The Plantation Golf & Country Club is one of the largest established golf-oriented residential communities in Venice, Florida. Located in the 34293 ZIP code, The Plantation spans more than 1,300 acres and contains 2,407 residential properties surrounded by two championship golf courses, lakes, preserves, mature landscaping, and dozens of individual residential neighborhoods.
Development of The Plantation began in 1981, creating a wide variety of housing that includes condominiums, attached and detached villas, patio homes, single-family residences, and larger estate homes. An important distinction for buyers is that residential ownership and membership in Plantation Golf & Country Club are separate. Buyers may own property within The Plantation without joining the private country club.
Homes, Villas & Condos at The Plantation
The Plantation offers one of the broadest selections of housing in the Venice area. The Plantation Management Association oversees 2,407 properties distributed among 49 individual condominium and homeowners associations, along with three sub-master associations.
Housing options include:
- Low-rise condominium residences
- Attached maintenance-free villas
- Detached villas
- Patio homes
- Traditional single-family homes
- Executive and estate residences
Home sizes, architecture, association responsibilities, and maintenance arrangements vary considerably throughout the community. Buyers can find compact two-bedroom condos and villas as well as larger custom single-family residences exceeding 3,000 square feet.
Golf-course, lake, preserve, and landscaped views are common throughout The Plantation. Individual properties may also feature private swimming pools, screened lanais, outdoor kitchens, garages, updated hurricane protection, remodeled interiors, and other owner improvements.
Plantation Neighborhoods & Associations
The Plantation is not one uniform subdivision with a single HOA fee or maintenance program. It is a large master community composed of dozens of individual neighborhoods and condominium associations.
Residential areas include communities such as Myrtle Trace, St. Andrews Park, Farmington Vistas, Augusta Villas, Governor’s Green, Lynwood Glen, and numerous other condominium, villa, patio-home, and single-family neighborhoods.
Some neighborhoods provide their own swimming pools, clubhouses, exterior maintenance, lawn care, building insurance, roof reserves, or other services, while traditional single-family sections may place more maintenance responsibility on individual homeowners.
Because fees and services vary substantially, buyers should evaluate the specific neighborhood association rather than relying on a single Plantation-wide HOA figure.
36 Holes of Championship Golf
Plantation Golf & Country Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Ron Garl.
- Bobcat Course – Opened in 1982
- Panther Course – Opened in 1987
Together, the Bobcat and Panther courses provide 36 holes of private-club golf with lakes, mature landscaping, native vegetation, bunkering, and multiple tee options.
The club also offers a driving range, practice putting and chipping greens, professional instruction, a golf learning center, locker facilities, and a full-service golf shop.
LPGA Qualifying History
Plantation Golf & Country Club has a long association with professional women’s golf. The club hosted its first LPGA qualifying event in 1988 and continues to identify itself as the home of the LPGA Annual Tour Qualifier.
This history has helped establish Plantation as one of the better-known golf communities in the Venice area, although the golf facilities remain part of the private club rather than an amenity automatically included with residential ownership.
Is Golf Membership Required?
No. Membership in Plantation Golf & Country Club is not required simply because you own a home or condominium within The Plantation.
The Plantation Management Association, which governs the residential master community, and Plantation Golf & Country Club are separate legal entities. Homeowners may choose whether private-club membership fits their lifestyle.
The club currently offers several membership categories, including full golf, sports and fitness, and dining-oriented options. Membership categories, initiation fees, dues, availability, and privileges can change, so buyers interested in joining should obtain current information directly from the club.
Plantation Golf & Country Club Amenities
Buyers who choose an appropriate private-club membership can gain access to an extensive collection of recreational and social amenities.
- Two 18-hole Ron Garl championship golf courses
- Golf practice facilities and learning center
- Private clubhouse
- Casual, formal, and outdoor dining
- Heated and seasonally chilled Junior Olympic-size swimming pool
- Community spa
- Fitness center and exercise studio
- Har-Tru tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Bocce courts
- Card and activity rooms
- Social events and entertainment
- Golf, racquet, fitness, and instructional programs
These private-club amenities should not be confused with amenities belonging to individual Plantation residential associations. Some neighborhoods maintain their own pools, clubhouses, and recreational facilities independent of country club membership.
