Homes For Sale Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch
Some gated communities in Lakewood Ranch are designed as specialty villages that cater to specific home buyers. In the case of Del Webb, which is a 55+ village, the focus is on active residents who wish to enjoy their golden years in a vibrant and social setting. Nestled amidst Florida vegetation and lakes, Del Webb offers a true retirement haven.
A Quiet and Convenient Location
Del Webb is located between the Esplanade and Waterbury districts of Lakewood Ranch, just south of State Road 70, and about seven miles west of I-75. This part of Manatee County is pleasantly leafy and surrounded by golf courses, country clubs, and nature preserves. Retirees looking for privacy and tranquility will certainly enjoy living in this gated community, which is surrounded by greenbelt spaces that buffer out traffic noise.
Although Del Webb feels nicely secluded, it is not isolated. If you need to drive to Downtown Bradenton or the beach, you can get there in 30 minutes. The nearest Publix supermarket at the Braden River shopping center is just two miles away, but if you need a more comprehensive shopping experience, Twelve Oaks Plaza offers everything from a Walmart supercenter to a Lowe’s Home Improvement store along with supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and more.
Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch – Homes for Sale
Luxurious Villas and Single-Family Homes
Del Webb is known to develop and manage some of the most upscale 55+ communities for Florida residents. For this Lakewood Ranch village, Del Webb selected models from its Vista, Scenic, Distinctive, and Echelon collections. The attached garden villas offer the coziest floor plans with two bedrooms and two bathrooms built on 1,405 square feet of living space. The Echelon series offers more spacious models with up to four bedrooms and 2,808 square feet of interior.
The architectural style of Del Webb at Lakewood Ranch is Mediterranean revival. Interior details and features include gourmet kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. All homes offer covered lanais (Florida rooms); some of the Echelon models have summer kitchens and screened-in swimming pools. Some of the properties are situated near lakes, ponds, and nature preserves you can appreciate from panoramic windows or the lanai.
What We Like About Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch
- Perfect for house hunters who are heading into retirement
- Great location not far from the beach
- On-premise lifestyle director
- A nice range of resort-like amenities for active seniors
Resort-Like Amenities
As previously mentioned, Del Webb specializes in 55+ communities, and you can see this expertise in the lavish neighborhood amenities and lifestyle programs available to residents and their guests. The clubhouse features a modern fitness center and studio for group activities such as yoga. Living here feels like an extended stay in a Caribbean resort; you can swim in the lagoon-shaped swimming pool and walk over to the barefoot bar or the spa.
You can mingle with residents or entertain guests at the fire pit, clubhouse lounges, and picnic areas. Recreational activities at Del Webb are managed by a lifestyle director who organizes classes, trips, workshops, and social gatherings. There are also sports courts for tennis and pickleball in addition to a bocce ball field.