Colony Cove

Category: Corporate office

Address: 101 Amsterdam Ave, Ellenton, FL 34222, USA

Phone: +19417226683

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–1PM

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–3PM

Reviews

Sharon berg

Aug 14, 2022

My mother has lived there for 16 years, she has no electricity because colony Cove is claiming that she needs to re-pair an electrical pole that they installed before she moved there and it’s their property. my mom does not own the property and they do not care that she has had no electricity for three days no air-conditioning can’t cook can’t use her breathing machine! Colony Cove should be ashamed of themselves for treating an 80-year-old woman this way! The Equipment on her electrical pole is illegal she didn’t put it there colony cove did. They obviously do not care about their residents!

Dean Portillo

Jun 28, 2022

This place is amazing its like being on vacation everyday.. My wife and I love it...

Mary Snyder

May 21, 2022

This is a friendly & active community of some of the nicest people I have ever met from all walks of life from literally around the world. The community is well kept, has 24 courtesy patrol and so very much to do including live entertainment & bus trips to many local attractions. The monthly newspaper has a calendar of events chock full of things to do or just sit along the waterfront or at the 5 pools & watch the world go by. A private gated Marina with access to the Gulf of Mexico via the Manatee River that the community borders on is the crowning glory. The Marina fees are a fraction of what a public Marina would cost! While the rent is a little higher than some other parks it is well worth the extra expense.

Diane Porcelli

Jan 24, 2022

Have live here for one year. First thoughts...we loved it. Best part are our neighbors. Worst is the office and management. They have rules that are ridiculous, such as you are not allowed to ever park on the street. So, your friends can't come visit, worse, if you need a visiting nurse or work done on your house, they aren't allowed to park in the street. Security drives by and tickets them. Management acts like they are God. Except the rules don't apply to everyone. Find another place to live.

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Questions & Answers

Are pets allowed

Sherry McGlocklin | Sep 3, 2019
Robert Decker | Sep 3, 2019

70 pounds or less..no agressive breeds so you can't buy any chiuahuaus...they are mean

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How much ground rent

Eldon Helmick | Sep 3, 2017
Krystal Davis | Sep 3, 2017

It depends on what side u live on an if your by the water or not we are not by the water an it is 680 a month an there really strict get the rules first before u move in here.

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do you have any winter monthly rentals ?

RonFran Raynor | Sep 3, 2019
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2019

My Florida Dreams are excellent source for rentals

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Been here for 1 month and they only mowed once. Very disappointed

Sandra Shimek | Sep 2, 2021
Gary Rudder | Sep 2, 2021

Not loving there yet sorry

Does the Colony Cove 55 & over community have a dog park have a dog park?

Laurie Marches | Sep 3, 2019
David Tibbetts | Sep 3, 2019

Yup , a nice one when its not raining , gets a little moist round there. Beautiful when it dries up.

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Is it hard to get in?

rose sholl | Sep 3, 2019
Eleanor Kelly | Sep 3, 2019

Rose Sholl, trust me it's harder to get out.

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What activities for residents

Suzan Warne | Sep 3, 2019
Brian Murphy | Sep 3, 2019

There are roughly 100+ clubs, the Friendly Social Club is the hub of all activities in the Cove. Saturday morning coffee ( 8:00AM ) is where you can become acclimated to what there is to do in the Cove.

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Can u buy if your 53

Gary Kinder | Sep 3, 2018
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2018

You would have to ask at the office. A certain percentage of people over 45 are eligible.

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what is the lot rent

Lorraine Carpino | Sep 2, 2020
Deanna S | Sep 2, 2020

I pay $900.66 a month. They raise the lot rent every year up to 6%.

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Is it allowed to have motorcycles, big dogs and personal trucks?

Catherine Hoag | Sep 3, 2019
Christopher Rodriguez | Sep 3, 2019

Yes there's a lot of big trucks and a lot of big dogs here I know this cuz I live here

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Do you have to be retired to live there?

Jaime Ross | Sep 3, 2018
M L Williams Jr | Sep 3, 2018

No..you have to be at least 55.

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Do you hv any housing for low income seniors

Diann Mathewes | Sep 3, 2018
Robert Decker | Sep 3, 2019

Place is a joke

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I need my mobile home roof sealed and repaired.any suggestions?

Shirley Smith | Sep 3, 2018
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2018

There are resources in your prospectus. You can ask on Facebook Colony Cove Referrals

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Do buyers own their lots

Lyle Bressler | Sep 3, 2017
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2017

No we pay a monthly lot rent.

Are there any places for rent

Jennifer Maguire | Aug 3, 2022
Christopher Rodriguez | Aug 3, 2022

I am sure that they have plenty of places here for rent and you would be very happy to be here I have been here for almost 5 years now I am an owner and I am very happy with them and Colony Cove

Are there seasonal rentals for 4 or 5 months?

