A small, resort-style golf community with lots of amenities, the River Strand Golf and Country Club in Bradenton, Florida, is a beautiful riverbank waterfront neighborhood that blends a variety of golf homes that will appeal to golfers and non-golfers alike. The best-selling feature of this Manatee County community is the wide range of golf properties, ideal for almost anyone looking to buy their ideal golf home.

Developed by one of America’s most reputable home builders, the Lennar Corporation, River Strand has nearly 2,000 golf residences, divided into three types: Golf Membership Included Homes, Social Member Homes at “The Sanctuary,” and Golf and Social Condos. Each type is different in terms of golf membership requirements for residents. Those who prefer to live right on the course should consider the golf-deeded homes that allow owners to play with no green fees. Golf properties under social membership are preferred by non-golfers because there are no additional fees yet homeowners have full access to the clubhouse amenities.

When it comes to prices, the River Strand Golf and Country Club offers detached golf homes at very reasonable rates from $200,000 to $700,000, while condos are priced from $100,000 to $200,000. These classically designed golf residences have spacious living areas from 1,600 to more than 3,000 square feet, featuring Mediterranean-styled three to five-bedroom, two to three-bathroom floor plans, and expansive car garages for both vehicles and golf carts. Most of the golf residences have views of either the 27-hole layout or the scenic Manatee River and lakes that residents can appreciate right from their massive bedroom windows. Some of the larger-sized golf properties have additional space for screened lanais, dens, or even private swimming pools.

Residents will never get bored within the guarded entrances of River Strand as it has a 39,000-square-foot clubhouse, recently refurbished in Floridian colors and character. Inside the clubhouse are dining facilities in a semi-formal dining area, a grille room, and a Tiki bar for those who want to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. The clubhouse also has a pool table, fitness center, aerobics room, locker rooms, resort-style swimming pool, resistance swimming pool, and heated spa.

Adjacent to the clubhouse is the Racquet Sports Pro Shop and nine Har-Tru clay tennis courts. Racquet sports extend to the community center and eight pickleball courts. The Racquet Pro Shop offers products for sale, and services such as racquet re-stringing, and staff members are certified teaching professionals ready to help residents with their tennis and pickle ball needs.

In addition to six satellite swimming pools strategically located throughout the community, River Strand’s community center also has a second resort-style swimming pool with a heated spa. At the community center, members can get in shape at a second fitness center. They can also frequently be found playing Bridge, Mahjong, and Bingo, as well as simply getting together for social events or some friendly competition on the half-court basketball courts. The River Strand Golf and Country Club also hosts numerous events throughout the year with live entertainment, including holiday parties, Trivia nights, Name That Tune competitions, and swimming pool parties.

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