Custom Estates
- Square feet
- 3,600 – 8,000 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 4–6 bed / 4–7 bath
Approximate price range
John Cannon custom homes on large lots. HOA ~$850.
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Lakewood Ranch, FL · Manatee County · 34211
Monarch Acres at Lakewood Ranch
An eight-home enclave of large custom estates.
Monarch Acres is a tiny, exclusive enclave of just eight large custom estates by John Cannon Homes. With homes from 3,600 to 8,000 square feet on generous lots, it's one of the most private and exclusive addresses in the LWR master plan.
Written by Sekina Probasco, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · June 2026
What Monarch Acres is like at a glance
- Location
- Manatee County · 34211
- Builder
- John Cannon Homes
- Gated
- Private enclave
- Homes
- Only 8 homes
- Golf
- None
- Type
- Ultra-luxury custom
The home styles you'll find in Monarch Acres
Here's what you'll typically find available in Monarch Acres. Text me for what is actually on the market right now.
Inventory moves daily. Text me for current active listings in Monarch Acres and what they are actually going for.
What makes Monarch Acres stand out
- Only 8 homes, extraordinary exclusivity and privacy
- John Cannon Homes, a premier Sarasota-area custom builder
- Large lots and expansive custom floor plans
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.
2025–2026
- Elementary: Gullett Elementary (A-rated)
- Middle: Dr. Mona Jain Middle (A-rated)
- High: Lakewood Ranch High
Confirm at the specific address.
Who tends to be happy in Monarch Acres
- Luxury buyers seeking maximum privacy and exclusivity
- Custom-home buyers who want a large estate
- Those who want the rarest address in LWR
HOA and CDD fees in Monarch Acres
On top of your mortgage and property taxes, here is what Monarch Acres asks of you every month, and who takes care of the outside of your home.
- Lawn and exterior upkeep, Monarch Acres is not maintenance free. The yard is yours to look after, either your own time or your own landscaper.
Fees shift by home type and they change year to year, so I would rather give you real numbers than a guess. Once you find a place in Monarch Acres you love, I will pull the current estoppel and we will look at the exact figures for that home together.
Villages people compare with Monarch Acres
Most buyers look at a few before they decide. These are the ones closest to Monarch Acres on lifestyle and price.
Monterey at Lakewood RanchToll Brothers move-up and luxury single-family homes.Waterbury ParkA private lakeside enclave of Neal Signature homes.Country Club East54 holes, private country club lifestyle, luxury homes in the 34202 zip.The Lake ClubLWR's ultra-luxury enclave. Coming soon to this guide.Amber CreekNewer single-family and townhomes at an attainable price.Aurora at Lakewood RanchLWR's attainable townhome entry point.
Curious about Monarch Acres?
Send me a quick text or drop the address you're looking at. I'll put together current comps, any active listings in Monarch Acres, and answer whatever you're wondering about.