Top 5 Things You May Not Know About Sea Ranch Lakes

A Hotel, Two Lakes, and a Whole Lot of Exclusivity  

Before Sea Ranch Lakes became one of South Florida's most coveted addresses, it had a much humbler origin.

Okay, it's not the "rags to riches" kind, but it's still something no one expects.

You see, Sea Ranch Hotel once stood proudly across North Ocean Drive, and the hotel lent its name to this ultra-private village — at least, the "Sea Ranch" part!

The "Lakes?" It's a nod to the two artificial lakes tucked within its gated borders. Yes, two! 

Fast forward to today, what started as a simple hotel reference has transformed into one of the most sought-after addresses in Broward County, where privacy is a way of life — and it's a plot twist that trumps all else Hollywood can dish out!

A Village That Owns… Nothing?        

Incorporated in 1959 to avoid being swallowed up by Fort Lauderdale or Pompano Beach, the Village of Sea Ranch Lakes has successfully kept the outside world at arm's length ever since. 

But while most towns and cities own their roads, parks, and public spaces, the same can't be said in Sea Ranch Lakes. 

Here, even the village itself doesn't technically own anything. 

Instead, every road, park, and communal space is privately owned by the Sea Ranch Beach Club, which means no city interference, no public access, and complete control by the residents. 

So, if you live in Sea Ranch Lakes, you're not just a homeowner but a shareholder in one of South Florida's most exclusive gated villages.

Private Roads, Private Beach, and Private Everything!   

Have you ever driven past a neighborhood and thought, "This place is way too nice for me to be here?" 

Well, in Sea Ranch Lakes, you'll be exactly right.

Thanks to its police force, mayor, and 24/7 gated security, this village gives you exclusivity on another level. 

A non-resident? You will be politely turned away. 

Random sightseers? Not a chance. 

The Sea Ranch Lakes Police Department has the legal authority to deny entry to anyone who doesn't belong, ensuring residents enjoy their slice of paradise without interruption. 

When you think about it, nothing says "elite" more than having your own head of state, right?

The Most Luxurious Publix Pit Stop Ever 

Sea Ranch Lakes may not have a high-rise in sight, but it does have something just as essential: a shopping center with its own Publix. 

Located within the Sea Ranch Center, this Publix, alongside a CVS pharmacy and various eateries, ensures residents enjoy ultra-private living without sacrificing convenience. 

So, while the rest of South Florida deals with crowded parking lots and long checkout lines, Sea Ranch Lakes locals are browsing the aisles like owners. 

And they may as well be since they're the only ones that shop there — and a few MVP-level athletes! (more on that later *wink*)

Sea Ranch Lakes' Newest MVPs  

Sea Ranch Lakes has always been a magnet for exclusivity, but things hit a new level when Lionel Messi was spotted at the local Publix in 2024.

Rumors immediately swirled that the soccer icon was house-hunting in the area, and we won't be surprised if he is!

Why is that, you ask? 

His Inter Miami teammate Sergio Busquets has already made a move to Sea Ranch Lakes, securing an $8 million home in this ultra-private paradise.

Was it just a casual grocery run or the first step to a serious real estate investment? 

Well, whatever it may be, one thing is clear: Sea Ranch Lakes isn't just for the ultra-wealthy but for the ultra-legendary.