Verano Life Guide 2018

G O F O R MO R E Your Guide to PGA Village Verano and the Treasure Coast

“ PGA Village Verano offers an amazing range of activities to enjoy, and great neighbors to enjoy them with. Welcome! ”

It’s All Right Here An active, engaged community. A beautiful brand-new home. World-class golf. Resort-style amenities. A wealth of activities right outside your front door. And it doesn’t end there. Just a few miles away, you’ll find sporting events, cultural activities, dining, shopping and miles of uncrowded beaches. And, of course, year-round gorgeous weather. It’s all here, waiting to be enjoyed.

“ Between the golf, the club, the beautiful scenery and all that we have close by, we’re doing more now than we ever did! ”

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PGA Village Verano is located in the city of Port St. Lucie on Florida’s Treasure Coast—the gateway to South Florida.

The Treasure Coast offers everything visitors and newcomers flock to Florida to find, but with much less congestion and a lower cost of living than can be found in Palm Beach or Broward counties. Another fact that keeps residents sleeping well at night: Port St. Lucie was listed in the top 25 percent for Safest City in the US and #3 Safest City in Florida according to SafeHome.org. Proximity is everything at PGA Village, and neighboring Tradition and St. Lucie West both offer a wealth of diversions, from casual and fine dining to museums, theater, shopping, sporting activities, botanical gardens, fishing, dog parks and miles of beaches. And Port St. Lucie continues to grow. “We’re setting records for the number of permits for new commercial and residential construction,” said Terissa Aronson, president and CEO, St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce. Along with many

new restaurants, Port St. Lucie has recently welcomed a variety of new stores, including Aldi, Burlington Coat Factory, HomeGoods, LA Fitness and a Walmart Neighborhood Market, while natural and organic foods retailer Lucky’s Grocery is scheduled to open this year. Just nine miles from Verano, historic Fort Pierce is a charming marina town filled with restaurants, shops, art galleries and museums. The city plays host to Bike Night, Friday Fest and a weekly farmers market. Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce and the Lyric Theatre in Stuart host a varied calendar of live performances and theatrical productions. The entertainment district on Hutchinson Island heats up with live music and fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants and bars.

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In the Spotlight

Everyone is talking about Port St. Lucie—it’s a city on the move. In 2017 for the third year in a row, Port St. Lucie was named one of the top 100 “Best Places for Business & Careers” by Forbes magazine. A cost of living that’s below the national average, four colleges and universities, a temperate year-round climate, and a wealth of recreational opportunities are some of the reasons Port St. Lucie is on everyone’s radar. Movoto.com , a national online real estate brokerage, ranked Port St. Lucie “The Best City in Florida” based on livability, crime rate, cost of living and housing costs. Bloomberg rated Port St. Lucie as one of the leading cities in the nation in 2016. To accommodate all its growth, the city is focused on upgrading the transportation infrastructure, which will serve both the business community and local residents. St. Lucie officials have recruited a carrier to offer limited commercial flights to the general aviation airport, which has been renamed Treasure Coast International Airport. The airport is presently one of the busiest general aviation airports in the state. It is in a foreign trade zone and currently sees a large number of arrivals from the Bahamas. Road improvements are also in progress. The Crosstown Parkway connects I-95 to US 1 and has dramatically decreased the amount of time it takes to travel between those major highways. The medical sector is growing rapidly in Port St. Lucie. Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies has brought national recognition to this town. The nonprofit research center, dedicated to the improvement of human health, is housed in a $40 million state-of-the-art LEED- certified facility in Tradition. Area medical facilities are also experiencing growth. Tradition Medical Center, part of Martin Health System, has added three new floors to accommodate a larger patient base, and Lawnwood Regional Medical Center, part of the Treasure Coast HCA, opened a pediatric emergency department to complement the facility’s comprehensive pediatric care.

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Veterans Memorial Park

Other newsmakers that have come to Port St. Lucie include Christ Fellowship Church. The nation’s ninth-largest megachurch opened a new location here in 2016.

