Bella Vista Area Guide

Longwood and Central Florida Real Estate Area Guide

It just so happens that Longwood is in the heart of the State of Florida and just a short drive away from what is very likely one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, the Orlando Metro Area.  This area includes such world class theme park destinations as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Wet N' Wild and many many more.  Though it does not stop there.  The attractive beaches of the Atlantic Coast are under an hour away.  There are at least 10 golf courses within 15 miles of the City.  Natural lands and trails abound offering hiking, biking, camping, fishing and many other outdoor activities.  This is just a taste of what the City of Longwood has to do for visitors and residents alike.

Schools | Colleges | Shopping | Central Florida Malls | Night Life | Restaurants | Parks and Beaches | Recreation | Post Office | Hospitals | Transportation | Worship

Schools in Longwood, FL:

The city of Longwood's public schools are a part of Seminole County Public Schools. Longwood contains 4 public elementary schools (K-5), 2 public middle schools (6-8), and 1 public high school (9-12). Two additional high schools are located outside of Longwood, but draw some students from within the city limits.

Elementary schools (public)

• Longwood Elementary
• Sabal Point Elementary
• Wekiva Elementary
• Woodlands Elementary

Middle schools (public)

• Milwee Middle
• Rock Lake Middle
• Teague Middle

High schools (public)

• Lyman High School
• Lake Mary High School
• Lake Brantley High School

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Central Florida Colleges:

The Homes at Bella Vista in Longwood, FL  are located within a short commute to these institutions of higher learning.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Orlando Metro Campus | (407) 352-7575
240 East Central Parkway Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

University of Central Florida | (407) 299-5000 
3300 University Boulevard, Aloma, FL‎

Valencia Downtown Campus | (407) 582-3150‎
190 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL‎

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Daily Shopping in Longwood, FL:

Bella Vista in Longwood, FL is close to plenty of shopping and helpful businesses.

Publix | 540 South Hunt Club Boulevard, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 862-5255‎

Walgreens Pharmacy | 534 South Hunt Club Boulevard, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 869-5220

Bank of America | 555 South Hunt Club Boulevard, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 862-6700

Hunt Club Cleaners | 454 South Hunt Club Boulevard, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 774-2898

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Longwood, FL Area Shopping Malls:

Altamonte Mall | 451 East Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Spgs, FL
(407) 830-4400 (Sears, JC Penny, Macy’s, Dillard’s, Movie Theatre)

Orlando Fashion Square | 3201 East Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 896-1131 (Sears, JC Penny, Macy’s, Dillard’s, Premiere Movie Theatre)

Mall at Millenia - 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839
(407) 363-3555 (Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Neiman-Marcus)

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Central Florida Night Life:

Downtown Orlando – This area of Orlando features a variety of evening activities.

Universal Orlando – One of Central Florida’s premier nighttime destinations. Dine in style, see a concert or have a great time in the park.

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Restaurants in Longwood, FL:

Dining out is easy when you live at Longwood, FL, any culinary taste is close by.

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Longwood, FL Parks:

Wekiva Hill Park | Wekiva Hill Park, Wekiva Springs, Florida 32779‎

Wekiva State Park | 1800 Wekiwa Circle, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 880-2144

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Central Florida Recreation:

Theme Parks - Orlando offers many world renowned theme parks including Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Orlando. You won’t have to look hard to find something new to do in Orlando Florida.

Seminole County Library | 245 N Hunt Club Blvd, Longwood, FL‎ - (407) 665-1670‎

Golf in Orlando – Central Florida has many golf courses to visit including several very close to Bella Vista.

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Central Florida Post Office:

The United States Postal Service has a branch office at 321 Montgomery Road, Altamonte Spgs, FL‎ - Call (800) ASK-USPS or visit www.usps.com for additional nearby locations.

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Hospitals in Central Florida:

South Seminole Hospital | 555 W. State Road 434, Longwood, FL 32750 (407) 767-1200‎

Florida Hospital Apopka | 201 North Park Avenue, Apopka, FL 32703 (407) 889-1000

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Transportation in Orlando Florida:

Bella Vista's incredible Central Florida location makes commuting and traveling a snap.

Lynx – Catch the bus right nearby, and you can be anywhere!

Florida’s Turnpike – The Sunshine State Parkway puts the entire state, from the Keys to Wildwood any beyond within an easy drive.

I-4 – Easily accessible to Bella Vista, I-4 provides access to the beaches on the east coast of Florida and Tampa and St. Petersburg on the west coast.

Orlando International Airport – The Orlando International Airport is your gateway to the world! One Airport Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827 - (407) 825-2001

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Houses of Worship in Central FL:

Several denominations are listed below with many others in the area:

Seventh-Day Adventist Church
515 Harley Lester Ln, Apopka, FL‎ - (407) 869-0680‎

Central Church of Christ
875 Oak Drive, Altamonte Spgs, FL‎ - (407) 869-1419‎

First Baptist of Forest City
721 West Lake Brantley Road, Altamonte Spgs, FL (407) 869-1278

Calvary Chapel
4025 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

Annunciation Catholic Church
1020 Montgomery Road, Altamonte Spgs, FL - (407) 869-9472‎

Shri Shiv Dham Hindu Temple
460 Oberry Hoover Road, Orlando, FL‎ - (407) 380-2661‎

Bahia Shrine Temple
2300 Pembrook Drive, Orlando, FL‎ - (407) 660-8811

If you would like to know more about Orlando and Central Florida visit the sales center at Bella Vista

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