Searching for homes for sale in The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach? This guide covers what buyers need to know about this exclusive oceanfront golf community — membership costs, amenities, schools, and live listings pulled directly from the MLS.
About The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach
The Plantation is a 650-acre, fully gated community of 577 homes built around an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Arnold Palmer, set among lakes, canals, and aged oaks along the Ponte Vedra Beach oceanfront. The front entrance on A1A is staffed with 24-hour security, with a second entrance off CR-210 for residents and service vehicles.
Amenities
Residents have full access to the golf course, a 4,000-square-foot Beach House with a Junior Olympic pool, deck area, and walkway to the ocean, plus a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse, fitness center, and tennis, pickleball, and croquet courts — all with no food and beverage minimums.
Membership Costs Explained
The Plantation is a private club community: a mandatory initiation fee of $120,000 is due at closing, plus monthly dues of $2,046 (or $2,331 for Garden Homes, which includes lawn maintenance). This is a private membership structure rather than a typical HOA, so David walks buyers through the full cost breakdown before making an offer.
Schools Serving The Plantation
The Plantation is zoned for Ocean Palms Elementary School (PK–5), Alice B. Landrum Middle School (6–8), and Ponte Vedra High School (9–12), all part of the top-ranked St. Johns County School District.
Location & Commute
The Plantation sits directly on the Ponte Vedra Beach oceanfront along A1A, roughly 25–30 minutes from Jacksonville’s Southside and about 20–25 minutes from historic downtown St. Augustine.
Current Listings at The Plantation
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach
How much does it cost to join The Plantation?
A mandatory initiation fee of $120,000 is due at closing, plus monthly dues of $2,046 (or $2,331 for Garden Homes, which includes lawn maintenance).
Who designed the golf course at The Plantation?
The 18-hole championship course was designed by Arnold Palmer.
Is The Plantation a gated community?
Yes. It’s fully gated with 24-hour staffed security at the main A1A entrance and a second entrance off CR-210.
What schools serve The Plantation?
Ocean Palms Elementary, Alice B. Landrum Middle School, and Ponte Vedra High School, all in the top-ranked St. Johns County School District.
Does The Plantation have beach access?
Yes. The 4,000-square-foot Beach House includes a Junior Olympic pool and a walkway down to the ocean.
How many homes are in The Plantation?
The community spans 650 acres with 577 homes.
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David Ashworth, Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty — FL License #3548660 — (904) 909-8904 — dashworth@cbvfl.com
