Live in the heart of the action near Orlando
On the one hand, it’s quiet and removed, tucked away among pristine lakes and a picturesque golf course. On the other, living in the heart of Orlando, you’ll be a hero to your grandkids when you tell them you’re just minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World.
In this lively community for active adults age 55 and better, the 31,000 square foot Casa Fuente clubhouse is action central. There’s a state-of-the-art fitness center and walking track, heated lap pool, and much more. Outside there’s a golf course, tennis and pickle ball courts, a fishing pier, lakeside amphitheater, events lawn, and 12 miles of nature trails, yours for the exploring.
And to make the most of your community every day, rely on our Lifestyle Director as a friendly resource who can link you with activities, classes, and trips. Your social calendar can be as busy as you like, it’s up to you.
La Cresta features seven low-maintenance, two and three bedroom ranch-style homes ranging from 1,515 to 2,251 square feet.
- About Our Community
- Meet your Lifestyle Director
- Arts and Crafts
- Game Room
- Fishing Lake
- Fitness Center
- Golf
- Learning and Business Center
- Neighborhood Safety
- Parks
- Pool
- Sports Club
- Waterfront Homes
About Our Community
Whether they’re part of a smaller, more intimate setting or a large resort-style community, amenities are one way that Del Webb encourages residents to realize their full potential as individuals and as members of a community. Amenities are more than buildings and pools and fitness centers; they are invitations to meet your neighbors and explore new interests.
At La Cresta those opportunities present themselves in the 30,000-square-foot Casa Fuente clubhouse featuring a state-of-the-art fitness center with walking track, heated lap pool, ballroom, and arts and crafts rooms.
Outdoors you can enjoy golf, tennis pickleball, 12 miles of nature trails, bocce ball, heated pool and spa, a fishing pier, lakeside amphitheater, events lawn and more.
Features Include
- 31,000 square foot clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Walking track
- Pools
- Tennis courts
- Pickle ball courts
- Fishing pier
- Lakeside ampitheater
- Nature trails and parks
Meet your Lifestyle Director
Jennifer Hoffman, the Lifestyle Director, will help coordinate an exciting array of special events, club gatherings, group outings, and resident-driven activities to keep residents entertained year-round.
Features Include
- Scheduled events and activities
Arts and Crafts
You’ll find plenty of room to spread out your paints, your scrapbook materials, and your sculpting tools in the crafts room at the clubhouse.
Features Include
- Craft room
Game Room
Soon you can enjoy a game of pool in the game room or see who has the game-winning card strategy or even the winning chess moves. The game room will be a great place to get together with friends and neighbors for a fun afternoon or evening.
Features Include
- Billiards
- Card tables
Fishing Lake
You’ll enjoy fishing off of the fishing pier at our private fishing lake. Regale your friends and family with a story of how the big one got away!
Features Include
- Fishing lake
- Fishing pier
Fitness Center
Inside La Cresta you’ll enjoy fun and fitness at our fully outfitted fitness center with locker room facilities for men and women. And, our group exercise room will be the perfect place to take a yoga class with a friend, or practice your tai-chi.
Features Include
- Fitness center
- Group exercise room
Golf
Enjoy playing a round on our semi-private golf course, Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club or practice your swing at the driving range. If you’re an avid golfer, you’re going to love life at La Cresta.
Features Include
- Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club
Learning and Business Center
You'll be able to stay in touch with friends, follow the latest news, or research the newest restaurants with the free Internet access in the computer room at La Cresta.
Features Include
- Computer room
- Internet access
Neighborhood Safety
Few neighborhoods offer the safety of sidewalks and underground utilities, but that’s a part of what will make La Cresta so desirable. Here, you can walk and jog on wide sidewalks without worrying about oncoming traffic.
Features Include
- Sidewalks
- Wooded area with mature trees
- Open spaces
- Underground utilities
Parks
With so many ways to enjoy nature, you’ll have a hard time choosing what to do. Pack a picnic lunch and relax in our private parkland. Take a stroll on a warm day, and relax on one of the many park benches. Or be a kid again, and take your sweetheart for a swing on an old-fashioned tree swing. Enjoy hiking, biking, jogging, and quick exercise routines on our miles of private neighborhood trials.
Features Include
- Nature trails
- Bike trails
- Excer-stops
- Benches
- Tree swing
Pool
What better way to cool off from the hot Florida sun than in our community pool? Soon, you can enjoy relaxing with a cool drink by the outdoor, resort-style pool. Or get some exercise by swimming laps in the heated, indoor lap pool.
Features Include
- Outdoor resort-style pool
- Indoor lap pool
Sports Club
What better way to meet new friends and neighbors, than by getting involved in a sport? At La Cresta, there will be something for everyone to participate in.
Features Include
- Sports club coming soon
Waterfront Homes
Bodies of water have a special allure for many people. At La Cresta, you’ll enjoy the many area lakes and ponds, as well as our beautiful waterfront lots.
Features Include
- Lakes
- Ponds
- Waterfront lots
About the Area
Known as the Sunshine State, Florida and the Orlando area in particular, offers residents an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, as well as many cultural and entertainment opportunities that attract a diverse population.
Shopping
From everyday household items and groceries, to that perfect gift for a visiting family member or friend, you’ll find just what you need right here. Some of the local shopping venues include Publix Supermarket and Plaza, Winn-Dixie, CVS, Walgreen’s, Lowe’s, Wal-Mart, Eagle Ridge Mall, Florida Mall, and Premium Outlets. Target, PetSmart, Best Buy, and more are all slated to open nearby soon.
Recreation
The Orlando area, like the entire state of Florida, provides year-round recreation. Whether you’re sunning yourself by the pool, playing a round on a championship course like Ridgewood Lakes or Champions Gate, or enjoying some family time at one of the local parks, you’ll find plenty to do here.
Medical
In the Orlando area, you'll find many pioneering medical and research facilities that are paving the way for breakthroughs in medicine. Some of the local facilities include The Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center, Celebration Health at Florida Hospital, Veteran’s Hospital in Orlando and Tampa, Cypress Physician’s Building, and numerous other specialty offices that are located close by.
Culture / Entertainment
With several entertainment venues in the area, including major theme parks like Walt Disney World Resort, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, MGM Studios, and Universal Studios, it’s easy to be a kid here! The area is also home to Lakeridge Winery, Amway Arena, Bob Carr Performing Arts Center, Leu Gardens, Orlando Science Center, Kennedy Space Center, Orlando Museum of Art, Busch Gardens, and more.
Transportation
With the Orlando International Airport just minutes away, and several local bus transit stations nearby, transportation into and out of the area is a breeze.
Schools
Local school districts that serve La Cresta are Osceola and Polk. Stetson University at Celebration College and Polk Community College are area institutions of higher education.
Utilities
Utility companies serving this community include:
• Verizon for TV, High-Speed Internet, Telephone Services (1-800-830-9657)
• Brighthouse Networks for cable
• Polk County Utilities for water
• Progress Energy for electricity
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This home features Corian countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms! |
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Save energy in this home with Low-E dual pane windows! |
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This home has upgraded interior features such as cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances and extended tile! |
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Directions
From Tampa:
- Take I-4 east to Highway 27
- Follow Highway 27 south for approximately 2 miles
- The neighborhood will be on the left
From Orlando:
- Take I-4 west to Highway 27
- Follow Highway 27 south for approximately 2 miles
- The neighborhood will be on the left
