. Homes in Keene's Pointe have a slightly lower entry price point, with available homes currently starting at just under $1 million, while Isleworth homes currently start at just under $3 million.
What Do Isleworth And Keene's Pointe Have In Common?
Isleworth and Keene's Pointe share many similarities, including location, community features, and amenities. Let's explore the commonalities of each community:
Location
Both communities are located in Windermere, Florida, in the 34768 zip code, and are close in proximity. In fact, the southern tip of Isleworth and the northeast tip of Keene's Point are separated only by the canal between Lake Isleworth and Lake Tibet.
Gated Entrances
Both communities provide 24-hour manned gated entrances for residents and guests.
On-Site Golf Communities
Isleworth is home to the Isleworth Golf Club, an 18-hole Arnold Palmer championship course, which Steve Smyers enhanced in the early 2000s. Keene's Pointe features an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
Community Clubs
Keene's Pointe is home to The Golden Bear Club, which features membership-only access to the golf course, fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, four lighted tennis courts, and on-site dining at the Pointe 18 Bar & Grille. Membership types may have varying access to certain amenities. Isleworth's club features an 89,000-square-foot clubhouse. Members enjoy on-site amenities, including a spa, dining, a fitness center, a swimming pool, a splash pad, and lake access. A tennis center offers 6 clay tennis courts, plus additional courts, including a multi-sport court.
Lakefront Communities
Both communities border the Butler Chain of Lakes, and Isleworth is truly built around the waters with access to Lake Butler, Lake Bessie, Lake Louise, Lake Isleworth, Lake Chase, Lake Blanche, and Lake Tibet. Keene's Pointe is largely located off Lake Tibet with access points along Lake Isleworth and nearby Lake Burden, a private lake.
Which Has a Better Location, Keene's Pointe or Isleworth?
These communities are located near each other but have different entrance points, giving each a unique position for accessing different areas within Southwest Orlando, and beyond.
Isleworth Location
- Isleworth is closer to downtown Windermere, with the 1st access point on Conroy Windermere, just 1 mile from downtown Windermere and the nearby Dr. Phillips area, including Restaurant Row, and approximately 11 miles from downtown Orlando.
- 2nd entrance location off Chase Road, also approximately 1 mile southwest of downtown Windermere and approximately 1.5 miles from Keene's Pointe entrance on Chase Road.
Keene's Pointe Location
- The 1st entrance located on Chase Road is approximately 3 miles from downtown Windermere and 1.5 miles to SR-535 (Winter Garden Vineland Road), with easy access to shopping and dining at Lakeside Village Center & Westside Shoppes. This entrance is approximately 16 miles from Downtown Orlando.
- The 2nd entrance is located on SR-535 (Winter Garden Vineland Road), providing easy access to Walt Disney World within 3 miles or Disney Springs within about 6.5 miles.
How Big Are Keene's Pointe And Isleworth?
Both Windermere communities have a sprawling footprint covering many acres; however, Keene's Pointe is much larger, with nearly three times as many homes as Isleworth.
Keene's Pointe
- Covering Approximately 1,000 Acres
- Approximately 1,070 Homes
- 14 Distinct Neighborhoods
- Lot sizes are a smaller on average than in Isleworth, with the smallest being around a 1/4 acre, and the largest 9 acres.
Isleworth
- Covering about 600 acres
- Approximately 360 Homes
- While some lots start around a 1/4 acre, many range from 1/2 acre to an acre or more, with the largest being nearly 30 acres.
How Large Are the Homes in Isleworth and Keene's Pointe?
Keene's Pointe homes range widely in size from 3 bedrooms to 8 bedrooms. Square footage starts in the low 2,000s, and the largest home in the community is over 14,00 square feet. Some larger homes range from 5,000 to 10,000+ square feet.
Isleworth homes also vary in size, with the smallest having 3 bedrooms and the largest having 12. The largest home is nearly 31,000 square feet, and a number of homes are well over 10,000 square feet.
Both communities include substantial luxury home options, but Isleworth extends further into the large-estate category. Keene's Pointe offers a broader range, including more moderately sized luxury homes along with the larger homes.
Which Is Better for Boating: Keene's Pointe or Isleworth?
Boaters love each neighborhood for its easy access to Windermere's waterways. Both communities offer direct access to the Butler Chain of Lakes via lakefront homes with private docks or community boat ramps.
Keene's Pointe Lake Access
Keene's Pointe features a collection of lakefront homes along more than 4 miles of shoreline on Lake Tibet with a community-accessible boat ramp for residents. In addition, a second boat ramp along Tibet Butler Drive offers access to launch boats into Lake Burden. Additionally, several lakefront properties on Lake Burden have private docks. Other boardwalks with piers are also available: one on the north side of Lake Burden, one on the peninsula on the east shore of Lake Tibet off Tibet Pointe Circle, and one off Carillon Park Drive where the boat ramp is located.
Isleworth Lake Access
Isleworth has over 7 miles of shorelines along 7 of the Butler Chain Lakes. Near the Isleworth Tennis Center is a boat ramp available to homeowners to launch into Lake Tibet, with access to Lake Chase and Lake Isleworth as well. A community dock at the Country Club also provides access to the pool and clubhouse on the shores of Lake Louise, with canal access to Lake Butler and Lake Isleworth, and access to Lake Tibet.
Is Isleworth More Expensive Than Keene's Pointe?
As markets change, the price points of these two communities shift based on the style of homes for sale, size, features, and location. Looking at the last year of sold data, here's a breakdown for each community.
