Get a first look at these high-end homes coming soon to one of Lakeland’s most notable waterfronts. | Renderings courtesy of The Row on Lake Hollingsworth, LLC
Four new homes could be coming soon to the Lake Hollingsworth block. Meet The Row on Lake Hollingsworth, a townhome development more than five years in the making.
We spoke with Sean Harper of Harper Realty, the project’s real estate broker + main planner. Harper shared that the project originated around 2019 when landowner Mark MacDonald reached out with the idea to develop two of his land parcels. The two partnered to create a plan for The Row on Lake Hollingsworth — four townhomes at the corner of Lake Hollingsworth Drive and Mississippi Avenue.
Units A and D will be the larger of the units, coming in at ~3,275 sqft and 4-bed, 4-bath. They’ll bookend the two smaller units, B and C — though smaller is relative, considering the units will still be 3-bed, 3.5-bath, and ~2,705 sqft.
Take the entertaining into the open air with The Row’s rooftop terrace, complete with lake views. Where do we sign?
Rendering courtesy of The Row on Lake Hollingsworth LLC
Each unit will be three stories high, complete with elevators, plus a separate rooftop living space. But don’t mistake these homes for apartments. The units are entirely disconnected from one another, save for shared garage walls between the left + right units. Garages will face a shared alleyway off of Mississippi Avenue for unobstructed lake views. And the perks keep coming. Each homeowner will also get a share of a private boat slip located directly on Lake Hollingsworth’s shores.
Harper shared that he and MacDonald brought on Mark Hulbert of Hulbert Homes within the last year to lead development and construction. While the townhomes’ exterior is set per the City of Lakeland’s Historic Preservation and Architectural Review committees to fit with the area’s existing structures, potential homeowners can put their own stamp on their unit with the high-end finishes Hulbert Homes is known for.
The homes are in the pre-construction phase and will only be built once the team receives offers from qualified buyers.
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How many homes currently sit directly on the shores of Lake Hollingsworth?
Easter Egg Hunt | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Kitty Cat Lounge | $5 | RSVP to join one of four egg hunts in the cat room to search for paw-some prizes like free drinks, food, merch, and even a one-year membership.
Katnip | 8 p.m. | Union Hall | $10+ | Funky beats and soulful tunes await at this local band’s performance.
Saturday, April 19
Nature Scavenger Hunt | 8-10 a.m. | Se7en Wetlands, Mulberry | Free | Load up your crew and set out to search for native plant and animal species in the park — prizes are on the line.
Cultural Connections | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bonnet Springs Park | Free | Celebrate Earth Day early by learning all about glaciers through hands-on experiments, activities, and sensory bins from the American Chemical Society.
Easter Bunny Brunch | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Camp Margaritaville, Auburndale | $33+ | The bunny of the hour will make an appearance at this family brunch with games, a bounce house, and “Stuff-a-Plush” activities.
Adult Easter Egg Painting | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Sunmed Your CBD Store | Free+ | Adults 21+ can unleash their creativity with an egg painting class and light refreshments — call to RSVP.
Sunday, April 20
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt | 12 p.m.-9 p.m. | Family Fun Center | Free+ | Put on your best sleuthing hat to find the hidden eggs for a chance to win a Family Fun Pack.
Thursday, April 24
Cataracts Early Detection and Treatment Options | 6 p.m. | Watson Clinic Main Library | Free | During this free educational seminar, Watson Clinic Optometrist Dr. Anita Nguyen will discuss the causes and types of cataracts, examination of cataracts + when surgical intervention is necessary.*
ICYMI, Polk County issued a burn ban on Wednesday, April 15 until further notice due to dry weather conditions. With ~59% of Polk County now sitting above the 500 threshold on the Keetch-Byram Drought Index, several Polk municipalities have issued their own bans within city limits, including Lakeland.
Number
$10 million. That’s how much grant funding Polk’s Regional Water Cooperative received from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to safeguard future water supplies for Polk County. The funding will be used for the Southeast Wellfield Water Production Facility in Frostproof, which will treat water from the Lower Floridan Aquifer. (The Ledger)
Stat
According to recent data, 44% of Polk children will be considered “kindergarten-ready” by next school year, but PCPS’ Camp Early Bird is hoping to change that. Registration opened this week for the program, which will get students ready for school through teaching skills like counting, reading, and item sorting. (LkldNow)
Older Adults
Rath Senior Connextions Center and the Alzheimer’s Association are teaming up to host the 10th annual Healthy Aging Summit on Friday, April 25. Older adults, caregivers + their families can stop by First Presbyterian Church from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for educational sessions, networking, and the chance to win prizes.
Holiday
Publix will be closed this Sunday, April 20 for Easter. If you forget groceries, tickets are still available for Nineteen61’s Easter Brunch. Tickets are $75 for adults and $35 for children + will feature a buffet of favorites like the Nineteen61 Salad and Pullman bread French toast — plus a carving station.
Biz
If you’ve been cooking up a food business idea, Catapult is accepting applications for its Kitchen Incubator until Wednesday, April 30. Members will receive resources to build out their business through access to a commercial kitchen and equipment, plus guidance from the org’s Experts in Residence.
Outdoors
Let’s get connected. The Board of County Commissioners has approved an agreement with FDOT to develop nearly 13 miles of paved, multipurpose trails that will connect Auburndale and Haines City. An estimated timeline for completion is TBD.
Community
Get the scoop on FDOT’s plans for the Central Polk Parkway East section from US 17-92 to State Road 538 during two public meetings next week. Join virtually on Monday, April 21 or in person at Davenport’s Tom Fellows Community Center on Tuesday, April 22 to share your thoughts. (The Ledger)
Real Estate
While we’ve got real estate on the brain, a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s protege Nils M. Schweizer has hit the market in Brandon — but did you know you can find homes inspired by the famous architect Wright here in Lakeland’s Paul A. Diggs neighborhood? See for yourself. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)
Biz
Make your business’s upcoming event or news the talk of the town. Through LALtoday’s self-service ad portal, you can purchase an ad in as little as five minutes. Bonus: We now offer bundles so you can get in front of more eyes for less.
From how to get around to the must-see attractions, here’s everything you need to know when visiting Bonnet Springs Park for the first time. | Photo by LALtoday
In case you missed it, Bonnet Springs Park was recently voted as the Best City Park in the US by USA Today. The former railyard-turned-outdoor-oasis located just outside of downtown Lakeland has become a go-to destination for all of Central Florida. Here’s what you need to know when planning your visit.
Parking + transit
Bonnet Springs Park (also known as BSP) has four parking areas located around its perimeter near the Welcome Center, Florida Children’s Museum, Playground, and Event Center, meaning you can find a spot that’s close to whatever sights strike your fancy.
The park spans ~168 acres, so you can get your steps in no problem, but there are also trams that can get you from Point A to Point B each day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — find the stops marked with a “T” on the map.
The CrossOver Bra by Honeylove feels as good as it looks. It’s beautifully made + engineered for real life wear (read: sculpting support without digging in or discomfort).
My personal favorite way to experience Bonnet Springs Park is throwing on my headphones and listening to a podcast while taking in the grounds, especially the Crenshaw Canopy Walk — the views never get old.
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