In addition to golf, the Serendipity Racket Club is within the perimeter of this gated community of Country Club of Sarasota. Readily available, hence, are this club’s 19 Har Tru clay tennis courts, junior Olympic-size swimming pool, and modern fitness center.

The residents of the Waterford community not only have immediate access to the superb golf facilities practically at their backyard. A homeowners’ association fee set at a reasonable level provides resident privileges on a community swimming pool and spa, tennis courts, and fitness center.

A social membership to the Waterford Golf Club comes with Sawgrass homeownership. >For golfing privileges, homeowners can either pay an additional membership fee or just choose paying the green fees on a per-play or daily basis.

The River Club is a golf community about a mile east of Interstate 75 on the western outskirts of master-planned Lakewood Ranch. Built by noted course architect Ron Garl, River Club’s centerpiece golf links opened in the late 1980s.

All of the Pinebrook subdivisions were masterfully developed adjacent to the eastern half of the property’s 56-acre golf links. Membership at the Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Club is an option to residents but not mandatory. The club’s golf course, as well as its tennis courts, is open to the public.

The Ironwood condominium development is a golf community located just off Cortez Road in West Bradenton. The Ironwood community is composed of several multi-story buildings of up to seven stories some of which are 55+ buildings. Some of the buildings are also pet friendly.

The Sarasota National golf course has been designated as an Audubon International Certified Signature Sanctuary, with the conservation group involved in the planning the development of the property. The amenities include a clubhouse with fitness center, spa and locker rooms, a resort-style pool and tennis courts.

The golf course at Lakewood National is a championship layout but is player-friendly, offering choices on six tee placements ranging from 5,194 yards at the shortest play up to 7,184 yards at the longest round.

There is no mistaking the upscale market focus of Gator Creek Estates, as it has been developed both as a golf and equestrian community. The homes for sale in Gator Creek Estates are platted adjacent to the links of the Gator Creek Golf Club. However membership is not required.

Esplanade Golf & Country Club is one of the highly successful real estate developments of national homebuilder Taylor Morrison, one of the ventures that this NYSE-listed company pursued to avail of the opportunities brought about by the housing-led U.S. economic recovery.

The 27-hole golf course centerpiece of River Strand Country Club is layout that meanders by the beautiful Manatee River. It has three distinct 9-hole layouts—Estuary, Sanctuary and Tributary—providing the option to rotate play in the nines suitable to a golfer’s skill and capability.

The Peridia boasts of an executive golf course with a challenging 18-hole layout which plays at par 60. Designed to be playable within three hours, the course can readily be enjoyed whether walking or riding. The links measure 3,344 yards to test the mettle of players.

The best thing about this neighborhood is the 27-hole golf course and a Tuscan-inspired clubhouse. The cost of membership to the amenities in this golf community is less than you think.

Residents of Lakewood Ranch Country Club East may apply for membership at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, which offers several membership options for the use of the dining, social, aquatics, fitness, and tennis facilities, as well as the three golf courses.

Pleasantly situated on the expansive shores of the Manatee River you will find Waterlefe Golf and River Club real estate development. Home to a 54 slip marina, 621 waterfront residences, and a fabulous 18 hole golf course, you will love having your boat in your back yard.

The Venice Golf and Country Club is an extraordinary property with an abundance of preserves, lakes and natural wildlife habitats. There is a wide diversity of bird species including, storks, osprey, ducks, cranes, and the national bird of America the bald eagle along with many others.

The Venetian Golf and River Club community borders the Myakka River and is the ideal venue for golfers, nature lovers, and water enthusiasts. Chip Powell, the world renowned course architect, designed the layout of the 18 hole championship golf course.

University Park Country Club is Sarasota’s foremost semiprivate golf and country club presenting daily fee players of all skill levels a surprisingly affordable private club feeling. There is also a Golf Academy where skilled PGA and LPGA golfing professionals arrange and conduct clinics, and lessons.

54 hols of golf here! The Meadows, a private 18 hole par 72 course, was revamped by Ron Garl, heralded golf course designer and architect. The Highlands which is also private, boasts a par 72 as well. The third course is The Groves which is an 18 hole par 65 walking course.

The championship golf courses that are woven into the fabric of The Oaks’ community are comprised of 2 challenging, 18-hole, par 72 layouts. Additional member privileges at The Oaks Club include state of the art equipment and weekly golf clinics available at the practice facilities.