PGA Village A Golfer’s Paradise

Named “One of the 72 Best Golf Resorts” by Golf Digest , PGAGolf Club offers 54 holes of championship golf, professional golf instruction at the PGACenter for Golf Learning and Performance, and access to a new PGAClubhouse, which celebrates the history of PGA golf. Next door, PGA Village Verano is the only new home community sharing an affiliation with this esteemed destination, providing residents with social memberships along with an opportunity for golf cart access to the courses and clubhouse. PGA Village’s newly renovated clubhouse, designed by TomHochDesign, is more than double the size of the original clubhouse that opened in 1996. It represents a new era for PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Special significance was given to the PGA Gallery, which houses major championship trophies and PGA artifacts, including the original Wanamaker Trophy, the prize for winning the PGAChampionship. The new contemporary clubhouse offers several venues where PGA Golf Club members and their guests can relax. The Taplow Pub features a wide variety of delicious menu offerings, along with

leading-edge audio and video equipment and 15 televisions. The intimate Captains’ Room is a wine room that pays tribute to Ryder Cup captains. The Nineteen-Sixteen Bar & Grill overlooks the 18th hole of the Wanamaker Course, and the Wanamaker Pavilion is a private outdoor spot with a view of the course. The new clubhouse also features a boardroom, expanded locker rooms and a modern golf shop. PGA Village general manager Jimmy Terry said, “We now have a 21st century centerpiece to accompany our championship golf courses that will serve as a point of pride for our members and golfers from around the world to enjoy.” New challenges await golfers each day on the greens. The Tom Fazio–designed Ryder Course is set against rolling hills and is known for its water hazards. Fazio also designed the Wanamaker Course, which is reminiscent of Old Florida, as it meanders among saw palmetto, palms and wetlands. Designed by Pete Dye, the links-style Dye Course has the feel of the British Isles, with roughs and bunkers. There are also a PGA Short Course and the Country Club Course.

“ Golf, golf and more golf! With three golf courses, and all the social events, I am improving my game and having a ball! ”

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Golf pro shop at PGA Village

The clubhouse at PGA Golf Club

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Club Talavera is the place to meet, learn, be seen and be social.

Club Talavera Your Fitness & Social Center Welcome to Club Talavera, the magnificent lakefront fitness and social club designed exclusively for Verano residents. With 27,000 square feet of perfectly designed luxury, this one-of-a-kind clubhouse features everything you can imagine—and so much more. It’s a place where Verano residents stay fit, relax, challenge themselves, try new activities and truly enjoy life to the fullest. Upon entering the elegant lobby, you know you have arrived. Inside, there are so many special places to relax and enjoy—from the comfortable lounge, to our demonstration kitchen where you can take a cooking class, to the art room where you can create a masterpiece, to classes and presentations in the lifetime learning room.

Shoot pool in the stylish billiards room or play mahjong, bridge or poker in the card room. After a round of golf or a tennis match, nothing is as relaxing as a sauna—unless it’s a massage. At Club Talavera you can enjoy both. The state-of-the-art fitness center includes the latest equipment, spacious locker rooms and a full schedule of group classes. A cozy library bar features comfortable seating for reading the newspaper or checking out a new book. A spacious ballroom with a raised stage hosts a full calendar of parties and special events. Overlooking the lake, residents can enjoy a spacious waterfront patio, an outdoor event lawn, a fireplace, seating, grills and a fire pit.

Artist Rendering

On Trend on the Court… Introducing South Florida’s Largest Private Pickleball Center

A combination of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport. Recognizing its growth and popularity, particularly in areas like South Florida where the game can be enjoyed year-round, is proud to introduce the new PGA Village Verano Pickleball Center, with 26 standard courts, a championship court and an event lawn with pavilion area (opening Winter Season 2018/19).

“At Verano, there are lots of opportunities to get together and have fun!”

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Staying active is easy and fun at PGA Village Verano. The fitness center at Club Talavera features an indoor Junior Olympic–sized lap pool and a spa, with convenient men’s and women’s locker rooms. Energizing aerobics and relaxing yoga classes are held in a dedicated fitness room. Residents can train with free weights and a variety of state-of-the-art machines under the guidance of trained staff, so both the novice and experienced athlete can maximize results and benefits. Tennis buffs love Club Talavera’s Har-Tru courts. There are also bocce and basketball courts. The outdoor resort pool welcomes you with its beach entry and a spacious sundeck overlooking the sparkling lake. It’s the perfect place to unwind, whether chatting with friends or enjoying a good book. Verano has full-time lifestyle and activities directors who oversee a full calendar of events for residents. Lectures, enrichment classes, parties, dinners at local restaurants and trips to places of interest are just some of the activities in which Verano residents can participate. No matter what your interest, there’s a wide variety of clubs to join. From investing to walking—whether it’s your favorite hobby or something you’ve never tried before—clubs are a great way to discover a new interest while expanding your social circle.

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Colleen Specht Club Manager

What words do you live by? “Be thankful for your family, friends and every day that you get to enjoy this beautiful state that we live in! Life is short, so be happy!”

