about Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch is a 17,500-acre residential development on Florida’s Gulf Coast that has been developed in the last 10 years or so in Manatee County/Bradenton east of I-75. University Parkway at which the International Sarasota/Bradenton Airport SRQ is also located and forms the boundary between Sarasota and Manatee County, is the southern access to Lakewood Ranch. This “master planned” residential area with currently nine communities (housing developments) consisting of single-family homes, townhomes and apartments, currently extends even further north and east. You’ll find it all in Lakewood Ranch: upscale and family-friendly dining, attractive stores and boutiques, business parks, hospital and health center, three master-designed golf courses; fitness center, water sports and 18 lighted tennis courts; also polo and cricket clubs. And over 150 miles (240 km) of walking and hiking trails, parks, lakes and nature preserves. Landscapes of forest and wetlands preserve native wildlife. Lakewood Ranch is an award-winning community to relax and feel good in a beautiful setting and has been recognized as the largest “Green Certified Community” in the United States. Half of the grounds are open recreational space.

As a member of the Golf & Country Club, established in 2001, they have 3 unique championship golf courses at their disposal in Lakewood Ranch. Each of the three presents a different challenge, difficult for the experienced players from the championship tees yet enjoyable for beginners. www.lakewoodranchgolf.com Small boutiques and clothing stores, pharmacies, dry cleaners, grocery stores, wine and spirits, florists, jewelers, cafes, a variety of restaurants, ice cream, etc. invite you to stroll, linger and enjoy. Lakewood Ranch is a great place to live and vacation. There is always something to do and the recreational opportunities are outstanding. Especially during the winter months, the so called “High Season” , around Christmas until after Easter there are great events and festivals that attract many people from the surrounding area. Art and culture are very important. Music on the so-called ” Main Street”, Evening under the Stars, Suncoast Wine Festival and much more. Quick to reach from Lakewood Ranch: the cultural highlights for which Sarasota has become famous. With the YMCA Atletic Center, salons and spas, the offer is also rounded off in the area of health and fitness for the whole family. www.manateeymca.org