Brightmore at Wellen Park is a gated 55+ active adult community located in the Playmore District of Wellen Park in Venice, Florida. Developed by Mattamy Homes, Brightmore is Wellen Park’s first age-qualified neighborhood and offers single-story paired villas and single-family homes surrounded by lakes, preserves, and an extensive resort-style amenity campus.
Designed for active adults seeking newer construction, low-maintenance living, recreation, and social opportunities, Brightmore combines modern home designs with convenient access to Downtown Wellen, CoolToday Park, shopping, dining, healthcare, outdoor recreation, and Gulf Coast beaches.
Homes at Brightmore at Wellen Park
Brightmore offers a collection of single-story paired villas and detached single-family homes designed specifically for 55+ living. Floor plans emphasize open living areas, flexible spaces, outdoor living, and comfortable primary suites while providing options for both full-time and seasonal residents.
Homes are available in a variety of sizes and configurations, with many properties positioned along lakes or wetland preserves. Depending on the floor plan and homesite, features may include covered lanais, flex rooms or studies, quartz countertops, impact-resistant windows, smart-home technology, paver driveways, and two-car garages.
Brightmore Community Amenities
Brightmore is centered around an approximately 11-acre resort-style amenity campus designed for recreation, wellness, relaxation, and social connection. Brightmore Hall serves as the community’s primary gathering place, complemented by extensive outdoor recreation areas and a full calendar of resident activities.
- Brightmore Hall lakefront clubhouse
- Resort-style swimming pool with beach-style entry and sun shelf
- Separate lap pool
- Spa and poolside gathering areas
- Fitness center
- Group fitness and movement studio
- Nine pickleball courts, including a tournament-style court
- Bocce courts
- Café and bar
- Social hall and clubroom
- Outdoor gathering and dining areas
- Fire pits and shaded relaxation areas
- Yoga and activity lawn
- Paw park
- Resident clubs, classes, events, and lifestyle programming
The combination of indoor and outdoor amenities gives residents numerous ways to stay active, meet neighbors, participate in organized activities, or simply enjoy the Florida lifestyle close to home.
Brightmore Location in Wellen Park
Brightmore is located along West Villages Parkway in Wellen Park’s Playmore District. Its location places residents near both Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park while providing convenient access to U.S. 41/Tamiami Trail and nearby River Road.
Downtown Wellen is centered around Grand Lake and offers restaurants, shops, community events, walking and biking paths, outdoor recreation, and waterfront gathering spaces. CoolToday Park, the spring training home of the Atlanta Braves, is also nearby and hosts baseball as well as concerts, festivals, markets, and community events throughout the year.
Nearby Beaches and Attractions
Brightmore residents are within driving distance of many of the destinations that make the Venice area popular with both full-time and seasonal homeowners. Venice Beach, Caspersen Beach, Blind Pass Beach, Venice Island, historic Downtown Venice, golf courses, boating, fishing, and other Gulf Coast recreation are all accessible from the community.
The surrounding Wellen Park area also continues to expand with additional shopping, dining, healthcare, services, recreation, and community amenities, giving Brightmore residents convenient access to everyday needs without sacrificing proximity to the coast.
Similar Communities Near Brightmore
Buyers considering Brightmore may also want to explore other active-adult and resort-style communities in the Venice and Wellen Park area:
- Venetian Falls – An established 55+ Venice community offering villas, single-family homes, a clubhouse, pool, fitness facilities, and organized activities.
- IslandWalk at Wellen Park – A nearby gated Wellen Park community with extensive resort amenities, lakes, villas, and single-family homes. IslandWalk is not age-restricted.
- Gran Paradiso – A gated Wellen Park community known for its large resort-style amenity complex and variety of residential options.
- Renaissance at Wellen Park – A gated Wellen Park neighborhood offering villas, single-family homes, and community recreation amenities.
- Venice 55+ Communities – Explore additional age-qualified and active-adult communities throughout the greater Venice area.
Brightmore at Wellen Park Homes for Sale | Venice Florida
Current Brightmore homes for sale are displayed below. Available properties may include paired villas, single-family homes, quick move-in new construction, and resale opportunities with lake, preserve, or other desirable homesite locations. Inventory and pricing can change frequently, so the listings below provide the most current look at Brightmore real estate.
Brightmore at Wellen Park FAQs
Is Brightmore at Wellen Park a 55+ community?
Yes. Brightmore is an age-qualified 55+ active adult community and was the first 55+ residential neighborhood introduced within Wellen Park.
What types of homes are available in Brightmore?
Brightmore offers single-story paired villas and detached single-family homes. Floor plans vary in size and configuration, with options designed for low-maintenance active-adult living.
What amenities does Brightmore offer?
Brightmore features an approximately 11-acre amenity campus with a lakefront clubhouse, resort-style pool, lap pool, fitness facilities, group exercise spaces, nine pickleball courts, bocce, a café and bar, dog park, outdoor gathering areas, and organized resident activities and events.
Where is Brightmore located within Wellen Park?
Brightmore is located in Wellen Park’s Playmore District along West Villages Parkway. The community is close to Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park and provides convenient access to U.S. 41 and River Road.
Who builds homes in Brightmore at Wellen Park?
Brightmore is developed and built by Mattamy Homes, which offers both paired villa and single-family home designs within the community.
If you are considering Brightmore at Wellen Park, The Wendy Lynn Group can help you compare new construction and resale opportunities, understand the community’s 55+ lifestyle and amenities, and evaluate Brightmore alongside other active-adult communities in Venice and Wellen Park.
