Summer fun was in full swing at Arden’s Summer FunFest on June 16. More than 1,200 people attended the event which marked the exciting grand opening of five new model homes and the first phase of amenities at the master-planned community on Southern Blvd. in western Palm Beach County. Guests had the opportunity to tour newly completed models by Lennar and Kennedy Homes, existing models by Ryan Homes and meet the newest builder to join the agrihood, Kenco Communities.
The fun-filled afternoon also included lawn games, inflatable sports activities, a corn maze obstacle course, face painting, mini farmers market, a Home Depot kids workshop, live music, food trucks, and so much more.
The amenities now complete at Arden include the basketball, pickleball and four illuminated Har-Tru tennis courts; playing fields; picnic areas; multiple playgrounds; and the expansive event lawn that will be regularly programmed by the community’s full-time Lifestyle Director.
Developed by Freehold Communities, Arden opened in April 2017 and will eventually include 2,000 homes—the majority of which will back up to a community open space, including parks, playfields, greenways, nature trails or lakes. Purposefully designed to magnify the connection between nature, health and happiness, the scenic property features 20 miles of expertly mapped walking and biking trails; a central lake for fishing, kayaking or canoeing; and a five-acre working farm.
Arden is the only community in South Florida and among the first in the state to feature a farm as a central component. Under the direction of two skilled Farm Directors, the five-acre parcel will produce fruits, vegetables and herbs to be shared among residents and feature an event barn that will be programmed with seasonal themed classes, harvest experiences, and more. Now underway, the farm and barn are expected to open in the Fall of 2018.
The heart of recreational activity at Arden will be the gracious two-story clubhouse, complete with a resort-style pool that flows over two levels. Opening later this year, the peaceful upper pool and spa are surrounded by private cabanas for those who want some quiet time, while the lower pool offers water play areas perfectly suited for families. There will also be plenty of separate indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for all ages to enjoy.
The upper level of the clubhouse will have an inviting Wi-Fi café serving coffees, lattes, juice and grab-and-go food items, including frozen treats; meeting and event rooms; and an outdoor covered patio with a fireplace. The lower level will include a large fitness room and a private exercise studio with Wellbeats™ virtual trainers on demand.
Homes at Arden are priced from the mid $300s to over $900. Model home tours are available daily. The community is located at 660 Arden Lake Way, Wellington, FL 33470, just west of the new Palm Beach State College campus and Publix shopping center on Southern Blvd. For more information about the community, its builders or to sign up for the Founders’ Club, please visit www.ArdenFL.com.