The Founders Club provides a pure golfing experience and best in class instruction utilizing its cutting edge indoor golf training facility which features a video swing analysis and launch monitor complimented by the luxury of Sarasota’s only traditional caddie program.

Only 236 homes in 3 distinct neighborhoods will grace this stunning 1,200 acre reserve. Concession real estate for sale starts at just a little over $1 million for a distressed sale property and can reach up to 6 million and maybe more for one of John Cannon’s masterpiece designs.

This picturesque golf course with its fast greens and the challenging play is heralded as one of the finest courses in the Sarasota area. From the farthest tee boxes, the course measures 6,845 yards featuring a 136 slope rating to go with a 72.8 course rating.

Residences here belong either to the country club section or the exempt section of the community. Club membership is only afforded to properties located in the country club section and mandatory membership dues are bundled with the HOA fees.

Peacefully nestled within the natural beauty of the nature preserves is the 12,000 square foot Stoneybrook clubhouse. The subtle ambiance of the restaurant compliments the delectable fare of the various menu options. This course is semi-private.

Well established after over 20 years, the Serenoa real estate community presents some truly stable residential values. Serenoa homes for sale with floor plans of around 3,000 square feet can carry list prices in the mid $400,000 range.

The social heartbeat of the community is a remarkable 22,000-square-foot clubhouse boasting a strikingly elegant entrance and foyer. Set amidst a backdrop of lush landscaping, this elegant structure brings you country club living at its finest.

The community is very picturesque, many old-growth Oak trees line the streets of the community and this lush landscaping bodes well for Prestancia real estate values. Many of the Prestancia homes for sale were built in the 80s and reflect that era.

Created with views of pristine nature preserves and wildlife habitats in mind, Plantation Golf and Country Club real estate affordability starts with moderately priced condos starting with floor plans of about 1,000 sq feet and priced from around $95,000.

Located in the coastal town of Venice is the stunning Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club community. This Venice real estate community is consistently top ranked as one of the premier golf and country club based communities in the area.

Unparalleled playing conditions along with golf history are interwoven at Palm Aire Country Club. Consisting of 2 exceptional 18 hole, par 72 layouts, the Champions and the Lakes courses have both seen impressive renovations recently.

Misty Creek Country Club is the course for serious golfers. Laid out on 350 acres of lush forest preserves bristling with lakes and hammock oak woodlands, the par 72 championship course has 4 sets of tee boxes. Its course rating is 73.3 and on Bermuda grass its slope rating is 31.

The fabulous Longboat Key Club & Resort, the only resort on any of the Sarasota barrier islands with its own golf course, is comprised of 410 sun kissed acres surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Sarasota Bay on the other.

Laurel Oak’s Golf Course was opened in 1990, is a par of 72, and measures close to 6,875 yards from the furthermost tees. The course is Bermuda grass surfaced and has a slope rating of 143. The West Course, measures out at 6,934 yards from its outermost tees.

There is an average inventory of around 40 Lakewood Ranch Country Club homes for sale at any given time and all are crafted utilizing materials and techniques specifically chosen to meet the Florida Green Building Coalition’s Green Home Standard.

At Heron Creek, there’s a vibrant golfing country club lifestyle interwoven with a pristine natural environment that awaits those looking for the best benefits found living in a golf community without the high price attached to Sarasota golf clubs.

The Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club is a private 18 hole regulation golf course that opened in 1997. From the longest tees the course measures 6531 yards, has a slope rating of 125 coupled with a 71.4 USGA rating, and 7 sets of tees for different player skill levels.

The Links golf course, which debuted in 1998, is ranked among one of Florida’s most scenic and affordable clubs. The layout winds through a tranquil setting of expansive marshes and wetlands that has become a natural habitat for native wildlife.

Membership at Calusa Lakes Golf Club comes with a special benefit. Along with the club’s own 18 hole golf course, members can also enjoy playing the Waterford and Capri Isles courses in nearby Venice so you get to play 3 courses for 1 membership price.

“The Cat”, which opened in 1998, was renovated recently and its many improvements included the restoration of its bunkers and greens which now boast cutting edge Champion Ultra Dwarf grass surfaces and state of the art Precedent golf carts with onboard GPS.

The 18-hole Bent Tree Country Club is a private golf course that opened in 1975. Enjoy a course built with a set of five tees to match a variety of golfer skill sets. The play here extends to 6,863 yards at its longest and to 5,465 at the shortest.