Cresswind at Victoria Gardens

About the community

About Cresswind at Victoria Gardens

About Cresswind at Victoria Gardens Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is a gated, active adult community 30 miles north of Orlando in the historic college town of DeLand, Florida. A small-town atmosphere combined with an ideal location, world-class amenities and an active lifestyle has drawn retirees from around the country. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is part of the Victoria Park master-planned community consisting of different neighborhoods. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is the only age-restricted enclave in the Victoria Park development. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens Amenities At the heart of Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is a 20,000 square-foot clubhouse, which features an exciting lineup of amenities. The health and fitness center include the latest high-end cardiovascular and weight-training equipment so residents can stay in shape. For leisurely activities, neighbors can come together and enjoy activities in the card room, as well as arts and crafts rooms. After a friendly game of billiards, perhaps a casual lunch or dinner at the Clubhouse Cafe would hit the spot. A library and computer lab allow residents to stay connected with family and friends. For social gatherings, the ballroom plays host to community events. When residents want a change from the indoors, they can enjoy four Har-Tru tennis courts, two bocce ball courts or two pickleball courts. They can also relax with a swim in the heated outdoor pool and hang out by the poolside cabana. Walking and biking trails lead through community parks, where residents can mingle and enjoy the beautiful native vegetation and gorgeous views. One of the factors that makes Cresswind at Victoria Gardens unique is that it contains over 400 acres of conservation areas. Residents can observe wildlife and the native Florida habitat from their doorsteps and back yards. Golfers can relish at the beautiful 18-hole, par 72 Victoria Hills Golf Club that winds through the adjacent Victoria Hills community. This Ron Garl designed course is meticulously woven into the natural flow of the area's rolling hills and towering oaks and Augusta pines. The course was named among Golf Worlds "Top 50 Public Courses in America." This serene, yet challenging course will test golfers of all skill levels. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens Homes & Real Estate Construction of Cresswind at Victoria Gardens started in 2001 by The St. Joe Company. It has since been developed by other builders over time, such as Arvida, Shea Homes, and most recently Kolter Homes, resulting in over 1,000 homes total. The community offers a variety of magnificent single-family homes. The Botanical and Floral collections built by Kolter Homes are available as new construction and resale, and models built by Shea Homes are available on a resale-only basis. These single-family homes range from 1,430 to 3,236 square feet and have two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and two- to three-car garages. Regardless of which model residents choose, their homes are built with eco-friendly materials and have energy-efficient systems while including features that enhance comfort. All homes showcase elegant architecture and many homesites are situated on tree-lined streets with reflection ponds and views of natural conservation areas. Cresswind at Victoria Gardens Lifestyle Residents in Cresswind at Victoria Gardens enjoy a casual, small-town way of life with a true sense of community spirit. A full-time activities director is on hand, and there is a long list of clubs residents can join. Some of these clubs include classical music, painting, travel club, trail and hiking, line dancing, table tennis, single's club, and wine club, just to name a few. Regardless of your passion, you are likely to find other like-minded neighbors in Cresswind at Victoria Gardens who share your hobbies and zest for living life to the fullest. DeLand, FL Area DeLand is home to Stetson University, the oldest private college in Florida that also offers