Prestigious, private, gated and beautiful…

Few golf course communities offer the kind of abundance that has come to be expected at Plantation Bay. You won’t need your imagination to know what life will be like here in the charming seaside town of Ormond Beach, Florida where an unhurried pace, year-round warm weather, and a lower cost of living offer superb value.

With a twenty-year reputation for being among the best private golf course communities in Florida, Plantation Bay continues to get better and better. With more than half of the 3,600 acres yet to be developed, miles of pristine natural beauty blend with mature landscaping to provide the backdrop for a sparkling array of amenities including 45 holes of championship golf, two upscale clubhouses, 10 pickleball courts, 10 Har-Tru tennis courts, scenic pool pavilion with cabana bar, nature parks and miles of walking trails.

If you are looking to settle in a private golf course community that confers instant social life, warmth, and camaraderie, it’s all waiting for you at Plantation Bay. Reward yourself with the lifestyle you deserve. Take the next step and plan a discovery tour to see why so many choose to call Plantation Bay their home. Play for a day, stay for life!

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Introvert? Extrovert? Plantation Bay a Perfect Place for All

March 30, 2026Can a community be all things to all people? Plantation Bay Golf & County Club in Ormond Beach might come very close! As one of ICI Homes’ signature properties for more than two decades, its resident amenities are legendary and so is its location. Nestled between its hometown of Ormond Beach and the broader Daytona Beach area to the south, and its second hometown of Flagler Beach to the north, Plantation Bay is minutes from Interstate 95, Florida’s north-south traffic artery on the Atlantic coast, which makes getting from here to anywhere a breeze. Plantation Bay’s size and breadth of new custom Florida homes also are a plus for future residents of all ages at all stages of homeownership — and personalities. From folks who enjoy quiet beauty, to those who stock their calendars with lively social activities and community events. Here’s how Plantation Bay can be the perfect place for all — introvert or extrovert. Key takeaways Plantation Bay offers a lifestyle that suits both social and quiet personalities The community features a mix of natural preserves, open spaces, and thoughtfully planned neighborhoods Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities, from golf and fitness to clubs and events Whether you prefer privacy or an active social calendar, there are options to match every lifestyle Room for all Plantation Bay is huge — 3,600 acres, to be exact — with neighborhoods yet to be developed. Even more important is that hundreds of those acres will remain undeveloped as preserve and conservation lands, enveloping Plantation Bay residents with natural borders and backdrops. Coastal forests, ponds and wetlands not only are calming and lovely, they also host migrating and native birds and waterfowl, and classic Florida wildlife such as deer. A fawn peeping from early-morning tree cover and hawks soaring overhead are common sights here, presenting nonstop opportunities for bird and wildlife watching and photography. Plantation Bay’s size also allows for plentiful green spaces and pocket parks, seemingly endless miles of trails and sidewalks for walking, running and strolling, and thoughtful placement of new neighborhoods and homesites. There’s no “scrunched” feeling here! Vibes for all Coursing throughout Plantation Bay’s acreage are 45 holes of golf. The Founders North and South courses, and the Prestwick Course provide their own stage for natural backdrops, recreation and socialization, whether with multiple foursomes, or a solo afternoon round. And, Plantation Bay’s wow-worthy resident amenities take a back seat no other master-planned community, literally offering something for everyone’s personal preferences and energy levels. Monthly community schedules chart dinners, art sales, book clubs, classes, and holiday fun. If you don’t see something you love, talk to Plantation Bay’s staff or friends and neighbors about starting a group. Prefer space to spread out? Hours of quiet time? Plantation Bay is perfectly low-key too, equally designed to accommodate personal privacy, long walks, meet-ups with fellow parents or pet parents, or small-group fun with fellow hobbyists at the Prestwick and Founders Clubs. Love the social and activity whirl? Wish granted there too. Join the golf, tennis and pickleball leagues. Plantation Bay’s Wellness Center is the anchor for resort-style swimming pools, a sundeck, cabana, full fitness center and spa, plus basketball and bocce ball courts. The truth is Plantation Bay has room and pursuits for everyone. Ready for your Plantation Bay lifestyle? Talk to ICI Homes here. [...] Read more...

