Babcock Ranch

Welcome to Babcock Ranch, a visionary community in Southwest Florida that seamlessly integrates modern amenities with the breathtaking beauty of the region. Designed to evoke a charming small-town ambiance, Babcock Ranch offers residents an array of amenities set against the backdrop of Southwest Florida's natural wonders.

Babcock Ranch Amenities: Where Nature Meets Recreation

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Babcock Ranch's extensive amenities. From scenic trails, lakes, and parks fostering social connections to the rustic charm of the 2400 sq ft Lake Timber Lodge and the expansive 17,000 sq ft Cypress Lodge, Babcock Ranch provides a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational spaces. The Lake Timber Lodge boasts a pool, bathhouse, playground, and a grand 2,000 sq ft deck overlooking the lake, reminiscent of a summer camp. Meanwhile, the Cypress Lodge offers a game lawn, clubhouse, and an oversized swimming pool. The community also features the Lake Babcock Lookout with a 150 ft boardwalk and floating dock, creating idyllic spaces for residents to enjoy.

The Lee Health Healthy Life Center further enhances the community's wellness offering, providing health services, fitness memberships, and wellness programs. Residents can partake in freshwater catch-and-release fishing or explore the serene Lake Babcock through kayaking and canoeing. Five distinct dining establishments, from pizzerias to Mexican cuisine, cater to various tastes, incorporating spices and vegetables from the community garden into daily specials.

Babcock Ranch Layout

Babcock Ranch is not just a community; it's a self-contained haven with residential areas, commercial spaces, light industry, retail, and civic zones. Comprising four villages, five hamlets including Lake Timber, and a walkable downtown area with 8,000 homes, offices, shopping, restaurants, and office parks, the development is designed for holistic living. Plans include eight magnet elementary schools, a high school, and a satellite campus of Florida Gulf Coast University.

Babcock Ranch Green Initiatives

At the heart of Babcock Ranch's identity is its commitment to sustainability. It proudly claims the title of the first solar-powered city in the country, thanks to a massive 75-megawatt solar photovoltaic array in collaboration with Florida Power & Light Company. Residential and commercial buildings adhere to the high standards of the Florida Green Building Coalition. The community hosts a tech center focused on research and development for clean energy.