Briarwood, formerly known as Briarwood Mobile Estates, is a manufactured home community offering those ages 55+ a resort lifestyle filled with recreation and lots of activities. The community has two clubhouses, heated pools, a spa, a fully equipped fitness center, a barbecue area, a lake for fishing, a shuffleboard court and pathways for walking or biking. Inside the clubhouse, there is a library with computers and Wi-Fi, billiards, a gourmet kitchen and an activities director with a year-round calendar full of events. "The entire area has grown exponentially in the last few years," says Tim Harper, co-owner and broker with Palm & Pine Realty, who's been representing the community for almost 10 years.
Residents enjoy swimming at the main pool at Briarwood.
Briarwood's amenities also include shuffleboard.
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Single-and-double-wide mobile homes
Briarwood has both new and remodeled pre-owned homes on 332 sites. Prices range from $49,900 to $199,900, according to Trudy Berg, community manager. Single- and double-wide manufactured homes comprise the neighborhood. Narrow gridded streets, occasionally dotted with palm trees, have sidewalks. Most of the homes have peaked roofs and lap siding, providing an aesthetic appeal and designed to make life simpler. Florida rooms are a common feature here. Additionally, the community is conveniently located just 0.6 miles from nearby bodies of water, which makes for stunning views.
This Briarwood home has a screen porch.
1970's style mobile home in Briarwood.
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Lots of nearby eateries
The manufactured home park offers residents close proximity to great shopping, dining and entertainment. The Pavilion at Port Orange, a 4-mile drive on local streets, is an open-air shopping mall with top chain stores and eateries. "The Pavilion is a nice vision added two years ago in 2020," Harper says. Regal movie theaters is also nearby. For those who enjoy dining out, the area has a range of restaurants, including Mexican, Italian and Chinese eateries, as well as the local favorite Big J's Steak & Seafood Restaurant. Local hot spots include Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant and Fysh Bar and Grill, where patrons are served cuisine from four separate kitchens: American, Japanese, Italian and seafood. They also have live music. Last Resort Bar on South Ridgewood Avenue is famous for its role as the last place where Aileen Wuornos sipped a cold beer. Since then, it has been featured in the movie "Monster," a retelling of her story. Now, Wuornos memorabilia decorate the bar, from the walls to the hot sauce bottles.
Locals enjoy the diner experience at Peach Valley Cafe near Briarwood.
Enjoy Peach Valley Cafe's signature berry stuffed French toast near Briarwood.
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Spacious parks and a botanical garden
Locals can take their families to Spruce Creek Recreational Park, which hosts the city's softball and baseball programs. There are tennis courts, softball fields and a play area. Dog owners can bring their furry companions to Seemor Memorial Dog Park, where there are two separate areas for small and large dogs. Dunlawton Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens is a 3-mile drive via backroads and offers visitors an opportunity to see a variety of gardens and plant collections, including camellias, azaleas, magnolias, ivies, native plants, palms, succulents and more. The facility also has some unique features, including a children's garden near the full-size stone dinosaurs, a human sundial and an herb garden shaped like Florida. There are also various entertainment options in the area, including the Daytona International Speedway, where visitors can watch live NASCAR races, and the Jackie Robinson Ballpark, home to several minor league baseball teams.
Briarwood is located a few miles away from Dunlawton Sugar Mill Botanical Garden.
Briarwood locals can bring their families to Riverwalk Park to enjoy time in the sun.
Briarwood locals love to spend time on the Halifax waterfront.
Briarwood residents can bring their dogs to Seemor Memorial Dog Park.
Spruce Creek Recreational Park is a beloved part of the local Briarwood community.
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Daytona Beach only 7 miles away
The community is close to U.S. Route 1 and Interstate 95. The area does have a few Broward County Transit bus stops; however, most residents rely on personal vehicles. Daytona Beach is a 7-mile drive via US-1 North. Daytona Beach International Airport is a 9-mile drive via I-95.
Breakers Oceanfront Park is a 2 acre park that offers a variety of activities in Daytona Beach.
Briarwood residents have convenient access to the Voltran system.
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