John Allen - Fine Sarasota Real Estate

Starry nights, tranquil ambiance, quiet roads and a resplendent golf course are just to name a few of the amenities of The Founder's Club. Located just 3 miles east of I-75, enjoy this quiet neighborhood tucked away from the rest of Sarasota, while still being only minutes away from the beaches and downtown dining and entertainment. Homes range from $1-5 million with home sites available for custom homes on 700 acres of nature preserves, gleaming lakes, and golf course views. Choose from one of these exemplary builders including, John Cannon Homes, Lee Wetherington Homes, Pruett Builders, Inc., Taylor Woodrow Homes, and Todd Johnston Homes.

The Founder's Club, a gated Championship golf and country club designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., consists of 18 challenging holes with only 276 memberships available. With 262 residences, there are a very limited number of memberships left for non-residents. Not all residences have to be a member but they have first choice in being one, over a non-resident. Enjoy their 24,000 sqft clubhouse, "Golf Hall" for main dining, private dining and lounge facilities. For those who are health conscious, indulge in the well equipped, state -of -the art fitness center with an on-staff physical therapist. Enjoy the massage therapy treatment room or relax by lounging around playing a game of cards or unwind in the club bar/lounge with cozy fireplace seats.

Besides being a prestigious and challenging golf course, The Founders' Club is also family friendly with many outdoor activities to participate in. The Lakeside Community Recreation Area offers an array of outdoor amenities which include, sand volleyball, basketball, 2 Har-Tru tennis courts, a social room, picnic gazebo and grills. Enjoy this secluded and quiescent neighborhood with ample outdoor activities, just outside of the city and only minutes away from Sarasota's downtown conveniences.

For detailed information on this remarkable community and many others, visit the Sarasota country club communities section of our website where you can view all of the properties listed for sale.

This beautiful community is nestled in the heart of Palmer Ranch, only minutes away from Sarasota's ample amenities such as beautiful beaches, downtown shopping, fine dining, arts and theater and many more. Elegant and sophisticated types of homes available include, maintenance-free homes, single family homes on over-sized lots, two and three bedroom villas and low rise condominiums. An array of choices allows residences to select which style of living best suits them while allowing everyone to enjoy this spectacular and prestigious golf community.

TPC at Prestancia is a private golf club with two 18-hole championship golf courses. Enjoy their grand Mediterranean-style clubhouse featuring banquet facilities for all occasions, private meeting and a la carte service. Other resort style available at the adjacent Serendipity Racquet Club include, a pool, fitness center, world-class tennis facilities and a pro shop for your convenient shopping pleasure.

For more information on this exclusive community, visit our Prestancia page where you can view all properties currently listed for sale.

Where can one find 31 acres of lush landscapes, a large resort style pool and club house, and best of all, over 1,400 lineal feet of beach frontage? Welcome to Beachplace condo on Longboat Key where many call their home Paradise. For those who like to keep active, residents have access to the tennis courts or exercise facilities in the clubhouse. Built in the early 80's, this complex of 11 six story buildings has been through many weather conditions and is still holding up strong and more beautiful than ever.

Many residences enjoy their paradise all year round but rentals are permitted with a minimum occupancy of one month. Beachplace is zoned as a residential neighborhood and by keeping the rentals to a minimum, this allows full time residents to not be hassled by too many distractive tourists.

What more can anyone ask for, beautiful sunsets every evening from your home, scenic strolls along Longboat Key, and peaceful walks on the beach at your leisure. Paradise has been found.

For those interested in Sarasota golf course living, there are many options to suite every lifestyle and price range. Whether you are looking for a maintenance-free villa, townhouse or a large mansion on the fairway, our website can help you explore all the possibilities.

Below are several of Sarasota and Bradenton's most popular country club communities:

• Prestancia
• Laurel Oak
• The Founders Club
• The Concession
• Bent Tree
• Gator Creek
• University Park
• The Oaks

Contact us today for more information on golf course real estate and memberships or visit our website.

There comes a time when people realize that life can be lived many different ways. For those in Sarasota, the time is now to experience a healthy lifestyle and long life. This idea was introduced by a concept found in a small Japanese village called Kanaya. After many years of studies and research, Dr. Harvey Kaltsas developed this "health inspired" luxury condo in downtown Sarasota, called Kanaya.

Dr. Kaltsas has helped incorporate Feng Shui into the building to help residences live a happier lifestyle along with energy efficient units. Kanaya promotes a healthy living environment by offering amenities such as, a chlorine free lap pool and hot tub, a tranquil Japanese rock garden, a saltwater aquarium, two gym facilities including a pilates and yoga area and the traditional workout gym and many other peaceful and calming activities. Too often, people create stress in their life because of their environment, but now they have the chance to change all of that with the help of some Feng Shui. With 35 luxurious and health-concious units, one can experience the difference of living, and living "well balanced." With 14 floors and a covered rooftop terrace, residents can enjoy beautiful panaramic views of the bay and Downtown Sarasota. This condominium is the only one of it's kind in the area, where East meets West and your health is paramount.

Not only is Kanaya great for your health, but it is conveniently located in Downtown Sarasota between Laurel Park and Burns Court. Residents are just minutes away from shopping, dining, arts, theater and many more. Come and experience the difference of Kanaya where sweet simplicity and healthy harmony meet elegance and convenience. View detailed information, photos and virtual tours of all listings currently available at our website.