Homebuyer s GUIDE. Wild. Life that borders on the

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1 Homebuyer s GUIDE Wild Life that borders on the

2 table of Contents 3-4 Right where you want to be 5-6 Weeki Wachee 7-8 Welcome to GlenLakes 9-10 Championship Golf at GlenLakes Country Club Amenities Take the Scenic Route 15 The Easy Living - GlenLakes Homes 16 Spread Out - Estate Homes 17 Resort Lifestyle of GlenLakes

3 Right where you want to be In the action, yet surrounded by tranquility

4 GlenLakes is located in Weeki Wachee, Florida, part of Florida s Nature Coast. Natural springs, lakes, the Weeki Wachee River, the Gulf of Mexico and thousands of acres of nature preserve provide a pristine habitat for wildlife, flora and fauna and year-round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Popular Homosassa Springs and Crystal River are a short drive to the north. Hernando County is home to 170,000 residents so there are ample services and restaurants close by. But big city delights await. Via the new Suncoast Expressway, Tampa International Airport is less than an hour away. World-class entertainment in Orlando is a mere 90 minutes east. One of the area s top-rated k-12 school is only two miles from GlenLakes. Colleges and universities, cultural destinations, world-class shopping, dozens of golf courses, and of course, miles of beautiful beaches are all within easy reach of GlenLakes. In a word, the location is perfect.

5 Weeki Wachee Golf, Mermaids & Major League Sports (Oh, My!)

6 For over 70 years, the mermaid show at Weeki Wachee Springs has attracted tourists from around the world and put Weeki Wachee on the map. This favorite, Old Florida attraction also offers a river cruise and a fun-filled water park. Through the many waterways, natural springs and the Gulf, you ll enjoy endless recreation from birding and boating to kayaking and swimming. The area is world-famous for inshore and offshore fishing. Tee-time? It s anytime with dozens of public and private golf courses within a 20-mile radius including GlenLakes own private championship course. Area entertainment is practically endless. Within 30 minutes of GlenLakes, you ll find special events and sporting events happening year-round. Enjoy Blueberry and Manatee Festivals, art shows, local farmers markets, community theater, eco-fests and golf tournaments. If major league sports are your game, catch spring training for the New York Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays and cheer on the Tampa Bay Rays. Catch professional football and pro hockey action with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Lightning. Living at GlenLakes, you ll never run out of exciting things to do!

7 Love where you live!

8 WELCOME TO Florida Living that Borders on the Wild Nature lovers, fitness aficionados, golfers and those who love an action-packed social life GlenLakes is it! Adjoining the 85,000- acre Chassahowitzka Nature Preserve which borders the Gulf of Mexico, GlenLakes captures everything you love about the Florida lifestyle: stunning views, championship golf, country club amenities, a secure, well maintained community and captivating home designs, perfect for entertaining and relaxation. All this and you re only minutes away from the white sand Gulf Coast beaches and excellent shopping, restaurants and medical facilities. It s little wonder that GlenLakes is consistently named One of the best places to retire by Where to Retire Magazine as well as a Top 50 Community by Ideal Living Magazine. GlenLakes is the Florida lifestyle, designed with you in mind.

9 Drive it home! Championship Golf at GlenLakes

10 The 18-hole, 6,782 yard championship course is the crown jewel of GlenLakes. Designed by Ron Garl, the course has a course rating of 71.4, a slope rating of 138 and multi-tiered driving range. The private course is challenging, beautiful and impeccably maintained. Mature stands of oak and pine, water features, undulating hills and sand traps provide endless variations of play. Golf Club members can take advantage of a full calendar of special events, scrambles and invitationals as well as instruction from the GlenLakes pro. Complementing the course is an Aqua driving range. A full-service Pro Shop caters to every golfer s needs. Members can book tee times online, by phone or in person. The shop carries clubs by Titleist, Cobra and Nike, shoes by FootJoy and Nike, and apparel brands that are only available in pro shops including Bette & Court and JoFit. After every game enjoy camaraderie at The 19th Hole, the main bar and lounge at the clubhouse.

