Found 5 blog entries tagged as Butler Chain of Lakes.

Most real estate agents do not know this, but the Local Pro's have the inside scoop for buyers wondering, 'how do I find a home providing nearby lake access, without the higher lakefront real estate prices?'. Don't worry, The Funk Collection has you covered.

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Team Leader The Funk Collection Brokered by eXP Realty

How savvy buyers find homes with lake access withOUT paying premium lakefront pricing.

The Butler Chain of Lakes is the crown jewel of Windermere living. Residents know it. Longtime locals protect it. Newcomers want it. And yet one of the biggest misconceptions in Central Florida real estate is that you must pay multi-million-dollar lakefront prices to enjoy the Butler Chain lifestyle. That is not true.

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1. You Thrive On Bright Lights and Late Nights. 

Windermere, Florida, may not be known for its nightlife scene, unless you count the nightly Magic Kingdom fireworks (and honestly, we do). What it IS known for is its laid-back small-lake-town vibe. It is ideal for those seeking a bit of an escape from city life, while still being about 30 minutes from the heart of it all in downtown Orlando or a short drive from date nights on Restaurant Row in Dr. Phillips.

2. You're Not A "Lake Person".

Boat and Dock on Lake Butler Sound Between The Butler Chain of Lakes (made up of 13 interconnected lakes) and dozens more throughout the greater Windermere area, there's no shortage of on-the-water fun. So if spending weekends fishing, wakeboarding, or cruising on a pontoon boat doesn't sound like…

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Boat Ramp at R.D. Keene ParkR.D. Keene Park & Boat Ramp is adjacent to the Windermere, FL community of Keene's Pointe. Set along the Butler Chain of Lakes, the spacious 52 acre park includes a covered children's playground, soccer fields (for league play and public use), and a picnic area.  

The park's most popular amenity is the public boat ramp on Lake Isleworth. The boat ramp facility at R.D. Keene Park has limited availability and parking spaces for vehicles with trailers. The park can accommodate up to 49 vehicles with trailers per day, and this ramp is one of only two public access points providing access to the exclusive Butler Chain of Lakes. 

R.D. Keene Park and Boat Ramp: 
10900 Chase Road
Windermere, Florida 34786
Phone Number: 407-836-6200

R.D. Keene Park and Boat…

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Windermere Festival Among the LakesJoin in on the community celebration! Being held in Windermere, on April 14-15, 2012 at the Pines at Windermere - Camp Down Park.

Festival events include: a carnival, wake board competition, boat show, craft market, student art competition, amazing food & drinks, jazz concert, and much more!

Charitable beneficiaries to include: Health Central School Nurse Program, Edgewood Children's Ranch, and the Habitat for Humanity (Home at Last Project).

Festival Times: Saturday 10am - 9pm / Sunday 10am - 6pm ~ Festival

Location: 3409 Maguire Road Windermere, FL 34786

For more information, please email: chairman@festivalamongthelakes.org

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Windermere and Dr. Phillips residents are surrounded by one of Florida's most spectacular inland lake systems. Providing the most breathtaking Orlando lake front real estate, the Butler Chain of Lakes are perfect for boating, fishing, picnicking, or just enjoying a relaxing evening sunset. Together, the chain of lakes make-up over 5000 acres of land. 

The Butler Chain of LakesButler Chain of Lakes Stats

  • Lake Butler: Surface Area: 1700 acres • Mean Depth: 14.1 feet
  • Lake Blanche: Surface Area: 122 acres • Mean Depth: 26.9 feet
  • Lake Chase: Surface Area: 142 acres • Mean Depth: 20.7 feet
  • Lake Down: Surface Area: 911 acres • Mean Depth: 19.7 feet
  • Lake Isleworth: Surface Area: 56 acres • Mean Depth: 16.7 feet
  • Lake Louise: Surface Area: 151 acres • Mean Depth:…

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