Lone Palm Golf Club Homes for Sale, Lakeland FL

About Lone Palm Golf Club

Lone Palm is one of Lakeland's oldest golf neighborhoods, set near the Publix corporate campus in the 33815 ZIP on the west side of the city. The club was founded by Publix founder George Jenkins, who funded much of the project himself when outside investment fell short, and it opened in March 1965. The name comes from a large palm planted in front of the clubhouse. Homes in the surrounding Lone Palm area were built over several decades, from the mid 1960s through later infill, and many are large, older custom homes with mature trees, along with some villa and condo product nearby. This is not a newer planned community with a single HOA and an amenity center; it is a traditional neighborhood that grew up beside a private club. That means buyers should not assume gate access, uniform deed restrictions or bundled fees. The draw is location, character and proximity to one of the region's historic private courses.

The golf at Lone Palm Golf Club

Lone Palm Golf Club is an 18-hole course designed by Dick Wilson, the architect also known for Bay Hill in Orlando, and renovated by Steve Smyers in 1995. Construction started in late 1963 and the club opened on March 8, 1965. The course covers close to 400 acres, and much of the front nine is buffered from homes, with the residential streets coming into view around the back nine. The club is private, with outside play limited, and it offers full golf and social memberships. Golf programming includes a practice range, PGA professionals, invitationals, men's and ladies' days and couples events, and the club also has dining and tennis. The club does not run a pool or fitness center, so it is primarily a golf and dining club.

Is club membership required in Lone Palm Golf Club?

Varies, ask for current details. Lone Palm Golf Club is a private club offering full golf and social memberships. Homes in the surrounding Lone Palm neighborhood are not described as carrying a club requirement; confirm for any specific property.

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Living in Lone Palm Golf Club: location and lifestyle

Lone Palm sits near Lakeland's western edge, close to I-4 and the Polk Parkway, which makes it one of the easiest Polk golf neighborhoods for drives toward Tampa. Downtown Lakeland, Lake Mirror and the Munn Park dining area are about 10 minutes east. Lakeland Square Mall and the shopping along US 98 are close. Lake Parker and Lake Hollingsworth offer walking loops and lake views, and the Lakeland RP Funding Center hosts concerts and events. Because the neighborhood is established, streets have mature oaks and a settled feel, and there is little ongoing construction nearby. Lakeland's Detroit Tigers spring training at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium is a short drive north each February and March, and the Lakeland Center calendar runs year-round. For daily errands, Publix stores and pharmacies are scattered throughout the surrounding blocks, which keeps most trips under ten minutes.