Villas in Clermont
Clermont suits families and groups wanting a large private-pool home in Lake County, about 22 miles west of Orlando. Most homes here sleep eight or more, and the Clermont area has rolling hills that are rare in Florida. These homes sit well outside the city centre, so every errand and outing means a drive.
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About Clermont
Clermont is the most populous city in Lake County, founded in 1884 and named after the French birthplace of A.F. Wrotnowski. It sits on the northern part of the Lake Wales Ridge, which gives it rolling hills unusual on the Florida peninsula, with the Clermont chain of lakes close by. Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola has a swimming area, fishing piers and a playground, and the 1956 Florida Citrus Tower now houses a museum on the region's citrus groves. The city has been noted for its training facilities for Olympic and college athletes. These homes are some way outside the centre; most sleep eight or more, usually across four bedrooms.
Is Clermont right for you?
- Best for
- Big families wanting a pool home within reach of Orlando
- Not for you if
- You want to walk to shops or restaurants, because these homes are outside the city and everything needs a car.
Near Clermont
Lake Louisa State Park
A state park ten miles south of Clermont, in the north-east corner of the Green Swamp.
Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards
A winery on US-27 offering free tours and wine tasting, a change from theme-park days.
Florida Citrus Tower
A 1956 landmark on US-27 in Clermont, now a museum on the history of the region's citrus groves.
Getting to Clermont
Fly to Orlando International. The drive to Clermont takes around 40 minutes; from downtown Orlando the route is FL-408 west, then Florida's Turnpike and FL-50. Buses run but take more than four hours with changes, so hire a car.
Villas in Clermont
Clermont villa holidays: questions answered
Is Clermont, Florida hilly?
Yes, by Florida standards. The city sits on the northern part of the Lake Wales Ridge, which gives it rolling hills unusual on the Florida peninsula, and the Clermont chain of lakes is close by.
Can you swim in the lakes at Clermont?
At Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola you can: the park has a swimming area alongside picnic spots, fishing piers and a playground. Elsewhere, stick to marked swimming areas.
How far is Clermont from Orlando airport?
Around 40 minutes by car, about 35 miles. Public transport is impractical at more than four hours with several bus changes, so plan on a hire car from the airport.
Are Clermont pool homes good for large families?
Generally. Most homes here sleep eight or more, typically across four bedrooms, and private pools are the norm. Check each listing for pool heating and fencing if you have small children.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed November 2026.
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