Southwest Florida beckons travelers from all over the world with its laid-back, tropical vibe and year-round warm weather, why not call it home? Picture yourself in this coastal paradise, celebrated for its pristine white-sand beaches, awe-inspiring sunsets and lifestyle that feels like an everlasting vacation. Whether you’re seeking a seasonal escape or a permanent retreat, Lennar presents some of the top communities with new homes now selling in truly resort-inspired settings.
From social clubhouses with onsite dining to stunning golf courses, pristine pickleball courts and Instagram-worthy swimming pools, explore this list of our top resort-inspired communities to start your journey home.
Fort Myers
Brightwater Lagoon is set in North Fort Myers and is a community that feels more like a sanctuary than a new home neighborhood. Imagine sipping a refreshing drink on sandy shores, gazing out at crystal-clear blue waters — all embraced by graceful palm trees. This inland beachfront community is built around a beautiful Lagoon and offers resident-exclusive activities and entertainment.
Timber Creek is nestled in the heart of Fort Myers and offers a recreation, lifestyle-focused community with new single-family homes for sale. Homeowners enjoy easy access to top-notch amenities, just steps away from their front door. The clubhouse boasts a resort pool and lap pool with indoor and outdoor dining and bar, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees. Onsite sports courts are great for friendly competition and panoramic lake views will have you enjoying an everyday state of calm.
Portico is an ideal home for nature lovers. This community is surrounded by lakes and marshes in Fort Myers and offers new homes for sale minutes from outdoor destinations including the Caloosahatchee River and Manatee Park. Onsite amenities include pristine sports courts, a sparkling swimming pool, playground and fitness center, all of which can be found at the community Town Center.
Lakewood Ranch
Lorraine Lakes at Lakewood Ranch is a coveted community within the award-winning Lakewood Ranch area, known as a top destination for paradise lovers. Homeowners enjoy top-notch amenities, from a clubhouse with a resort pool and lap pool, indoor and outdoor dining and bar, and social events programmed by a lifestyle director. Homeowners also enjoy all the best beaches, culture and dining that await in the surrounding Sarasota/Manatee area.
Estero
Verdana Village is a guard-gated community in the coastal area of Estero, close to Estero Bay Preserve it’s a place of coveted Florida living. Offering new homes for sale, you can enjoy an amenity-filled lifestyle. In addition to a prime location the community features a community center, indoor AND outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and pickleballs. As well as a sparkling resort swimming pool lined by palm trees with shaded cabanas offering the perfect place to kick back and relax.
WildBlue is tucked in Estero and offers luxury lakefront living in a community that spans 3,000+ acres just north of Naples and south of Fort Myers. The homes are centered around 800 acres of lakes and 1,329 acres of surrounding preserve land. Ideal for boating, kayaking or luxury amenities at the state-of-the-art clubhouse, which comes complete with a spa, sauna, gathering terrace, fitness centers and more. Plus, onsite dining, tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts. Stay active in style!
Punta Gorda
Tuckers Cove in Babcock Ranch is a one-of-a-kind waterpark-inspired community, with a variety of home designs for all ages, including Next Gen® homes ideal for multigenerational families or anyone in search of extra space. Combining the perfect blend of eco-friendly living, water attractions and resort-inspired amenities, this one-of-a-kind community features an aquatic theme park with a lazy river and water slide, a luau beach, pools, parks, restaurants and multiple sports courts.
Willowgreen in Babcock Ranch is an intimate collection of luxury coach homes located moments from Founder’s Square, the heart of Babcock Ranch. Located in America’s first solar powered town to guarantee eco-friendly living, enjoy summer walks through beautiful streetscapes and hours of fun at the onsite pool. At night during the cooler months, gather around the fire pit in the park to embrace the simple joys in life.
Englewood
Island Lakes and Palm Lake are two communities of new homes for sale at Coco Bay, a coveted community that offers a resort-inspired setting minutes from the pristine beauty and unspoiled serenity of Englewood’s barrier island beaches. this island-inspired neighborhood enjoys private amenities including a sparkling swimming pool, fitness center, playground and pickleball courts.