Jill Good | May 5, 2022
Terry Mac | May 5, 2022

You may contact me through instant message on here. Thank you

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what are the rules for parking

Angelo Fascia | Apr 5, 2022
Christopher Rodriguez | Apr 5, 2022

I own a house here for four years now and I love where I live as far as parking is concerned you can park in someone's driveway I fit up to three cars in mine but after night it must be in the property because it was on the streets it will get towed

Is there a discount for veterans

Everett Mays | Mar 6, 2022
tina swain | Mar 6, 2022

No... Don't come here, management sucks

How much is lot rent..a d were r the ho.es for sale. R there is there fees..??

Sandra Gaglione | Sep 2, 2021
Lisa Koch | Sep 2, 2021

I don't know how much lot fees are. I do not live there, only visited. You may be able to find that info on their website. They also have homes for sale on their website.

Are you accepting under 55 now

Elsie Lopez | Sep 2, 2021
Tacona Badger | Sep 2, 2021

No they don't it's still a 55+ community

How much is lot rent?

Debbie Jeannette | Sep 2, 2021
Bill | Sep 2, 2021

It depends on the lot average is probably around 800

What is a pass thru.

David Sholl | Sep 2, 2021
Caroly Jo Crawford | Sep 2, 2021

That is the water, sewage, garbage, and taxes added onto your base lot rent. So when they tell you everything is included, it is included, but it is included in what you will be paying.

What is included with your lot rent?

Pam Zuccarini | Sep 2, 2020
davidburnham42 | Sep 2, 2020

Not much...Because of the virus scare the amenities are restricted right now but things should improve after the reelection in November.

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what are the HOA,s Taxes. Is the property owned or is it a lot rent

Anne Steinmeyer | Sep 2, 2020
Michael Lorusso | May 5, 2022

What a rip off lol 😂 900.00 lot rent lol you’re crazy to pay that lol

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Is there going to be a shredding event for the community soon?

CF Dragons | Sep 2, 2020
Elizabeth Rose | Sep 2, 2020

I too just moved in

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When is management plannining on enforcing the rules.

Nancy Kendall | Sep 2, 2020
Douglas Butterman | Sep 2, 2020

You should check with you HOA, if rules are being properly addressed. And specify which rules you have concerned with. A former HOA President (of a different community.)

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What is the population of Colony Cove?

Linda Patty | Sep 3, 2019
Brian Murphy | Sep 3, 2019

We have about 2200 properties and about 1.5 people per home so that comes out to roughly 3000. But we have a large snowbird population so it's nearer to 1500 in summer.

How much HOA monthly cost? Is the gated community or no gated community?

JAMES SCOTT | Sep 3, 2019
Brian Murphy | Sep 3, 2019

HOA is $20.00 per year. The South ( of 301 ) part is not gated. The North part is open access at the Fire House but all other entrances are gated.

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Can you rent the lot, them move in your dream home?

Ginger Whitton | Sep 3, 2019
Brian Murphy | Sep 3, 2019

Not possible.

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What is rental amount per each rent base and pass thru monthly and will rent go up next year 2020? do you pass on cable,cable tax etc?

Janice Frieling | Sep 3, 2019
Eleanor Kelly | Sep 3, 2019

Actually Janice whatever they wish to charge you. I've lived in Colony Cove for 10 years approximately 5 years ago Equity Lifestyles took over Colony Cove since then our rents have increased tremendously our amenities have decreased tremendously. Equity Lifestyles properties owns properties all over the United States they have a history of going in putting as many new homes so that on paper they will look like it's a very wealthy Park when in fact the infrastructure of the park is not able to handle the amount of homes that they have established in the community. If you go to rip off report Els. Com you will see reports from all over the country including ours and the complaints that are unsatisfied the money that the owners of homes have lost and the refusal of the property managers to cooperate with the residents..in short the rents vary from one property to another between $733.00 - and well over $900.00. Amenities are sparse. Thanks for inquiring as I hope to save u from disaster.

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Can you ride a golf cart to the stores and restaurants on Rt 301 in the area?

Rick Messagefromrick | Sep 3, 2019
Mike McCabe | Sep 3, 2019

Golf carts are not allowed on US 301 North. Both FHP and the Manatee Sheriff do a "friendly survailance" and don't always stop golf carts. But, keep in mind, it still is not legal.

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What is the maximum contract time allowed?

Berta Monreal | Sep 3, 2019
David Tibbetts | Sep 3, 2019

Do you mean owning and paying lot or renting a place and the amount of time you can stay ?

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Does anybody know someone that does screen repair, I'm Handicapped and a Amputee. Very difficult for me to do. Thanks. Jim Holt.

Jim Holt | Sep 3, 2019
Brian Murphy | Sep 3, 2019

There is a Colony Cove: Referrals for repairs & services group on Facebook. It's closed but you can join and ask on their site. Should be no problem to hook you up with someone to help

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what are the rules?