Plantation Management Association
Every property owner within The Plantation is a member of the Plantation Management Association, or PMA, which serves as the master homeowners association for the residential community.
The PMA oversees community-wide responsibilities such as lakes and water-management areas, security functions, common landscaping, and other shared matters that extend beyond the individual neighborhood associations.
The master association also maintains a community park near Wexford Boulevard and Wexford Drive with recreational facilities including basketball, shuffleboard, and a children’s playground.
Maintenance-Free Options
One of the advantages of The Plantation is the number of maintenance-oriented residential choices. Many condominium and villa neighborhoods include varying levels of exterior building maintenance, landscaping, lawn care, pest control, roof reserves, building insurance, community-pool maintenance, and other services.
Other Plantation neighborhoods consist of traditional fee-simple single-family homes where owners are responsible for most property maintenance.
Buyers should carefully review all applicable master, sub-master, condominium, and neighborhood association fees along with insurance and maintenance responsibilities for the specific property.
No Mandatory Golf Membership & No CDD
Current MLS listings throughout The Plantation identify country club membership as optional rather than mandatory. Current listings also consistently identify Plantation properties as having no Community Development District fee.
Individual properties can nevertheless have multiple association assessments because of The Plantation’s master-association and neighborhood-association structure. Buyers should consider the total cost of all applicable fees rather than comparing only the master HOA assessment.
Plantation Location in Venice
The Plantation Golf & Country Club is located in southern Venice, Florida 34293, near U.S. 41/Tamiami Trail and several miles south of historic Downtown Venice.
The location provides convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, healthcare, retail centers, golf, Wellen Park, Downtown Wellen, CoolToday Park, and other destinations throughout southern Sarasota County.
Historic Downtown Venice and Venice Island are also within a convenient drive, providing access to restaurants, boutiques, cultural attractions, waterfront parks, and Gulf beaches.
Nearby Beaches & Attractions
Residents can reach Venice Beach, Caspersen Beach, Brohard Beach, Manasota Beach, the Venice Fishing Pier, historic Downtown Venice, the Legacy Trail, and numerous parks and recreation areas.
Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park are also nearby, while boating, fishing, cycling, shopping, restaurants, cultural venues, and additional golf courses are available throughout the greater Venice area.
Similar Venice Golf Communities
- Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club – An established Venice golf community with 27 holes, single-family homes, villas, social amenities, and optional golf membership.
- Venice Golf & Country Club – A gated private golf community of single-family homes where club membership is tied to residential ownership.
- Wellen Park Golf & Country Club – A newer gated golf community offering multiple residential styles, championship golf, and resort-style amenities.
- Venetian Golf & River Club – An established North Venice/Nokomis golf community offering single-family homes, recreation facilities, and a private golf club.
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Plantation Golf & Country Club Homes & Condos for Sale | Venice Florida
Explore current Plantation Golf & Country Club homes, villas, and condos for sale below. Because The Plantation includes dozens of individual residential associations, buyers should compare property type, HOA and condominium fees, maintenance responsibilities, insurance, views, neighborhood amenities, and optional country club membership when evaluating available properties.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plantation Golf & Country Club
How many homes are in The Plantation?
The Plantation Management Association currently identifies 2,407 residential properties across more than 1,300 acres. The community includes 49 neighborhood condominium and homeowners associations along with three sub-master associations.
What types of homes are available in The Plantation?
The Plantation offers condominiums, attached and detached villas, patio homes, traditional single-family homes, and larger estate residences. Housing and maintenance arrangements vary considerably between neighborhoods.
Is golf membership required to live in The Plantation?
No. Residential ownership and membership in Plantation Golf & Country Club are separate. Country club membership is optional, and buyers can own a home, condo, or villa within The Plantation without joining the private club.
How many golf courses does Plantation Golf & Country Club have?
The private club has two 18-hole championship courses, Bobcat and Panther, both designed by Ron Garl. Together they provide 36 holes of golf along with extensive practice facilities.
Does The Plantation have a CDD fee?
Current MLS listings throughout The Plantation identify properties as having no Community Development District fee. Buyers should still review all applicable master, neighborhood, and condominium association assessments for the specific residence.
