Tarawood - Floral City, FL

About Tarawood

Tarawood is a gated 55+ community of new and resale single-family homes in Floral City, Florida. Three floor plans are available to buyers in the community, and there are a variety of amenities in the neighborhood. Floral City is a small, art-filled city that is close to state parks, freshwater lakes, and locally owned restaurants, galleries, and antique shops.

Active adult homebuyers looking for homes for sale in Floral City, Florida will enjoy what Tarawood has to offer.

Tarawood Amenities

Residents at Tarawood have access to a community clubhouse, which includes amenities such as a catering kitchen, a banquet hall, a library, a gym, a sewing room, and saunas. There’s also a pool table and a card table.

Outside, Tarawood residents can enjoy a swimming pool and shuffleboard courts. A large sundeck includes seating, and there are plenty of wide sidewalks and well-landscaped greenspaces to make the community an ideal spot for walks and bike rides.

Tarawood Homes & Real Estate

McLaughlin Construction began work at Tarawood in the 1990s. The first phase was completed then, and the second phase is currently under construction. Phase three will follow, with a plan to build 150 single-family homes in total. Homes range from 1,185 to 1,500 square feet and have three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. Features in most homes include an open floor plan and a screened lanai. There are three floor plans to choose from.

The Poinciana offers 1,185 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The large living and dining area opens into a lanai. The master suite includes a walk-in closet, and the two additional bedrooms share a bathroom.

The Cypress floor plan offers 1,500 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The kitchen is large, with a pantry and access to the laundry room. There’s an expansive great room which includes a dining area and a private master suite on the opposite side of the house from the two other bedrooms.

The Magnolia model offers 1,263 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. There are vaulted ceilings in the great room, vinyl plank flooring throughout, and granite counters in the kitchen. There’s also a large breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances in new construction models.

Tarawood Lifestyle

Members of the community enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners’ association that takes care of security at the gated guardhouse, water and sewer, cable, and high-speed internet. The association manages community landscaping and amenity upkeep. With more free time, homeowners at Tarawood can enjoy spending time with family or pursuing new hobbies. Residents can also enjoy the variety of activities offered close to home.

Surrounding Area

Tarawood is located in Floral City, on Florida’s Nature Coast in Citrus County. This prime location puts residents in easy reach of daily needs and fun opportunities.

Residents of Tarawood are also close to any daily conveniences they may need, including grocery stores and retailers like Publix, Save-A-Lot, and Target. Pharmacy needs can be met at CVS and Walgreens.

Tarawood is also close to multiple health care providers, including Citrus Memorial Hospital, Oak Hill Hospital, and Bayfront Health in Brooksville.

When homeowners are looking for entertainment or dining options in the area they can travel along Main Street in Floral City’s historic downtown. There, they’ll find restaurants, art galleries, shops, bars, and antique stores. There are also a variety of attractions in the area, including The Floral City Heritage Museum, and the Withlacoochee State Forest.

Members of the community who want to get outside can find plenty of options to explore in the area. There are multiple greenspaces and parks to choose from, including Fort Cooper State Park, Floral Park, and the Withlacoochee State Trail. Golfers can also find multiple courses to play nearby, including Inverness Golf and Country Club and Skyview Golf Course.

Those who want to visit nearby metropolitan areas are in luck. Tarawood is a one-hour drive from Tampa and a one-and-a-half hour drive from Orlando, providing easy access to everything those cities have to offer. For longer trips, Tampa International Airport is about an hour away from the community.