Dyan Roberts | Sep 3, 2019
sharon parker | Sep 2, 2021

Can you own or just rent ?

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Hello, What is the average insurance cost? Thank you

cindy scott | Sep 3, 2019
Mike Ladriere | Sep 3, 2019

That depends on company and what u cover for

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How come some homes are cheap ? Compared To others

Darrath Gazdag | Sep 3, 2019
Mhin Dee | Sep 3, 2019

Another reason is the relatively high lot rental price... $700-$1000 a month. However, you get quite a bit for the price. 5 pools, lawn, water garbage and recycle and many many affordable events and extras.

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Where do visitors park who are spending the night?

Lori Ryan | Sep 3, 2019
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2019

They get a pass from the office to park. There is room in our driveway but I believe the halls are available.

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When is lot rent due? What is the grace period?

Tammy Findley | Sep 3, 2019
Christopher Rodriguez | Sep 3, 2019

Always due on the first and you have 5 days is the max after that you have to pay $100 penalty

Snowbirds would like to rent for January and February. Are there rentals in Colony Cove and if so, who do we contact to get prices and additional info.?

JoAnn Neugebauer | Sep 3, 2019
Lois Cooper | Sep 3, 2019

Yes

Is there lot rent plus an association fee?

Steve Burgess | Sep 3, 2019
M L Williams Jr | Sep 3, 2019

There is lot rent. Hoa fee is voluntary...

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If I buy a home from an owner will the lot rent be the same? Grandfathered in

Steve Burgess | Sep 3, 2019
Pam Graham | Sep 3, 2019

Absolutely NOT, don't believe anyone who tells you yes. And it will go up from what the current owners are paying for the rest of the year and then go up again in January

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Is Colony Cove associated with Ridgewood Estates or are they separate communities?

CF Dragons | Sep 3, 2019
Pam Graham | Sep 3, 2019

Separate. But ELS owns Colony Cove and the back part of Ridgewood. They do not have the same manager!

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Does this community allow larger than 25 pound dogs?

L L | Sep 3, 2019
Patricia Brining | Sep 3, 2019

Yes

How much are the HOA fees

Randy Saunders | Sep 3, 2018
Richard Jackson | Sep 3, 2018

$10.00 per year. The office will have contact information for the.HOA board members. It is your best interest to join, since the HOA is your representative to the Manager and the owners ELS.

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Can any of the homes be removed from the park? In talks with someone who is selling their home and they say it can be moved

Ellysia Banearrow | Sep 3, 2018
Pam Graham | Sep 3, 2018

Yes if you own it you can pay to move it but you or previous owner will probably have to continue to pay lot rent

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In case of a hurricane, will Colony Cove be evacuated?

Gail Coy | Sep 3, 2018
Gail Coy | Sep 3, 2018

I am a recent widow closer to Myakka City. I might need to downsize and downprice. I have always liked to look of Colony Cove. However, my job is closer to SR70. Is there any complex similar to yours around my area?

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Is there any mobile homes for sale?

Kelley Riley | Sep 3, 2018
Michael Lydamore | Sep 3, 2018

Yes good selection 15,000 to 150,000.lot rent from 650 to 1200.

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WHERE IS FRIENDSHIP HALIN COLONY COVE

susan DUNCAN-SMITH | Sep 3, 2018
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2018

Just around the corner from the sales office. Turn left at the stop sign.

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Yes,ask the community before you buy.

A Google User | Sep 3, 2018
Lucy Boucher | Sep 3, 2018

Perfect place to retire right on the Manatee River.

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Will they let me an 52 year old with disabilities move in even though it is a 55 park ?

Renee Fox | Sep 3, 2018
Pam Graham | Sep 3, 2018

Sometimes they do, you'll have to fill out an application. If you are buying one of their new houses they certainly will! It's all about the money!

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Is there additional parking space for company?

linda nissen | Sep 3, 2018
Gail Coy | Sep 3, 2018

I am not sure what or where Ellenton Hall is.

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what services does the lot rent include

Jeff Reynolds | Sep 3, 2018
Tony Kellogg | Sep 3, 2018

And trash/recycling pickup

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Is there a fishing pier?

sandy brier | Sep 3, 2018
Carol Valenta | Sep 3, 2018

Yes. Haven't seen a lot of cathing fish though!

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Are pets allowed and is there a weight restriction or size for dogs? Also, can you rent first to see if you want to stay in this community? Thank you.

Katie Kollmar | Sep 3, 2018
Katchin | Sep 3, 2018

Pets allowed. Says there is restriction but there are larger dogs. You can rent first.

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Are there any rentals available?

Margaret McCarthy | Sep 3, 2017
Krystal Davis | Sep 3, 2017

I do believe there is

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