Lake Mary, FL, is approximately 19 miles from Orlando, Florida. It is one of the more affluent and safer areas in the Orlando metro area. Lake Mary started as a village and included two small settlements called Belle Fontaine and Bent’s Station. These settlements were along the railroad that ran between Orlando and Sanford. The cities focused on promoting a sense of community where people can live, work and play in a safe and friendly environment. This makes Lake Mary one of the fastest-growing areas in Central Florida.

The city continues to be a choice location for high-tech businesses, many of which spend considerable time and money searching for the right place. Among other things, Lake Mary is known for its well-planned residential communities, excellent schools, prominent businesses, outstanding restaurants, and various shopping opportunities.

The city also offers several recreational activities. These include baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, golf, basketball, and skateboarding. You can also enjoy fishing in the St. Johns River. In addition, there are ample restaurants, nightclubs, theater, and symphonic music in the Lake Mary region. The Parks and Recreation facilities are not only beautifully maintained, but offer something for everyone. The bottom line is that Lake Mary has all the conveniences of Orlando without the traffic!

The City of Longwood is located in Central Florida’s Seminole County, just north of Orlando. Longwood is conveniently located on Interstate 4 and State Road 434. Great schools, the ease of commuting to Orlando, the selection of real estate, and the rich history have made this award-winning City the choice of business and residents, alike. The Longwood Historic District contains 37 historic buildings, including the Bradlee-McIntyre House and the Longwood Hotel.

In 2014 the City received recognition from WJXT Channel 4, an independent television station in Jacksonville, as 1 of the 4 safest places to raise a family in Florida. Most recently, Neighborhood Scout ranked Longwood as the second-best city in the state of Florida for families with children.

The City is also the site of 1 of the 13 stations along the 61-mile Sun Rail commuter rail line which provides regional transit from DeBary to Sand Lake Road in Orlando. In addition to its location at the intersection of 2 major roads, the Sun Rail station is located within the City’s Heritage Village TOD District and is in walking distance of the City’s nationally recognized Historic District, which includes the City Hall complex, Reiter Park, and the Health Core where South Seminole Hospital is located.