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        <description>Read the Sarasota real estate blog and news presented by John Allen. View the latest information at our real estate blog for Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key and Casey Key Florida.</description>
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            <title>Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Scheduled to Reopen</title>
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Following its annual two-week shutdown, the Lakewood Ranch&nbsp;Country Club is set to reopen with some new features. In addition to completing some routine maintenance, which takes place each year, the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club will now offer a certified personal trainer who offers cooking lessons as well as training sessions.

According to a recent Herald Tribune article, personal trainer Paul Evens will serve as the executive chef at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. Within his new capacity, Evans will help country club members achieve a higher level of health through exercise and dietary changes.

&ldquo;We have already had great feedback about people being able to improve their health and cooking skills in one place, with one person,&rdquo; said Wayne Piazza, who is the manager of the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.



Those who are interested in taking advantage of the new service can receive personal training at the Lakewood Ranch Athletic Center. The personal culinary instruction, on the other hand, will take place in the clients home.

Adding this new service isnt the only change that the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club underwent during its two-week break. During this time, the parking lot asphalt was sealed and striped, the members lounge was expanded and improved and a new heat-recovery system and generator were also installed. In addition, new fans and paint were added to the back patio and new doors and carpet were added to the banquet rooms.

While quite a bit of work was completed during the two-week break, some work still need to be completed. In fact, the management expects some work to continue well into October. Despite the work that remains to be completed, the Lakewood Ranch Gold and Country Club is slated to be reopened this Tuesday.

Contact us if you are interested in Lakewood Ranch real estate. We have agents that not only specialize in Lakewood Ranch, they live there as well!
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            <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 14:16:09 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Lakewood Ranch Country Club Homes</title>
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If you are in the market for a newer luxury home in a gated golf community, Lakewood Ranch Country Club homes for sale should be on your list to consider. This luxurious gated community is one of our premiere addresses for those who demand only the best. Those with a passion for golf will revel in the 54-holes at the Country Club. The 3 courses at the private Lakewood Ranch Country Club are designed to challenge every skill level. There are also excellent practice facilities and a beautiful clubhouse along with dining and special events. In addition, members also have access to the 13,000 square foot athletic center, junior Olympic pool and 18 lighted clay tennis courts.

The amenities offered in the Country Club&nbsp;are plentiful. There are miles of sidewalks and trails winding past pristine natural beauty of the many nature preserves and lakes. The Athletic Center's fitness center offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment, steam room, sauna, and whirlpool for post workout relaxation. 

Lakewood Ranch Country Club Real Estate
 
There are 10 distinct sections with Lakewood Ranch Country Club homes for sale in a variety or price ranges and sizes. You will find single family homes as well as maintenance-free villas. They range from Wexford with single family homes from 1,558 to 2,160 square feet and prices starting in the $200,000 range to La Cantera and Highfield offering luxury homes over 4,000 square feet and priced&nbsp;into the millions.

Lakewood Ranch Country Club Current Listings Inventory


Active Listings - 43

Highest Priced Listing - $2,400,000

Lowest Priced Listing - $200,000

Average Listing Price - $699,433

Median Listing Price - $589,000


The Country Club is nestled in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, close to Main Street with all of its unique shops, restaurants, several festivals, art and music venues, and more. The neighborhood also borders the Sarasota Polo Club with its nine world-class polo fields and a regulation size arena and the Sarasota International Cricket Club. Aside from unlimited access to community amenities and events, Lakewood Ranch residents will also enjoy top-rated private and public schools and state-of-the-art medical facilities. The amenities of this resort-style neighborhood are nearly endless. Living in this gated golf course community is truly one of life's rewards.

Downtown Sarasota, St Armands Circle and the incredible gulf coast beaches are all only a short drive away. Boating, diving, fishing, and sunset strolls are regular events when living along the gulf coast. Take your pick and enjoy some fun in the sun!

Get More Information

For more information or to make arrangements for a tour if&nbsp;Lakewood Ranch real estate for sale or any other Sarasota golf course homes for sale, contact the John Allen team at 941-544-6467. We have Realtors that not only show Lakewood Ranch, they live there as well.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:26:39 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Market Update - Lakewood Ranch Homes for Sale</title>
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Lakewood Ranch Florida is an award-winning master planned community that offers a resort lifestyle fused with a real sense of community. With 8500 acres, Lakewood Ranch is the largest green certified community in the United States. The neighborhoods meander through the nature preserves, golf courses, parks, lakes, and over 150 miles of sidewalks and nature trails.

