2019-2020 Resource & Relocation Guide

County - Florida

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Welcome

Welcome

Newcomer Information

Help Hotlines

Health & Hospitals

Local Education

Entertainment & Fun

Nature

Sumter County Map

Bushnell City Map

Home Buyer Information

Buyers Mistakes

How Much Can You Afford?

Tips to Selling Your Home

Packing Tips

Moving Checklist

Homefinder Notepad

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to theNeighborhoodWelcome

Welcome

This Resource & Relocation Guide provides you with the essential information you may need in an easy to follow format so that your move or visit to the area goes smoothly. We provide telephone numbers and websites for the people and agencies that can assist with relocating your home or business. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, calling ahead before attending a listed event or business is recommended.

How to UseThis Guide

Online Resources: www.sumtercountyfl.gov | www.cityofbushnellfl.comwww.thevillages.com | www.discoversumterfl.com

Sumter County is located in the state of Florida with the county seat being the city of Bushnell. The largest community is The Villages, which have sustained a large increase in population, almost solely due to the expansion of The Villages retirement complex. Sumter County was created in 1853 and was named in honor of American Revolutionary War solider, General Thomas Sumter. Sumter County comprises the Metropolitan Statistical Area of The Villages, which is included in the Orlando-Deltona-Daytona Beach, FL Combined Statistical Area as well. There is plenty to see and do here in the Sumter County Area. Find some family fun activities, outdoor adventure or do some relaxing with friends. Come explore the outdoors, do some hiking or biking, go fishing, boating, golfing or attend an outdoor event. Come grab a bite to eat or do some shopping, enjoy a live theatre show or explore the historical landmarks around the area. No matter what kind of adventure you’re looking for, you’re sure to find something here in the beautiful Sumter County Area!

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Police Departments

Newcomer InfoNewcomer Info

Fire Departments

Newcomer Information

Bushnell Fire 324 E. Seminole Ave.Bushnell, FL(352) 793-2621

Coleman Fire 3290 County Rd. 521BWildwood, FL(352) 793-2621

Lake Panasoffkee Fire 1448 CR 459Lake Panasoffkee, FL(352) 793-4957

Royal Volunteer Fire 9641 County Rd. 235Wildwood, FL(352) 748-6787

Sumter County Fire 4147 E. County Rd. 466Oxford, FL(352) 748-3886

The Villages Fire3035 Morse Blvd.The Villages, FL(352) 205-8280

Wildwood Fire 227 Hall St.Wildwood, FL(352) 330-1342

Sumter County Sheriff1010 N. Main St.Bushnell, FL(352) 793-2621

Bushnell Police 1010 N. Main StBushnell, FL (352) 793-2621

Center Hill Police 94 Virginia Ave.Center Hill, FL(352) 793-4609

The Villages Public Safety3035 Morse Blvd.The Villages, FL(352) 205-8280

Wildwood Police100 Huey St.Wildwood, FL(352) 330-1355

Post Offices

US Post Office800 N. Main St.Bushnell, FL(800) 275-8777

US Post Office89 E. Kings Hwy.Center Hill, FL(800) 275-8777

US Post Office1109 Florida Ave.Coleman, FL (800) 275-8777

US Post Office3974 County Rd. 201Oxford, FL (800) 275-8777

US Post Office40 S.E. 1st St.Webster, FL(800) 275-8777

US Post Office316 Shopping Center Dr.Wildwood, FL(800) 275-8777

Area Utilities

Bushnell Utilities(352) 793-2591

Sumter County Public Works(352) 569-6700

Wildwood Utilities(352) 330-1330

Lake Sumter Electric(352) 793-8092

SECO Energy(352) 793-3801

AT&T(800) 331-0500

Sprint(888) 211-4727

Verizon (800) 922-0204

Sumter County Courthouse215 E. McCollum Ave.

Bushnell, FL(352) 569-6600

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HealthHealth

Having good health overall is a major key to a long and healthy life. Finding ways to take care of your health can aid in recovery and help you feel better daily. Get routine check-ups and visit your doctor when you're not feeling well. Sometimes, it is hard to tell whether not feeling well is due to a side-effect of medicine, a symptom of a health disorder or any other different health problem. Talk to your doctor or other health care specialist for any other questions or information.

