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the expansive layout provides players the feeling of having the place to themselves. ere are no parallel fair ways, and each hole is routed in a different direction to promote var ying wind conditions throughout your round - a characteristic unique to only the world's most elite courses. e golf course is renowned for its tournament quality conditioning (they will host the 2015 NCA A Men's and Women's Championships) as well as the countr y's highest slope rating. Recently new conveniences have been introduced, such as national memberships, golf coages, and a Young Professional categor y has been added to their membership offerings. In 2009, while many clubs were investigating methods of cuing corners, e Concession opened a spacious new clubhouse worthy of the Cup. With wide verandas overlooking the golf course and lake, the clubhouse features a men's locker room complete with lockers for 25 of the living Ryder Cup captains. ey also introduced a superior culinar y experience that is as good as the area's notable restaurants. e Old Florida landscape is reminiscent of North Carolina, but improved upon by the warm Florida winters. e 1,200 virgin acres of centur y-old oaks, towering pines and protected wetlands will be home to a mere 236 home sites. Most of e Concession home sites are at least an acre, ensuring a stately, private seing for grand estate living within the three neighborhoods: Nick laus Manor, Birkdale and Lindrick. For centuries, the never-developed site of e Concession has been an important habitat for many of Florida's unique species of wildlife and vegetation. e master plan for the community calls for the preser vation of the unique character of the pristine environment. e Concession was thoughtfully placed in close prox imity to one of the most vibrant and culturally relevant cities in Florida, Sarasota. Long embraced as a vacation getaway by the world 's rich and famous, nearby Sarasota has all the amenities the elite require. e cultural scene alone boasts world-class opera, ballet, museums and art galleries. e surrounding natural landscape is also an internationally appreciated wonderland. e waters of the Gulf Coast off of Southwest Florida perennially provide ample opportunity for boating , fishing , and kayaking , as well as relax ing at one of the world 's Top 10 beaches—Siesta Key. One of the impressive amenities exclusive to members is use of the club's luxurious 53-foot yacht for travel and private parties in Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mex ico. Inspired by a great moment in golf 's histor y, and created by those with true vision, e Concession now finds itself at another great moment: the ideal time and place for discerning home buyers and golfers searching for the home of their dreams. The Concession Nearby Attractions Music on Main Street It might be swing, it might be country, or it might just be a little bit of rock and roll. But it's always free and its always the first Friday of every month on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch. Sarasota Polo Club at Lakewood Ranch Since 1991, the Sarasota Polo Club at Lakewood Ranch has been providing exhilarating polo matches every Sunday during winter season. With 130 acres of perfectly manicured grounds, the Sarasota Polo Club boasts nine world-class polo fields and a regulation size arena. Saturday Farmers Market Buy local and shop with area farmers every Saturday from 8am to 1pm on Main Street November through May. Ringling Museum of Art The Ringling mansion, Ca' d'Zan, a fine arts museum and circus museum are located on the meticulously groomed 65-acre estate of John and Mabel Ringling. The museum's collection contains a wide array of fine art from the past 500 years. 48 | FLORIDA HOMES MAGAZINE Contributing Writers Mark Bruce and Tony Panico e Concession Real Estate Company, Inc. 941-388-0501 & 866-951-6484 theconcessionrealestate.com The Concession's 53-Foot Yacht View a video tour of this community on our website and within the pages of our Video-Magazine at FloridaHomesMag.com Park with Prestige... Space is Limited! Lots from $225k and Home/Lot Packages from $899k The Concession Real Estate Company, Inc. | 7700 Lindrick Lane | Bradenton, FL 34202 www.theconcessionrealestate.com | For a private tour or more information, call our Sales Office: (941) 388-0501

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