Villas (Maintenance-Included)
- Square feet
- 1,600 – 2,000 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 2–3 bed / 2 bath
Approximate price range
Attached, maintenance-included. Very popular with snowbirds and lock-and-leave buyers.
Lakewood Ranch, FL · Sarasota County · 34240
Lakehouse Cove at Waterside, Lakewood Ranch
Waterfront living in LWR's newest and most walkable district.
Lakehouse Cove sits in Waterside, the newest district of Lakewood Ranch that straddles the Manatee/Sarasota county line and is built around water. Neal Communities designed it with lake access, a boathouse, resort amenities, and walkability to Waterside Place, LWR's waterfront village with restaurants and shops. If you want the newest LWR address with a genuine water lifestyle, this is one of the most exciting options.
Written by Sekina Probasco, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · June 2026 · Photography by Gulf Coast Realty Media
What Lakehouse Cove is like at a glance
- Location
- Sarasota County · 34240
- Builder
- Neal Communities
- Gated
- Yes, gated
- Homes
- ~500 homes
- Golf
- None
- Type
- Lakefront, resort-style
The home styles you'll find in Lakehouse Cove
Here's what you'll typically find available in Lakehouse Cove. Text me for what is actually on the market right now.
Single-Family
- Square feet
- 2,000 – 3,500 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 3–5 bed / 2–3 bath
Approximate price range
Many with lake or water views. Neal Communities quality throughout.
Inventory moves daily. Text me for current active listings in Lakehouse Cove and what they are actually going for.
Amenities and everyday life in Lakehouse Cove
Water & Outdoors
- Community boathouse with kayak and paddleboard launch
- Lakefront walking trails and docks
- Resort-style pool overlooking the lake
- Outdoor event lawn
Clubhouse
- Lakehouse clubhouse with gathering space and catering kitchen
- Fitness center
- Pickleball courts
- Dog park
Waterside Place Access
- Walking distance to Waterside Place village (restaurants, shops, events)
- Friday Farmers Market steps from the community
What makes Lakehouse Cove stand out
- Newest LWR district, Waterside is the freshest, most walkable part of LWR
- Lakefront amenities including a boathouse, docks, and kayak launch
- Walking distance to Waterside Place's restaurants and shops
- Neal Communities quality with a maintenance-included option
Schools your kids would be zoned for
School assignments can change as districts re-zone. Always confirm at the specific street address before relying on the assignment.
Sarasota County District
- Elementary: Tatum Ridge Elementary
- Middle: McIntosh Middle
- High: Booker High (or Sarasota High depending on address)
Waterside / Lakehouse Cove is in Sarasota County despite being LWR-branded. Confirm school assignment at the specific address.
Who tends to be happy in Lakehouse Cove
- Buyers who want a genuine water lifestyle, kayaking, paddleboarding, lakefront views
- Those who want walkable access to dining and shopping within LWR
- Buyers excited about the newest and most future-focused LWR district
- Snowbirds who want a lock-and-leave villa with resort amenities
Villages people compare with Lakehouse Cove
Most buyers look at a few before they decide. These are the ones closest to Lakehouse Cove on lifestyle and price.
Nautique at WatersideMid-range single-family and townhomes in the Waterside area.Emerald Landing at WatersideDavid Weekley townhomes and single-family near the water.Shellstone at WatersideLee Wetherington villas and single-family in Waterside.Shoreview at WatersideEstablished Pulte sub-village on Kingfisher Lake.Bungalow Walk at WatersideCharming cottage-style homes steps from Waterside Place.Avanti at WatersideAttainable townhomes, villas, and single-family in Waterside.
Curious about Lakehouse Cove?
Send me a quick text or drop the address you're looking at. I'll put together current comps, any active listings in Lakehouse Cove, and answer whatever you're wondering about.