Fountain Lakes Community in Estero, Florida
Located along Tamiami Trail South, walking distance from the glam array of shops, cinemas and restaurants of Coconut Point Mall, the Fountain Lakes community in Estero, 
Florida, is a peaceful, private residential neighborhood. Comprised by 145 acres, the Fountain Lakes community in Estero is architecturally nuanced by some 656 single-family homes as well as 148 multi-family villas, carriage and condominiums. Creation of the community harks back to the 1970s. The property passed through several hands before being acquired by the internationally esteemed developer of Kraus-Anderson. Development was completed by 2002, and today, the Fountain Lakes community in Estero is made-up of twelve separate neighborhoods nestled among the lakes and mature landscape. This is a diverse neighborhood made home by retirees, young families and single-professionals alike. The low HOA fees, as well as the quality and affordability of the homes, add to the advantages at Fountain Lakes, but there are yet other great benefits which combine to make the Fountain Lakes community in Estero a very compelling option for buyers hoping to secure a home here in Southwest Florida
Enriched with Amenities
Overview of golf, tennis and club facility at Fountain Lakes
The Fountain Lakes community in Estero is complemented with an array of amenities that combine to impart the sense that life here is more like a country club as opposed to your conventional neighborhood. Amenties include a 9-Hole golf course. This Par-3 “executive course” provides a perfect opportunity to practice chipping and putting before venturing out to the variety of other courses that await nearby. The neighborhood also has tennis courts, bocce ball, children’s playground and swimming pools. The clubhouse facility offers space sufficient for social gathering as well as private activity rooms. There’s a library, modern fitness center and a billiard room. These spaces are well utilized by an active cadre of homeowners who participate in clubs, various tournaments and special activities. Beyond the recreational possibilities, residents have ample opportunity to connect with neighbors for fun and frivolity in a busy calendar of events, routinely coordinated and communicated through the monthly publishing of F.L.A.S.H. (Fountain Lakes Association Social Highlights).
Location, Location, Location!
Coconut Point Mall short walk from Fountain Lakes
The Fountain Lakes community in Estero offers further benefits due to its location. The neighborhood is positioned just moments from some of Southwest Florida’s greatest attractions. For example, the shops, cinemas and restaurants of Coconut Point, Southwest Florida’s most sophisticated outdoor mall, are within walking or biking distance from Fountain Lakes. What’s more, the neighborhood is less than ten minutes from other dynamic destinations for fashions, home goods and edible excellence. Miromar Outlets, Miromar Design Center and Gulf Coast Town Center not only offer hundreds of shopping and dining options, but also live music and a busy calendar of community events.
More entertainment awaits at venues like Germain Arena and Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Centers. The B.B. Mann offers lavish staged productions by renowned touring theater companies as well as concerts by legendary recording artists. Meanwhile, Germain Arena (some five minutes from Fountain Lakes) also offers concerts and other cultural events. Germain is also home to the Florida Everblades Hockey Team as well as the national championship-winning Florida Tarpons of arena football.
There’s far more in the way of sports at nearby Florida Gulf Coast University. From basketball, baseball and volley ball to soccer,
track, wrestling and swimming & diving, FGCU has become a dominating force of athleticism in the Atlantic Sun Conference. FGCU’s Alico Arena is located only some ten minutes north from the Fountain Lakes community in Estero. Several years ago, the Arena became nationally renowned as “Dunk City” after the FGCU Eagles made NCAA history by becoming the first 15th seed team to advance to The Sweet 16 during basketball championships.
Baseball fans will also cheer over the action at nearby JetBlue Stadium or Hammond Stadiums. The ball fields here officially serve as the respective homes-away-from-homes for the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. In addition to hosting Spring Training games, the stadiums host seasonal action with regional teams like the Florida Miracle.
Of course, there may be no sport more celebrated than golf. With its per capita composite of public and private holes, Southwest Florida is “The Golf Capital of the World.” The Fountain Lakes community in Estero is minutes from some of the finest fairways one can find this side of heaven. Raymond Floyd’s Raptor Bay at Coconut Point, Arnold Palmer’s Wildcat Run, Stoneybrook and the Jack Nicklaus Signature course of Old Corkscrew are among the outstanding golf courses located only minutes from Fountain Lakes.
For some, the greatest benefits of life in Southwest Florida are a byproduct of the beaches and beautiful Gulf of Mexico. The Fountain Lakes community in Estero is only a short drive from beaches which have been recognized among the best in the world. Should one wish to scoop shells from the shellabrated shores of Sanibel Island, or enjoy a sunset interlude along the sands of Lover’s Key or dip a delicate toe into the tides at Barefoot Beach, these and other enthralling environments await. Southwest Florida’s sunny weather provides unceasing opportunity 
to soak-in the rays or indulge in a day of boating and fishing. There are yet other excellent outdoor destinations near Fountain Lakes. For those who enjoy kayaking or canoeing, the nearby Estero River allows one to meander among the mangroves and backwaters for a trek that offers potential to encounter manatee, dolphin and amazing array of avian species. This is also an excellent place to fish which leads directly to Estero Bay and the great Gulf of Mexcio. Along the way, one can explore the historic compound of the Koreshan people credited for the founding of Estero, but also learn about the Calusa Indian culture who were among the earliest of inhabitants in Southwest Florida. The trip along the river allows one to experience the natural beauty of the area, so free from the seeming distractions of this marvelous modern era.
This, of course, is only a slight overview of that which is near Fountain Lakes. There is still plenty more in nearby art galleries, museums and attractions that uniquely cater to kids. Families will certainly appreciate the proximity to parks, schools, churches and healthcare services. The community is also close to Interstate 75 access as well as Southwest Florida International Airport, a benefit that enables residents to more readily access all points north, south and beyond.
For the quality and affordability of the homes, the amenities and great location, the Fountain Lakes community in Estero is an excellent choice for Southwest Florida home buyers. Should you have questions about purchase opportunities or desire to arrange a tour of neighborhood, simply submit contact form below.