Florida has a rich and colorful history; Florida vernacular is an architectural style based on what the old time settlers knew - life is better in harmony with nature’s moods. A porch (perhaps even a wrap-around) to catch a soft breeze, a swing or a rocking chair for saying “Hi” to a neighbor or sipping iced tea, is a long-valued tradition.

Whether you are escaping an urban environment or anxious to enjoy a familiar and comfortable soft paced lifestyle, Central Florida welcomes you. Florida traditions are based on a broad base of cultural and historical influences - from the Spanish conquistadors to the Native Americans - with a little Southern gentility and sensibility thrown in for good measure. You will find Florida easy going, tropically languid, and passionate about preserving its history and culture.

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