Did Someone Say Fall Festival Fun in Ormond Beach

October 5, 2025A convivial community is a major reason many potential ICI Homes customers choose Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club — one of our signature properties in east central Florida. Its resident amenities are legendary, and so is its calendar, stocked each month with regular activities and celebrations. But another perk of this gated master-planned community is its nearby hometown of Ormond Beach — one of the liveliest and loveliest “Old Florida” beach towns on the Atlantic coast. More year-round fun awaits Plantation Bay residents a short drive away, and since autumn is a busy festival season, why not check out a few? Here’s several “festive” suggestions in and around Ormond Beach. Key takeaways Plantation Bay residents enjoy easy access to Ormond Beach, a vibrant coastal town full of fall events and festivals County Line Family Farms’ Fall Festival runs weekends in October with pumpkin patches, hay rides, corn maze, pony rides, and more Taste of Ormond on October 19 offers food tastings from local restaurants, live music, and a charity raffle at Rockefeller Gardens The Riverfest Seafood Festival on November 15-16 celebrates coastal cuisine with live music, local artisans, and free admission and water taxi service Fall Festival at County Line Family Farms This family-owned farm near Ormond Beach is back with its second annual fall festival, offering multiple activities for all ages. It takes place each Saturday and Sunday from October 4 through October 26 and operates each weekend day from 10 a.m., until sunset. Looking for that perfect Jack O’Lantern? County Line Family Farm’s pumpkin patch has you (and little ones) covered. Stay busy with hay rides, an 8.2-acre corn maze, a kid-friendly play zone, a petting zoo, pony rides, live music, food trucks and much more. Note that some activities require a fee. Located at 77 Circle Road South in Ormond Beach. Taste of Ormond Head back to the Casements’ Rockefeller Gardens on Sunday, October 19 for a tasty afternoon of local flavors. The Taste of Ormond runs from 4-7 p.m., and it’s probably smart to pace your yourself and your portions so that you can enjoy everything from two dozen Ormond Beach restaurants. There’s also a wine and beer tasting, live music, plus a charity raffle. Tickets are required. Contact the Ormond Main Street organization for information. Located at 25 Riverside Drive in Ormond Beach. Riverfest Seafood Festival Another yummy expedition awaits Plantation Bay residents at the 16th annual Riverfest Seafood Festival at — you guessed it — the Casements’ beautiful Rockefeller Gardens. This year’s festival takes place on Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16. Family-friendly, it prioritizes the region’s seafood, also providing live music, artisans and crafters, a kids’ zone and a beer garden for adults. Admission, parking and a water taxi are free. Located at 25 Riverside Drive in Ormond Beach. Ready for your Plantation Bay lifestyle? Talk to ICI Homes here. [...] Read more...

Go Finding: Explore Ormond Beach’s Mural Trail

July 5, 2025Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club residents already enjoy the area’s best amenities in this top master-planned community where there’s plenty of room for your new custom Florida home too! But, there’s also much enjoyment further afield, especially for residents keen on arts activities. Plantation Bay’s hometown of Ormond Beach is part of the greater Daytona Beach area and is represented on the Daytona Beach Mural Trail, a series of large-scale, original paintings on the exteriors of various buildings. It’s beautification and public enjoyment, not to mention a creative way to highlight the history and loveliness of this part of east central Florida. Key Takeaways Discover the vibrant Daytona Beach Mural Trail, with nine colorful stops right in Ormond Beach, just minutes from Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club. Enjoy a scenic drive along Ocean Shore Boulevard or stroll through historic downtown on West and East Granada Boulevard to spot lively murals on restaurants, galleries, and shops. Visit highlights like the deep-sea diver mural at 24K Fades, vintage racing art at Ormond Garage, and a nostalgic postcard design at Swillerbees Craft Donuts. Explore public art while enjoying the charm, culture, and creativity of one of east central Florida’s most engaging communities. Here’s more on where Plantation Bay residents can discover Ormond Beach’s nine contributions to the Daytona Beach Mural Trail. On Ocean Shore Boulevard Head east on Granada Boulevard in downtown Ormond Beach to A1A, Florida’s Atlantic coast highway also known as Ocean Shore Boulevard, then head north for an ocean-front drive. Stop when you reach 24K Fades Barbershop (1360 Ocean Shore Boulevard) and Sea Drift Sports Bar and Grill (1368 Ocean Shore Boulevard). They sit side by side, and so do their murals, a deep-sea diving scene on the Barbershop’s north side and a lively beach-going Jeep on Sea Drift’s south side. On West Granada Boulevard Granada Boulevard (also State Road 40) functions as downtown Ormond Beach’s main street on both sides of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.. If you’re heading east, the West Granada Boulevard section contains five Ormond Beach murals on the Daytona Beach Mural Trail. Plantation Bay residents can find them below: 31 Supper Club (31 West Granada Boulevard): here are three Art Deco-styled murals here, two inside and one outside the restaurant. Art Spotlight (67 West Granada Boulevard): colorful tropical foliage covers one exterior wall of this arts complex. Frame of Mind Custom Framing & Art Gallery (23 West Granada Boulevard): more vibrant tropical foliage sprouts outside this frame shop. Grind Gastropub and Tiki Bar (49 West Granada Boulevard): multiple fantastical images with a watering-hole vibe. Ormond Garage (48 West Granada Boulevard): an early racing scene pays tribute to the area’s motorsports history at this craft brewery. On East Granada Boulevard East of the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic sparkles ahead as you cross the bridge. Stop at Swillerbees Craft Donuts and Coffee (200 East Granada Boulevard) for pastries, caffeine, and a selfie with Swillerbees’ mural. Located on an exterior wall outside the shop, this mural by artist Sean Johnson portrays a vintage Ormond Beach postcard. On U.S. Highway 1 Located on U.S. 1 at the Interstate 75 interchange only a few miles south of Plantation Bay, Teddy Morse’s Daytona Harley-Davidson (1637 North U. S. Highway 1) is an Ormond Beach icon. The motorcycle entertainment complex sports an original mural inside the dealership that’s part of the Daytona Beach Mural Trail. It features a chopper bike, Harley-Davidson’s signature black and orange colors, and classic American themes. Ready for your new Plantation Bay lifestyle? Talk to ICI Homes here. [...] Read more...