Florida’s Gulf Coast in the vicinity of Tampa Bay has the most pristine coastline and prime beach real estate that simply cannot be duplicated anywhere else. The spectacular natural scenery and clear, warm waters of the Gulf have made this area, also known as the Costa del Sol, popular with tourists and those moving to Florida.
Golf has long been a popular activity for Floridians and visitors. Recognizing this, the State of Florida offers a plethora of golf opportunities throughout its sun-kissed territory for golf enthusiasts to enjoy, and Florida’s Tampa Bay area is no exception.
With more than 70 golf courses located along Florida’s Sunshine Coast, tourists and residents alike can use the wonderful sand and surf to play a round of golf like no other. The sights, sounds and smells that surround you will add depth to your golf game, whether you’re playing 9 fast holes or enjoying 18 full holes.
After you’ve had a relaxing round of golf, head to the water’s edge for a refreshing swim in the warm waters of the gulf. Then attend a game of beach volleyball, either as a spectator, or have fun yourself. The Tampa Bay area of Florida gives you the best of both worlds, with world-class golf facilities and pure waterfront properties.
The influx of golf enthusiasts, who have moved to Florida’s Costa del Sol, has given rise to several golf communities near these beach communities. This is indeed the union of two amazing activities in one. Do you like the idea of waking up to brightly colored sunrises, leisurely meals and the thrill of a good round of golf? And then go to the beach to see a sunset? If so, you may be interested in moving to one of the golf communities conveniently located near the Sun Coast beaches.
These are just six examples of the type of golf communities that are available to you in the Tampa Bay, Florida area. You can choose from these and many other quality golf communities to find the right place to settle where you can play golf whenever you want and then choose to spend the rest of the day on the beach relaxing.
Champions Club: The Champions Club, in Trinity, is located in the heart of the tri-county area, encompassing Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. It is made up of seven first-rate villages, all with a Mediterranean theme. Each village is entered here through its own private gate. The luxury of the Champions Club is centered around a $4 million Mediterranean-style clubhouse. More than half of the homes here border the championship golf course at Fox Hollow Golf Club. Fox Hollow Golf Course is the latest course designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones.
Cove Cay: As you drive across the Bayside Bridge, you’ll see the manicured grounds of this beautiful golf community situated along Tampa Bay. This community offers residents condominium living at its finest. 24 hour security is provided in this gated community. You can enjoy a good round of golf while inhaling the spectacular views provided by the landscape and the bay. Residents are spread across four towns, each with its own clubhouse and other amenities. Shopping, dining, and entertainment are just minutes from this community.
Crescent Oaks: This Pinellas County gated golf community is a dream come true for committed golfers! Beautiful homes are situated along this community’s private 18-hole golf course. Residents will also find a pro shop, clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, and fitness and dining centers on its well-maintained grounds.
Lansbrook: Located in the East Lake area of Tarpon Springs, Lansbrook is one of the best daily fee golf clubs offering an exciting and challenging course layout. Lansbrook is a premier golf club surrounded by lush Florida landscaping and some of the most exquisite single-family homes in Pinellas County. Visit Lansbrook Lakefront Park directly on Tarpon Lake after a round of golf and enjoy boating and fishing too.
Cypress Run: Located between Cypress and Oaks, this course is definitely one of the best maintained and designed golf courses in all of Tampa Bay. With extra wide fairways and fast greens, even the most experienced golfer will find a day on this course challenging. It’s no wonder two PGA Tour pros (John Houston and Skip Kendall) have memberships here. Homes at Cypress Run can have panoramic golf course views unmatched by any other golf course community.
East Lake Woodlands: Centrally located between Tampa and Clearwater, East Lake Woodlands is more than just a golf course community. It offers not only two 18-hole championship courses, but also a full-service country club elegant enough for weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, and many other formal celebrations. The golf course is divided into a north course and a south course with large fairways and large greens. There are also several lighted tennis courts and a full-service pro shop. Homes in East Lake Woodlands range from condominiums and villas to large executive-style estates on a preserve or with open golf course views.
Your local real estate agent is available to help you locate and tour golf communities and explore golf courses in the Tampa Bay area. You’re sure to find one to call… home.