Why Live in Village of Sanibel
The Village of Sanibel in Leesburg is part of the larger deed-restricted community known as The Villages. This neighborhood features manicured lawns, subtropical gardens, and mature Sylvester Palms and live oaks. Housing options include Cottage Homes, Courtyard Villas, and Designer Homes, with styles ranging from Spanish Revival to Minimal Traditional. Residents enjoy access to numerous recreational facilities, including the Sanibel Pool, Captiva Recreation Center, and several golf courses such as Volusia Executive Golf Course and Bonifay Championship Golf Course. The Bonifay Country Club offers a restaurant with Caribbean cuisine and weekly live entertainment. Brownwood Paddock Square, located about 4 miles away, provides nightly free entertainment, dining options like Bluefin Grill & Bar, and boutique shopping at Kylie’s Closet Jewelry Boutique. For daily necessities, Colony Plaza is just over a mile away and includes a Publix, Walgreens, and various chain restaurants. While golf carts are a popular mode of transportation within The Villages, they are not permitted on main roads but can travel safely via paved pathways, tunnels, and bridges. The nearest hospital is 3 miles away, Florida’s Turnpike is 10 miles away, and Orlando International Airport is 60 miles away.
