Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat

About the community

About Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat

About Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat is a 55+ community in Bradenton, Florida that was originally built in 1980 and features condo homes. Typical floor plans in the established neighborhood range from 1,232 to 1,552 square feet and can have two to three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The list of amenities within the community includes a heated pool, tennis courts, shuffleboard, canoes, and easy access to the Manatee River. Homebuyers looking for homes for sale in Bradenton, Florida will love all that Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat has to offer. Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat Amenities & Lifestyle Residents at Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat have access to a heated pool, tennis court, and shuffleboard. Homeowners can also enjoy easy access to the Manatee River and spend the day on the water in one of the canoes provided by the neighborhood. Residents enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a homeowners’ association that takes care of the exterior, common ground, and pool maintenance as well as neighborhood security. With more free time, homeowners at Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat take advantage of their hobbies, enjoying the community’s amenities, or exploring the surrounding area. Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat Homes & Real Estate Construction of Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat began in 1980 and the development features condo-style residences. The homes range from 1,232 to 1,552 square feet and can have two to three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Features in some homes include open floor plans with spacious kitchens and living rooms, stainless steel appliances, carport parking, and an enclosed lanai or private deck. Some homes are also turnkey furnished. Surrounding Area Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat is located in Bradenton, putting residents in easy reach of daily needs and fun opportunities. Residents of Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat are also close to any daily conveniences they need, including Twelve Oaks Plaza, DeSoto Square Mall, Publix, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS. Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat is also close to multiple health care providers, including Manatee Memorial Hospital Surgical, Bradenton Community Based Outpatient Clinic, and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. When dining out, restaurants such as Wolves Head Pizza & Wings, Taste of China, Michael John’s Restaurant, C&K Smokehouse BBQ, Full Belly Stuffed Burgers, and Beef ‘O’ Brady’s can be found nearby. When residents are looking for entertainment options, they will find them at the Bishop Museum of Art and Science, Manatee Village Historical Park, Palma Sola Botanical Park, and The Village of the Arts. Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat residents who want to get outside will find plenty of options close by. Golfers will find multiple courses to play nearby, including Heritage Harbour Golf Club, River Strand Golf and Country Club, Links at Greenfield Plantation, Rosedale Golf & Country Club, Legacy Golf Club at Lakewood Ranch, and The River Club. There are also multiple greenspaces and parks to choose from, including Bob Gardner Community Park, Heritage Harbor Dog Park, Tom Bennett Park, Lake Manatee State Park, Summerfield Community Park, and Creekwood Park. Residents who want to visit nearby metropolitan areas are in luck. Glory Gardens at Christian Retreat is a 20-minute drive to Saint Petersburg and a little over 30 minutes from Tampa, providing easy access to everything the popular cities have to offer. For longer trips, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is only 30 minutes away.