11 C o u n t r y Cl u b Am e n i t i e s, Relaxed Attitude

12 Year after year, GlenLakes has been named a Top 50 Community by Where to Retire and Ideal Living magazines. Neighborhoods of gracious single family homes line pedestrian and golf cart-friendly streets. Beautiful landscaping complements the many water features and endless preserve views. Miles of trails and nature preserve provide refreshing outdoor escapes. Private club amenities include a clubhouse for social engagement, dining and fitness including a junior Olympic-size pool. Tennis courts, bocce ball courts, four brand new pickle ball courts, social events and a championship golf course define GlenLakes relaxed, yet very active, country club lifestyle. Residents rest easy knowing that maintenance and security are taken care of in this private, gated community.

13 Always take the Scenic Route

14 Florida s natural beauty is one of the most treasured aspects of life at GlenLakes. Bordered by the 85,000 Chassahowitzka The Neighboring ChassahowitzKa Wildlife Refug e Wildlife Refuge, the picturesque and peaceful landscape is destined to remain forever. Just minutes away, residents of GlenLakes can enjoy unprecedented access to the thousand of acres of estuaries, saltwater bays and brackish marshes that comprise the Refuge. Quaint streetscapes lead to popular trailheads that invite exploration of this scenic habitat that is home to over 250 species of birds, 50 species of reptiles and amphibians, and at least 25 species of mammals. For the more adventurous, one of the best ways to experience this natural preserve is by kayak or canoe. Paddlers have numerous launch points and routes to choose from to observe an abundance of wildlife, including otters, manatees, raccoons and alligators, and if you re lucky deer, bobcat or bear. Just 13 miles north of Weeki Wachee is a popular boat launch for accessing a seven-mile, roundtrip springs loop. For passionate cyclists or hikers, there are numerous trails meandering throughout the area.

15 The Easy Living & Luxury of a New GlenLakes Home homes h o m e s Addison Custom Homes, the exclusive builder at GlenLakes since 1997, offers an outstanding portfolio of homes designed for easy living and gracious entertaining. Ranging from 1,620 to over 3,000 square feet of space under air, every home is filled with features that wow: volume and tray ceilings, ceramic tile, spectacular island kitchens with granite and designer finishes throughout the home. Tour a model home then choose the perfect site for your new home. Nestled in the heart of GlenLakes is the newest neighborhood of estate home sites. Located between the 10th, 11th and 12th fairways and sparkling Cypress Lake, each estate home site offers outstanding views and plenty of room for a gracious home and private garden space. Opportunities are limited for the GlenLakes crown jewel of neighborhoods. If you want to move to GlenLakes right away, ask about our stunning inventory homes.

16 E s t a t e h o m e s Spread Out, Entertain, Relax Estate Homes: Spread Out, Entertain, Relax Entertain effortlessly in a home designed to flow from one gracious living area to another while opening to relaxing outdoor spaces. High-end kitchens with breakfast nooks, formal dining areas and spacious great rooms, porches and lanais all lend themselves to large gatherings or intimate conversation. Split bedroom plans ensure privacy for your master retreat with walk-in closets and sumptuous master bath. Every estate home comes with the high-quality features and workmanship you expect from Addison Custom Homes. Entertain effortlessly in a home designed to flow from one gracious living area to another while opening to relaxing outdoor spaces. High-end kitchens with breakfast nooks, formal dining areas and spacious great rooms, porches and lanais all lend themselves to large gatherings or intimate conversation. Split bedroom plans ensure privacy for your master retreat with walk-in closets and sumptuous master bath. Every estate home comes with the high-quality features and workmanship you expect from Addison Custom Homes.

17 Get Away from the Everyday Resort Lifesty le Live the at GlenLakes Weeki Wachee, Florida Homes from the low $200s to over $750,000 Seize the day! Call Void in states where prohibited by law.