Keene's Pointe Price Point
Over the last year, just over 60 homes were sold in Keene's Pointe. The entry price point sold in Keene's Pointe was $900,000 for a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located on the golf course. The highest price point sold was $13.2 million for a lakefront 6-bedroom home with 9 full and 2 half baths. View current market statistics for Keene's Pointe to see current average prices, average days on market, and more.
Isleworth Price Point
Over the last 12 months, 18 homes sold in Isleworth, with the lowest price point at $2.5 Million for a 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home on the Isleworth golf course. The highest price point sold over the last year was $11.5 Million for a 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home also located along the golf course. View current market statistics for Isleworth to see today's look at average prices, average days on market, and more.
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Jeffrey Funk brings more than 25 years of real estate experience to conversations about Windermere and Southwest Orlando, along with firsthand knowledge that comes from living in Windermere himself with his wife and Co-Founder, Renee.
Jeff has worked with buyers and sellers throughout Southwest Orlando, including luxury properties in Windermere, Dr. Phillips, and Winter Garden. His experience goes beyond comparing square footage, price, or amenities. It helps put those details into context, from understanding how communities differ to asking the right questions before deciding which property and location make the most sense. The team has more than 25 years of experience serving Southwest Orlando.
For buyers comparing communities such as Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth, that local perspective can be especially valuable. The differences are often found in the details, and those details are easier to understand with someone who knows Windermere both professionally and personally.
Considering a move in Isleworth or Keene's Pointe? Connect to schedule a call with Jeff to start a conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keene's Pointe and Isleworth
Which is better, Keene’s Pointe or Isleworth?
Keene’s Pointe offers a larger community, a broader range of home sizes and price points, and the Golden Bear Club. Isleworth has fewer homesites, a higher entry price, larger estate homes at the upper end, and a greater emphasis on private club and concierge services. The better fit depends on location, home style, budget, golf, waterfront access, and the type of community experience being considered.
What are the biggest differences between Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth?
One of the biggest differences is scale. Keene’s Pointe includes 1,067 homesites across 14 neighborhoods, while Isleworth has approximately 360 homesites across roughly 600 acres. Isleworth has more direct access to multiple lakes within the Butler Chain. Keene’s Pointe has direct access to Lake Tibet, with canal access to other lakes in the Butler Chain, in addition to private Lake Burden.
Is Isleworth more expensive than Keene’s Pointe?
Over the last 12 months, Isleworth had the higher entry price, with sold homes starting at $2.5 million, compared with $900,000 in Keene’s Pointe. Keene’s Pointe recorded just over 60 sales ranging up to $13.2 million, while Isleworth recorded 18 sales ranging up to $11.5 million. Pricing varies considerably based on the home, location, and property features.
Are homes larger in Isleworth or Keene’s Pointe?
Both communities include substantial luxury homes, but Isleworth reaches a larger scale at the upper end. Keene’s Pointe homes range from approximately 2,000 to more than 10,000 square feet, while Isleworth homes range from approximately 2,700 to more than 24,000 square feet.
Which community has more homes, Keene’s Pointe or Isleworth?
Keene’s Pointe is the larger community by number of homesites, with 1,067 homesites across 14 neighborhoods. Isleworth has approximately 360 homesites.
Do both Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth have golf courses?
Yes. Keene’s Pointe is home to the Golden Bear Club and a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Isleworth Golf & Country Club features a championship course designed by Arnold Palmer. Golf is a significant part of the identity of both Windermere communities.
Which community has better amenities, Keene’s Pointe or Isleworth?
Keene’s Pointe emphasizes neighborhood recreation with amenities such as parks, a community pool, tennis, basketball, fitness facilities, and nature preserves. Isleworth places greater emphasis on its private club experience, including its large clubhouse, fitness facilities, spa services, and concierge and household services.
Do Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth both have waterfront homes?
Yes. Both communities offer waterfront properties and access to lakes associated with the Butler Chain of Lakes. Keene’s Pointe includes community lake access and two boat ramps. Isleworth also features homes with private docks, a community boat ramp, and more than seven miles of shoreline.
Which is closer to Walt Disney World, Keene’s Pointe or Isleworth?
Keene’s Pointe is positioned closer to Walt Disney World. Disney is approximately three miles from the community entrance at SR 535.
Which is closer to Dr. Phillips and Downtown Orlando?
Isleworth is positioned closer to Dr. Phillips and Downtown Orlando. Downtown Orlando is approximately 10.8 miles from Isleworth, compared with approximately 14.4 miles from Keene’s Pointe. Isleworth is also located near Conroy Windermere Road and the Dr. Phillips area.
What types of homes are found in Keene’s Pointe?
Keene’s Pointe includes a wide range of architectural influences, including Traditional, Classic, Mediterranean, Old World European, Early American, and Coastal Cottage styles. Its 14 neighborhoods contribute to the variety of homes found throughout the community.
What types of homes are found in Isleworth?
Isleworth features a variety of architectural styles, ranging from Mediterranean to Modern contemporary, including custom-built estate homes. Homes range from approximately 2,700 square feet to more than 24,000 square feet.
Can boats access the Butler Chain of Lakes from Keene’s Pointe and Isleworth?
Yes. Both communities offer boating opportunities connected to the Butler Chain of Lakes. Keene’s Pointe provides community lake access and boat ramp on Lake Tibet, and Isleworth also offers a neighborhood boat ramp.
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