Waterside

Welcome to Waterside

Waterside is Lakewood Ranch’s newest town center located in Sarasota County with approximately 2,000 homes across 10 unique neighborhoods including Wild Blue, Shoreview, Lakehouse Cove, Shellstone, and more. The Waterside Place Town Center offers shopping, dining, a farmers market, events, and a park with a playground and splash pad all centered around Kingfisher Lake. Waterside offers the convenience of Sarasota living with a community-centric Lakewood Ranch lifestyle.

Around Waterside, FL

There's plenty to do around Waterside, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

21

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

25

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Läderach chocolatier suisse, Mama G's, and UNTUCKit.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Läderach chocolatier suisse page on Yelp Search 140 University Town Center Dr on Google Maps	Dining	2.81 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mama G's page on Yelp Search 8211 Tourist Center Dr on Google Maps	Dining	3.25 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the UNTUCKit page on Yelp Search 140 University Town Center Dr on Google Maps	Shopping	2.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Manasota Jiu Jitsu page on Yelp Search 7345 International Pl on Google Maps	Active	1.27 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Oddity Tattoo Art University page on Yelp Search 6307 Center Ring Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.64 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the New Seasons Barbershop page on Yelp Search 5376 Fruitville Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.49 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars

Areas of Expertise

Neighborhoods

The Founders Club
Country Club East
Lakewood Ranch Country Club
Waterside
The Concession
The Lake Club
Bradenton
Sarasota
Lakewood Ranch

Explore The Founders Club

Exclusive gated enclave with golf, dining, and wellness set on 762 scenic acres near Sarasota and I-75.
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Explore Country Club East

Gated living with resort pools, trails, and optional access to elite golf, fitness, and dining amenities.
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Explore Lakewood Ranch Country Club

Gated golf community with diverse homes, lush amenities, and access to premier club facilities.
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Explore Waterside

Vibrant lakeside living with shopping, dining, and events in a community of 10 unique neighborhoods.
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Explore The Concession

Prestigious golf-side living with custom homes and access to one of Florida’s top-ranked courses.
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Explore The Lake Club

Luxury living with Tuscan charm, resort amenities, and lakeside serenity in a prestigious community.
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Explore Bradenton

Arts, islands, and waterfront charm—Bradenton offers a laid-back lifestyle on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
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Explore Sarasota

Sun, sand, and style—Sarasota offers top-rated beaches, vibrant living, and unmatched coastal charm.
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Explore Lakewood Ranch

Live, play, and thrive in Lakewood Ranch—the nation’s top multigenerational community since 2018.
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