| the sophisticated rooms feature screened balconies, posh toiletries, cable tv and free wi-fi. on 1,100 acres of grounds, this upscale, spanish colonial-style resort and golf club is a mile from the historic howey house and 10 miles from sugarloaf mountain. a resort fee applies. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 1:00 pm. there are 4 restaurants and 2 bar/lounges, 1 of which is poolside. suites (ranging from 1- to 3-bedroom) can add sitting areas and wet bars, while villas have private entrances and full kitchens. other amenities include 2 18-hole golf courses and 8 tennis courts (lessons available), plus a spa, a pool, a fitness center, a shooting range and 2 playgrounds
Orlando Executive Airport 50 min
Lake County Museum of Art (12 min)
Local art museum & community center offering a range of works & exhibits, plus educational classes. Trimble Park (21 min)
Lakeside park with picnic & camping areas, plus a playground, trails & docks in scenic surrounds. Sugarloaf Mountain (15 min)
312-ft. ridge, Florida's highest point, overlooking a lake crossed by a scenic byway. Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead (16 min) Lake Apopka (24 min)
Sanctuary for migratory birds, otters & alligators, with a loop trail popular for hiking & cycling. Florida Citrus Tower (24 min)
Old-school tower, built in 1956, offering 360-degree views from its 226 ft.-high observation deck. Lake Minneola (24 min) The Howey Mansion (4 min)
History and architecture Presidents Hall of Fame (24 min)
This museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica. Lake Griffin State Park (25 min)
This 620-acre park has canoe/kayak rentals, hiking trails, 40 campsites & a mammoth live oak tree. Lake Harris (4 min)
Large lake popular for bass & bluegill fishing, with waterfront homes & public boat launches. Stanley Pond Adventure Farm (17 min)
Family farm activities offered selected days at an amusement center with a year-round catfish pond. Pear Park (11 min) Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards (15 min)
Expansive vineyard offering facility tours & wine tastings, plus regular music & food festivals. Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures (14 min) | 
