Naturally Connected to the Water at Shearwater
June 19th, 2025
There’s nothing quite like a Florida summer: bright skies, warm breezes, and sun-soaked afternoons. But when the heat turns up, the need to be in water also rises. Shearwater, with its endless array of water-based amenities, offers the perfect way to cool down without leaving home. From refreshing pools to meandering creeks, this is a place where water is at the center of everything.
Morning Dips and Lazy Floats
Start your day the Shearwater way, with water as your backdrop. After a morning breakfast outdoors, it’s off to the Kayak Club, where you can grab a few lounge chairs by the resort-style lagoon pool. Get your heart pumping with a few energizing laps in our multi-lane section or follow the kids to The Perch, our thrilling, three-story water slide and get soaked from the minute you arrive.
Prefer a slightly slower pace? Why not drift along the Lazy Bird River, the longest lazy river in Northeast Florida, and let the current and breeze cool you down. Float with abandon as you marvel at the natural beauty that surrounds and defines our community.
The Water Adventures Just Keep Going
Steps from your front door, the Kayak Launch opens to Trout Creek, a serene waterway that winds its way to the St. Johns River. Pack a cooler and paddle your way through lush landscapes where egrets and herons glide by. Feel a deep and almost immediate connection to the land.
Beyond the Community
When the urge to seek out strikes, there are plenty of nearby spots to splash into even more water-based adventures. The stretch of beaches near St. Augustine is just a short drive away, where the Atlantic Ocean provides so many ways to play. Pack your beach towels and settle in for a day of wave-jumping and seashell-hunting. Then, when you get hungry, don’t miss the World Famous Oasis Deck & Restaurant, not far from Crescent Beach. Grab a seat on the breezy deck, order a platter of oysters, and toast to the good life.
Looking for something with a little more adrenaline? Shipwreck Island Water Park in Jacksonville is a summertime favorite for families and thrill-seekers alike. With heart-racing slides like The Rage, The Hydro Half-Pipe, and Eye of the Storm, plus a massive wave pool and toddler-friendly Splash Cove, there’s something for everyone. You’ll stay even cooler by renting a shaded cabana while the kids explore the water.
Evenings by the Water
As the sun sets over Shearwater, the feeling that you just spent another day in paradise sets in. Golden light reflects off the lagoon pool while kids squeeze in one last ride down the waterslide. Water here isn’t just a way to beat the heat, it’s part of our name!
Your Water-inspired Sanctuary Awaits
As the summer season heats up, Shearwater’s residents know they’re fortunate to live amid something truly special. World-class water amenities that are just steps from your front door. Plus, nearby beaches, waterparks and the iconic St. Johns County Ocean Pier are all within easy reach.
Discover why living at Shearwater is the perfect place to dive into summer and emerge feeling refreshed, connected, and truly at home. With quick move-in options available, your naturally connected summer sanctuary could be closer than you think.
