Developer announces fall opening for new community

LAKEWOOD RANCH — Kolter Homes is planning a fall opening of its new Cresswind community in Lakewood Ranch for the 55-plus age group. 

Land development for Cresswind Lakewood Ranch began late last year, according to a press release. The property is within the master-planned community of Lakewood Ranch. Cresswind is expected to include 648 homes. 

"The experience Kolter has gained over the last 10 years with our Cresswind communities in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas gives us a deep appreciation for what today's active adult homebuyer is looking for," says Kolter Homes Vice President David Langhout in a statement.

Plans for the community include a clubhouse overseen by a full-time lifestyle director with a demonstration kitchen, ballroom, fitness center, yoga studio, art studio with ceramics, billiards and social clubs. 

Planned outdoor amenities include pickleball and tennis courts, walking trails, resort-style pool and spa, event lawn, bocce courts and social areas. 

The Lakewood Ranch community will be Kolter Homes' eighth Cresswind community. It will be its second new home community in the Sarasota market. The company is also developing and building Artistry Sarasota. 

Kolter Homes is an affiliate of real estate development and investment firm The Kolter Group LLC. It is headquartered in Palm Beach County and is currently developing in over 40 locations throughout the Southeast U.S.