Homebuilder breaks ground on 18-hole golf course

LAKEWOOD RANCH — National homebuilder Taylor Morrison recently broke ground on an 18-hole golf course at its newest community, Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch. 

Taylor Morrison’s Southwest Florida division leadership team as well as members from Pope Properties, Waldrop Engineering and Ryangolf attended the groundbreaking ceremony, according to a press release. 

Designed by architect and veteran course designer Chris Wilczynski in conjunction with Ryangolf Corp., the 18-hole golf course is expected to be completed in late first quarter or early second quarter 2020. 

“We are excited to work with Chris again as he understands the vision of our Esplanade brand and helps us develop a golf course that complements its signature lifestyle,” says Cammie Longenecker, division president of Taylor Morrison Southwest Florida, in the statement. 

Residents at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch will have access to the private 18-hole golf course as well as planned resort amenities, including a wellness center, culinary center, resort-style pool, sports courts, fitness center, fire pits and a full-time lifestyle manager. 

In addition to the Esplanade neighborhood, the Azario Lakewood Ranch community will also include Park East at Azario, a single-family home neighborhood with dedicated planned amenities. 

Taylor Morrison Home Corp. is based in Scottsdale, Ariz. The company operates under two brands, Taylor Morrison and Darling Homes.