Heron Creek Golf & Country Club is a gated, master-planned golf community in North Port, Florida 34287 featuring approximately 830 residences surrounded by championship golf, lakes, preserves and mature landscaping. The established community offers a combination of attached villas, single-family homes and larger estate-style residences in a country club setting near Sumter Boulevard.
At the center of Heron Creek is a 27-hole Arthur Hills-designed championship golf course along with an extensive collection of recreational and social amenities. The community is not age restricted and has no CDD, making it an alternative for buyers seeking an established gated golf community without a separate Community Development District assessment.
Homes in Heron Creek
Heron Creek was developed primarily from approximately 2000 through 2011 and is now an established resale community. Homes are arranged throughout a series of smaller neighborhoods overlooking golf fairways, lakes, landscaped areas and natural preserves.
Depending on the property and neighborhood section, buyers may find:
- Attached villas and single-family homes
- Two-, three- and four-bedroom floor plans
- Single-story living in many residences
- Two- and three-car garages on select homes
- Open and split-bedroom layouts
- Screened lanais
- Private swimming pools on select properties
- Golf-course views
- Lake and pond views
- Preserve and landscaped views
- Low-maintenance villa options
- Larger estate-style residences
Because Heron Creek was built over a number of years, condition and improvements vary considerably from one property to another. Buyers should compare roof age, HVAC systems, windows and hurricane protection, pool equipment, appliances, flooring, kitchen and bathroom updates and other major improvements when evaluating resale homes.
Heron Creek Golf & Country Club
The centerpiece of the community is Heron Creek Golf & Country Club, a semi-private country club built around an Arthur Hills-designed 27-hole championship golf course.
The course consists of three distinctive nine-hole layouts:
- Oaks Course
- Marsh Course
- Creek Course
The three nines can be combined into different 18-hole configurations, while the club also provides practice and learning facilities for golfers.
Heron Creek Community Amenities
Country club amenities currently include:
- 27-hole Arthur Hills championship golf course
- Golf practice and learning facilities
- Approximately 21,000-square-foot, two-level clubhouse
- Five Har-Tru tennis courts
- Fitness center
- Resort-style swimming pool
- Spa
- Golf pro shop
- Fine and casual dining
- Meeting and event spaces
- Social activities and organized events
Heron Creek Golf & Country Club offers several membership categories, and membership privileges, dues, initiation fees and requirements can change over time.
Heron Creek Country Club Membership Requirements
Buyers should understand the distinction between the Heron Creek Community Association and Heron Creek Golf & Country Club.
A recorded amendment to the Heron Creek governing documents requires homeowners acquiring title after April 30, 2008 to become members of the Country Club. The specific membership category, initiation requirements, dues and privileges should be confirmed directly with the club and through the current governing documents before purchasing.
Golf privileges depend on the membership selected, so buyers should not assume that every required club membership provides unlimited golf.
Heron Creek HOA
Heron Creek has a homeowners association responsible for maintaining community standards and shared property.
Association fees and services can vary depending on the property type and neighborhood section, particularly between attached villas and detached single-family residences. Buyers should review the current HOA budget, fee schedule, governing documents, reserve information and any applicable neighborhood-specific association requirements when considering a property.
No CDD in Heron Creek
Heron Creek does not currently have a Community Development District, or CDD, assessment attached to its homes.
Owners are responsible for applicable homeowners association and country club obligations, but there is no separate Heron Creek CDD assessment collected through the annual property tax bill.
Is Heron Creek a 55+ Community?
No. Heron Creek is not an age-restricted 55+ community.
The neighborhood is open to buyers of all ages subject to the community’s governing documents, association requirements and applicable country club membership provisions.
Golf, Lake & Preserve Views
One of Heron Creek’s defining characteristics is the amount of open space integrated throughout the neighborhood.
Homes are positioned around golf fairways, lakes, landscaped areas and protected natural surroundings, creating a variety of view options throughout the community. Homesite location can therefore make a significant difference in privacy, outdoor living space and scenery when comparing properties.
Buyers specifically interested in golf-course, lake or preserve views should compare individual homesites rather than assuming every Heron Creek property offers the same setting.
Heron Creek Location
Heron Creek is located near Heron Creek Boulevard and Sumter Boulevard in North Port, between U.S. 41 and Interstate 75.
The location provides convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, healthcare, North Port City Hall and other everyday services along the Sumter Boulevard and U.S. 41 corridors.
Interstate 75 provides access north toward Venice and Sarasota and south toward Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda. Wellen Park is also accessible for additional shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation.
Nearby Parks & Recreation
Heron Creek residents have access to a variety of recreational destinations beyond the country club.
Nearby North Port attractions include the North Port Aquatic Center, Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park and Warm Mineral Springs Park. The surrounding region also provides opportunities for hiking, kayaking, biking, fishing and nature exploration.
Gulf Coast beaches in Venice and Englewood are accessible by car, while Wellen Park offers restaurants, community events and CoolToday Park, the spring training home of the Atlanta Braves.
Similar North Port Communities
- Bobcat Trail – An established gated North Port community offering single-family homes, villas, clubhouse recreation, swimming, fitness and racquet facilities.
- Talon Bay – A gated community with single-family homes and villas, lakes, nature preserves, clubhouse amenities, fitness, swimming and tennis.
- Lakeside Plantation – An established planned community with single-family homes and villas along with extensive clubhouse, pool, fitness and recreational amenities.
- Charleston Park – A smaller gated community of detached single-family homes with private streets, mature landscaping, ponds and no CDD.
- Sabal Trace – A gated North Port community offering single-family homes, villas and condominiums in an established residential setting.
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Heron Creek Homes for Sale | North Port Florida
Explore current Heron Creek homes for sale below. This established gated North Port golf community offers attached villas, single-family homes and estate-style residences surrounded by an Arthur Hills-designed 27-hole golf course, lakes and natural preserves. Buyers should review both homeowners association obligations and current country club membership requirements when comparing available properties.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heron Creek
How many homes are in Heron Creek?
Heron Creek contains approximately 830 residences, including attached villas, single-family homes and larger estate-style properties.
Does Heron Creek have a CDD?
No. Heron Creek does not currently have a Community Development District or CDD assessment attached to its homes. HOA and applicable country club fees are separate expenses.
Is Heron Creek a 55+ community?
No. Heron Creek is not an age-restricted 55+ community.
Is country club membership required in Heron Creek?
A recorded amendment to the Heron Creek governing documents requires homeowners acquiring title after April 30, 2008 to become members of the Country Club. Buyers should verify the current minimum membership category, initiation requirements and dues before purchasing.
How many golf holes are at Heron Creek?
Heron Creek Golf & Country Club has 27 holes designed by Arthur Hills. The course is divided into three nine-hole layouts known as Oaks, Marsh and Creek.
