OLD HAMMOCK COVE
GOLF & EQUESTRIAN COUNTRY CLUB
850 Highly Amenitized, Luxury Waterfront Residences
Combined with an Existing 18-Hole Championship Golf Course, Marina, Centralized Equestrian Amenity & Country Club
Old Hammock Cove is a premier luxury master planned community spanning approximately 1,424 acres along the shores of Lake Griffin and the Ocklawaha River in Lake County, Florida. Positioned across from the protected lands of the Ocala National Forest, the community offers a rare combination of elevation, waterfront access, and permanently preserved natural surroundings.
What truly distinguishes Old Hammock Cove is its topography. In a state largely known for flat terrain, this property features dramatic rolling hills and elevated bluff conditions rising approximately 150 to 180 feet above the surrounding lake and river system. These natural elevations create sweeping panoramic views, long sightlines, and a sense of scale and beauty that is exceptionally rare in Central Florida.
The community is envisioned to include approximately 850 luxury residences across a thoughtfully curated mix of expansive estate homesites, waterfront and bluff lots, traditional single family homes on 60, 80, and 100-foot lots, as well as golf villas, townhomes, and select condominium residences. Despite this diversity, the overall design maintains a low-density character of less than one residence per acre, with clustered neighborhoods that preserve open space, protect ecological systems, and highlight the natural landscape.
Old Hammock Cove is designed as a fully integrated lifestyle destination anchored by championship golf, a centralized equestrian campus, and a future private clubhouse with dining, wellness, and social amenities. A waterfront marina enclave will provide direct access to the Harris Chain of Lakes, offering a seamless boating lifestyle across one of Florida’s most expansive interconnected lake systems.
A unique advantage of the community is its immediate connection to the adjacent Harbor Hills master planned community, providing access to an existing and evolving amenity base including championship golf, a 35,000-square-foot clubhouse, dining and social venues, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, marina access, and more, all currently undergoing a comprehensive high-end redevelopment.
Location further elevates the opportunity. Old Hammock Cove is situated less than seven minutes from The Villages, the largest and most successful master planned community in the United States, and just minutes from US Highway 441, providing immediate access to regional retail, dining, healthcare, and everyday conveniences.
The community also benefits from its position within one of Florida’s most dynamic growth corridors, centrally located between the global tourism hub of Orlando, home to world-renowned destinations including Walt Disney World, and the rapidly expanding Space Coast. The Space Coast is anchored by NASA and leading aerospace innovators such as SpaceX and Blue Origin, alongside one of the busiest cruise ports in the country, driving sustained economic growth, job creation, and long-term demand across the region.
Old Hammock Cove represents a rare convergence of natural beauty, elevation, connectivity, and lifestyle-driven design. It is not simply a place to live, but a destination community where luxury, recreation, and landscape come together to create a lasting and elevated living experience.
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About Lake County
Lake County occupies a unique and highly strategic position within Central Florida, serving as the Northern gateway to Orlando while offering access to more than one million acres of preserved lakes, rivers, first-magnitude springs, and open landscapes. This balance of economic proximity and natural environment has made Lake County one of the region’s fastest emerging residential and employment markets.
Located just minutes from the world’s most visited tourism destination, Lake County benefits directly from the economic gravity of Greater Orlando, which attracts more than 100 million visitors annually. Residents enjoy convenient access to global attractions including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, LEGOLAND Florida, and SeaWorld Orlando, along with Orlando’s expanding convention, hospitality, healthcare, and technology sectors. This proximity provides Lake County residents with access to one of the most diverse employment bases in the Southeast while maintaining a lower cost of living and a higher quality of life.
To the west, the continued expansion of The Villages has further strengthened Lake County’s economic foundation. As the nation’s largest and most successful master-planned community, The Villages has driven sustained demand for healthcare, professional services, retail, construction, and hospitality jobs. Its ongoing growth continues to generate employment opportunities across a wide range of industries and demographics, reinforcing Lake County’s role as a residential and workforce hub positioned between two powerful economic engines.
Lake County’s economy has demonstrated steady long-term growth for more than four decades and is supported by some of the most competitive fundamentals in the state. The county offers affordable land, labor, utilities, and infrastructure, making it attractive not only to residents but also to employers and developers. Combined with a relatively low cost of living, these advantages have fueled consistent migration from higher-cost Florida metros and out-of-state markets.
Quality of life remains a defining feature of the area. Lake County offers abundant outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and trail systems across its extensive network of lakes and conservation lands. The lifestyle appeal popularized by The Villages has extended throughout the region, with golf courses, recreation centers, retail villages, entertainment venues, and community-focused amenities now shaping development patterns countywide.
From an education standpoint, Lake County provides a strong foundation for families and employers alike. Lake County Schools is the 19th largest public school district in Florida, serving a growing student population with continued investment in facilities and academic programs. Higher education access is supported by nearby institutions including Lake-Sumter State College, Columbia College, and Florida Christian University.
In addition, several of Florida’s top national research universities are within an easy drive, including University of Central Florida, University of South Florida, and University of Florida. This proximity provides access to a highly educated workforce, advanced research, and innovation driven industries that continue to expand throughout Central Florida.
