A throwback to Sarasota’s 1920s sophistication, the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club mirrors the glamorous Italian-inspired architecture of the Ringling Museum of Art. The clubhouse on Legacy Boulevard welcomes visitors with a porte cochere driveway and a grand lobby that elicits awe even from the most discerning guest.
Encompassing 44,000 square feet of the lushly landscaped grounds, the clubhouse maintains a casually elegant atmosphere that conveys a class all its own. Golf, tennis, and a number of social events highlight the country club’s relaxed and stylish lifestyle. Members can lounge at the Patio, and enjoy fine wine from the cellar’s extensive wine list and the panorama of verdant sloping hills. Maybe savor some aged steak at the classy dining room or try their luck in one of the card rooms.
Weddings and banquets are a specialty of Lakewood Ranch Country Club’s efficient staff. Guests will gaze in awe as the blushing bride walks down the lovely winding staircase. The ceremony will take place on the lawn, against the backdrop of the golf course and exquisite lake fountain. For the reception, the grand ballroom will be transformed into a blissful dreamland that will amass a pile of memories for the newlyweds and their guests.
The clubhouse also caters to other functions, such as business meetings and corporate events, charity balls, holiday events, and other social gatherings. The banquet rooms can seat 10 to 288 guests. Each affair is handled with the meticulous care and professional expertise that the club is known for.
The Athletic Center is located near the University Parkway entrance on Legacy Boulevard, across the Legacy Golf Club. Members can use the two heated swimming pools, the fun resort-style pool for family leisure or the 8-lap Junior Olympic pool for some serious training.
Across the Athletic Center, the Tennis Center boasts of 16 Har-Tru and 2 classic clay courts all lighted for nighttime play, a pro shop, and locker and shower facilities. An additional feature is the Players Club Deli, which provides scrumptious meals in a casual atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to unwind with family and friends, with Wii games and darts available for group fun. Comfy couches are provided, as well as two 50-inch TVs, for a truly cozy entertainment center setting.
When it comes to golf, Lakewood Ranch Country Club provides three 18-hole championship courses. Cypress Links was designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer and renowned golf course designer Victoria Martz, was opened in November 2001. The club’s first par-72 course has a slope rating ranging from 119 to 134.
Arnold Palmer and Victoria Martz were commissioned for a second set of 18 holes, opened in March 2005. The teeing grounds at King’s Dunes pose more challenge for beginners, with slope ratings for white tees at 123 and 134 for black.
The third golf course was designed by international golf and landscape expert, Rick Robbins. The fairways at Royal Lakes are suitable for all playing levels, with a slope rating that’s lower for beginners and higher for expert golfers. Red tees have a slope rating of 109, whereas the black tees are at 137.
A true master-planned community, Lakewood Ranch Country Club offers a variety of homes in many different neighborhoods. Home buyers who want to take advantage of the golf, tennis, and athletic facilities would appreciate the listings of fine Lakewood Ranch Country Club real estate currently offered for sale.
Home sites range in size from a generous 1500 square feet to a sprawling 6000 square feet. Choices for Lakewood Ranch Country Club homes for sale begin at the mid $200s in the Wexford neighborhood, while maintenance-free villas in neighborhoods like LaCantera are priced at over $1 million.
Home buyers can choose from different layouts and designs. The neighborhood of Stone Ridge offers two distinct themes—French Country and Mediterranean. Homes in the French Country Collection have floor areas of approximately 1600 to 2100 square feet, and prices begin at the high $200s. Need bigger space? The Mediterranean-inspired homes range in size from over 2300 to 2600 square feet, with price tags starting at the low $400s.
If golf is an indispensable part of your life, you should definitely check the Lakewood Ranch Country Club homes for sale. But if you’re merely looking for a peaceful community in a tranquil setting, with a dose of activities every now and then, then you will also enjoy the choices offered in this village. Everything at Lakewood Ranch—from the nature preserves and numerous lakes to its town center and hospital complex—comes together to form one solid community of several villages, all aiming to promote a cleaner and greener environment for the health and well-being of its residents.
Below are all of the current real estate listings available for sale in Lakewood Ranch Country Club.
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