Lake Timber Lake House nearing completion at Babcock Ranch
Kitson & Partners announced that construction of the Lake House neighborhood center within the Lake Timber neighborhood at Babcock Ranch will be complete by the end of this month. Babcock Ranch is a new 18,000-acre eco-centric, solar powered town being developed by Kitson east of Fort Myers, off State Road 31 in Charlotte County, north […]
Retiring to Florida? Consider Babcock Ranch
Now you’ll see Babcock Ranch among the top three master-planned communities in Florida because it’s at the vanguard of the new retirement. Fact is, the Baby Boom generation won’t settle for their parents’ rocking-chair or golf-for-life retirement. Today’s retirees today don’t want to be segregated by age or live in isolation behind gates. They want […]
Kayak Enthusiast? The Best Places to Kayak in Florida
Lakes, rivers, estuaries and bays in Florida provide kayakers with hundreds of miles of scenic paddling. The best places to kayak offer up-close encounters with birds, fish and other wildlife that populate the waterways of Florida. In fact, you may not see another person while you’re gently paddling through mangrove forests, oak hammocks and tall […]
The Easiest Plants to Grow in a Neighborhood Garden
Dust off your gardening tools when you move to Babcock Ranch. That’s because our town’s developer, Kitson & Partners, has made neighborhood gardens an essential part of each community. If you’re new to the idea of neighborhood gardening, the concept is a collaborative greenspace in which the participants share in both the maintenance of the […]
The Top Five Things to Know About Fiber Internet
From solar energy to transportation, Babcock Ranch is at the vanguard of cutting-edge technology. Earlier this year, we announced we were taking another bold technology step for the solar-powered community in Southwest Florida by unveiling a partnership with CenturyLink to deliver one of the fastest residential internet speeds in the U.S. CenturyLink’s data network will […]
Three Questions to Ask Yourself When Considering a Move to Florida
Are you considering a move to Florida? If so, you’re in good company. More than 1,000 people move to Florida every day, according to many recent estimates. The Sunshine State lives up to its name with gorgeous weather year-round, low taxes, boating, golfing, and a wide array of amenities to suit every lifestyle. Within the […]
Ten Reasons You Should Relocate to Florida
This isn’t your parents’ Florida. The state has come a long way since retirees began flocking to Florida 50 years ago. Today, you’ll find world-class entertainment, great schools, leading universities, high-tech jobs and top health care facilities. Of course, Florida still has all the great amenities that have been here forever, including sun-soaked beaches, turquoise […]
Top Five Things to Look for on a Nature Hike in Florida
Hiking in Florida is unlike anywhere else in North America. That’s because Florida’s tropical climate creates an environment that’s ideal for the state’s unique flora and fauna. From reptiles to birds and plants, visitors are often amazed by the biodiversity they witness on nature hikes in Florida. Here are the top five things to look […]
Partnership with Lee Health
We’re excited to announce that we are working on a deal with Lee Health that would bring their services and facilities directly to Babcock Ranch. “Under the terms of the arrangement, Lee Health would begin opening a Lee Physician Group family practice clinic, a physical rehabilitation facility and a wellness center in March in the […]
The Best Homebuilders in Florida
When developer Kitson & Partners started planning for the town of Babcock Ranch, the firm knew only the best homebuilders in Florida would be privileged to build there. That’s because Babcock Ranch is the nation’s first new town powered by solar energy. With this groundbreaking project, Kitson sought builders that would embrace the concepts of […]
Living Smart: Technology at Babcock Ranch
We’re building a sustainable city. To us, sustainability and technology go hand-in-hand. Using state-of-the-art technology and creating a living laboratory for new ideas, we want to turn Babcock Ranch into a sustainable city that many generations to come will call home. Technology at Babcock Ranch will include (but is certainly not limited to): Fiber internet […]
Things to Do in Southwest Florida
Southwest Florida’s climate is so temperate you might wonder why people stay cooped up inside. We’ll admit summers can be hot, but cool mornings and evenings are perfect times to get outside. Dawn and dusk offer gentle breezes that remind you that nature is spectacular in Southwest Florida. From baseball spring training to new restaurants […]
Walking to Improve Health
With more than 50 miles of trails, Babcock Ranch offers plenty of opportunities for walkers. In fact, developer Kitson & Partners developed Babcock Ranch to promote pedestrian instead of vehicular traffic. The town’s streets fanning out from the downtown area called Founders Square are specifically designed to encourage residents to leave their cars parked and […]
Boost Your Exercise Routine! Benefits of Group Fitness Classes
Let’s be honest: Some days you just don’t feel like exercising. Whether you run, cycle or walk, sometimes you’re just not motivated to get out there. You have all kinds of excuses: It’s hot, it’s raining or I have too much work to do are just some of them. Even professional athletes hit slumps. That’s […]
Babcock Ranch, Lee Health leaders light it up with friendly power competition
Babcock Ranch Developer Syd Kitson, and Lee Health president and CEO Larry Antonucci, and their teams took part in a friendly competition at the ribbon cutting ceremony for Lee Health’s Healthy Life Center at Babcock Ranch. The facility has the first electricity-generating workout equipment in the US, and that’s just one of the elements that […]
ReCharge Juice Co. Opens
The ReCharge Juice Co. is now open for business. Choose one of our delicious 100% raw juice mixes or create your own. ReCharge Juice Co. is focused on creating some of the most delicious and highly nutritious raw fruit and vegetable specialty juices for you to recharge your mind, body and soul. ReCharge Juice Co. […]
ReCharge Juice Co. at Babcock Ranch to hold July 21 Grand Opening
The ReCharge Juice Co. at Babcock Ranch will celebrate its official grand opening on Saturday, July 21, with activities from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. that are free of charge and open to the public. Located in Lee Health’s Healthy Life Center in Founder’s Square, ReCharge Juice Co. offers 100 percent raw juice mixes. To […]
A Forward-Thinking Community Invites Couples & Families to Live Responsibly & Sustainably in Southwest Florida
After nearly a decade of planning and construction, Babcock Ranch officially opened to the public in early 2017. The charming, eco-friendly town in Southwest Florida attracted people who were curious about its modern infrastructure and potential for sustainable growth. Families explored the quaint downtown area, extensive nature trails, and budding solar-powered neighborhoods, and many fell in love […]
Moving to Florida? Consider the Gulf Coast
Florida’s Gulf Coast is a paradise with white sand beaches, top-of-the-line fishing, world-class golfing, and sustainable living! If you are looking at new homes in Florida, this coast has everything you are looking for and more. Beaches With more than 100 miles of coastline, Southwest Florida is home to some of the best beach living […]
Top Questions About Moving to Florida Answered
If you are ready for a change of pace and to spend more time enjoying nature, Florida is the spot for you. We have a booming economy, affordable housing, and plenty of activities to keep you and your family active, happy, and healthy. Read more about what makes Florida such a special place and see […]
