Between City Energy and Coastal Charm: Find Your Place at Shearwater
September 24th, 2026
Living in Northeast Florida means you don’t have to choose between big-city experiences and laid-back coastal living. At Shearwater, you’re positioned between Jacksonville and historic St. Augustine, putting an incredible variety of things to see, do and experience within reach.
Spend one weekend cheering from the stands at a Jacksonville Jaguars game and the next wandering cobblestone streets in the nation’s oldest city. Plan a beach day, discover a new restaurant, catch a concert or simply stay close to home and head outside. It’s all part of a lifestyle that offers more ways to connect with the places and experiences you love.
Follow the Energy to Jacksonville
Head toward Jacksonville and you’ll find a city that keeps you connected to work, travel, entertainment and plenty of fun.
Downtown, sports fans can cheer on the Jacksonville Jaguars or catch concerts and special events throughout the year. The city’s arts and culture scene offers everything from museums and live performances to festivals, galleries and historic neighborhoods. Jacksonville’s dining opportunities provide even more to discover, whether you’re craving fresh seafood along the water, a casual local favorite or a night out.
Shopping destinations, parks and the St. Johns River add even more possibilities. And when you’re ready for sand and surf, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach offer their own distinctive coastal experiences.
Jacksonville is also a major employment center for industries ranging from financial services and health care to technology and logistics, while Jacksonville International Airport helps keep business trips and vacations within reach.
Take the Scenic Route to St. Augustine
Head in the other direction and the experience changes completely.
St. Augustine invites you to slow down and explore nearly 500 years of history alongside a thriving modern coastal community. Walk the historic streets, browse locally owned shops and galleries or spend an afternoon discovering landmarks such as Castillo de San Marcos and the iconic Bridge of Lions.
Food is part of the adventure here, too. Waterfront restaurants, neighborhood favorites, cafés and local breweries make it easy to turn an afternoon of exploring into an evening out.
And, of course, there’s the coast, St. Augustine Beach and nearby stretches of Atlantic shoreline offer plenty of opportunities to swim, surf, paddle or simply spend a relaxing day beside the ocean. Mark your calendar for concerts, festivals, community events and the Nights of Lights holiday display, and there’s always a reason to return year-round.
Come Home to Adventure at Shearwater
Located between those two destinations, Shearwater gives you plenty of reasons to stay close to home.
Here, the Naturally Connected lifestyle starts outside your front door. Fifteen miles of walking and biking trails wind through 600 acres of preserved habitat, while nature-inspired amenities encourage residents to get outside and get moving. Paddle along Trout Creek from the Kayak Launch, spend an afternoon at the Outpost Adventure Park, float along Lazy Bird River or meet friends at The Kayak Club. A dedicated Lifestyle Director adds resident events, clubs, fitness activities and seasonal celebrations to the mix.
There’s even more recreation on the way. The future St. Johns County Tournament Complex (also known as the Silverleaf Sportsplex) and the Central Community Park (at Shearwater) will bring additional opportunities for sports, play and community gatherings nearby.
Families also have the convenience of two schools located within the community: Timberlin Creek Elementary School and Trout Creek Academy, serving grades K-8.
Find a Home That Keeps You Connected
Shearwater continues to grow, with Lennar, Meritage Homes and Dream Finders Homes offering new townhomes and single-family homes for different lifestyles and stages of life. New home collections are now selling, giving buyers even more opportunities to find their place within the community.
Thinking about making Northeast Florida home? Start exploring with the Shearwater & St. Augustine Moving Guide, filled with helpful information about the community, schools, recreation and surrounding area.
Jacksonville brings the energy. St. Augustine delivers history and coastal charm. Shearwater puts you in a place where you can stay connected to both, all while coming home to an adventure all your own.
