Top 5 Reasons People Love Living in Lakewood Ranch

With restaurants, parks, trails, outdoor facilities for golf and tennis, and scenic views that are hard to beat, it is no wonder why people love living at Lakewood Ranch. The only limit on things to do in Lakewood Ranch is one's imagination, and residents understand why this planned community has been repeatedly ranked as the top multi-generational community in the nation.

For anyone considering Lakewood Ranch real estate, a short tour of all the amenities and activities the community offers quickly makes it obvious why Lakewood Ranch is the right choice.

Parks and recreation programs at Lakewood Ranch offer something for all ages. The MVP Sports and Social Club caters to local adults with various co-ed sports. Whether you already have a team or want to take advantage of the opportunity to find a new group of friends, residents can sign up individually or as a group to participate in kickball, softball, sand volleyball, disc golf, and bowling, and even cornhole. Club members can get food and drink specials at local eateries as an added advantage.

For the younger crowd, Lakewood Ranch Little League offers a popular baseball experience for ages four to 16. Dedicated coaches and a supportive community help make participation a fun opportunity for players to learn lifelong lessons and build comraderie.

There are more things to do in Lakewood Ranch for children than just baseball. The Chargers soccer club hosts soccer camps and has competitive and recreational programs that will meet your child where they are in their experience and understanding of the game. The recreational program begins accepting players at four years old, and children aged 11 to 19 can participate in the competitive program.

If team sports are not your style, there are still plenty of recreational opportunities at Lakewood Ranch. The community boasts 10 community parks, including two with dog park facilities. Park amenities vary from location to location but include fishing lakes, tennis courts, pickleball courts, inline skate and hockey courts, basketball courts, and even a disc golf course at Bob Gardner Community Park.

The whole system of parks is connected by a series of trails, with trails even passing right next to schools and the town center of the Ranch, making Lakewood Ranch an ideal community for families that want to break free of constant reliance on their vehicles.

If you need a little more room to run around, the Premier Sports Campus Lakewood Ranch offers a 140-acre campus full of outdoor sports facilities. The campus also plays host to festivals and movie nights.

Finally, the Lakewood Rand Golf and Country Club sports three championship golf courses and 20 tennis courts, and a full fitness and aquatics center. The country club is also a great spot for social events, from the trivia challenge and NFL Football Sundays to a Christmas dinner buffet, Easter egg hunt, and fireworks on the 4th of July.

For those who want things to do in Lakewood Ranch that offer something a bit different, the Sarasota Polo Club is a great opportunity, whether you want to learn to play polo or you would simply rather just sit back and watch.

The Sarasota Rugby Club welcomes participants of all ages. The annual Monster Mash in October even offers a great opportunity for community members to learn or watch a few matches.

Of course, perhaps you just want to take it easy and putter around, in which case The Fishhole has two 18-hole putt-putt golf courses that will entertain the entire family.

Not everyone wants to get out and run for fun or stroll around a golf course, and the Lakewood Ranch clubs offer nearly limitless options to get out without ever breaking a sweat. Lakewood Ranch offers clubs centered around card games such as bridge and canasta, a digital photography club, a ukulele club, an art club, and even the Lakewood Ranch Scribes — a writer's group exclusively for residents.

Whether you are a longtime gardener or just getting started on your piece of Lakewood Ranch real estate, the Gardeners Out East Garden Club and the Lakewood Ranch Garden Club are ready for you. For those tired of telling their fish stories to their loved ones, the Angler's Club provides opportunities to socialize with like-minded residents and even offers opportunities to help teach the next generation how to fish.

If you have an activity or hobby you love—or even a passion for civic engagement—you can find a club at Lakewood Ranch where you will fit right in.

Lakewood Ranch has a community calendar stuffed full of live events and opportunities to participate in the community. Take in a classic car show—free to see or $10 to participate—or grab a bite to eat from a food truck while enjoying local musicians playing live at Ranch Nite Wednesdays. Enjoy seasonal activities such as pictures with Santa Claus at Waterside Place or by participating in the Elf on the Shelf Contest—see if you can spot all the elves hidden around Main Street.

There are nights when you can catch live music on The Plaza or shop more than 90 local vendors at the Lakewood Ranch Farmers' Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday, featuring children's activities, local musicians, and yoga.

With the help of an experienced and knowledgeable real estate agent, like those at The Dinan Group, you can love your Lakewood Ranch experience from the moment you start looking for a home. Contact the team today to get started!

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