Viva Palencia!
Perfectly located in a serene and historic setting on 2,325 acres along the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway, Palencia has quickly captured the imagination and hearts of some of the most discerning buyers as a place they want to call home.
This is the time to discover Palencia, and find out why this wonderful, growing community has gained the attention of astute buyers from across the nation. Spectacular million dollar homes, combined with the pristine estate home sites and resort-style amenities, make Palencia a much sought-after community.
Since its inception eight years ago, the master-planned community by Hines, the international real estate firm, has lived up to the anticipation and has surpassed expectations. Situated on historic U.S. 1 between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Palencia is now fostering new excitement to parallel a stunning natural landscape and numerous world-class amenities.
The location is perfect in a high-growth corridor with an emerging commercial business district including financial institutions, retail, dining, medical facilities and office space, plus convenient to all the wonderful attributes of the First Coast.
Palencia has become known for high-end, luxury residences as a primary or secondary home. An impressive array of affordable pristine home sites speaks volumes to the community’s commitment to maintain an environmental ambiance.
“Everyday we hear buyers comment that they came to Palencia because of our extra effort to preserve the environment and surrounding splendor,” said sales and marketing director Naomi Lumley. “They also talk about the innovative and family-oriented atmosphere. Now we are being thought of as the community where the million dollar dream homes have become a reality.”
A number of immaculate, golf, water, marsh front and heavily wooded lots provide the perfect picturesque setting. Build now or in the future. No time limit on construction allows you to realize your dream home when you are ready.
“We are genuinely excited about Palencia’s group of builders,” Lumley said. “All with great credibility, experience and commitment to quality. Each has earned a reputation for offering customers consummate value and service throughout the building process.”
Palencia’s roster boasts of some of the area’s finest builders, setting a historic high mark for multi million dollar plus homes to rival the unmatched beauty of the surrounding land:
- The Vintage Group
- Gordon’s Castle
- Jeff Chefan - Promenade Builders
- John Kenny Construction
- Artisan Homes
- ICI Construction
- Woodside Homes
Hines, the developer of Palenia, recognized the distinctiveness of the unique wilderness early on. Families are drawn to live in harmony with nature at Palencia, which is preserving the land and its unique characteristics.
The architectural style is in keeping with Palencia’s Spanish legacy. Spanish Colonialism influences the rich architectural design, similar to styles found in nearby St. Augustine. Tile roofs, coquina, terra cotta, rich colors, tall towers and wrought iron are seen throughout the community’s common areas, from the main entrance to the community’s central marketplace and covered pavilion areas.
Palencia Village, the center of the community, is home to the Palencia golf club, a swim and fitness center, the village green, a multi-court tennis center, a golf practice facility and nearby athletic fields.
“We built the village center to create a hub of activity early on in the community’s life,” Lumley said. “This is where residents can enjoy a variety of activities throughout the day and in the evenings.”
The swimming facility provides residents of all ages with aquatic fun and exercise from the elegant leisure adult pool to the wading pool and tower slide. The fitness center, complete with dedicated aerobics and weight rooms, well-appointed men’s and women’s locker rooms, sauna and steam rooms, a massage room and a children’s play room, gives the community access to another full-service amenity.
American Sports Builders Association recognized the state-of-the-art tennis complex, with 10 Har-Tru courts, as Soft-Court Facility of the Year. A fully stocked tennis pro shop, managed by seasoned United States Professional Tennis Association staff, offers clinics, private lessons, onsite equipment repair and restringing.
The tennis complex is open seven days a week and continually hosts clinics and tournaments. Junior camps, family socials and couples events round out an array of activities to both advance and entertain.
In addition to the tennis, the community’s championship golf course was designed by Arthur Hills and residents can enjoy a clubhouse with abundant social activities and dining.
There is the opportunity to interact with nature and enjoy the wonderful views by accessing an extensive network of boardwalks that reach out to a handful of preserved natural islands along the Intracoastal. Other neighborhood recreational choices include green spaces and nature trails, athletic parks with ball fields, pocket parks and playgrounds woven throughout the community.
To see Palencia, a Best in American Living Award winner, take U.S. 1 south to Palencia Village Drive, east of International Golf Parkway in St. Johns County. The Palencia Information Center is located approximately 1 mile inside the entrance.
For more information, visit www.VivaPalencia.com.
If you would like to schedule a Community Tour please call your Realtor, Sharon Stevens, who will arrange all details. Her number is 904-687-5220.
Or search online for properties for sale in Palencia at http://www.NorthFloridaHomeSearch.com