Excellent health care…Close to home.

Area Health & Hospitals

Dial 911 for Emergencies

Sumter County Health Dept. 415 E. Noble Ave.Bushnell, FL(352) 569-3102

Sumter County Health Dept.8015 County Rd. 466The Villages, FL(352) 689-4675

Sumter County Health Dept.104 Rutland St.Wildwood, FL(352) 689-6520

Citrus Memorial Hospital502 W. Highland Blvd.Inverness, FL(352) 726-1551

Consulate Health CareOsprey Point Nursing Center 1104 N. Main St.Bushnell, FL(352) 568-8777

Langley Health Services 1425 US-301Sumterville, FL(352) 793-5900

Leesburg Regional Medical Center600 E. Dixie Ave.Leesburg, FL(352) 323-5762

Promise Hospital of Floridaat The Villages 5050 County Rd. 472Oxford, FL(352) 689-6400

The Villages Regional Hospital 1451 El Camino RealThe Villages, FL(352) 751-8000

The Villages VA Clinic8900 S.E. 165th Mulberry Ln.The Villages, FL(877) 649-0024

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EducationEducation

Local School Districts

Education is a very vital tool that is used in the contemporary world to succeed. It is important because it is used to mitigate most of the challenges faced in life. The knowledge that is attained through education helps open doors to a lot of opportunities for better prospects in career growth. Getting a head start in education can help you succeed in many aspects of your life and help you grow to your full potential.

Where Learning Begins

Area Colleges & Universities

Beacon College105 E. Main St.Leesburg, FL(352) 787-7660

College of Central Florida3800 S. Lecanto Hwy.Lecanto, FL(352) 746-6721

Lake-Sumter Community College1405 CR 526ASumterville, FL(352) 568-0001

Pasco Hernando Community College36727 Blanton Rd.Dade City, FL(352) 567-6701

Pasco-Hernando Community College11415 Ponce De Leon Blvd.Brooksville, FL(352) 796-6726

Saint Leo University33701 State Rd. 52Saint Leo, FL(352) 588-8200

Taylor College5190 S.E. 125th St.Belleview, FL(352) 245-4119

Villages Lifelong Learning College251 Buffalo Trl.Lady Lake, FL(352) 753-3035

Vision Christian Bible College1008 Singleton Cir.Groveland, FL(352) 557-4814

Sumter County School District2680 W. County Rd. 476 Bushnell, FL (352) 793-2315

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From the simple pleasures to a variety of other fun choices there is always some-thing to entertain just about anyone in the Sumter County Area. The area offers many beautiful views and a variety of art, music and theater, as well as other endless possibilites such as shopping, relaxing and more. No matter what activities you favor, you're sure to find it here!

Wander. Explore. Discover.

Entertainment & FunEntertainment & Fun

Backyard Barn Winery & Microbrewery1945 E. County Road 462Wildwood, FL(352) 418-7887

Baker House6106 C 44A Wildwood, FL(352) 461-1140

Barnstorm Theater2720 Brownwood Blvd.The Villages, FL(352) 750-1575

Blue Moon Ranch4605 CR 134Wildwood, FL (352) 578-4947

Brownwood Town SquareBuena Vista Blvd.The Villages, FL (352) 753-2270

Buffalo Junction Driving Range4250 County Rd. 105Oxford, FL(352) 330-0600

Bushnell Motor Sports Park5821 Pit Rd.Bushnell FL(352) 568-0778

Bushnell Public Library402 N. Florida St.Bushnell, FL(352) 689-4567

Clark Maxwell, Jr. Library1405 CR 526 ASumterville, FL (352) 568-3074

E.C. Rowell Library2810 C-478 AWebster, FL (352) 689-4567

GaterWorld Parks of Florida, Inc.492 W. Highway 44Wildwood, FL (352) 462-9500

Historic Sumter County Courthouse237 E. Anderson Ave.Bushnell, FL (352) 569-1520

Kenny Dixon Sports Complex824 W. Noble Ave.Bushnell, FL(352) 793-2591

Lake Panasoffkee Library1500 CR 459Lake Panasoffkee, FL (352) 689-4567

Lake Sumter Landing The Villages, FL(352) 753-2270

Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club 17145 Buena Vista Blvd.The Villages, FL(352) 753-1450

