Valencia Lakes
Valencia Lakes in Wimauma, Florida is a 55+ community adjacent to Sun City Center. Valencia Lakes features a spacious clubhouse, resort-style pools, and a wide selection of sports courts for homeowners to take advantage of. Homes within the community feature low-maintenance designs and spacious floor plans. Situated just 25 miles south of Tampa, Valencia Lakes has attracted buyers with state-of-the-art amenities, an active lifestyle, and a variety of homes for sale at reasonable prices.
Buyers looking for homes for sale in Wimuama, FL will like what Valencia Lakes has to offer.
Valencia Lakes Amenities
At the heart of the Valencia Florida community is the 40,000 square-foot clubhouse. The community clubhouse is home to the many world-class amenities and social activities.
The clubhouse includes a fitness center that showcases the latest high-end cardiovascular and weight training equipment. An aerobics studio offers yoga, pilates and dance classes. A grand ballroom with a raised stage hosts community parties, guest speakers, and musical and theatrical performances. Several hobby and craft studios are ideal for ceramics and arts and crafts enthusiasts. There is also an Internet cafe, computer lab, billiards table, and a card room in the clubhouse.
The amenities continue outdoors with a resort-style pool and resistance pool as well as a separate whirlpool spa that adorn the back patio of the clubhouse. There are six lighted Har-Tru tennis courts as well as four pickleball, bocce ball, and shuffleboard courts. There is also a half basketball court, softball field, and horseshoe pits. Scenic walking and biking trails wind through the community and there is a designated tot lot, dog park, and community gardening area. For residents who own boats and RVs, there is a parking area for recreational vehicles.
Valencia Lakes Homes & Real Estate
GL Homes began construction of Valenica Lakes in 2005 and completed the development in 2019. The community is comprised of attached and single-family homes that come in four distinct models.
The Regal Twin Villas Collection offers floor plans which range from 1,321 to 1,857 square feet of living space. Attached homes in this collection have one to three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached two-car garages.
The Signature Collection offers single-family homes ranging from 1,597 to 2,175 square feet. These models offer two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. Many of the models offer a flex room that can be used as a den or an additional bedroom.
The Crown Collection offers four single-family floor plans ranging from 1,791 to 2,409 square feet of living space. Models in this collection offer between two to four bedrooms, two or three bathrooms, and attached two-car garages.
The Royal Collection features nine floor plans ranging between 2,180 and 3,273 square feet. Each home offers two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms and an attached two or three-car garage. Many have flex rooms which can be a den or an additional bedroom.
Many of the homes throughout Valencia Lakes feature spacious great rooms, gourmet kitchens, spa-style bathrooms, and ample outdoor living space are hallmark on many of the homes.
Valencia Lakes Lifestyle
Valencia Lakes puts an emphasis on active living. The community activities director is continually planning new and exciting events and activities that cater to the diverse interests of the community's residents. There are over 50 social clubs and classes offering everything from tennis, golf, and dance lessons to cards, stained glass, and continuing education classes.
Wimauma, FL Area
Valencia Lakes in Wimauma, is located 25 miles south of Tampa. This location is conveniently close to I-75 making trips to surrounding attractions and daily necessities readily accessible.
Residents are never far from what they may need with grocery stores such as Save A Lot, Winn-Dixie, and Publix all just about 10 minutes away. Pharmacy needs can be met at CVS and Walgreens just a few minutes away.
Valencia Lakes is also close to several health care providers, including Cornerstone Medical Center, Tampa General Hospital, and Marquez Medical Clinic.
When homeowners are looking for dining and entertainment options they can travel along Sun City Center Boulevard and South Tamiami Trail. Both of these thoroughfares are home to a variety of restaurants, retailers, and entertainment venues. Additional attractions in the area include the Showmen's Museum, The Florida Aquarium, and Sunken Gardens.
Nature lovers hoping to explore the outdoors have plenty of options close to home. Parks and greenspaces such as Little Manatee River State Park, Ruskin Commongood Park, and Apollo Beach State Park can all be reached in about 20 minutes. Golfers can tee off at courses like Cypress Creek Golf Club, Summerfield Crossings Golf Club, and Caloosa Golf & Country Club.
Those interested in visiting metropolitan areas are in luck as Wimuama, FL is a 25-mile drive to Tampa, making it easy to access everything the city has to offer. When it comes to long-distance travel, Tampa International Airport is 45 minutes away.