Playtime–it’s a team effort

Baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, golf—sporting activities are huge in St. Lucie County. Verano residents can enjoy a variety of spectator sports, from Little League baseball tournaments to MLB spring training, which attracts visitors from around the world. Rick Hatcher, executive director of the Treasure Coast Sports Commission, said, “Spring training is a huge tourism and economic driver for February and March. The Mets are a long-standing tradition.” During the spring and summer months, the St. Lucie Mets, a New York Mets minor league affiliate, draw their own local fans, providing affordable family fun. And there’s more. The Treasure Coast Sports Commission helps bring a wide variety of additional sporting events to the Treasure Coast, including baseball, softball, golf and soccer, while the beach areas are popular spots for surfing tournaments and stand-up paddleboard competitions. St. Lucie’s location—three hours fromMiami and Tampa, less than two hours fromOrlando, and only 40 minutes from Palm Beach International Airport—make it ideal for regional, state and national events.

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Luxury & efficiency homes for today’s lifestyle

In PGA Village Verano, award-winning builder offers four stunning home collections. The Bella Vista Collection offers spacious villa residences with 2 Bedrooms plus a Den, 2 Full Baths, a Great Room and a 2-Car Garage, and 1,620 square feet of living space. Each home in the Modena Collection offers 2 Bedrooms plus a Den, 2 full Baths and a 2-Car Garage. These great-room-design homes live large, offering spacious entertaining areas and luxurious Master Suites. The Modena Collection’s homes range from 1,515 to 1,834 square feet of living space. The homes in the Venezia Collection range from 1,845 to 2,255 square feet of living space. These beautiful homes offer designs with 2–3 Bedrooms and a choice of 2 Full Baths, 2 Full and 1 Half Bath or 3 Full Baths, and a 2-Car Garage. Some of the homes include a formal Dining Room and Private Den, in addition to a Great Room layout for the family gathering areas of the home.

The Palermo Collection of homes represents the largest homes in ’ portfolio in Verano. These gracious homes offer 3 Bedrooms plus a Den, 3 Full and 1 Half Bath, and a 2- or 3-Car Garage. With Great Rooms that open to large covered lanais, these models accommodate large gatherings with ease. The homes in the Palermo Collection range from 3,667 to 4,014 square feet of living space. Every Verano home is built with energy efficiency and total home enjoyment in mind. GE Energy Star appliances, low-E impact windows and doors, and revolutionary spray-foam insulation help lower energy costs. Granite countertops and wood cabinetry in the kitchen and baths, trey ceilings, and barrel tile roofs are just some of the luxurious features that discriminating buyers appreciate. Homebuyers can experience the fabulous livability of designs for Verano at the community’s newModel Park, where 14 professionally decorated models are open daily for self-tours.

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The Kolter team is proud to announce the opening of our new Cresswind neighborhood at PGA Village Verano. developed the Cresswind active adult community concept nearly a decade ago, with the idea behind each Cresswind neighborhood being the same: to help you live better, longer lives through fitness, nutrition and relationships. We are proud to carry that tradition forward in our new Cresswind neighborhood at PGA Village Verano. Here, you’ll find eight unique floorplans specially designed to suit the lifestyle today’s active adults are seeking. Cresswind at PGA Village Verano will feature approximately 250 homes and a residents-only pool, all within a private, gated enclave. Residents will have full access to all the amenities at PGA Village Verano, including Club Talavera and our new 27-court Pickleball Center opening in Winter Season 2018/19. There is also the option to enjoy a PGA club membership. Discover the very best of both worlds for active adult living—Cresswind at PGA Village Verano. Two designer-decorated models are now open.

Show off your good taste at the Kolter Design Gallery

Every home should reflect the unique taste and personality of its owner. At the Kolter Design Gallery, homebuyers work one-on-one with design consultants to select materials and colors to personalize their home. has formed partnerships with some of the finest manufacturers in the home building industry and thus can offer incredible value on today’s most desirable features and brands. At the Design Gallery, homebuyers can select from a wide array of fixtures, cabinetry, flooring, finishes and paint colors.

Building Homes. Creating Communities.

Club Talavera at PGA Village Verano

Headquartered in Palm Beach County, Florida, KolterHomes LLC is the home building affiliate of The Kolter Group LLC. The name is associated with some of the most sought-after lifestyle and destination communities in the southeastern United States.

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Prices, homesites, amenities, home designs, square footage and other information subject to errors, changes, omissions, deletions, availability, prior sales and withdrawal at any time without notice. Square footage numbers are approximate and may vary depending on the standard measurement used. Photos and/or drawings of homes may show upgraded landscaping and may not represent the lowest prices homes in the community. All renderings and floorplans in these materials are an artist’s conceptual drawings and will vary from the actual plans and homes as built.