It is no wonder why Lakewood Ranch is so popular because it&nbsp;offers nearly every amenity you can think of nearby including a state of the art medical facilities, top rated schools, an abundance of cultural events, challenging golf courses, funky boutiques and specialty shops, family events, world class polo, athletic club, tennis, superb restaurants and the list goes on. Plus the development of a new sports complex is now underway. The Premier Sports Complex is a 70 acre facility that includes soccer, lacrosse, and baseball fields. Tournaments are already being booked at the complex with inquiries from not only Florida but across the United States and even internationally. These inquiries include professional teams looking for a new training center. Plus, Tim Howard, American national team goalkeeper will be starting the Howard Academy on premises opening in 2012. Lakewood Ranch is on the cutting edge of development and technology intertwined with its intimate connection to the surrounding nature. Living here is truly another day in paradise.

Lakewood Ranch offers housing options to suit almost everyone's lifestyle preferences and price range. Many of the neighborhoods are gated, some of them are maintenance-free but all of them are built to flow with the natural beauty of the area.



Lakewood Ranch Homes for Sale

There are currently 199 single family Lakewood Ranch homes for sale in a variety of&nbsp;price ranges. Price start at $127,500 for a simple 3 bedroom home with 1,275 square feet and go all the way up to $3,390,000 for a captivating custom estate with over 8,600 square feet of luxury in the Lakewood Ranch County Club. 

Current Listing Inventory: Single Family Homes for Sale in Lakewood Ranch


Active Home Listings 199

Highest Priced Home Listing $3,390,000

Lowest Priced Home Listing $127,500

Average Home Listing Price $ 329,214

Median Home Listing Price $ 395,000


Get More Information

For more information on Lakewood Ranch real estate for sale&nbsp;or to make arrangements for a tour of homes, contact the John Allen team at 941-544-6467. We have Realtors that not only show Lakewood Ranch, they live there as well.
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            <pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 08:43:11 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Five Popular Sarasota Country Club Communities</title>
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Retirees and baby boomers are still calling us to ask about popular Sarasota country club real estate. Many of these buyers are avid golfers or tennis enthusiasts and are searching for a second home. Their plan is to visit over the next several years, enjoy their home in Sarasota, lock the house up and head back to real life until retirement. Amenities are the key, and the more amenities available to these buyers, the better the chance of fulfilling their dream of a complete resort lifestyle. 

There are several new golf course communities in the area, but here are five of the most popular country club communities in Sarasota:

Lakewood Ranch Country Club Real Estate&nbsp; a master-planned community offering a Town Center, a gorgeous Club House featuring bar, dining room, banquet facilities as well as meeting rooms and smaller intimate dining areas. Lakewood Ranchs amenities include: two golf courses, a Pro Shop, a tennis facility, a fitness center, and more!

Prestancia on Palmer Ranch&nbsp; TPC Prestancia is a 24 hr security guarded and gated community. The Club House at Prestancia features a newly renovated club room for socializing. The amenities at this country club community are limited to golf however, there are swimming and tennis available at the neighboring Serendipity Racquet Club at the Country Club of Sarasota.

Laurel Oak Estates  east of I-75, Laurel Oak Estates is a guard gated country club community with beautiful landscaping. The Club House at Laurel Oak has been redecorated in recent years and features. Amenities at Laurel Oak Estates include golf, tennis, swimming and walking trails.

University Park Country Club Real Estate&nbsp; Just off University Parkway and about 20 minutes from downtown Sarasota, this tropically landscaped guard gated community, is home to incredible wildlife. The entrance of this Club is outstanding. University Parks Club House features a banquet size dining rooms as well as smaller dining areas. There is a fabulous outdoor terrace for dining as well. The member's only grill is the perfect spot to enjoy socializing with your friends and neighbors. Amenities include: Golf, tennis and swimming pool

The Oaks Sarasota Real Estate&nbsp;- Located just off Hwy 41 in Osprey, FL, the Oaks Club is one of Sarasota, Floridas most prestigious members owned golf club communities. This family oriented club has a magnificent Club House with plenty of amenities to get your lifestyle busy. In addition to golf on two courses, residents enjoy swimming, tennis, cricket and a variety of social events throughout the year. There are three separate guard gated entrances to the Oaks: Oaks Preserve, Oaks Bayside and Oaks Clubside. The lush landscaping, golf course views as well as lake and Bay vies in some homes are impeccable backgrounds for those seeking a resort lifestyle in Sarasota.

