🌴 Villa Ophelia – Playful Patio Escape at Lake Denham! 🌞
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Spacious Lanai | Dog Friendly (with Approval)
Welcome to Villa Ophelia, a fun and vibrant patio villa located in the beautiful and growing community of The Villages® at Lake Denham! This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is full of charm, sunshine, and Florida flair – the perfect getaway for active adults 55+ looking for comfort, recreation, and relaxation.
Step into a bright and airy space with a king bed in the master suite, a cozy queen bed in the guest bedroom, and plenty of room to unwind. The star of the home is the oversized, furnished lanai, designed for Florida living! Enjoy a cocktail while playing a game of darts, or relax with a book in the sunshine – it’s an ideal place to gather, laugh, and make memories.
🎲 Indoors, you'll find a fully stocked game collection including board games, puzzles, and cards, along with a TV in both the living room and master bedroom for entertainment. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who love to cook, complete with all the tools you need to whip up your favorite meals. Whether you're staying for a weekend or a season, Villa Ophelia has everything you need for a fantastic stay.
✨ Home Features
2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
King bed in master with ensuite bathroom
Queen bed in guest room with nearby full bath
TVs in both master and living room
Fully equipped kitchen – perfect for cooking enthusiasts
Oversized furnished lanai for outdoor living
Outdoor dartboard – great for game time and happy hour!
Games, puzzles, and cards for indoor fun
1.5-car garage (room for a vehicle and golf cart)
Dog friendly upon approval (Limit: 2 dogs, under 30 lbs each; pet fee applies)
🌟 Why You'll Love Lake Denham and Nearby Attractions
Lake Denham is one of the newest and most conveniently located villages in The Villages®, offering easy access to recreation, entertainment, and adventure:
Franklin Recreation Center – Features a resort-style family pool, pickleball courts, billiards, meeting rooms, and more.
Mickeylee Pitch & Putt – A fun, casual 18-hole golf course ideal for short game lovers and beginners alike.
Homestead Recreation Center – One of the newest facilities, offering tennis, pickleball, bocce, a large pool, and plenty of indoor activity spaces.
Astronomy Park – A unique destination for stargazing and space lovers, complete with telescopes, educational signage, and nighttime viewing events.
Lake Denham Dog Park – Spacious, shaded areas for your pups to run and socialize.
Ezell Regional Recreation Center – Indoor and outdoor sports courts, pool, clubs, arts & crafts, and fitness rooms.
Sawgrass Grove – A vibrant destination for live nightly music, food trucks, dining, shopping, and socializing.
Eastport Town Center (coming soon!) – Will be the future heart of the southern Villages with shopping, dining, entertainment, and more – and Lake Denham is perfectly positioned just minutes away!
🚗 Prime Location
Only 5 minutes to Florida’s Turnpike – Ideal for day trips and travel
Just 55 minutes to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Disney World, Universal Studios, and Orlando Outlets – All within an hour
Explore Florida’s natural springs, like Silver Springs and Juniper Springs
Take a day trip to the charming towns of Mount Dora, Tavares, and Leesburg
✅ The Villages Lifestyle – For 55+ Adults Only
This is a 55+ community, and renters may purchase a Villages Temporary Resident ID for $50 (paid directly to The Villages). This pass includes:
Access to 40+ executive golf courses (free with walking; riding fee applies)
Discounted access to championship courses
Use of recreation centers, pools, and fitness facilities
Access to clubs, activities, and hobby groups
Nightly live music at all town squares (Sawgrass, Brownwood, and Lake Sumter Landing)
Guest passes available for family or friends!
🐶 Pet Policy
Dogs welcome upon approval
Limit: 2 dogs, each under 30 lbs
Non-refundable pet fee applies
Sorry, no cats due to allergy restrictions
Villa Ophelia is more than just a rental — it's your cheerful home base for fun, relaxation, and experiencing everything The Villages® lifestyle has to offer. Whether you're sipping wine in the lanai, hitting a round of pitch and putt, or dancing the night away at Sawgrass Grove, you're right where you belong.
No Smoking or Vaping on Premises ($200 to $500 penalty charged if house rule is ignored)
Cats not allowed ($500 to $1,000 penalty charged if house rule is ignored)
Dogs Friendly (less than 30pds), non-shedding, limit to one at a time. If there is excessive amount of hair, an additional fee of $200 will be taken from the Security Deposit to cover for a deep cleaning.
