Golf historians will always remember how the 1969 Ryder Cup ended with a draw after the legendary Jack Nicklaus conceded a putt to Tony Jacklin. Nearly five decades later, these two golf legends are best friends and business partners of The Concession in Bradenton, one of the most exclusive celebrations to the golf lifestyle.

A few years ago, some real estate analysts believed that Southwest Florida had become saturated with golf neighborhoods, and that further development would be unlikely; this, however, has not been the case. The Concession not only proves that the golf lifestyle is alive and well in the Sunshine State; it also offers house hunters one of the best real estate investments near Bradenton.

Early development of The Concession is being handled by some of the biggest names in luxury home building: Anchor Builders, John Cannon, Lee Wetherington, and Neal Signature Homes are contributing their most attractive floor plans. Most of the 1,200 acres that make up The Concession will be set aside for the championship golf course and the various amenities, which will include tennis courts, a lavish clubhouse, swimming pool, nature preserves, an even a marina.

The architectural design at The Concession combines the Mediterranean and Caribbean styles for a highly aesthetic effect. Interior spaces range from 2,952 to nearly 4,000 square feet; most floor plans feature three to four bedrooms and up to four bathrooms. The Concession is a Gated Neighborhood that primarily consists of single-family homes; however, some sections feature maintenance-free golf villas.

Home builders at The Concession are focusing their efforts on providing the most luxurious golf style in Southwest Florida. Each residence will feature quality materials and special furnishings such as Sub Zero appliances and Cantera front doors. With only 266 residences planned in this community, pre-construction sales have been strong with prices starting around $800K. In late 2015, a four-bedroom estate was listed for $1.5 million, which suggests that values are rising quickly.

The Concession is located in the southeastern quadrant of Lakewood Ranch, within a short drive from elegant commercial districts such as Main Street and University Town Center. The nearest beach is in Siesta Key, which is about 30 minutes away.