If you are interested in retiring in a Sarasota country club community, contact the John Allen Team. Our agents specialize in all areas of Sarasota real estate including&nbsp;Lakewood Ranch, Prestancia, Laurel Oak Estate, University Park and the Oaks.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:36:21 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Market Update - June 2010</title>
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There has been brisk&nbsp;activity in the Lakewood Ranch real estate market over the past six months as buyers take advantage of significantly reduced prices. Many buyers,&nbsp;who&nbsp;seek an active resort lifestyle in Florida, are&nbsp;inquiring about this award winning master-planned community, making offers and negotiating deals. With outdoor activities including golf, tennis, swimming, cricket and polo, Lakewood Ranch has it all. The Main Street area of the &ldquo;Ranch&rdquo; features specialty shopping, dining in excellent restaurants, and professional services. There are outstanding A-rated schools as well as a medical center and hospital in this well thought out development.

According to the Sarasota MLS, there are 253 Lakewood Ranch homes for sale, including the exclusive Lake Club and Lakewood Ranch Country Club.&nbsp;Single family home&nbsp;prices range from $135,000 to $6 million. 156 homes in Lakewood Ranch have sold in the last six months. Selling prices at Lakewood Ranch in the last six months range from $126,000 to $3,150,000.

Current Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Activity - Single Family Homes



Highest Priced&nbsp;Home: $5,999,000&nbsp;



Lowest Priced&nbsp;Home: $135,000 



Average Price&nbsp;Home: $631,792



Median Price&nbsp;Home: $425,000



Lakewood Ranch consists of seven villages. Buyers have a choice of condos, townhouses, villas or custom designed homes built by an array of Sarasota builders. The amenities of the Lakewood Ranch Country Club are outstanding within the Club House alone: multiple dining areas, grand ball room, meeting and card rooms. There is a full-service Pro Shop too. 

If country club living and gated communities are within your real estate parameters, Lakewood Ranch Country Club is a must see on a trip to Sarasota, FL. Call the John Allen Team&nbsp;at 941-6467 to schedule an appointment to view any homes for sale in Sarasota. We have a team of experts ready to help you.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:32:47 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Warren Buffet is Buying</title>
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Warren Buffet is buying. Of course we are referring to stocks, not real estate. However, I could not help but think of the Sarasota real estate market&nbsp;when I read his&nbsp;recent quote about his investment strategy.


&quot;A simple rule dictates my buying: Be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful.&nbsp; And most certainly, fear is now widespread, gripping even seasoned investors.&quot; - Warren Buffet


It reminds me of the old saying - &quot;The rich sell when everyone else is buying and buy when everyone is selling.&quot;


The real estate market will rebound eventually. Right now there are tremendous values out there. Financially strong buyers can take advantage of the housing turmoil. The keys to finding the best deal are patience and flexibility. In many cases locally, cash buyers&nbsp;can acquire properties for .50 to .60 on the dollar.
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            <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 09:45:58 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Lake Club Estate Home Reduced to $1.349M</title>
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The owners of 16103 Clearlake Blvd in the exclusive Lake Club have just reduced their asking price to $1,349,000. It is now the lowest priced home currently available in the neighborhood.


Virtual Tour





&nbsp;Call us at 941-544-6467 for a tour of this home or other availble listings in The Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:43:30 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch - French Manor - $1,499,000</title>
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We recently listed 16103 Clearlake Avenue for sale for $1,499,000. The owners are including a $50,000 interior design credit at closing. The listing price is over $500,000 off of the original pricing.


This Pruett Builders custom residence offers great indoor-outdoor living and is constructed with the highest attention to quality. Nestled amidst 1500 acres of pristine landscaping, scenic lakes, 100 miles of trails and sidewalks, protected green areas and lushly appointed parks, The Lake Club is located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch. Just completed construction.


Contact us today at 941-544-6467 to schedule a tour of this home and other&nbsp;Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch properties for sale.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:53:12 -0400</pubDate>
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