Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon is a 55+ community located in Palm Harbor, Florida. This active adult neighborhood offers a low-maintenance lifestyle and great country club-style amenities. Built between 1977 and 1989, Highland Lakes consists of 2,454 attached villas and single-family homes. The community is situated just northwest of Tampa, providing residents with opportunities for recreation and entertainment in the surrounding area.
The main clubhouse at Highland Lakes features a card room, billiards room, library, meeting room, and a large ballroom where residents can enjoy dinners, dances, entertainment, and fitness activities. Outside the clubhouse, residents can relax by the pool or take a dip to cool off in the hot summer weather. The community also offers tennis, shuffleboard, and bocce ball courts for those looking to stay active.
One of the highlights at Highland Lakes is the 27-hole executive golf course, which provides free play to residents of all skill levels. The arts and crafts building on site allows residents to explore their creative side with options such as ceramics, woodworking, jewelry-making, and art classes. There is also a computer room available for residents to stay connected with loved ones.
Lake Tarpon Lodge is another amenity center at Highland Lakes, mainly used for club meetings, fitness activities like yoga or Zumba, and other community gatherings. Outside the lodge, residents can enjoy an outdoor pool, patio with a picnic area and BBQ grills, and access to Lake Tarpon for boating opportunities. The community offers pontoon boat rides around the lake, with a stop at a local restaurant.
The homes at Highland Lakes are available on a resale-only basis and offer a variety of options, including attached villas with one to two bedrooms and single-family homes with one to three bedrooms. The community HOA fee covers maintenance of the grounds and amenities, allowing residents to enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle. With plenty of clubs and activities to participate in, residents have endless opportunities to socialize, stay active, and enjoy their hobbies.
Surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Central Gulf Coast area, Highland Lakes offers a serene oasis close to the urban city of Tampa. Residents have easy access to shopping, dining, medical services, and day trips to the Gulf of Mexico beaches. The community is a popular choice for active adults seeking a vibrant lifestyle in a scenic location.