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Avila Golf & Country Club Nearby Attractions Bok Tower Gardens Noted as one of the U.S.'s finest gardens, this National Historic Landmark surrounds a marble tower and Mediterranean style mansion. Big Cat Rescue This year-round feline sanctuary houses more than 100 rescued wild cats. Customized tours offered daily. Tampa Bay History Center Discover 12,000 years of history in Tampa's Channelside district. A 1920s cigar shop, museum store, Columbia Café are all on-site. 34 | FLORIDA HOMES MAGAZINE Avila Clubhouse Continued and Celebration Bermuda grass on the hand-cut greens, the fair ways and tees, as well as a fantastic pro shop with PGA professionals on staff. "Our players never have to book a tee time. They can just show up." says Glenn Zito, General Manager at Avila. The club's tennis facility has six Har-Tru courts, an obser vation deck with panoramic views of the courts and three certified tennis professionals. Junior golf and tennis programs are available. The immaculate 7000 sq. ft. fitness center has top of the line Cybex cardio machines, pilates, spinning , yoga and aerobic classes, a juice bar and an on-site spa with massage therapists, acupuncture and steam rooms. The swimming pavilion has a 25-yard junior Olympic size pool, children's pool, snack area, lanai and playground. The atrium in the clubhouse is nothing short of spectacular with grand pillars, archways and vintage Italian motifs that lead to The Main Dining Room, one of the club's five dining areas. The Main Dining Room has a deep, dark wood interior with a visible wine storage for members and an outdoor terrace that overlooks the golf course. The restaurant features Sunday champagne brunch, buffets on family nights and hosts extravagant holiday events. Avila accommodates casual and fine dining experiences with the option of having your meal delivered right to your door. Home deliver y sales account for more than half a million dollars in annual revenue for the club; a testament to the restaurant's superb quality of ser vice. While Avila Golf and Countr y Club is entirely private and discreet (new members require a sponsor and must be voted in by the membership committee), its atmosphere is warm and inviting. Avila maintains a culture of family and inclusiveness among its members of all ages; a sentiment that also resonates in the community. When you purchase a home in Avila, you aren't just moving into a new house—you are stepping into a lifestyle. "Our residents tend to move within the community," says Mitzi Gill, luxur y real estate professional for Avila. Avila Golf and Countr y Club is a complimentar y centerpiece for your life. It's the perfect place for your wedding , social event or business meeting. Whether you're entertaining or leisurely enjoying the club's amenities, Avila has considered ever y detail. Being a part of Avila is not just a membership, it is a way of life. Avila Pool Contributing Writers Mitzi Gill, REALTOR® MGill@SmithAndAssociates.com Direct: 813-334-4989 MitziGill.com Dina Smith, REALTOR® Dina@DSmithProperties.com Direct: 813-760-6354 DSmithProperties.com

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