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Ponte Vedra by the Sea: Relaxed, Family-Friendly, and Steps from the Resorts

September 30, 2026•2 min read

A short walk from the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club and The Lodge & Club, Ponte Vedra by the Sea pairs upscale living with an easygoing, family-first atmosphere.

Just off Corona Road, Ponte Vedra by the Sea offers a version of Ponte Vedra Beach living defined by ease. Built in the mid-to-late 1990s and home to roughly 170 residences, the community features traditional and contemporary style homes averaging around 2,900 square feet, with larger estate-section homes reaching up to 5,000 square feet.

Brick entry monument at Ponte Vedra by the Sea in Ponte Vedra Beach

What makes this neighborhood stand out is its proximity to some of the area's most storied resorts. A neighborhood bridge leads residents on a short walk straight to the beach and to nearby destinations including the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, The Lodge & Club, and The Cabana Club, putting world-class dining, spas, and oceanfront amenities within easy reach without ever needing a car.

The atmosphere here is relaxed and genuinely family-friendly, with several neighborhood parks and playgrounds and a calendar of community activities throughout the year. Days might include time on the beach searching for shark teeth, a round of golf at nearby TPC Sawgrass, an afternoon browsing Ponte Vedra Beach's boutiques, or simply relaxing in a home designed for exactly that.

Beach access boardwalk for Ponte Vedra by the Residents
Boardwalk to the beach for Ponte Vedra by the Sea residents

Families are zoned for PV/PV Rawlings Elementary, Landrum Middle School, and Ponte Vedra High School, part of the St. Johns County School District, with private options including Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Bolles School, Providence School of Jacksonville, and Bishop Kenny.

For buyers who want upscale coastal living with an unmistakably relaxed, family-friendly feel, and resort amenities practically at the doorstep, Ponte Vedra by the Sea is hard to beat.

Aerial view north over Ponte Vedra by the Sea to the ocean
Aerial view north over Ponte Vedra by the Sea to the ocean

Let's Find Your Place in Ponte Vedra Beach

Ponte Vedra by the Sea has a way of making everyday life feel a little slower and a lot more connected. Whether you are drawn to the walk to the beach, the easy access to the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, or the neighborhood's relaxed, family-friendly rhythm, the right home here is about how you want to live, not just square footage.

If this community caught your attention, I would love to talk with you. I can also walk you through neighboring areas, from Old Ponte Vedra and Sawgrass to Marsh Landing, Nocatee, and the A1A corridor, so you can compare each one against your lifestyle, your timeline, and your goals before you tour a single home.

Reach out for current availability, recent sales, and an honest look at what fits you best.

Gwinn Volen
Founder, The Volen Group at Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Partners
📞 Call or text: 904-822-9255
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Gwinn Volen

Gwinn Volen

Gwinn Volen is the founder and lead agent of The Volen Group, a luxury real estate team serving Ponte Vedra Beach and the greater Jacksonville area. With deep roots in the Old Ponte Vedra community and years of experience guiding buyers and sellers through high-value coastal transactions, Gwinn brings a data-driven, strategy-first approach to every move. The Volen Group specializes in the Market Elevation Method - a proven system for preparing, positioning, and presenting luxury homes for maximum market value.

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