This premier subdivision located 10 miles from downtown Orlando on the Butler Chain of Lakes, near Bay Hill and the Dr. Phillips area, has grown to occupy its rightful place as one of the premier country club communities in the United States. The 800-acre neighborhood has seven miles of lake frontage, and the six surrounding freshwater lakes are protected by the state of Florida. A Mediterranean-style clubhouse and Arnold Palmer designed champion-ship golf course allow the residents to "live the good life." And the community offers its residents a safe and secure environment.Large-scale sculptures by some of the art world's most famous names have been appearing on the grounds of the Golf Course. In all, 26 works by such luminaries as Max Ernst, Henry Moore and Joan Miro adorn the grounds of the exclusive private club for the members' enjoyment This community has become famous, among other things, for being a distinctive neighborhood in which many professional athletes including Tiger Woods and other PGA players live. Shaquille O'neil, Wesley Snipes and Ken Griffey Jr, like to make their homes here along with Mark O'Meara, NBA All-Star/Orlando Magic team member Tracy McGrady and Planet Hollywood CEO Robert Earl. The principal residence for Medical Professionals, CEO's, and many of the world's entertainers, this community is considered "Hollywood East," and reveals stars from time to time.Amenities include excellent tennis facilities with a pool, a fitness center, massages and aerobics, boat ramp and storage and summer camps for children.Private schools available include: The Foundation Academy, Windermere Preparatory School and Lake Highland Preparatory School. Consistently stunning, all custom homes are designed by architects in accordance with the Design Review Board and range in price up to $24 million. From its manicured lawns and fairways and meticulously maintained boulevards, to extraordinary residences and pristine lakes, this premier subdivision is absolutely unique.Real Estate Homes and Townhouses - range from one to several million dollars.Real Estate Homesites - range from one-half acre to 14 acres, and prices run from $225,000 to more than $2 million. But the average estimated value of homes is $7,000,000.00+.The new Gardens villas capture the essence of simple, yet distinguished luxury artfully composed in the imagery of Old World Mediterranean elegance. This is a botanical oasis situated at the front of this community with unique villa homes in a blend of attached and stand-alone structures. This is a brilliant detailed combination of high-end functional design; flexible interior and outdoor living spaces; and grace, style and sophistication. Extensive use of private garden courtyards and windows create an atmosphere ideal for formal and informal lifestyles.