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Why Build a Custom Home in Tavares?
Tavares offers something unique in Central Florida—waterfront access combined with small-town living. The city’s connection to Lake Dora, Lake Harris, and the Harris Chain of Lakes creates incredible opportunities for custom home design, especially for homeowners who value views, outdoor living, and a strong sense of place.
Many homesites in Tavares allow for covered lanais, custom pools, outdoor kitchens, and layouts designed to maximize lakefront views and Florida’s year-round climate. Building custom here means your home can be designed around the property instead of forcing the property to fit a standard floor plan.
Its location also offers quick access to shopping, dining, parks, and nearby cities while maintaining the relaxed pace Lake County is known for.
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What We Build
Every home we design starts with a conversation—not a catalog. Highland Homes specializes in fully custom residential construction, where every floor plan, feature, and finish is tailored to fit your lifestyle, your land, and your long-term goals.
From practical layouts to elevated luxury, we build homes that are made to last—and made to live in.
Our Areas of Specialty Include
Custom Homes
From ground-up builds to complex lots, we bring clarity, experience, and craftsmanship to every phase of your custom home project.
Custom Kitchens
Designed for cooking, entertaining, and gathering—every kitchen is customized for your flow, appliances, and aesthetic.
Luxury Bathrooms
We combine natural materials, smart layouts, and modern comforts to create spaces that restore and refresh.
Home Offices
Custom-designed spaces for productivity, privacy, and flexibility—built into the heart of your home.
Spacious Bedrooms
From serene master suites to cozy guest rooms, we design bedrooms that offer comfort, storage, and style tailored to your daily rhythms.
Living Spaces
Whether it’s a vaulted great room or a relaxed family den, we craft living areas that bring people together and create the true heart of your home.
Custom Pools
From plunge pools to full resort-style builds, our pools are tailored for beauty, function, and Florida living.
Home Offices
Custom-designed spaces for productivity, privacy, and flexibility—built into the heart of your home.
Energy Efficiency
We use modern techniques and materials to build smarter, reduce waste, and help homeowners save long-term.
Tavares Custom Homes—Designed Around You
Tavares is known as America’s Seaplane City, but for homeowners, it offers much more than waterfront charm. With beautiful lake views, established neighborhoods, and easy access to Mount Dora, Eustis, and the greater Orlando area, Tavares is one of the most desirable places in Lake County to build a custom home.
At Highland Homes, we design and build fully custom homes in Tavares that reflect the lifestyle, land, and long-term goals of the families who live here. As experienced custom home builders serving Central Florida since 1983, we bring a personalized, detail-driven approach to every project.
Local Roots. Regional Expertise.
Based in Clermont, we proudly serve homeowners across Lake, Orange, and surrounding counties. We know the terrain, the permitting processes, and the importance of a well-planned design in Florida’s climate. Our service areas include:
Clermont
As our home base, Clermont is where Highland Homes has been building custom residences since 1983. We design homes here that respond to the area’s rolling hills, lakes, and diverse neighborhoods—creating personalized spaces that reflect how Clermont families live today.
Minneola
Just north of Clermont, Minneola is booming with new development. Our homes here focus on maximizing lot space, energy efficiency, and family-friendly layouts.
Groveland
A growing community just west of Clermont, Groveland offers large lots, scenic lake views, and room to build. Highland Homes designs custom residences here that take full advantage of the open landscapes and peaceful surroundings.
Winter Garden
One of Central Florida’s most desirable areas, Winter Garden is a place for elevated living. We specialize in designing custom homes that stand out in both established and new communities.
Horizon West
Fast-growing and highly planned, Horizon West is perfect for families and professionals. Our custom home designs here prioritize flow, flexibility, and modern lifestyle integration.
Oakland
Just outside Winter Garden, Oakland is known for its charm and easy access to trails and lakes. Highland Homes builds custom homes here that blend tradition with modern convenience.
Montverde
Nestled among rolling hills and exclusive neighborhoods, Montverde is ideal for high-end custom builds. We design luxury homes here that combine natural beauty with refined craftsmanship.
Mount Dora
In one of Central Florida’s most artistic and architectural towns, our custom homes in Mount Dora are designed to reflect the charm and personality this community is known for.
Tavares
As Lake County’s waterfront capital, Tavares is perfect for custom homes with boat docks, views, and indoor-outdoor layouts. We help homeowners design for both everyday life and lakeside leisure.
Eustis
From historic neighborhoods to open new developments, Eustis offers variety—and so do we. Highland Homes designs custom homes here that honor tradition while adding modern comfort and functionality.
Astatula
This small town offers peace, space, and proximity to Clermont. Highland Homes creates custom designs in Astatula that are practical, beautiful, and uniquely yours.
Ferndale
A quiet, unincorporated community with a strong rural character, Ferndale is perfect for those seeking custom homes with land, privacy, and purpose-driven design.
Leesburg
Leesburg offers something many Central Florida cities cannot — waterfront living, established neighborhoods, and room to build without sacrificing convenience.
Okahumpka
This historic town offers wide open land and a slower pace of life. We design custom homes in Okahumpka that emphasize simplicity, serenity, and quality materials.
Greater Orlando
From downtown Orlando to its surrounding neighborhoods, we help clients design custom homes that reflect urban elegance, functionality, and long-term value.
Howey-in-the-Hills
At Highland Homes, we specialize in designing and building custom homes in Howey-in-the-Hills that reflect both the land and the lifestyle of the families who live here.
Start Your Custom Home in Tavares
If you’re considering building a custom home in Tavares, the first step is understanding what’s possible on your land. Whether you already own property or are still exploring your options, Highland Homes is here to help guide the process.
Built with Craftsmanship and Trust
Building in Tavares requires more than design expertise—it requires understanding local conditions, lakefront considerations, permitting, and long-term performance in Florida’s climate.
Our decades of experience throughout Lake County allow us to anticipate these challenges early and design accordingly. We use quality materials, thoughtful construction practices, and clear communication to ensure the process feels smooth from start to finish.
As a family-owned builder, we focus on quality over volume. We build fewer homes so we can build them better.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
LET US MAKE YOUR DREAM HOME A REALITY
Ready to turn your dream home into a reality? Contact us today to schedule a consulation and share your vision with our team. Whether you’re looking to build in Clermont, Groveland, Mascotte, Howey-in-the-Hills, Yalaha, Leesburg, Tavares, Eustis, Mount Dora, Astatula, Minneola, Montverde, Ferndale, Okahumpka, Oakland, Winter Garden, Horizon West, or the greater Orlando area, we’re here to help you bring your dream home to life.
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