Old Mill Playhouse1000 Old Mill RunThe Villages, FL(352) 259-1111

Paradise Oaks Golf & RV Resort4628 CR 475Bushnell, FL(352) 793-1823

Rialto Villages Town Square1105 Alonzo Ave.Lady Lake, FL(352) 259-1111

Savannah Center1575 Buena Vista Blvd.The Villages, FL (352) 753-2270

Shady Brook Golf & RV Resort178 N. US Hwy. 301Sumterville, FL(352) 568-2244

Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center1051 Main St.The Villages, FL (352) 750-5411

Spanish Springs Town SquareSpanish Springs SquareThe Villages, FL(352) 569-6700

Sumter County Fairgrounds7620 State Rd. 471Bushnell, FL(352) 569-6850

Sumter County Farmers’ Market524 N. Market Blvd.Webster, FL (352) 793-2021

Sumter Equestrian Center6742 C 476 W.Bushnell, FL(352) 303-4325

The Florida International Teaching Zoo4258 S.W. 52nd Ter.Bushnell, FL(352) 867-7788

The Studio Theatre atTierra Del Sol806 San Marino Dr.The Villages, FL (352) 751-7799

The Villages Public Library at Belvedere325 Belvedere Blvd.The Villages, FL(352) 689-4567

The Villages Public Library at Pinellas Plaza7375 Powell Rd.Wildwood, FL (352) 689-4567

Webster Westside Flea Market516 N.W. 3rd St.Webster, FL(352) 793-9877

Wildwood Antique Mall364 Shopping Center Dr.Wildwood, FL (352) 330-2800

For more information and additional listings please visit:www.discoversumterfl.com

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Explore the Outdoors

Nature

Whether you prefer hiking the trails of your favorite park, bicycling, boating, fishing or just being in nature, the Sumter County Area will be sure to fufill any one who loves the outdoors. There is tons of recreational activites for everyone! There are also additional beautiful parks, golf courses and trails where you can clear your mind and relax.

Croom-A-Coochee Park4870 County Rd. 687 N.Webster, FL

Dade Battlefield Historic State Park7200 County Rd. 603Bushnell, FL

Florida Parachute Center1511 Taylor Ave.Coleman, FL(352) 461-0072

GaterWorld Parks of Florida, Inc.492 W. Highway 44Wildwood, FL (352) 462-9500

Hog Island Campground& Day Use Area9274 County Rd. 635Bushnell, FL(352) 797-4140

Iron Bridge Day Use Area11050 S.W. 60th St.Webster, FL (352) 797-4140

La Hacienda Pool & Recreation Center 1200 Avenida CentralLady Lake, FL(352) 753-1716

Lake Okahumpa Park & Boat Ramp6085 E. State Route 44Wildwood, FL(352) 689-4400

Marsh Bend (Lake Pan) Outlet ParkMarsh Bend Lake Pan3100 County Rd. 413Lake Panasoffkee, FL (352) 689-4400

Millenium Park & Community CenterPowell Rd. Wildwood, FL(352) 569-6700

Oxford Park4087 E C 466Oxford, FL (352) 569-6700

Revels Pond15732 FL 471Webster, FL(352) 797-4140

River Junction Campground & Day Use Area5827 S.W. 121st Ave.Webster, FL (352) 797-4140

Royal Park9569 County Rd. 235Wildwood, FL (352) 569-6700

Sharon Rose Wiechens PreserveMoyer LoopWildwood, FL

Shady Brook Greenway Park230 County Rd. 470 N.Lake Panasoffkee, FL(352) 569-6700

Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures4110 N.W. 42nd Pl.Lake Panasoffkee, FL (352) 643-0708

The Florida International Teaching Zoo4258 S.W. 52nd Ter.Bushnell, FL(352) 867-7788

Tom & Jerry’s Airboat Rides68 N. Main Ter.Lake Panasoffkee, FL (321) 689-8918

Tracy’s Point Fishing Lodge950 CR 437Lake Panasoffkee, FL (352) 793-8060

For more information andadditional listings please visit:www.discoversumterfl.com

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2019-2020 Resource & Relocation Guide

County - Florida