The golf and country club lifestyle has always drawn home buyers to the Sarasota real estate market, and developers are still building neighborhoods that cater to this segment. To this effect, Canadian builder Mattamy Homes has entered the market with the Enclave at Forest Lakes in Sarasota, a neighborhood that will automatically appeal to any golf enthusiast.

The Forest Lakes golf course went to a period of neglect a few years ago; thankfully, its recent redevelopment prompted Mattamy Homes to build the Enclave, an elegant neighborhood that features villas and townhomes with a distinctive architectural design. The Enclave mixes coastal design with elements of the craftsman and Mediterranean styles. The result is a community with lots of curbside appeal.

House hunters have two townhome floor plans and two villa models to choose from at the Enclave. As of 2016, pricing starts under $295K for a two-bedroom and two-bathroom townhome. Prospective buyers who need more space can opt for the three-bedroom, two-level villas. The builder has thoughtfully included many attractive features such as Espresso cabinetry, stainless stell fixtures, decorative tiles, crown molding, and more.

As a new construction Sarasota neighborhood, the Enclave has attracted a lot of attention among home buyers; this has caused home values to appreciate very quickly. The neighborhood amenities include a recreation center complete with a resort-style heated pool and cabanas. Furthermore, the redesigned Palm Golf Club features an 18-hole course that provides many challenges.

Residents of the Enclave live close to everything they need. The neighborhood is right in between two major suburbs: Southgate and Sarasota Springs, which means that residents are just a short drive away from shopping districts. Downtown Sarasota can be reached in 15 minutes, and the same goes for the beaches of Siesta Key.