Together, these factors position Lake County as a robust, diversified, and highly livable market. Its strategic location between Orlando and The Villages, combined with strong employment access, affordable living, quality education, and an exceptional natural environment, supports sustained residential demand and long-term economic resilience.
Market Demand
Central Florida has become one of the most powerful growth engines in the United States, supported by sustained in-migration, expanding employment centers, and unprecedented public infrastructure investment. Within this broader region, Lake County has emerged as a strategic nexus where transportation access, lifestyle-driven demand, and available land converge, positioning it as one of the most compelling residential growth markets in the state.
A defining force shaping long term demand in this area is the continued expansion of The Villages, the largest and fastest selling master planned community in the country. With well over 150,000 residents and ongoing multi billion dollar residential, commercial, and amenity development, The Villages has transformed the economic and housing landscape of Lake County and the surrounding region. Its national reputation as a premier lifestyle destination has driven sustained housing absorption, attracted healthcare, retail, and service sector investment, and elevated buyer awareness of Northwest Central Florida as a desirable place to live and invest.
Importantly, the growth of The Villages is no longer confined to traditional age-restricted housing. Its expansion has catalyzed demand across a broader demographic spectrum, including move-down households, second-home buyers, families, and lifestyle-oriented residents seeking proximity to the amenities and economic gravity of the region without being inside the core master-planned community itself. Old Hammock Cove benefits directly from this halo effect, offering a differentiated residential alternative with more land, privacy, and flexibility while remaining closely connected to one of the most successful residential ecosystems in the United States.
Complementing this demand is significant transportation investment occurring immediately around the project. The Florida Turnpike is undergoing a multi billion dollar expansion and modernization program in this corridor, dramatically improving North-South connectivity between Orlando, Lake County, Ocala, and South Florida. This infrastructure investment enhances commuter access, reduces travel times, and further integrates Lake County into Florida’s primary economic spine. Combined with the Wekiva Parkway and broader Central Florida roadway improvements, these upgrades are reshaping long-term development patterns and unlocking new residential demand across the region.
Beyond infrastructure and population growth, Old Hammock Cove is uniquely positioned within one of Florida’s most established and rapidly expanding equestrian and outdoor lifestyle corridors. Just North of the project lies the internationally recognized equestrian hub centered around World Equestrian Center, the largest equestrian complex in the world, as well as HITS Ocala, which hosts year round national and international competitions. These facilities attract riders, trainers, breeders, and spectators from across the country and around the world, generating consistent demand for nearby residential communities that support equestrian and land-oriented lifestyles.
Additionally, the presence of On Top of the World, one of Florida’s most successful large-scale lifestyle communities, further reinforces the depth of demand for active living, open space, and amenity-rich environments in this region. Together, these destinations have established a proven market for buyers who value space, recreation, and long-term lifestyle quality, creating a natural demand base for residential communities offering larger homesites and a connection to the land.
Macro trends further support this demand. Florida continues to lead the nation in net migration, and housing studies indicate that the state will require more than 500,000 additional housing units by 2030. As affordability constraints intensify closer to Orlando and Tampa, buyers are increasingly migrating outward to markets like Lake County that offer attainable pricing, improved infrastructure, and a higher quality of life.
Old Hammock Cove sits at the intersection of these forces. The project is positioned to capture demand from families seeking space and stability, active adults and baby boomers transitioning into lifestyle-focused living, equestrian-oriented buyers drawn to the Northern corridor, and second home households looking for long-term value in a proven growth market. The convergence of The Villages’ expansion, transformative transportation investment, and Florida’s premier equestrian destinations creates a rare and durable demand profile that strongly supports the long-term success of the project.
About Ocklawaha Chain of Lakes
The Ocklawaha Chain of Lakes in Lake County, Florida, is one of Central Florida’s most dynamic and scenic freshwater systems, where natural beauty, recreation, and authentic lakefront living converge. Anchored by Lake Harris, this interconnected network of lakes and canals offers miles of navigable waterways, making it a true boater’s paradise. Anglers from across the state are drawn here for world class fishing, with Lake Harris earning a reputation as a premier bass fishery that regularly hosts competitive tournaments. Nearby Lake Eustis and Lake Griffin expand the experience, providing exceptional opportunities for largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and seasonal fishing throughout the year.
Beyond fishing, the Chain of Lakes supports an active outdoor lifestyle defined by boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sunset cruises through quiet canals and open water vistas. The shoreline is alive with native wildlife, where bald eagles, ospreys, herons, and other waterfowl are a constant presence, reinforcing the area’s unspoiled character. Complementing the natural setting are the vibrant lakefront towns of Mount Dora and Tavares (county seat), each offering waterfront dining, marinas, festivals, and boutique shopping that create a seamless blend of recreation and culture. Together, the Ocklawaha Chain of Lakes delivers a rare balance of outdoor adventure and refined leisure, making it one of Lake County’s most desirable destinations for residents, visitors, and those seeking a true Florida lake lifestyle.
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