Valencia Lakes Models
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Valencia Lakes Amenities
There are plenty of activities available in Valencia Lakes. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- Clubhouse/Amenity Center
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Outdoor Pool
- Aerobics & Dance Studio
- Hobby & Game Room
- Card Room
- Arts & Crafts Studio
- Ballroom
- Computers
- Billiards
- Walking & Biking Trails
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Bocce Ball Courts
- Shuffleboard Courts
- Horseshoe Pits
- Softball/Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- R.V./Boat Parking
- Gardening Plots
- Playground for Grandkids
- Pet Park
- Steam Room/Sauna
- Multi-Purpose/Meeting Rooms
- Locker Rooms
Valencia Lakes Clubs, Groups, Activities & Classes
There are plenty of activities available in Valencia Lakes. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- Billiards
- Tennis
- Bocce Ball
- Basketball
- Golf Clubs
- Softball
- Trap & Skeet
- Poker
- Bunco
- Bridge
- Canasta
- Chess
- Mexican Train Dominos
- Bingo
- Trivial Pursuit
- Arts & Crafts
- Stained Glass
- Painting Classes
- 3-D Art
- Ceramics
- Clay Sculpting
- Quilting Classes
- Gardening
- Fishing
- Photography
- Line Dancing
- Jazz Club
- Fox Trot Lessons
- Cha-cha Dance
- Drama Club
- Musicians
- Computer
- Book Club
- Creative Writer's
- Current Events
- Investment
- Science
- Wine Tasting
- Sportsman's
- Singles
- Boating
- RV Travel
Valencia Lakes Reviews (14)
Average Rating for this Community
After moving to VL in May of 2021 we 'ii give it five stars or at least 41/2. Is it perfect of course not but what community is. There are hordes of nice people here if your willing to reach out and be friendly. The pool/clubhouse/sports facilities are as good or better than any other we saw and everyone working here try's hard to be friendly and helpful. From what we've seen those that take on the thankless jobs on the various boards and committees do their best to keep VL a first class place. Being just off of route 301 there is a huge variety of stores, restaurants, medical facilities golf courses etc, etc from five to twenty minutes away. One often unmentioned aspect of a 55+ community is the quality of the construction. These homes are extremely well built and most are only a few years old. Almost all are move in ready. The landscaping is unmatched among 55+ communities in this price range.
Valencia Lakes is a beautiful place to live, and I have only met lovely, friendly welcoming people. The amenities are better than any other place I have seen.
We love Valencia Lakes. Its like living in a resort. Always something to do from cards to sport activities.
I have NO regrets in moving to Valencia Lakes. Beautiful homes and amazing community! The neighbors are very friendly and are very involved in life. We met many new friends that we truly enjoy interacting with on a regular basis. Our community is in a transition period as we have a fairly new board and I remain very confident that they will continue to work hard to maintain our grounds/facilites to the prestine levels that we are accustom to. Wonderful place to live!
Valencia Lakes has been wonderful! Everything is new and modern, the tennis courts are fantastic and the pool is beautiful. As the previous poster said all the amenities are very nice and there is always something going on. If you want to try something new you'll find it here. I tried line dancing and ceramics last year for the first time and have been having a great time! I also enjoy gardening, quilting, book club and painting.
My social calendar is always full and I like having something fun to look forward to every day whether it's just a feel-good exercise class, a lazy day at the pool or something bigger like casino night or a special volunteer opportunity. The sense of community here is wonderful!
A great building experience from start to finish. When we moved in we were greeted by neighbors and builders who were so friendly it made us feel home right away.Moving in felt like the first day on vacation in a tropical resort. It is beautiful everywhere you look. After two months we still feel like we are on a wonderful vacation!!
After researching several active 55+ retirement communities in FL, GA, SC, and VA, wife and visited Valencia Lakes in May 2017 before heading to Greece for 3 months. Nancy (Sales) and George (Realtor) plus the Valencia Lakes residents and staff were supportive, friendly, informative and just wonderful. We stayed in a model Genova home and fell in love with everything. We sold one house in 2017 and listing another one in May 2018 to move to Valencia Lakes. It is more than a resort, it is a place where "active" retirees come to squeeze all of the life out of remaining life.
Fabulous clubhouse with a variety of events for everyone. Gated community. Great fitness center. Numerous clubs. Most of all...friendly and helpful residents. Nearby theaters, sport events, museums and ongoing community activities.
We looked at two other 55+ neighborhoods in the area and our Realtor George Hahn wanted us to look at one more place (Valencia Lakes). All it took was driving in through the Gate and seeing the beautiful landscape, lakes & ponds,Barrel Tile roofs and a feeling of "this is where we want to live"! We purchased a Villa and are very happy. We have met so many wonderful residents and they all have the same to say "how much they love living at VL". We are almost full time and cannot wait until we are. So many activities and enrichment programs available. GL Homes has a wonderful reputation and all of their employees make sure it stays that way.
I am a new resident at Valencia Lakes in Wimauma Fl. This community haseverything you would want in a over 55 community. The facilitiesare over the top. The residents that we have met are mostly very friendlyand willing to share the experiences in the community and the area. We are very happy with our decision to locate here.
No regrets in moving to Valencia Lakes.The neighbors are up beat and involved in life.The community is wonderful and maintained always.The clubhouse has everything, even a wonderful restaurant.Areas outside of the community, there are many stores, shopping centers and medical facilities with 2 hospitals within range. Enjoying my new home and community with no regrets of moving here.
Great active adult community. Entrance and main lake are beautiful. Upscale homes and the location to the beach and Tampa is ideal. Recommend!
A resident of 5+ years and wish I hadn't moved to Valencia Lakes. The first four years I lived here Valencia Lakes was very nice. Once the developer closed out and handed the development over to the resident POA, the entire community changed for the worse. The POA directors do a terrible job, hired a horrible property management group, more cliques than any place I have ever lived, neighbors have restraining orders against other neighbors, residents cheat at cards and other games, and residents steal from other residents. If I had known this community was headed in this direction I would not have moved here.
We lived there for 5 years up until October 2020. Just horrible! Minorities are not welcome here! Rules only apply to those who do not belong to their exclusive clique. Bad place to live! So happy to be out!
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Quick Facts
Price Range
High $200ks - Mid $700ks
Home Types
Attached, Single-Family
Number of Homes
1631
New / Resale
Resale Homes Only
Age Restrictions
55+
Gated
Yes
Construction Dates
2005 - 2019
Activity director
Yes
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