Who Griffwood fits
Retirees who want a small, resident-run lakeside community with low monthly fees and boating access.
Amenities
Heated pool, clubhouse with library and pool table, shuffleboard, bocce, horseshoes, free Wi-Fi, private boat ramp, fishing pier, Boat Club, Chain of Lakes access.
What's near Griffwood
- UF Health Leesburg Hospital, 600 E. Dixie Ave., Leesburg. Full-service hospital in central Lake County.
- UF Health The Villages Hospital, 1451 El Camino Real, The Villages. Hospital serving Lady Lake and The Villages area.
- Lake Griffin State Park: boat ramp, canoe trail and one of Florida's largest live oaks
- Lake Griffin and the Harris Chain of Lakes
- Shopping and dining in neighboring Leesburg and The Villages
- US-27/441 corridor
- US-27/441
- Florida's Turnpike via Leesburg
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Frequently asked questions
Is Griffwood a 55+ community?
Yes. Griffwood is listed as 55+ age-restricted. Under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, at least 80% of occupied homes must have at least one resident aged 55 or older; check the community's own rules for guests, younger spouses and renters.
What are the HOA fees at Griffwood?
Reported dues are $159-$181 per month as of October 2026. Reported inclusions: Water, sewer, pool, grounds. Fees vary by home and change over time, so confirm with the HOA.
Is Griffwood gated?
We have not yet confirmed whether Griffwood is gated.
Does Griffwood have a golf course?
There is no golf course in Griffwood.
How far is Griffwood from a hospital?
About 13 minutes (4.3 mi) by car to UF Health Leesburg Hospital, the nearest Lake County hospital. Times are measured from the community entrance or sales center without traffic and will vary by home.
What healthcare is near Griffwood?
The nearest urgent care is Vizavee Urgent & Primary Care -Colony Plaza, about 12 minutes away. The nearest pharmacy is Walgreens, about 5 minutes away. Veterans can use the The Villages VA Clinic, about 25 minutes away. Times are by car without traffic.
Does Griffwood have a CDD fee?
We have not yet confirmed whether this community carries a Community Development District (CDD) assessment. Check the non-ad valorem assessments on a current Lake County tax bill for any home you're considering.
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